 The Cherokee Nation has fed more than 53,000 kids through its Summer Meal Program. That is a major increase from the 40,000 families in comparison to last year. This program offering families with kids a free and reduced lunch and the chance to buy as much as $120 in groceries for each child. Applications remain open through Sunday, August 18. This is an offer for all children, not just tribal citizens. And that's been a check via local and area news.