Snack Attack

Check out these #CACFPCreditable snack combinations when you plan your next grocery trip:

Strawberries and granola

Whole grain-rich pita and papaya

Kiwi and Jicama

Bagel and blueberries

Tuna and crackers

Whole Grain Resources

September is National Whole Grains Month. Here are some useful resources about whole grains and whole grain-rich foods.

· USDA Resource: Adding Whole Grains to Your CACFP Menu (English/Spanish)

· NCA Resource: Identifying Grain Ingredients

· Webinar: Identifying Whole Grain-Rich in the CACFP

Final Rule: Child Nutrition Program Integrity

In August, USDA released a final rule on Child Nutrition Program Integrity. The final rule aims to ensure that CNPs are properly operated and managed by increasing oversight and accountability. Wondering what the Final Rule means to you? Read our summary blog, and NCA members can register for our webinar to review the new provisions along with an opportunity for Q&A.

· Learn More on Our Blog

· Register for Webinar (Members Only)

More Upcoming Virtual Events

· Free Webinar: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in the CACFP (September 14)

· Free Webinar: 2024 Nutrition Calendar & Record Keeping System: Making the Most of Your Membership Benefit (September 19)

· CACFP Head Start Boot Camp (September 26-28)

· Free Webinar: Exploring Fall Foods: Recipes & More! (October 4)

Congratulations to These CACFP Professionals

Candidates with the CACFP Professional designation stand out among the crowd. If you're looking to enhance your professional image, check out our Certification Program. You may already qualify!

Industry Partner Spotlight

General Mills serves the world by making food the world loves. In your careers, you work every day to nourish children’s lives and help to create healthy eating habits that last a lifetime. They share the very same goals and believe food should make us better, bring us joy and nourish our lives. General Mills is proud to offer CACFP creditable products in both retail and foodservice from brands kids know and love! Whole grain-rich cereal like Kix™, Cheerios™, and Chex™, and low fat and fat free yogurt like Yoplait® Original yogurt are just a few of their creditable products. You can find a list of General Mills CACFP creditable products and resources available to help you develop menus at www.bellinstitute.com/audiences/childcare.