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Summer Food Service Program Outreach Tools
The following items are designed to help Summer Food Service Program sponsors and partner organizations communicate and inform families of nearby summer meal sites. All materials may be tailored to meet local needs.
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Social Media
- Images
- Sample posts
Customizable Materials
- Lunch menu template
- Newsletter template
- Robo call (audio file)
- Press release template
- Outreach tracking tool template
Print-Ready and Web Materials
These materials are ready to download, print and distribute.
Postcard Templates
Distribute postcards to families and local organizations to raise awareness and inform families of nearby meal sites.(Size 5"x7")
Magnet Templates
Distribute magnets to families so they know how to find nearby meal sites. (Size: 2"x3")
Website Banners
Customize your webpage by using these web banners. Connect visitors to your summer webpage or to kidsfoodfinder.org.
Once you click on the image you want to download:
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If using a laptop or computer: Right-click the icon and select "Save Image As" or "Save Picture As".
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If using a mobile device: Press and hold the image until you see the option to "Download Image" or "Save Image".
Email Signatures
Once you click on the file you want to download:
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If using a laptop or computer: Right-click the icon and select "Save Image As" or "Save Picture As".
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If using a mobile device: Press and hold the image until you see the option to "Download Image" or "Save Image".
Poster & Door Signage
Display posters at your site and local organizations so families know about the program and how to find nearby meal sites. Local organizations may include: WIC clinics, libraries, shelters, food pantries, churches, doctors’ offices, social service agencies, housing authorities, Goodwill and Salvation Army.
Download Poster 1 English (18"x24")(PDF)
Download Poster 1 English (24"x36")(PDF)
Banner & Yard Signs
Use these signs to advertise your summer meals site and direct community members to your location.
Banner Signs
Yard Signs
Social Media
Download and post these social media images with the sample social media posts below. (Size: 800x800 px)
Suggested English Social Media Posts
- Did you know Colorado schools and community organizations are offering FREE HEALTHY MEALS to all kids and teens 18 and younger this summer? Text "Food" or "Comida" to 304-304 or visit KidsFoodFinder.org to find a location near you.
- Colorado schools and community organizations are distributing meals at no cost this summer! Healthy meals are available to all kids and teens 18 and under. Text "Food" or "Comida" to 304-304 or visit KidsFoodFinder.org to find a location near you!
- Save time and money on meal prep this summer and enjoy healthy no-cost meals for your kids and teens. Meals are available to all youth 18 and under. Text "Food" or "Comida" to 304-304 or visit KidsFoodFinder.org to find a location near you.
Suggested Spanish Social Media Posts
- ¿Sabía que las escuelas y organizaciones comunitarias de Colorado están ofreciendo COMIDAS SALUDABLES GRATUITAS a todos los niños y adolescentes menores de 18 años este verano? Envíe un mensaje de texto con la palabra "Food" o "Comida" al 304-304 o visite KidsFoodFinder.org para encontrar un lugar cerca de usted.
- ¡Las escuelas de Colorado y las organizaciones comunitarias están distribuyendo comidas sin costo este verano! Las comidas saludables están disponibles para todos los niños y adolescentes menores de 18 años. ¡Envíe un mensaje de texto con "Food" o "Comida" al 304-304 o visite KidsFoodFinder.org para encontrar un lugar cerca de usted!
- Ahorre tiempo y dinero en la preparación de comidas este verano y disfrute de comidas saludables sin costo para sus niños y adolescentes. Las comidas están disponibles para todos los jóvenes menores de 18 años. Envíe un mensaje de texto con la palabra "Food" o "Comida" al 304-304 o visite KidsFoodFinder.org para encontrar un lugar cerca de usted.
Customizable Materials
Customize these SFSP menu templates (May - August) to showcase the nutritious meals you’re serving at your summer meal site(s).
- Newsletter template (DOC)
Customize this newsletter and send it to stakeholders and families so they know more about the program and how to find nearby meal sites. - Robo call (audio file)
Send this audio file of Governor Jared Polis promoting summer meals to families in your community.
Robocall English (MP3) | Robocall Spanish (MP3) - News release template (DOC)
Customize this press release and send it to local publications and broadcast stations. Newspapers, radio stations and TV stations may consider featuring your program in a local interest story for the community. - Outreach tracking tool template (XLS)
Use this tool to track your outreach efforts and evaluate the impact on program outcomes.
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