2026 NCNC

Kickstart healthy eating habits with practical strategies for starting solids to babies, focusing on timing, baby-led feeding and supporting children with special feeding needs. Review common challenges, including misconceptions about cereals, strategies for introducing new foods and the impact of social media on feeding practices. Access handouts to guide effective feeding practices and resources.

Tired of managing CACFP paperwork and manual reports? KidKare by Minute Menu takes the process digital by simplifying claims, compliance and recordkeeping for state agencies, sponsors and their sites. With 30+ years serving the CACFP community, we help save time, boost accuracy and keep you audit ready. Plus, explore Parachute, the only child care management solution that seamlessly integrates with the food program.

In an ever-changing environment, nonprofit leaders must anticipate challenges and seize opportunities to ensure their organizations remain resilient and mission focused. Explore practical scenario planning and revenue diversification strategies that support financial sustainability. Engage in interactive discussions and examples to identify key questions for scenario planning.

Get hands-on experience with ELV’s Alliance CREDIBLE system. Learn to streamline CACFP compliance, automate meal planning, link attendance with meal countsand generate accurate claims and reports. Explore live demos, guided exercises and receive real-time support from ELV experts.

Frustrated with menus that look good on paper but bust your food budget? Get insider tips to reduce food costs and discover how small changes can have a big impact on spending. Develop skills to balance compliance, cost savings and efficiency so you can serve nutritious meals without wasting time, money or food.