Weekdays, 6/15/26-8/21/26 | 10:00-11:00 am
Haven Treatment Center (2805 E 19th St., Vancouver)
All ages, free

Fuel young minds this summer! Free lunches for Clark County kids. This initiative is designed to help ensure children have access to nutritious meals during the summer months when school is out of session. Pre-registration is required for catering purposes.

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Weekdays, 6/22/26-8/21/26 | 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Various Portland parks
Ages 0-18, free

Free Lunch + Play provides free lunch, drop-in games, crafts, and recreation for youth ages 18 and under. Youth 18 years and under must be in person to receive meals, meals must be eaten on-site, and lunch may only be served during stated mealtimes.

The 2026 Summer Program will be held June 22 through August 21, 2026, with no program on Friday, July 3.

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Mondays-Thursdays, 6/22/26-7/30/26 | 11:30 am-1:00 pm
Main City Park (219 S. Main Ave., Gresham) and Red Sunset Park (2403 NE Red Sunset Dr., Gresham)
Ages 0-18, free

Enjoy free lunch and fun activities at this summer youth recreation program. Free lunches and activities are available to all youth up to age 18. There is no cost to participate. No registration is required. Supervision and activities are provided.

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2nd Wednesday of each month | 11:00 am-1:00 pm
Doernbecher Children’s Hospital Lobby 1st Floor (700 SW Campus Dr., Portland)

4th Wednesday of each month | 2:00-4:00 pm
Kohler Pavilion Lobby 1st Floor (808 SW Campus Dr., Portland)

Open to everyone in need, no questions asked.

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Through USDA’s summer meal programs, approved sites in communities across the country serve meals and snacks to kids 18 and younger at no cost. Families can use the Summer Meals Site Finder to find directions to nearby meal sites, as well as their hours of operation and contact information.

Thursday, 6/25/26 | 9:30 am-1:30 pm
NAMC (2205 NE Columbia Blvd., Portland)
Youth and adults, free

Open to youth & adults—explore careers in semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, & tech, jump into hands-on workshops, and connect directly with employers & community partners.

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This page from the City of Portland provides important resources for immigrants and refugees. This list is updated regularly.

City of Portland Website

Children’s Institute is committed to ensuring that all our community —regardless of immigration status—have access to the essential resources, guidance, safety, and support they need during these challenging times.

Children’s Institute Website

Since 2005, the Portland Immigrant Rights Coalition (PIRC) has been defending the rights of immigrants in our community through education, rapid response, and legal support.

PIRC Website

Protect Your Family is an essential guide that can assist you in creating a family plan for unexpected circumstances, such as a detention or removal by ICE or federal agents.

Latino Network Website

The unprecedented scale and high-profile nature of recent ICE raids, as well as the subsequent community resistance and protests, mean that children are likely aware of what’s happening and need adult help to better understand this crisis.

FamilyWorks Website

The effects of elections on mental health can differ significantly based on age, media exposure, and individual sensitivity to stress or conflict.

Center for Child Counseling Website

Culturally specific support for LGBTQIA2S+ youth

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6/1/26- 8/31/26
Ages 14-19, free

TriMet means freedom for students this summer, thanks to the TriMet Summer Pass, a simple but powerful way to keep young people connected, independent, and engaged all season long. This free-ride pass empowers students throughout the Portland metro area with greater access to reliable transportation, helping them get where they need — and want — to go without hassle. Quantities are limited, so get your pass now!

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7/6/26- 8/14/26
Ages 4-14, free
*Join before June 30th to get the most out of this resource!*

Every kid has what it takes to set a goal and work towards it. Summer Goal Setting is a free, 6-week online program for kids ages 4–14. Designed with neurodivergent youth in mind, the program is open to any child ready to build an “I can do it” mindset.

Each week, your family gets activities, video resources, and one-on-one support in English and Spanish. It’s a great way to provide structure, support literacy, and practice goal setting skills when school is not in session.

Learn more & register by June 30: shadow-project.org/summer

Learn more about Comcast’s new ACP Program or ask your Program Specialist if this is of interest for you or your Little.

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