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August 17, 2021 eNews

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August 17, 2021 eNews

Today is National Nonprofit Day. As a thank you to all the providers and sponsors who fuel our mission, we are doing a book giveaway on our Facebook page. Keep reading to find new USDA resources, information on the upcoming CACFP Virtual Summit and a free activity page.

Facebook Giveaway

Join the #NationalCACFP community on Facebook for crafts, snacks and other clever ideas shared daily. This week, we're giving away "10 Things I Can Do to Help My World" in celebration of National Nonprofit Day. Like, share and comment on the post for your chance to win!



Board Members Elected

Elections were held for three open seats on the Board of Directors for the National CACFP Sponsors Association. We thank all candidates for their willingness to serve our community. The Board welcomes these CACFP professionals to serve for the next three years: Deborah Gillison-Wilson, CMP, CCNP; Blake Stanford, CMP; and Kati Wagner, CMP, CCNP.



Chicken Fajita

Celebrate National Fajita Day tomorrow with this recipe from USDA Team Nutrition. One serving provides 1 oz eq. meat, 1 oz eq. grains, 1/2 cup of vegetable and 1/4 cup of additional vegetable. Simply pair with milk for a #CACFPCreditable lunch or supper.



Ounce Equivalents for Grains: No Weigh!

We're kicking off the 2021 CACFP Virtual Summit with a double session from USDA Food and Nutrition Service. Join us on Monday, September 13 from 12:10 pm - 2:20 pm Eastern to learn all about using ounce equivalents for grains.



Now Accepting Presentation Proposals

We invite you to share your story, expertise, experience and passion with our attendees at the 2022 National Child Nutrition Conference. Submit your presentation proposal for a workshop, shop talk or training academy session by September 1, 2021.



CACFP Professionals Shoutout 

Join Brian Butler and Klaire Dye in showcasing your professional commitment within the CACFP. 

Are you looking to showcase your knowledge and experience as a child nutrition professional?



Join the Team at NCA

Do you like to create connections? Reach out to folks who want to support anti-hunger work? We're looking for someone who will talk to partner organizations and get them excited to exhibit at our annual conference, provide recipes and nutritional education, and join our Industry Partner Program.



Serving Adult Participants in the CACFP

The USDA released a new worksheet to better aid providers who care for adults in the CACFP. Learn about meal pattern flexibilities, modifications for disabilities and how to make every bite count.



Start Simple with MyPlate

Explore the new digital tools and resources which offer free, personalized resources based on eating needs and habits with this webinar from USDA's Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion. Find this webinar and more opportunities to earn Continuing Education Units in our Learning Center.



What's New on cacfp.org?

Looking for CACFP Creditable food products? Head over to the new and growing Creditable Foods Directory, located on our Recipes & Menus page. It features products that can be used in your meal planning. Apply today to feature your creditable foods.



Counting Activity Page

Enjoy this free activity page that focuses on vegetables and counting.



Featured Member Resource

In addition to exclusive, members-only activity pages for a variety of holidays, NCA members also have access to activity pages for each of the five CACFP meal pattern components. Have fun while learning about how each component provides nutritional benefits!


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