Vegan and Plant-Forward Resources

November is World Vegan Month, which practices eliminating animal products in the diet. This includes foods like eggs and dairy products, while the term "plant-forward" puts the focus on these same kinds of plant-based foods but does not necessarily exclude them. We have plenty of plant-forward options on our Recipes and Menus page, many of which are also vegan friendly.

· Recipe: Red Bean Curry

· Meal Pattern Minute: Crediting Beans

· USDA Resource: Grow It, Like It, Try It - Fruit and Veggie Drawings

· Free Activity Page: Vegetable Medley

· Members-Only Resource: Plant-Forward Cycle Menu

Take Action This Week!

Great news! Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, a longtime Friend of CACFP, introduced the Early Childhood Nutrition Improvement Act of 2023 along with Congressman Marc Molinaro. This bipartisan legislation would allow providers that are open for more than 8 hours to be reimbursed for an additional meal.

· Learn More on Our Blog

· Send a Letter to Your Representative

Feeding Infants in the CACFP

The act of feeding is one of the most complex tasks in the first year of life. Join us for our next Boot Camp on December 6, which is focused solely on Feeding Infants in the #CACFP. You can earn up to 6 hours of Continuing Education Units for attending, with on-demand access through December 13.

· Check Out the Sessions and Register

More Upcoming Virtual Events

· Free Webinar: Crafting Winter Memories: Activities & Recipes (November 2)

· Annual CACFP Training FY24 (November 8)

· Free Webinar: Policy Basics: Understanding Laws, Regulations and Rulemaking (November 9)

· Free to Members: Q&A with our Nutritionist (November 14)

Share Your CACFP Experience in This Nationwide Survey

Want to make your voice heard about how to make CACFP work better for child care programs and families? We want to hear from you! Participate in a nationwide survey of CACFP Sponsors and Providers being conducted by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health for a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card! Our goals are to collect YOUR recommendations for policymakers on CACFP based on YOUR experiences.

· Take the Survey

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Industry Partner Spotlight

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