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Barriers to CACFP Participation

By mckenzie@cacfp.org | December 2, 2022 |

Front page of study, named Providing Meals in Early Childhood Settings with image of a young boy eating a snack and smiling

Back to Blog Back to Blog Barriers to CACFP Participation December 2, 2022 Providing Meals in Early Childhood Settings report Hunger Free Vermont conducted a statewide survey of early childhood programs in late 2021, seeking to understand what barriers early childhood providers face when it comes to providing food to program participants. The Providing Meals…

Pumpkins, Squash and Gourds: 10 Autumn Recipes for CACFP Sites

By chloe@cacfp.org | October 27, 2022 |

Enjoy these CACFP creditable recipes featuring pumpkins, butternut squash, and acorn squash. These vegetables are in-season in autumn and highlighting them this time of year can aid in local food procurement as well as maximizing their flavor and nutritional benefits. Even better, they’re festive and fun for fall holidays! Check out our list for ten pumpkin and gourd CACFP recipes.

National Farm to School Month

By mckenzie@cacfp.org | October 6, 2022 |

October is National Farm to School Month, a time to celebrate the connections happening all over the country between children and local food.

Survey Review: 2021 National Farm to Early Care and Education Survey

By sam@cacfp.org | September 22, 2022 |

This is a broad overview of the newly published findings of the 2021 study conducted by the National Farm to School Network and Michigan State University’s Center for Regional Food Systems. Read the complete report for an in-depth look at their findings.

Resources for Autumn Fun at Your CACFP Site

By sam@cacfp.org | August 18, 2022 |

A group of young children sit in a row on stacked hay bales holding pumpkins. They wear bright clothes and make silly faces.

Our top recommendations for ways to celebrate autumn at your CACFP site, from fall-themed recipes to autumn books and crafts.

2022 CACFP Virtual Summit

By brittany@cacfp.org | August 11, 2022 |

Looking for food program training? Join us each day from your home, your office, or your home office between 11:30 am – 3:00 pm Eastern.
We’re bringing you workshops on nutrition, program administration, operations, financial and nonprofit management, and more!

CACFP Inspire: Lina Lane’s Learning Center

By sam@cacfp.org | August 3, 2022 |

Edelina Lane works on her CACFP garden with CACFP child participants

Edelina Lane has executed the CACFP with distinction and success since starting her childcare business in 2010.

CACFP Convening: White Paper and NCA Letter Submitted to White House

By mckenzie@cacfp.org | August 2, 2022 |

NCA has compiled feedback and policy priorities into a paper for the White House Conference, along with a letter addressing the Biden-Harris Administration.