New Nutrition Program for Elementary School Students
On October 4, 2024, the Ukrainian Cabinet of Ministers adopted a resolution to fund meals for elementary school students in general education institutions.
According to the resolution, 70% of the costs for feeding students in grades 1-4 will be covered by the state budget. The remaining 30% must be allocated from the city budget.
As reported by the Director of the Department of Education and Science, Olena Buinevych, the corresponding draft decision will be prepared shortly.
Approximately 20,000 students in grades 1-4 in Odessa are expected to benefit from the free meal program.
“After the deputies review and allocate funds from the city budget, the next step will be the tender process. Currently, only students in grades 1-4 from low-income families are fed by the city budget,” - noted the head of the city Department of Education and Science.
