Summer Meal sites may change. Check back for updates and new home activities!
FREE MEALS & ACTIVITIES FOR TEENS & KIDS ALL SUMMER LONG!
Kids and teens—join the fun this summer! Enjoy FREE meals, awesome activities, block parties, and fresh food from pop-up farmers markets at locations across the Capital Region and New York State.
Find a site near you below and start enjoying summer!
Join us at the next Summer Meals Block Party
View the full Block Party Schedule
- Tuesday, August 11 | 4:30–6:30 PM | Hillhurst Park, Schenectady
- Tuesday, August 25 | 12:00–2:00 PM | Jerry Burrell Park, Schenectady
Making the Capital Region the BEST place to be a kid in the summer!
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Every child in the Capital Region deserves to have a summer filled with sunshine, fun activities and nutritious meals.
212,000+ Meals Served in 2025
The Summer Meals Collaborative is powered by United Way of the Greater Capital Region, generous donors, and volunteers who help ensure nearly 4,000 Capital Region kids are fed each day during the summer.
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Find A Site Near You
Find a meal and activity site below near you that's hosted by the Summer Meals Collaborative. Visit summermealsny.org for all New York sites.
ALBANY
County
2026 Albany County
Summer Meals & Activities
Summer meals and activities are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC unless specified with enrollment details.
Questions about Albany County sites? Contact the Albany Housing Authority Resource Center at 518-380-5600 or ResourceCenter@albanyhousing.org
This Summer, join C.R.E.A.T.E. Community Studios for FREE family-friendly art and music activities for all ages at select sites.
Arbor Hill Community Center
47 North Lark St, Albany (Firehouse)
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 14
BREAKFAST: 9:00 - 10:00 AM
LUNCH: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
This site is powered by Albany Housing Authority
Boys & Girls Club
21 Delaware Ave, Albany
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 28
BREAKFAST: 8:30 - 9:15 AM
LUNCH: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
This site is powered by Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area
Capital Woods
200 Lark Drive, Albany
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 14
BREAKFAST: 9:00 - 10:30 AM
LUNCH: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
This site is powered by Albany Housing Authority
Creighton Storey Homes
158 Third Avenue, Albany
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 14
BREAKFAST: 9:00 - 10:30 AM
LUNCH: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
This site is powered by Albany Housing Authority
- Join Albany Center Gallery EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY from 10:00–1:30 PM for art & music activities
Frank Waterson Park
63 Austain Ave, Albany
Please call 518-274- 3781 for more information and to register your child(ren)
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 7
BREAKFAST: 9:00 - 10:00 AM
LUNCH: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
This site is powered by Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area
Girls Inc (Eureka! Summer Camp)
1400 Washington Avenue, Albany
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: July 31
BREAKFAST: 8:30 - 9:15 AM
LUNCH: 12:45 - 1:30 PM
This site is powered by Albany Housing Authority
Metropolitan NTM Baptist Church
105 2nd Street, Albany
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: August 7
BREAKFAST: 8:00 - 9:00 AM
This site is powered by Albany Housing Authority
Scholastic Talent Summer Camp
23A Walker Way, Albany
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 14
BREAKFAST: 8:30 - 10:30 AM
LUNCH: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
This site is powered by Albany Housing Authority
Skyline Garden Apartments
123 Livingston Avenue - Rental Office, E7
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 14
LUNCH: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
This site is powered by Albany Housing Authority
Superhero Academy (Summer Camp)
20 Ten Eyck Avenue, Albany
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 14
BREAKFAST: 9:00 - 10:30 AM
LUNCH: 12:00 - 2:00 PM
This site is powered by Albany Housing Authority
Trinity Institution
15 Trinity Place, Albany
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 14
BREAKFAST: 9:00 - 10:30 AM
LUNCH: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
This site is powered by Albany Housing Authority
Vi Community Center–PAL (Police Athletic League)
844 Morton Ave, Albany
Please call 518-274- 3781 for more information and to register your child(ren)
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: August 28
BREAKFAST: 8:30 - 9:15 AM
LUNCH: 12:00 - 12:45 PM
This site is powered by Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area
COLUMBIA & GREENE
County
2026 Columbia & Greene County
Summer Meals
Summer meals and activities are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC unless specified with enrollment details.
