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September 28, 2021 eNews
| As National Whole Grains Month comes to a close, we want to share a number of wonderful resources that we have available on our website that will not only help you serve whole grain-rich foods to the children and adults in your care, but also gain more experience in using ounce equivalents to credit the grains component. |
Brown Rice PilafIf you're looking for a new whole grain-rich recipe, give this brown rice pilaf from USDA a try. One cup provides 1 oz eq grains and 1/4 cup vegetable. Spinach and cranberries not only make this side dish nutritious, but also a colorful addition to any #CACFPCreditable meal. Download the Recipe for 6, 25 and 50 Servings |  |
Calculating Single-Serving Packages of Grains in the CACFPIf you're serving packages of grain-based snacks in your program, make sure you know how to credit them using ounce equivalents. This worksheet from USDA contains a handy measuring chart for common single-serving packaged grain items. Download the Worksheet in English and Spanish |  |
Identifying Whole Grain-RichUnsure of whether a grain that you're serving qualifies as whole grain-rich? Download our eight-page guide to learn all about whole grains, what ingredients to look for on the nutrition label, and other methods to identify whole grain-rich foods. |  |
Adding Whole Grains to Your MenuGet training on whole grains and earn Continuing Education in the process! This webinar from USDA's Thirty on Thursdays series is one of many free sessions in our Learning Center that can help you navigate the CACFP meal pattern requirements like a pro. |  |
CACFP Professionals ShoutoutEmpower yourself with the knowledge that comes with a CACFP Professional Certification and join Victoria Carden and Kaity Altu by applying for your CMP or CCNP.
Are you looking to showcase your knowledge and experience as a child nutrition professional? Be Like Victoria and Kaity: Get Your Professional Certification Today |
No Kid Hungry Grant OpportunitiesShare Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign is seeking eight champions who will help to further their work to expand access to summer and afterschool meals through the Summer Food Service Program and the CACFP At-Risk Afterschool Meals Program. The Champions will be featured by No Kid Hungry and their work amplified as models for summer and afterschool meals. |  |
Scholarships Available for Providers' Day Saturday SummitWe're giving away 100 scholarships for CACFP providers to attend the Providers' Day Saturday Summit for free. Apply by Thursday, October 7 at 2 pm ET; winners will be announced on Monday, October 11. |  |
Featured Member ResourceIf you're an NCA member, you have access to bonus activity pages from past calendars, located on our toolkits page. Log into your Info Hub to download this coloring page and popcorn mix recipe. |  |
Buyer's GuideGet resources from child nutrition community organizations, find easy-to-order food and supplies, and learn about companies who can provide solutions to your CACFP & SFSP operations. |  |
Grains Dot-to-DotDownload this free activity sheet for a quick and fun dot-to-dot and coloring page. |  |