NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Recreation Development (NORD) Commission is reminding families that the Kid Cafe after school meal program remains available at recreation centers across the city, providing free, nutritious meals to youth ages 18 and under.
In partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank, Kid Cafe offers reliable access to healthy meals during the school year, ensuring that young people have the nourishment they need to learn, play, and thrive.
As many households face uncertainty due to ongoing challenges, NORD continues to stand firm in its commitment to community wellness and youth support.
"Right now, many families are unsure of what tomorrow brings," said Larry Barabino, Jr., CEO of the NORD Commission. "At NORD, we believe no child should feel that uncertainty when it comes to food. Kid Cafe remains open and ready to serve our youth, because community means showing up for one another, especially in difficult times."
Kid Cafe meals and snacks are served Monday through Friday between 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the following NORD Commission recreation centers:
- Cut Off Recreation Center – 6600 Belgrade Street
- Desire/Florida Multi Service Center – 3250 Industry Street
- Gernon Brown Recreation Center – 1001 Harrison Avenue
- Hunter's Field Recreation Center – 1659 N. Claiborne Avenue
- Joe W. Brown Recreation Center – 5601 Read Boulevard
- Milne Recreation Center – 5420 Franklin Avenue
- Morris F.X. Jeff Recreation Center – 2529 General Meyer Avenue
- Rosenwald Recreation Center – 1120 S. Broad Avenue
- Sanchez Multi Service Center – 1616 Fats Domino Avenue
- Stallings St. Claude Recreation Center – 4300 St. Claude Avenue
- St. Bernard Recreation Center – 1500 Lafreniere Street
- Treme Recreation Center – 900 N. Villere Street
For more information on the Kid Cafe program, visit nordc.org or call 504-658-3052.