The Y believes that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. We serve nutritious meals to children to improve their health and help them reach their full potential.
During 2024, we prepared and served 300,000 healthy meals across 80 sites in Chattanooga, Cleveland and North Georgia. Meals are FREE to all children and teens ages 1-18 years old. We're always in need of volunteers to help prepare, pack and deliver meals.
We provide meals to children in our care at our YMCA sites and work with partners to provide meals and snacks to children in our community. By promoting the role of nutrition in physical, mental and social health, we help young people develop positive food attitudes and eating behaviors. Find a location near you.
Tennessee: The J.A. Henry Y serves meals in Hamilton, Bradley, Polk and Sequatchie counties (varies seasonally).
Georgia: The North Georgia Y serves meals in Catoosa and Walker counties (varies seasonally).
Updated Nov. 10, 2025
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