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April 15, 2020 eNews
COVID19 Update FNS has issued technical Q&A for the nationwide waivers. Read More We know the real story is in your organization as you work to innovate ways to ensure food access in child and adult care programs. We want to tell the world about the great work you are doing. Tell Us More |
Celebrating CACFP All Year Long Ramadan Looking for activity flyers you can send to parents or providers to help spread the word about CACFP while sharing fun activities centered around days of celebration? Members have access to a library of activity pages! Here's one from us to you to share today. |
Greek Yogurt Cucumber Salad 2 cups plain Greek yogurt 4 cups cucumber, peeled and cubed Make this in the morning and serve it cold for afternoon snack! Combine yogurt and cucumbers in a bowl and mix well. Refrigerate. Meat|Meat Alternate & Vegetable Snack Crediting: 8 Servings for ages 1-5 |
Grain-Based Desserts USDA FNS is seeking comments on whether or not to allow grain-based desserts in the CACFP. Our association and membership is opposed to reintroducing grain-based desserts back into the meal pattern. Items in this category are high in sugar and often have low nutritional value. Follow the link below to add your voice to be sure we're heard. Copy and paste this message and/or modify it for your own voice. Due April 22, 2020. We oppose allowing grain-based desserts in the CACFP. |
Spanish Nutrition Education Explore all of Team Nutrition's Spanish resources for the CACFP. Estos recursos de Team Nutrition están disponibles para escuelas, lugares de cuidado de niños y sitios de verano que participan en los programas de nutrición infantil. |
Industry Partner Spotlight General Mills serves the world by making food that people love. In your careers, you work every day to nourish children's lives and help to create healthy eating habits that last a lifetime. Both share the very same goals and believe food should make everyone better, bring joy and nourish lives. General Mills is committed to providing products that meet the CACFP Meal Pattern and supporting childcare providers. |
CACFP Professionals Certification
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CACFP Needs Economic Support Congress is drafting the next COVID-19 stimulus bill. CACFP needs specific economic support. We've made it easy for you to send a letter to your Senators and Congressional representative. Enter your zip code and hit send. |
Join the Food Program Serving meals and snacks in your family home care or child/adult care center? Join the food program today to get funds as reimbursement for serving #cacfpcreditable meals and snacks. |
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