Food Distribution ProgramLearning Support :

The Minnesota Food Distribution Program (FDP) distributes United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) donated food to Minnesota Schools participating in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and/or the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). The program provides nutritious foods to school-age children attending public and private schools, residential childcare institutions, juvenile correctional institutions, boarding schools, and summer camps. Quick links to helpful USDA programs are located under Related Links.

During school year 2008 - 2009, Minnesota distributed nearly 26 million pounds of donated foods (including bonus products) to eligible recipients participating in the Food Distribution Program. These donated foods were valued at approximately $22 million. The total amount of donated foods received by each state is based on federal funding.

Required nondiscrimination statement: In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY).