Last Wednesday, the President signed a bill to reopen the government, which ensures that funding is in place for several government agencies and critical food and nutrition services until September 30, 2026. Please visit and bookmark our blog for further updates.

Weekly Celebrations

Thanksgiving is coming up in a few short weeks, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate with #CACFPCreditable options. Try out USDA's recipe for Turkey Sausage with Cran-Apple Topping for a delicious Thanksgiving-themed breakfast! But what about foods like pumpkin pie? Could that be served in the CACFP?

· Recipe: Turkey Sausage with Cran-Apple Topping

· Meal Pattern Minute: Pumpkin Pie

· Free Thanksgiving Activity Pages

· Member Resource: Thanksgiving Activity Page

Executive Committee Updates in the Board of Directors

NCA's Board of Directors has elected three members to serve in roles on its Executive Committee. Deborah Gillison-Wilson was elected to a three-year term where she will serve as the Chair-Elect for FY26, the Board Chair for FY27 and the Immediate Past Chair for FY28. Additionally, Beth Carlton and Kate Abernathy were selected for two-year terms as the Treasurer and Secretary, respectively.

· Read More on Our Blog

Strengthen Your Head Start Program

The CACFP Head Start Boot Camp is back with more sessions designed to give you practical tools and fresh inspiration. Join us on Zoom on Thursday, December 4 and earn up to 6.5 Continuing Education Units. Standard registration ends this Thursday, November 20 - save your spot before the price increases!

· Register Today

More Upcoming Virtual Events

· Free Webinar: Medical Statements: Updates & Guidance (December 18)

· Members-Only Webinar: Milk in the CACFP Q&A (January 9)

· Crediting Recipes Step-by-Step (January 15)

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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