JU Upward Bound to participate in Summer Food Service Program

The Jacksonville University Upward Bound Program will be participating in the Summer Food Service Program during the months of June and July.

Nutritionally balanced meals will be provided to all children regardless of race, color, sex, disability, age or national origin during summer vacation when school breakfasts and lunches are not available. Children 18 years of age and younger who qualify for a free or reduced-price breakfast or lunch during the regular school year and children who are members of a household receiving food stamps or benefits under the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) or Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) are automatically eligible to receive free meals.

To be eligible to receive free meals at a residential or non-residential camp, children must meet the income guidelines for reduced-price meals in the National School Lunch Program. The income guidelines for reduced-price meals by family size are listed on the next page. Each child must submit an Income Eligibility Application.

In accordance with federal law, and United States Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice).  Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish).  USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

The Upward Bound Program at Jacksonville University will be participating in the Summer Food Service Program, starting June 10, 2013 and ending July 20, 2013: Breakfast 7:45-8:15 a.m., Lunch 12:30-1 p.m., Dinner 5:45-6:15 p.m.

 

FLORIDA INCOME ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES FOR REDUCED-PRICE MEALS

Effective from July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013

 

REDUCED-PRICE MEAL   SCALE
Household Size	Annual	Monthly	Twice   Per Month	Every   Two Weeks	Weekly
1	20,665	1,723	862	795	398
2	27,991	2,333	1,167	1,077	539
3	35,317	2,944	1,472	1,359	680
4	42,643	3,554	1,777	1,641	821
5	49,969	4,165	2,083	1,922	961
6	57,295	4,775	2,388	2,204	1,102
7	64,621	5,386	2,693	2,486	1,243
8	71,947	5,996	2,998	2,768	1,384
For   each additional family member, add	7,326	611	306	282	141

To determine monthly income:

If you receive the income every week, multiply the total gross income by 52.

If you receive the income every two weeks, multiply the total gross income by 26.

If you receive the income twice a month, multiply the total gross income by 24.

If you receive the income monthly, multiply the total gross income by 12.

Remember:  The total income before taxes, social security, health benefits, union dues or other deductions must be reported.