Our work & impact
The Problem
Preschool-aged children often fall through the gap of social services addressing food insecurity. We address the hunger and food insecurity for children ages 5 and under who are not only at a critical developmental stage but cannot access school-based free meal programs. In 2023, Feeding America reported that Harris County ranked No. 1 in the nation as having the highest percentage of children living with food insecurity in highly populated counties.
1 in 4 Houston preschool-aged children live unsure of their next meal.
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Preschool-aged children are food insecure in Harris County
Our Solution
Kids’ Meals is the ONLY home meal delivery program in the nation for poverty-stricken preschool-aged children. Each weekday, we deliver over 10,000 free, healthy meals to Houston’s hungriest preschool-aged children. When school is out, every child up to age 18 in these homes also receives a healthy meal from Kids’ Meals – that’s over 16,000 meals per day.
18+ Million free healthy meals delivered since 2006
In 2024
3,053,255
Free, healthy meals made and delivered to food-insecure children.
9,000+
Preschool-aged children served daily
6,000+
Families supported
$1.84
All-in average cost per meal
75,921
Volunteer Hours
70+
Collaborative partners
573,446 lbs.
Fresh produce/groceries delivered
Who You Are Feeding
Ethnicity
Ages of Preschoolers
Ages of Older Siblings
Impact Stories
How You Can Help
You can make a real difference for hungry children in Houston. Volunteer your time, donate to support our mission, or help spread the word to grow our impact. Every action counts. Together, we can ensure every child has the food they need to grow, learn, and thrive.
