Hawaiʻi’s keiki are still waiting for universal free school meals. The time to act is now.
Research shows that consistent access to nutritious meals improves both academic performance and long-term health. Yet, in 2023, 6 percent of Hawaiʻi households with children had one or more children go a whole day without food.
Community participation during 2024 legislative session highlights pressing nature of food insecurity in Hawaiʻi
1 in 3 Hawaiʻi households experienced food insecurity last year, underscoring the urgent need for robust policy interventions to ensure that all residents have access to adequate and nutritious food.
Universal Free School Meals ensures every keiki thrives
5 reasons to support Universal Free School Meals in Hawai‘i