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Rural Non-Congregate in Action: Best Practices for Grab & Go Sites

What does it take to run a high-impact grab and go meal program in the most remote communities? Explore lessons learned from real-world grab and go implementations with vended meals at rural non-congregate sites. Learn how to get started, key watchouts and best practices to ensure smooth operations and successful outcomes.  

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Behind the Scenes of the 2015 Paperwork Reduction Report

Take a closer look at the development of the 2015 CACFP Paperwork Reduction Report and the process behind identifying, analyzing and recommending strategies to simplify administrative requirements. This session outlines how the report was created, what informed its recommendations and how those findings continue to shape discussions on reducing burden within the CACFP today.

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Shaping the Future of the CACFP

Join the NCA policy team for an overview of the current CACFP policy landscape and the latest updates influencing the program. This interactive session invites attendees to share perspectives, ask questions, and provide feedback to help inform ongoing policy discussions and future priorities.

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Healthy Habits Outdoors: Nutrition and Play in Child Care

What if the outdoors could be your most powerful teaching tool? Create healthy, engaging outdoor spaces that support wellness and meet CACFP nutrition standards. Connect gardening, outdoor meals, active play and rest to daily routines that foster lifelong healthy habits for children in care.

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Serving Afterschool Meals Makes Cents

Did you know that federal funding is available to help cover the cost of afterschool snacks and suppers served at sites? This program, which has been available since 2010, is a key way to draw down reimbursement and support your overall operations. Learn about emerging trends and opportunities to get started!

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Food for Good: Maximizing Your Vendor Relationship

PepsiCo’s Food for Good (FFG) program is more than just a meal provider. They are a partner committed to helping you deliver nutritious, innovative and cost-effective meals that kids love. Learn how FFG can support your summer, afterschool and year-round programs with customizable solutions, operational expertise and a shared mission to nourish every child.

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Non-Congregate Summer Meals: Learnings and Expansion Opportunities

No Kid Hungry conducted extensive research with families, sponsors and agencies involved in non-congregate summer meal service. Gain insights from hundreds of participants and operators over the first three years of nationwide implementation reveal promising practices and opportunities to expand this innovative summer meal option even further.  

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The Future of School Meals: Innovation and Student Engagement

What if school lunch was the best part of a student’s day? Explore creative strategies to modernize school cafeterias, enhance meal appeal and increase student participation. From smart tech solutions to student-led innovations and emerging nutrition trends, uncover what’s next for school food and how your district can lead the way.

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