Community Action of Greene County–Bi-Weekly Summer Backpack
7856 Route 9W, Catskill
For More information, please call Community Action of Greene County at 518-943-9205
Friday
Starts: July
Ends: August
This site is powered by Community Action of Greene County
Hunter Elementary School–Weekly Summer Backpack
6094 Main St, Tannersville
For More information, please call Betsey Dickson at The Regional Food Bank at 518-786-3691
Friday
Starts: July
Ends: August
This site is powered by The Regional Food Bank
Ichabod Crane CSD–Weekly Summer Backpack
3212 Church St, Valatie
For More information, please call Betsey Dickson at The Regional Food Bank at 518-786-3691
Friday
Starts: July
Ends: August
This site is powered by The Regional Food Bank
Salvation Army, Hudson–Weekly Summer Backpack
40 South 3rd St, Hudson
For More information, please call Betsey Dickson at The Regional Food Bank at 518-786-3691
Friday
Starts: July
Ends: August
This site is powered by The Regional Food Bank
MONTGOMERY & SCHOHARIE
County
2026 Schoharie County
Summer Meals
The Joshua Project - Weekly Summer Backpack
291 Main St, Middleburgh
For more information, please call Betsy Dickson at The Regional Food Bank at 518-786-3691
Fridays
First Day: July
Last Day: August
This site is powered by The Regional Food Bank
2026 Montgomery County Summer Meals
Check back for more site details
RENSSELAER
County
2026 Rensselaer County
Summer Meals Sites & Activities
Summer meals and activities are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC unless specified with enrollment details.
This Summer, join Children's Museum of Saratoga for FREE family-friendly STEAM activities for all ages at select sites.
Arnold Fallon Apartments
847 River Street, Troy
Please call 518-274-3781 for more information and to register your child(ren)
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 7
Last Day: August 14
BREAKFAST: 9:00 - 9:45 AM
LUNCH: 12:00 - 12:45 PM
This site is powered by Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area
Boys & Girls Club
Rensselaer Clubhouse
544 Broadway, Rensselaer
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 30
Last Day: August 21
BREAKFAST: 8:30 - 9:15 AM
LUNCH: 12:00 - 12:45 PM
This site is powered by Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area
Boys & Girls Club
Lansingburgh Clubhouse
501 4th Ave, Troy
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 28
LUNCH: 12:00 - 12:30 PM
SNACK: 3:00 - 3:30 PM
This site is powered by Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area
- Join Children's Museum of Saratoga EVERY THURSDAY, 12:30–1:30 PM for STEAM Activities
Boys & Girls Club
Troy Clubhouse
1700 7th Ave, Troy
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 28
BREAKFAST: 8:30 - 9:15 AM
LUNCH: 12:00 - 1:05 PM
This site is powered by Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area
Grafton Community Library
2455 NY Route 2, Grafton
GRAB-N-GO Breakfast & Lunch. Please call the library at 518-279-0580 for more information
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 28
This site is powered by Capital Region BOCES
Grafton Summer Camp
Grafton State Park, 100 Grafton Lk St Pk Way
GRAB-N-GO Meals. Registration is required. Please call 518-266-7501 for more information
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 13
Last Day: August 14
This site is powered by Capital Region BOCES
Griswold Heights – Community Room
350 Griswold Heights, Troy
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 21
BREAKFAST: 8:30 - 9:30 AM
LUNCH: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
This site is powered by Capital Region BOCES
Hope 7 Community Center
596 Pawling Avenue, Troy
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: August 21
LUNCH: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
This site is powered by Capital Region BOCES
Knickerbacker Park
191 103rd St., Troy
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 28
BREAKFAST: 10:00 - 10:30 AM
LUNCH: 2:30 - 3:00 PM
This site is powered by Capital Region BOCES
Martin Luther King Apt – LODGE
1 Eddy Lane, Troy
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 28
BREAKFAST: 8:00 - 9:30 AM
LUNCH: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
This site is powered by Capital Region BOCES
Phelan Apartments
17 Hopkins St, Troy
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 21
BREAKFAST: 8:00 - 9:30 AM
LUNCH: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
This site is powered by Capital Region BOCES
South Troy Pool
1 S. Troy Pool Lane, Troy
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: August 28
LUNCH: 1:30 - 2:15 PM
SNACK: 3:30 - 4:15 PM
This site is powered by Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area
- Join Children's Museum of Saratoga EVERY THURSDAY, 2:30–4:30 PM for STEAM Activities
Stephentown Fire Hall–Summer Camp
35 Grange Hall Road, Stephentown
Please call 518-266-7501 for more information and to register
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: July 31
This site is powered by Capital Region BOCES
Stephentown Memorial Library
472 State Route 43, Stephentown
GRAB-N-GO Breakfast & Lunch. Please call the library at 518-733-5750 for more information.
