Metro Action Commission Seeks Summer Meal Sites in Nashville and Davidson County

The Metro Action Commission (MAC) is seeking community partners to serve as meal sites for children and youth in Nashville and Davidson County during the summer of 2026.

The agency provides free breakfast and lunch to youth programs and other locations where young people gather. The summer food program is scheduled to run from June 1 to July 31, 2026.

Organizations interested in participating that are not currently enrolled as meal sites must submit their applications by April 15, 2026.

Eligibility and Site Requirements

To qualify as a meal site, programs must either serve youth directly or be located near schools that participate in the Free and Reduced Lunch program throughout the school year.

The Metro Action Commission provides meals to a variety of locations, including:

• Day camps and sports camps
• Faith-based programs
• Community centers
• Apartment communities

MAC stated it has the capacity to serve approximately 100 community locations as meal sites.

Program Goals and Implementation

The program aims to address food insecurity for Nashville’s youth when school is out of session, specifically for those who rely on free or reduced-price school meals during the academic year.

Marvin Cox, the program director of the MAC Community Outreach Division, stated: With summer quickly approaching, it’s important to consider how children who rely on free or reduced‑price school meals will continue to access nutritious food while school is out,

Training for both new and returning programs will be conducted in May 2026. MAC will provide ongoing monitoring and support for the duration of the summer program.

Application Process

Youth program leaders can apply through the agency’s website or in person at the Metro Action Commission’s main office located at 1281 Murfreesboro Pike.

Additional information regarding the summer food program can be obtained by calling 615-862-8860, extension 70120.