Chicken and Cheese Snack Cup

This #CACFPCreditable snack cup is the perfect on-the-go option for outdoor snacking on the Fourth of July! Share this simple recipe with parents and guardians. Simply take a 6 fl oz. cup or sealable container and layer the bottom with 1 tbsp of rotisserie chicken and 1 tbsp of Colby cheese, both diced to 1/4". Then, top with 1/2 cup of sliced grapes.

Keep Kids Fed Act

On Saturday, June 25, 2022, President Biden signed into law the “Keep Kids Fed Act of 2022,” which extends certain flexibilities for child nutrition programs and provides temporary increases in reimbursement rates for school meals and meals provided in CACFP. Thank you to Senators Debbie Stabenow and John Boozman and Representatives Bobby Scott and Virginia Foxx for their leadership and to all members of Congress who supported this legislation.

If you have questions regarding the Keep Kids Fed Act, please email policy@cacfp.org.

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Summer Meals, Summer Fun

Check out thefirst section of USDA's Summer Food, Summer Moves toolkit. Summer Meals, Summer Fun is centered around the theme of sunshine and contains physical activities and recipes that encourage healthy habits.  

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Do You Want to Present at #NCNC23?

Do you often find yourself telling inspiring stories of health and wellness, training the leaders who work every day to provide healthy and nutritious meals, or sharing your knowledge of the CACFP or SFSP? Join us as a presenter at the National Child Nutrition Conference in San Diego! We're now accepting presentation proposals for workshops, shop talks and training academies. Check out our Presenter Information page for more details. 

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Industry Partner Spotlight

JA Food Service provides nutritious, kid-friendly, shelf stable meals that qualify for CACFP & SFSP reimbursable guidelines. They've done the work to make feeding today's youth effortless with their grab and go options, perfect for all your program needs. Visit their website for preview of their breakfast, snack & lunch options. 

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CACFP Professionals Spotlight

Through the CACFP, you're not just serving nutritious meals. You're serving your community. Join Evelyn Lopez and Quandra Greene in obtaining your CACFP Professional certification to ensure that you have the opportunities you need to grow.

Infant Formula Shortage Guidance for Providers

USDA FNS has developed the following Questions and Answers to support CACFP operators and their families during the infant formula shortage.

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Collection of Racial and Ethnic Data

USDA has released a Q&A to address the collection of racial and ethnic data. State agencies and program operators may not collect racial or ethnic data simply by looking at participants. Instead, State agencies and program operators should use methods that are based on self-identification and self-reporting. A best practice for this would be obtaining the information from parents or guardians or adult participants.

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Facebook Trending

Join the #NationalCACFP community on Facebook for crafts, snacks and other clever ideas shared daily. Get a dose of what's in the news, policy changes and CACFP-specific issues. Resources, printables, partner resources and more!

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Fourth of July Crossword Activity Page

Download, print and share this Independence Day-themed crossword puzzle for free.

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Share Your ECE Technology Use

Childcare providers have the opportunity to participate in an online survey about the use of digital technology in health education for children, provider training and family engagement. Participants will be entered for a chance to win $100 prizes.

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Featured Member Resource

If you're an NCA member, be sure to check out our Independence Day activity page. It includes a recipe, craft and physical activity. This is also a great resource to send home with participants. 

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