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 28
This site is powered by Capital Region BOCES
Sunnyside Center
110 East Sunnyside Way, Troy
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: August 7
LUNCH: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
SNACK: 2:30 - 3:15 PM
This site is powered by Capital Region BOCES
Team Hero
274 2nd St, Troy
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 21
BREAKFAST: 8:30 - 9:30 AM
LUNCH: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Unity House - Summer Camp
79 102nd St, Troy
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 28
BREAKFAST: 9:00 - 9:30 AM
LUNCH: 12:00 - 12:30 PM
YMCA of Troy
2500 21st St, Troy
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 28
LUNCH: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
SNACK: 3:00 PM-3:30 PM
SARATOGA
County
2026 Saratoga County
Summer Meals Sites & Activities
Summer meals and activities are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC unless specified with enrollment details.
This Summer, join C.R.E.A.T.E. Community Studios & Children's Museum of Saratoga for FREE family-friendly art, music and STEAM activities for all ages at select sites.
Cheryl's Lodge
Please call 518 371-1185 for more information and to register your child(ren).
25 Fern Lane, Clifton Park
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 26
Last Day: September 4
BREAKFAST: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
LUNCH: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
Clement Park
76 Grace St, Waterford
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: August 21
LUNCH: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
D&R Village
Please call 518 371-1185 for more information and to register your child(ren).
430 Route 146, Clifton Park
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: September 4
LUNCH: 10:30 - 11:00 AM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
Galway Central School District - Grab 'n Go Site.
Please call 518 371-1185 for more information and to register your child(ren).
5317 Sacandaga Rd, Galway
Elementary School
Monday - Thursday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: July 30
LUNCH: 10:00 - 10:30 AM
High School
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 13
LUNCH: 10:00 - 10:30 AM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
Greenfield Community Center - Grab 'n Go Site.
Please call 518 371-1185 for more information and to register your child(ren).
25 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 28
LUNCH: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
Kayadeross Acres
Please call 518 371-1185 for more information and to register your child(ren).
885 Middleline Road, Ballston Spa
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: September 4
LUNCH: 10:30 - 11:00 AM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
- Join CREATE Studios EVERY FRIDAY until Aug 22, 10:30-11:30 AM for art and music activities
Louden Oaks
Please call 518 371-1185 for more information and to register your child(ren).
314 Louden Road, Saratoga Springs
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: September 4
LUNCH: 12:45 - 1:15 PM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
- Join CREATE Studios EVERY WEDNESDAY, 12:30-1:30 PM for art activities
Malta Gardens
2378 Route 9, Mechanicville
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: September 4
LUNCH: 12:30 - 1:00 PM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
- Join CREATE Studios EVERY THURSDAY, 12:30-1:30 PM for art and music activities
MACSC Summer Adventure Camp
Please call 518 371-1185 for more information and to register your child(ren).
6 S. Main Street, Mechanicville
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 1
Last Day: August 21
LUNCH: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
Mechanicville Central Schools Elementary School
Please call 518 371-1185 for more information and to register your child(ren).
