Charlotte County Public Schools is rolling out its 2026 Summer Break Spot program under the banner “Fueling Champions,” continuing the tradition of making sure kids in the community don’t go hungry while school’s out. This summer, any child 18 or younger can grab free breakfast and lunch at sites all over the county from June 8 to July 29. Some spots will even open their doors a bit earlier in June.
Last summer, the Champ’s Café Summer Feeding Program served nearly 50,000 meals. This year, the team is picking up where they left off, following federal guidelines to keep nutritious food on the table for local kids through the summer.
There’s something new this summer, a 7-day bulk meal pickup. It’s a game-changer for busy families: grab a week’s worth of breakfast and lunch in one go at designated locations.
Meals are available through walk-in service at schools, libraries, mobile feeding stops, and bulk pickup sites so families all over Charlotte County can find a convenient option.
“Summer meal programs are an important part of our commitment to supporting student well-being beyond the classroom,” Superintendent Mark Vianello said. “With these seasonal services, we’re making sure kids across Charlotte County can count on a healthy meal, even when school’s out.”
Here are the details on locations and how they’ll serve:
Champ’s on Wheels Mobile Feeding Bus Stops:
Monday to Friday, with some changes in June. Lunch stops include Port Charlotte Library (10:30–11:00 a.m., no service Mondays), Mid-County Library (11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.), and Hampton Point Apartments (12:30–1:00 p.m.).
Neil Armstrong Elementary, Charlotte High, Myakka River Elementary, and Port Charlotte High:
Breakfast and lunch are available Monday through Thursday in June. No service on Fridays in June.
Meadow Park:
Starting June 3, serving breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday, including all Fridays in June.
Baker Center:
Kicks off June 1, with breakfast and lunch available Monday through Thursday, plus Friday service on June 5 and 12.
Rural Non-Congregate Bulk Sites (NEW 7-Day Meal Pickup Option):
Families can pick up a week’s supply of breakfasts and lunches at set neighborhood spots from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Mondays at Alfred & Jones Loop Road, Tuesdays at the Charlotte Fairgrounds.
No meal service on Friday, July 3.Different sites keep different hours, so families should check the Champ’s Café Summer Feeding website for the latest schedules and more information, or click here for more information.
