06/01/2026
What changes when school lets out for the summer?
For many working parents, it's not just the schedule.
It's figuring out how to keep kids fed throughout the day while balancing work, childcare, and transportation.
Lincoln has summer meal programs available for families. But for some parents, getting children to those sites isn't always practical. Many of the families we serve are already visiting the People's Pantry each week for groceries, and many have older children at home during the day while they're at work.
That's why we're excited to introduce Kids Corner at Center for People.
This summer, families coming to the People's Pantry will be able to pick up shelf-stable, kid-friendly foods alongside their regular groceries. Foods children can safely and easily prepare at home while their parents are working.
It's a simple idea.
Pick up groceries in one place.
Bring home a little extra support.
Know there's something ready when a child gets hungry.
Because summer should be about making memories, not solving one more logistical challenge.
We're grateful to Farm Credit Services of America for helping make this initiative possible. Their support allows us to build on an existing system families already know and trust, reaching hundreds of households each week with practical, accessible support.
