Join the Fun for 12 Days of Holiday Books Giveaway

We started our annual holiday book giveaway on December 1. Want a chance to win a wonderful book to create precious memories with the children in your care? Head over to our Facebook page and leave a comment answering each post's prompt to enter.

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Congratulations to These CACFP Professionals

Candidates with the CACFP Professional designation stand out among the crowd. If you're looking to enhance your professional image, check out our Certification Program. You may already qualify!

Crediting Update for the Infant Meal Pattern

Commercially prepared tofu and soy yogurt products are now creditable as meat alternates in the SFSP. Both have previously been creditable in the CACFP for children ages 1 and older, now it's been extended to infants as well.

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Take a Deep Dive with the SFSP Boot Camp

We're covering all things Summer Food Service Program in our upcoming Boot Camp on January 17. Join us on Zoom to go over everything from covering program basics to exploring creative meal prep and menu ideas.

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More Upcoming Virtual Events

· Free Webinar: Get the Scoop! Emerging CACFP Food Trends in 2024 (December 14)

· Free for Members: National Milk Day Q&A: Ask A Nutritionist (January 11, 2 pm ET Session)

· Free for Members: National Milk Day Q&A: Ask A Nutritionist (January 11, 8:30 pm ET Session)

State Agency Perspectives on Administering the CACFP

A study by the UConn Rudd Center explores federal and state policies and practices that impact CACFP participation among child care centers. State agencies shared their approaches to program outreach and administration and strategies to decreasing barriers to program participation.

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Cozy Up with Crafts and Snacks

December 9 is National Christmas Card Day. We've got some free templates for the children or adults in your care to make their own Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or holiday cards. Need an energizing snack to serve before they let their creativity flow? Try our Teddy Bear smoothie.

· Recipe: Teddy Bear Smoothie

· Free Activity Page: Make Your Own Holiday Cards

Industry Partner Spotlight

Pacific Northwest Canned Pears are grown by American farmers in Oregon and Washington and packed by local processors. These Bartlett pears are versatile and ready to use in recipes or enjoyed straight from the can. Poached in juice or sweetened syrup right in the can, nothing else is added to the pears. U.S. grown canned pears are available through USDA child nutrition programs or from your distributor.

Join the Food Program

Do you know providers who have not yet signed up for the CACFP? Forward this email or share these links to help spread the word about how they can start getting reimbursed for the healthy meals and snacks that they might already be serving.

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