<![CDATA[The nutritional problems of elementary school-aged children remain a strategic issue that impacts the quality of human resources, particularly in areas with limited access to nutritious food. The Free Nutritional Meal Program, as a national policy, requires an adaptive implementation model based on local contexts. This community service activity aims to implement a free nutritious meal program based on local food in elementary schools to improve students' nutritional status and nutritional awareness. The implementation method uses a participatory and collaborative approach through three stages: preparation and coordination, nutrition socialization and education, and implementation of nutritious meal provision. The results of the activity indicate that schools are effective nutritional intervention spaces. The use of local foods such as sources of carbohydrates, animal and vegetable proteins, and local vegetables supports food availability, cost efficiency, and community participation. In addition, there has been an increase in nutritional knowledge and awareness among students, teachers, and parents. This program not only contributes to meeting students' nutritional needs but also strengthens the role of schools as centers for health education and drivers of community-based food security.]]>
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