25 Kniskern Avenue, Mechanicville
Elementary School (MACSC Camp)
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 7
LUNCH: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Elementary School (Summer Camp)
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 1
Last Day: August 28
BREAKFAST: 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
LUNCH: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
High School (Summer Academy)
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 14
BREAKFAST: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
LUNCH: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
Mechanicville Public Library
190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 1
Last Day: August 14
LUNCH: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
Park Avenue Playground
711 Park Avenue, Mechanicville
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 1
Last Day: August 21
LUNCH: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
Pyramid Pines
342 Cordova Way, Saratoga Springs
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: September 4
LUNCH: 1:30 - 2:00 PM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
Saratoga Hills Park
1 Maple Lane, Stillwater
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: September 4
LUNCH: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
Saratoga Village - Grab 'n Go Site.
Please call 518 371-1185 for more information and to register your child(ren).
900 Rock City Road, Ballston Spa
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: September 4
LUNCH: 1:30 - 2:00 PM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
- Join Children's Museum of Saratoga EVERY MONDAY, 1:30-2:30 PM for STEAM activities
Schuylerville Public Library
52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: August 21
LUNCH: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
This site is powered by CAPTAIN Community Human Services
Scott Johnson Rec Center
15 Vanderbilt Ave, Saratoga Springs
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: August 28
LUNCH: 10:45 - 12:15 PM
This site is powered by Saratoga Springs School District
- Join Children's Museum of Saratoga EVERY MONDAY & FRIDAY, 12:00-1:00 PM for STEAM activities
West Side Rec Pak
Division St, Saratoga
Monday - Friday
First Day: June 29
Last Day: August 28
LUNCH: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
This site is powered by Saratoga Springs School District
- Join Children's Museum of Saratoga EVERY TUESDAY & FRIDAY, 12:30-1:30 PM for STEAM activities
SCHENECTADY
County
2026 Schenectady County
Summer Meals Sites & Activities
Summer meals and activities are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC unless specified with enrollment details.
This Summer, join C.R.E.A.T.E. Community Studios for FREE family-friendly art and music activities for all ages at select sites.
Central Park Pavilion
Ashmore Ave, Schenectady
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 1
Last Day: September 4
LUNCH: 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM
This site is powered by Sycamore Collaborative
- Block Party: July 14 from 4:30 – 6:30 PM
- CREATE Together Art Activity: Thursdays | 12:00-4:00 PM
Girls Inc.
962 Albany St, Schenectady
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: July 31
LUNCH: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
This site is powered by Sycamore Collaborative
Hillhurst Park
2301 Campbell Ave, Schenectady
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 21
LUNCH: 12:30 – 1:30 PM
This site is powered by Sycamore Collaborative
- Block Party: August 11 from 4:30 – 6:30 PM
- CREATE Together: Wednesdays | 12:00-2:00 PM
Jerry Burrell Park
753 Hamilton St, Schenectady
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 1
Last Day: September 4
LUNCH: 12:15 – 1:15 PM
This site is powered by Sycamore Collaborative
- Block Party: August 25 from 12:00 – 2:00 PM
- CREATE Together: Fridays | 12:00-2:00 PM
Mont Pleasant Library
1036 Crane St, Schenectady
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 1
Last Day: September 4
LUNCH: 12:30 – 1:30 PM
This site is powered by Sycamore Collaborative
Schenectady Public Library
99 Clinton St, Schenectady
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 1
Last Day: September 4
LUNCH: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
This site is powered by Sycamore Collaborative
Southgate Apartments
105 Frank St, Schenectady
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 1
Last Day: September 4
LUNCH: 12:15 – 1:15 PM
This site is powered by Sycamore Collaborative
- CREATE Together Art Activity: Mondays | 12:00-2:00 PM
Steinmetz Park
2114 Lenox Rd, Schenectady
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 6
Last Day: August 21
LUNCH: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
This site is powered by Sycamore Collaborative
- Block Party: July 28 | 11 AM-1:00 PM
- CREATE Together: Tuesdays | 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
Tribute Park
868 Eastern Ave, Schenectady
Monday - Friday
First Day: July 1
Last Day: September 4
LUNCH: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
This site is powered by Sycamore Collaborative
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The color RED is vibrant and exciting! It is often associated with strong feelings like love, energy, and enthusiasm. Here are some fun facts and activities to explore the color RED with kids:
Fun Facts about Red
- RED is the color of many fruits like strawberries and cherries, as well as animals like ladybugs and cardinals.
