Buncombe -- June 9, 2026: Buncombe County Schools is once again bridging the summer nutritional gap by providing free meals to children and teens throughout the summer months. The program, designed for anyone 18 and younger, ensures that students have access to healthy, consistent nutrition even when school is out of session.
The initiative is a collaborative effort involving Buncombe County Schools, community organizations, the YMCA, and Asheville Parks & Recreation camps.
How to Access Meals
The district is offering three primary ways for families to access these free meals:
On-Site Dining: Enjoy meals in a supervised, social environment at participating schools.
Weekly To-Go Meals: Convenient pickup options for families, available at specific locations.
Mobile Lunch Stops: The "Rolling to Feed" bus will make scheduled stops at select housing communities. Program Schedule & Locations
Program Schedule & Locations
On-Site Meals
Dates: June 12 through August 14 (No service on July 3).
Service Days: Monday–Friday.
Times: Breakfast from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.; Lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Locations: * A.C. Reynolds High School
Community High School
Hominy Valley Elementary School
North Windy Ridge Intermediate School
Erwin High School
Koontz Intermediate School
Weekly To-Go Meals
Dates: June 22 through August 10.
Pickup Time: Mondays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Locations:
Barnardsville Elementary School
Leicester Elementary School
Pisgah Elementary School
Requirement: Children must be present at the time of pickup, and registration is required.
Mobile "Rolling to Feed" Bus Stops
Hillcrest Apartments: 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Pisgah View Apartments: 11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Livingston Apartments: 12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Important Information for Families
Parents and guardians do not need to apply for the general Summer Nutrition Program, but as noted, pre-registration is strongly encouraged for to-go meal sites to ensure adequate supply.
For the most up-to-date information, specific registration links, and any potential schedule changes, please visit the official Buncombe County Schools Nutrition page. You can also find additional food security resources and community updates by visiting wnctimes.
Additional statewide site locators and information regarding the SUN Bucks grocery-buying benefits can be found at SummerMeals4NCKids.org.