Grab and Go Meals
Meals are distributed three days a week at all APS elementary schools and three high schools.
Grab and Go Distribution Schedule and Locations
- Monday, March 29, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: The distribution is for 2 days of meals. Families can pick up meals at any APS elementary school, and Manzano, Rio Grande, and West Mesa High Schools.
- Wednesday, March 31, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: The distribution is for 5 days of meals. Families can pick up meals at any APS elementary school, and Manzano, Rio Grande, and West Mesa High Schools. There is no school on Friday, April 2.
- Beginning Monday, April 5: All schools will serve free breakfast and lunch for students on campus.
- Beginning Wednesday, April 7: Families of remote learners can pick up weekly meal packs on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at two locations:
- APS Food and Nutrition headquarters, 800 Lousiana NE (enter north off of Louisiana); and
- West Mesa Aquatic Center, 6705 Fortuna Road NW.
Guidelines for Families
- Pick-up Requirements: Please wear a mask, practice social distancing, and have your car trunk open.
- Grab and Go meals are available to anyone 18 years of age and under.
- Students do not need to be present, but they are always welcomed.
- APS requests that you not bring animals to the Grab and Go sites, including in your cars.
Meal Site Information
Beginning Wednesday, April 7: Families of remote learners can pick up weekly meal packs on Wednesdays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at two locations:
- APS Food and Nutrition headquarters, 800 Lousiana NE (enter north off of Louisiana); and
- West Mesa Aquatic Center, 6705 Fortuna Road NW.
Map of Grab-and-Go Meal Sites
Free and Reduced Price School Meal Application
Apply for Free and Reduced Price School Meals
How to apply:
- Online Applications: Easy, step-by-step directions are provided in English and Spanish.
- YumYummi Mobile App: Families can also apply through this APS breakfast and lunch menu mobile app. YumYummi can be downloaded from Google Play or iTunes App Store.
- Paper Applications: Available between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday at APS Food, and Nutrition Services located at 800 Louisiana Blvd NE.
When to apply:
Applications must be filled out every year. Families are encouraged to complete the application by mid-September. Only one application is needed per family, even if children attend different APS schools.
Contact us:
Call (505) 345-5661, ext. 38206 for more information or assistance.
Monetary Donations
APS Food and Nutrition Services provides complete meals to all students; no child is ever denied regardless of eligibility. We accept monetary donations to help cover the cost for students in need. Call (505) 345-5661, extension 38209, for more information and to make donations.