- RED can represent feelings of warmth and passion, making it a popular color for hearts and love symbols.
- Often used in stop signs and warning signals, RED grabs attention and can mean caution.
- Along with blue and yellow, RED is a primary color, which means it can be mixed to create other colors
- The first colors that babies typically see is RED.
Start Creating in Red!
Activity 1
Activity 2
The color ORANGE is vibrant and fun, making it a favorite among kids!
ORANGE is a bright color that combines red and yellow. It is often associated with warmth, sunshine, and energy.
Fun Facts About Orange
- Common ORANGE objects include oranges (the fruit), pumpkins, carrots, and sunsets.
- Many animals, like goldfish and some butterflies, also have ORANGE colors.
- The color ORANGE was named after the fruit. Before the 1500s, it was referred to as "red-yellow"
- ORANGE is often associated with energy, enthusiasm, and warmth, making it a vibrant and eye-catching color
- Many fruits and vegetables, like carrots and oranges, are ORANGE, which helps them stand out in nature
- In some cultures, ORANGE represents happiness and good fortune
- ORANGE is created by mixing red and yellow, showcasing its bright and cheerful nature.
- ORANGE is highly visible, which is why it's often used for safety equipment like traffic cones.
Start Creating in Orange
YELLOW is a bright and cheerful color!
Fun Facts About Yellow:
- YELLOW is often associated with sunshine and happiness, making it a favorite color for many children.
- Many fruits and flowers are YELLOW, such as bananas, lemons, and sunflowers, which can be fun to explore in nature.
- When mixed with blue, YELLOW creates green, and when mixed with red, it makes orange. This can be a fun experiment for kids!
- YELLOW is one of the most visible colors, which is why it's often used for warning signs and school buses to keep everyone safe.
- In some cultures, YELLOW represents joy and prosperity, making it a special color during celebrations.
Start Creating in Yellow
Yellow Activity
This week's activity video shows you ways to bring your doodles to life!
Activity Sheet
- DRAW
Art & Food
The color GREEN reminds us of nature, growing plants, and new beginnings.
It is often connected with growth, health, and calm feelings. Looking at GREEN can even help people feel more relaxed and less stressed!
GREEN is also a color of luck, and it is sometimes linked to money and taking care of our Earth. GREEN is a wonderful color that helps us think of fresh, healthy, and peaceful things!
Things That Are Green
🍃 GREEN is the color of nature! Many plants are green because they contain a substance called chlorophyll, which helps them make food from sunlight.
👀 Our eyes see GREEN really well. In fact, many people find green relaxing and easy to look at.
🐸 Lots of animals are GREEN, including frogs, parrots, chameleons, and some snakes.
🌍 Earth is sometimes called the "GREEN Planet" because of all its forests, grasslands, and plants.
🍏 Many tasty foods are GREEN, such as apples, grapes, kiwis, peas, broccoli, and avocados.
🚦 On a traffic light, GREEN means "go!"
🎨 You can make GREEN paint by mixing blue and yellow together.
💵 In the United States, paper money is often called "greenbacks" because it is mostly GREEN.
Start Creating in Green
Green Week Activity
This week's activity video shows you ways to make Leaping Frogs!
Activity Sheet
- DRAW Green Art & Food
Blue is one of the most loved colors in the world — and it’s easy to see why! From the sky above to the oceans below, the color BLUE is all around us. Look around and see how many BLUE objects you can see.
Fun Facts about the color BLUE
- BLUE is one of the rarest colors found in nature. Most foods are not BLUE, with blueberries being a notable exception
- BLUE is the color of the sky and the ocean, which is why it often represents calmness and tranquility
- Studies show that BLUE can help people feel more relaxed and focused, making it a great color for classrooms
- Some animals, like BLUE whales and BLUE jays, showcase this beautiful color in nature
- In Ancient Rome, public servants wore BLUE, which influenced the color of modern police uniforms
- When mixing colors, BLUE is a primary color, meaning it cannot be created by mixing other colors
Start Creating in Blue
Activity Video
This week's activity video shows you how to have fun with watercolors!
