This is an administrative guide and reference document for service institutions participating in the Federally funded Summer Food Service Program for Children. Guidelines are given to help potential sponsors to determine their eligibility to participate in the program. General requirements and procedures are outlined. Specific meal patterns, recordkeeping requirements and reimbursement procedures of the meal program are described. Regulations and suggestions are detailed both for sponsors contracting for food service through outside management companies ("vendors") and for those engaged in onsite preparation of meals. Necessary forms, checklists, and other guidance materials are provided. Also included is a brief guide to the meal program directed toward site supervisors. (Author/GC)