Honoring Our 2026 Friend of CACFP
At the 2026 National Child Nutrition Conference, NCA was proud to announce U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) as the 2026 Friend of CACFP Award recipient. Senator Blumenthal has championed child nutrition legislation to support CACFP operators and expand nutrition access for children and adults in care settings.
· Read About Senator Blumenthal's Commitment to Child Nutrition
Weekly Celebrations
April is National Soy Foods Month. Try out our #CACFPCreditable recipe for Sticky BBQ Tempeh and watch our Meal Pattern Minute to learn more about how to credit this soy-based food. We've also got a fun coloring page to celebrate the Spring season.
Get the Facts on Creditable Milk Alternatives
Not all "milk" is equal in the CACFP. Join us for a FREE webinar on Thursday, April 30, as we'll break down what types of milks are creditable, what meets the nutrition profile for cow's milk, and why some popular non-dairy beverages don't make the cut. This session is a helpful introduction to milk substitutions, which we'll dive deeper into during our Special Diets Boot Camp on June 17.
Build Healthy Habits in 2027
The CACFP Nutrition Calendar and Training Program is the perfect resource for any CACFP operator. The theme for 2027 is Healthy Planet, Healthy Kids. Each month of the calendar features a simple, creditable recipe, along with a nutrition note, table craft and physical activity relating to the month's theme.
Member Showcase
Northeast Iowa Community Action Corporation provides services to support individuals through all stages of life, which includes serving as a CACFP sponsor to 35 family child care homes and 10 Head Start classrooms. Learn how Rebecca Phillips, their CACFP Coordinator, plays a direct role in an integral program, working directly with providers and the children they serve.
