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U.S. Department of Agriculture
Enrollment Period
Open enrollment
The Special Milk Program (SMP) provides reimbursements to schools, child care institutions, and eligible summer camps to offer free or reduced-price milk to children who do not have access to other federal school meal programs during their school day. It primarily serves children in half-day kindergarten and pre-K programs and split-session schools where some students miss school lunch. Schools and institutions that participate in the National School Lunch Program or School Breakfast Program may use SMP only for students not covered under those programs.
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.
Do you attend a program that does not already provide access to federal school meals, or attend a half-day session without access to school lunch?