Activity Sheet
- DRAW
Art & Food
Summer Meals Ambassadors
Help us spread the word about Summer Meals
We want to make the Capital Region the best place to be a kid and we need your help to make it happen. Becoming a Summer Meals Ambassador means you will play a crucial role in helping spread awareness about the program and connect families to resources and meal sites.
As an ambassador you will:
- Receive a Summer Meals T-shirt designed to spark conversation and spread awareness
- Share resources provided by United Way’s informational toolkit
- Post about Summer Meals Collaborative on social media platforms
- Engage your personal network by sharing your experiences related to Summer Meals Collaborative
- Optional: Attend a block party site to experience Summer Meals Collaborative firsthand
With your help, we can make the Capital Region the best place to be a kid in the summer— and ensure every child is fed, supported, and celebrated.
Activities and Resources
Free meals, fun-filled days, and a burst of creativity—right in your neighborhood!
At our Summer Meal Sites, kids don’t just eat—they engage, play, create, and grow! Nearly every site offers exciting, hands-on activities to keep children energized and inspired all summer! We also offer great resources for parents.
- C.R.E.A.T.E. Community Studio Activities
- Albany Center Gallery Activities
- Schenectady Block Parties
- Farmer Stand Pop Ups
- Summer EBT
New York State Summer EBT Program
Summer EBT is a new child nutrition program designed to help families buy groceries during the summer months when school meals are not available. This benefit provides additional support to ensure children have access to the food they need to grow, play, and thrive during summer break.
What is Summer EBT?
Summer EBT is an annual food benefit program that helps eligible families with school-age children buy groceries at any location that accepts EBT, including grocery stores, farmers markets, and other authorized retailers during the summer when kids might not have access to school meals.
Most eligible children will automatically receive Summer EBT food benefits; however, some families may need to apply.
Summer EBT benefits will be issued once per year, in the full amount of $120 for each eligible child. Benefits are loaded onto an electronic benefit transfer (EBT) card and can be used wherever SNAP/EBT benefits are accepted.
Learn More
To learn more about eligibility and how to use Summer EBT, please visit: otda.ny.gov/programs/summer-ebt/
New York State Summer EBT Program
Summer EBT is a new child nutrition program designed to help families buy groceries during the summer months when school meals are not available. This benefit provides additional support to ensure children have access to the food they need to grow, play, and thrive during summer break.
What is Summer EBT?
Summer EBT is an annual food benefit program that helps eligible families with school-age children buy groceries at any location that accepts EBT, including grocery stores, farmers markets, and other authorized retailers during the summer when kids might not have access to school meals.
Most eligible children will automatically receive Summer EBT food benefits; however, some families may need to apply.
Summer EBT benefits will be issued once per year, in the full amount of $120 for each eligible child. Benefits are loaded onto an electronic benefit transfer (EBT) card and can be used wherever SNAP/EBT benefits are accepted.
Learn More
To learn more about eligibility and how to use Summer EBT, please visit: otda.ny.gov/programs/summer-ebt/
No Kid Hungry Blog Post–Summer EBT: Info for Families
ABOUT THE SUMMER MEALS COLLABORATIVE
The Summer Meals Collaborative unites knowledge, resources, and community power to create a healthier, more equitable future—one meal at a time.
Launched in 2013, the Collaborative, powered by United Way of the Greater Capital Region, partners with local organizations to strengthen food access and nutrition security across the Capital Region by providing FREE meals to all kids and teens throughout the summer.
Our Impact
- 2.2 million meals served since 2013.
- 90+ meal sites supported annually.
- Serving children who may otherwise go without—especially those in ALICE households and families facing food insecurity.
Why it Matters
- 1 in 5 eligible children in New York State are food insecure.
- Food insecurity harms physical health, mental well-being, and child development.
Together, we're making the Capital Region the best place to be a kid!
Because of your generosity and dedication, we are able to continue offering free meals and activities to more kids and teens each summer, ensuring every child has the strength they need to thrive.
If you're interested in becoming a Summer Meals partner, please get in touch with our team at CommunityImpact@unitedwaygcr.org
Summer Meals Collaborative Partners
