U.S. Department of Agriculture
Enrollment Period
Open enrollment
The School Breakfast Program (SBP) provides federal reimbursements to participating schools and residential child care institutions to offer free or reduced-price nutritious breakfasts to eligible children each school day. Children from low-income households receive free breakfast based on the same income thresholds used by the National School Lunch Program. Research consistently shows that students who eat breakfast perform better academically and have better attendance and health outcomes.
Answer each question — we'll show you exactly what applies to your situation.
Are you (or your child) enrolled in a participating program or school?
What is your household income?
This program requires income at or below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level — that's the government's measure of what it costs to meet basic needs. Select your household size to see your exact dollar limit.
Count everyone who lives and eats with you — yourself, spouse/partner, children, and any dependents. Count a pregnant woman as 2.
Automatic eligibility for households enrolled in SNAP, TANF, or FDPIR