2026 Financial Management

Let’s be honest: most of us in child nutrition are here to feed kids, not crunch numbers. Navigating finances doesn’t have to be scary! Learn how to boost your financial confidence, track the key numbers and use simple tools to make your budget work for you, while keeping your mission front and center. Get ready for actionable tips, expert strategies and those “aha” moments you’ll bring back to your team!

Gain insight on investigating allegations of non-compliance in the CACFP and SFSP. Learn how to identify red flags during a monitoring review and take home interview techniques, sampling methodologies and best practices which have been instrumental in identifying fraud, waste and abuse in federally funded programs.

Fraud and false claims are difficult topics in the CACFP, but protecting program integrity is essential to ensuring children and adults receive the nutrition support they deserve. State agencies can boost oversight by working with legal counsel, addressing fraud effectively and applying the Serious Deficiency process. Gain tools, templates and strategies for documentation, referrals and collaboration.

Think reviewing bank statements can’t be exciting? Think again! Discover a practical, team-centered approach to the CACFP bank activity review requirement. This toolkit and roadmap offer clear guidance, smart tools and real-world tips to promote transparency, strengthen compliance and make oversight a smoother, more collaborative process for sponsors and State agencies.

You’re already working the food program and are ready to expand to summer feeding. Hear about best practices to ensure proper internal controls for successful financial management and mitigate high risk program areas.

Successfully prepare for the State audit of your sponsoring organization. What are the most common findings during an audit? How can you prepare for them to ensure a successful review? Learn how to identify potentially unexpected problems, streamline documentation and ensure program integrity with confidence so you can make it through a State agency review like a pro.

Are you new to the CACFP or looking for a way to up your game when it comes to Specific Prior Written Approvals (SPWA)? Get a comprehensive overview of the process including insight on the requirements, steps for compliance and best practices for tracking and reporting. Extend your knowledge to ensure adherence to the budgetary regulations for your purchased items or services.

The CACFP is more than a meal program; it’s a powerful tool for growing a successful family child care business. Explore common misconceptions about the CACFP and understand the concept of it as a tool for structure, consistency and professionalism. Discover how to shift your mindset, maximize program benefits and position your participation as a strategic advantage for long-term credibility and growth.