Knox County YMCA Offering Free Summer Meals for Kids Across Galesburg

The summer months can be difficult for families trying to keep up with grocery costs while kids are home from school, but the Knox County YMCA is stepping in to help.

The YMCA announced it will once again take part in the Summer Food Service Program, also known as SUN Meals, providing free lunches to children and teens throughout the summer.

Free Lunches Available All Summer Long

The program begins June 1 and runs through Aug. 10. Any child or teenager 18 and younger can receive a free lunch during that time.

Meals will be served daily from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at several locations across Galesburg.

Multiple Meal Sites Across Galesburg

Families can visit any of the following locations for lunch service:

• Knox County YMCA Family Branch — 1324 W. Carl Sandburg Drive
• Cedar Creek Place — 1598 McKnight St.
• Whispering Hollow — 1064 W. South St.
• All Star Sports Skate Palace — 1855 E. Knox St.

Officials say the program is open to all children and no paperwork or sign-up is needed.

No Registration Required

Children can simply show up during serving hours to receive a meal. Lunches must be eaten on site, and only one meal will be provided per child. Adult meals and second servings will not be available.

Anyone looking for additional information can contact Melissa Bryant at the Knox County YMCA by calling 309-344-1324 or emailing mbryant@knoxymca.org.