RIO LINDA, CA – Families in Rio Linda will have access to free meals for children and teens all summer long through programs offered by both the Twin Rivers Unified School District (TRUSD) and the Sacramento Public Library. These initiatives aim to provide consistent, nutritious food for youth when school is out of session.
For many families who rely on school meals, the summer months can be a stressful time with tight food budgets. Both local programs offer healthy meals in safe environments where kids can also be active and socialize with friends.
Here are the details for the two free summer meal programs available in Rio Linda:
Twin Rivers Unified School District “Free Summer Meals”
The Twin Rivers Unified School District will provide free breakfast and lunch to all children and teens ages 18 and younger. No application, paperwork, or proof of income is required to receive the meals , which are funded by the USDA and must be eaten on-site.
Rio Linda Locations and Schedules:
- Rio Linda High School (6309 Dry Creek Rd, Rio Linda, CA 95673)
- Dates: June 9 – July 24 (Monday-Thursday)
- Breakfast: 8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
- Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- Orchard Elementary School (1040 Q St, Rio Linda, CA 95673)
- Dates: June 16 – July 17 (Monday-Thursday)
- Breakfast: 7:45 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.
- Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- Rio Linda Prep Academy (1101 G St, Rio Linda, CA 95673)
- Dates: June 16 – July 17 (Monday-Thursday)
- Breakfast: 7:45 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.
- Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
All TRUSD meal sites will be closed on June 19th and July 4th.
Sacramento Public Library “Lunch at the Library”
The Sacramento Public Library is also hosting its annual “Lunch at the Library” program, offering free lunches to youth 18 and under while school is out.
Rio Linda Location and Schedule:
- Rio Linda Library (6724 6th St., Rio Linda)
- Dates: June 17 – August 8 (Tuesdays through Fridays)
- Lunch: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
No registration is required for the library program, and drop-ins are welcome. Lunch must be consumed on-site. The library will also be closed and will not serve lunch on Juneteenth (June 19) and Independence Day (July 4).
These summer meal programs offer a huge convenience and great value for busy local families.
