School Lunch
Supporting Students with Daily Meals for Better Learning and Growth
The School Lunch Program fights classroom hunger in the Philippines by providing daily meals or food allowances to students from low-income families.
By ensuring proper nutrition, the program helps children focus better, stay healthy, and perform well in school. It partners with schools and communities to deliver meals, promote healthy eating, and engage families in sustaining nutrition at home.
The goal is simple but vital — to remove hunger as a barrier to education and give every child an equal chance to learn and succeed.
FAQs
What is the main purpose of the program?
The program aims to sustain student nutrition during financial challenges, helping schools continue meal programs that support students’ health, focus, and academic performance.
Who benefits from the program?
The primary beneficiaries are students at the partner schools.
Which schools are eligible for the program?
Eligible schools must:
Be public schools facing financial challenges or budget cuts.
Serve vulnerable populations, such as students with disabilities or from low-income families.
Demonstrate a clear need for additional food resources.
How does the school apply or get selected?
Schools may apply by presenting evidence of financial need, such as budget reductions or increased student enrollment. Accessifiers reviews the applications, may conduct site visits or request documentation, and selects schools based on urgency and student vulnerability.
How is the donated rice used and distributed
The School Lunch must be served only to enrolled students within the academic year and only within school premises during regular school days.
It cannot be used for general staff or guests.
Schools must ensure proper storage, security, and distribution to prevent waste or theft.
What responsibilities do partner schools have?
Partner schools must:
Store the food safely to avoid spoilage or pest damage.
Use it only for student meals.
Submit reports on the number of students served and any observed impacts.
Report any issues such as theft, spoilage, or misuse of the food supply.
How is program success measured?
Success is evaluated based on:
The number of students served.
The school’s compliance with storage and reporting rules.
Observed improvements in student well-being and attendance.
Effectiveness in managing and safeguarding the food supply.
How does the program promote accountability?
Partner schools are required to maintain transparent records, submit reports, and notify Accessifiers of any incidents affecting the rice supply. This ensures proper use of resources and strengthens trust between the school and the program.