Policy
2022 NCNC USDA Policy Update
During the 2022 Child and Nutrition Conference, the USDA held a policy update session.
Read MoreNational CACFP Week Recognized in Congressional Resolution
Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) and Don Young (R-AK) introduced a bipartisan resolution that will honor caregivers and their efforts to reduce hunger by recognizing National CACFP Week 2022, which is celebrated March 13-19.
Read MoreNCA Joins other Nationwide Organization to Request for the Extension of USDA Nationwide Waiver Authority
The extension of the waivers is needed to continue to provide the needed flexibilities to support providers and sponsors during this ongoing pandemic.
Read MoreCalling for Extension of USDA Nationwide Waiver Authority
Please add your organization name to our national, state and local sign-on letter.
Read MoreUSDA seeks input for the 2023 Family Day Care Home Participation Study
Current and Former CACFP-participating daycare homes are asked to provide feedback. Deadline: February 28, 2022
Read MoreUpdates to the Federal Micro-Purchase Threshold
The changes outlined by FNS may be helpful to program operators experiencing challenges related to supply chain disruptions.
Read MoreEndorse the Early Childhood Nutrition Improvement Act of 2021
Show your organization’s support for an additional/meal or snack in a full day of care as well as other policy priorities.
Read MoreCACFP Flexibilities During COVID-19 Supply Chain Disruptions
FNS has released guidance on current meal pattern flexibilities and opportunities for State agency and sponsoring organization discretion while monitoring meal pattern compliance during COVID-19 supply chain disruptions.
Read MoreQ&As for Child Nutrition Program Operations in School Year 2021-2022, Q&A #2
FNS has provided clarification on questions related to Child Nutrition Program operations during school year 2021-2022.
Read MoreWebinar: Ask USDA: Next Steps for Emergency Funding
The USDA discusses the Child Nutrition Emergency Operational Cost Reimbursement Program.
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