Rudy's Hand Pies

Need an on-the-go lunch option? Try out our new recipe created in partnership with Sesame Street in Communities. Make sure you have the proper documentation for your lunch meat of choice to fill these delicious hand pies.

· Recipe: Rudy's Hand Pies

· Meal Pattern Minute: Product Formulation Statements

Advocacy Round-Up

CACFP advocacy is central to the mission of National CACFP Sponsors Association, and NCA is continuously working to support and advocate for you! This next year, we will keep up this important work. Will you join us in advocating for the CACFP?

· NCA FY24 Accomplishments

· Learn How You Can Advocate

Discover Festive Flavors for the Holiday Season

Reduce the sweets and turn every celebration into a healthy feast that kids will love. We're hosting a free webinar on Thursday, October 24, where you'll discover creative and nutritious ideas for holiday and special occasions that are #CACFPCreditable.

· Register Today

Upcoming Virtual Events

· Free Webinar: CACFP Professional Certification Program Overview (October 16)

· Free Webinar: NCA Membership 101 (October 17)

· Annual CACFP Training FY25 (October 29)

· Menu Planning Boot Camp (November 20-21)

CACFP & SFSP Area Eligibility Data Now Available

At the start of every fiscal year, USDA's FNS releases a special tabulation of data provided by the Census Bureau for CACFP and SFSP that establishes area eligibility in the CACFP and SFSP. The data are effective as of October 1, 2024. The FNS mapping tools have also been updated to reflect the new data.

· See the Map

Fun Freebies

· Motivation Moment Poster

· Free Activity Page: Pumpkin Dot-to-Dot

Industry Partner Spotlight

At National Pork Board (NPB), they are driven to meet consumer expectations guided by pork producers. They aspire to do what is right for people, pigs and the planet. NPB leads as a catalyst and connector to add value and build trust among those who produce, process, sell and consume pork worldwide. They are agile and accountable to clearly define current priorities, and they prepare and lead the industry into an ever-changing future. They are dedicated to understanding and meeting the needs of U.S. pork stakeholders. Empowered by the Pork Act and Order, they achieve their strategic objectives through promotion, research and education.