Posts Tagged ‘cacfp’
National CACFP Week 2026 Recognized Nationwide
This March, National CACFP Week earned recognition at every level of government, from Congress to state capitals and local districts. The annual education and information campaign, sponsored by the National CACFP Association (NCA), is observed each year during the third week of March and highlights the vital role the USDA’s Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) plays in combating hunger and promoting nutrition.
Read MoreSponsor Spotlight: Sloane Pittman with Child Nutrition Program
Sponsor Spotlight: Sloane Pittman with Child Nutrition Program Sponsor of At-Risk Afterschool, Child Care Centers and Family Child Care Homes Back to Member Showcase Back to Member Showcase March 23, 2026 Sloane Pittman is CEO of Child Nutrition Program (CNP), a CACFP sponsoring organization in North Carolina. Sloane is the third generation of her family…
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Crediting Fruits
How are fruits measured and credited in the CACFP?
Read MoreSponsor Spotlight: Lisa Lyons of The Planning Council
Sponsor Spotlight: Lisa Lyons of The Planning Council Sponsor of Family Child Care Homes and Child Care Centers Back to Member Showcase Back to Member Showcase March 16, 2026 Lisa Lyons is the CACFP Director for The Planning Council, a human services organization that provides various services for children and families. Some of their programs…
Read MoreNational CACFP Association to Host Provider Day Celebration for Child Care Providers
The National CACFP Association will host Provider Day, a free virtual event for child care providers, on Saturday, May 16, 2026. The event takes place during Provider Appreciation Month and during the association’s 40th anniversary year.
Read MoreCACFP Improves Diet Quality of Children and Reduces Sugar Consumption
Back to Blog Back to Blog CACFP Improves Diet Quality of Children and Reduces Sugar Consumption March 12, 2026 The USDA’s Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) provides “nutritious foods that contribute to the wellness, healthy growth and development of young children.” Limiting sugar in children’s diets is an accepted recommendation within the scientific…
Read MoreBoost Your Program with Social Media
Social media is a simple and low-cost way to share the great things happening in your program. You can post about healthy meals, celebrate staff and children, or show your involvement in the CACFP. This Mealtime Memo from our partners at ICN provides creative ideas to engage with families while promoting the high-quality work your program does every day.
Read MoreLate Registration Opens for National Child Nutrition Conference 2026
Late registration is now open for the 2026 National Child Nutrition Conference (NCNC26), the largest annual gathering of professionals dedicated to supporting the Child and Adult Care Food Program and the Summer Food Service Program. Late registration will be available through March 24, 2026. The conference will take place April 13–17, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Read MoreNational CACFP Association Announces Speakers for 40th Annual National Child Nutrition Conference
The National CACFP Association proudly announces the general session speakers for the 40th annual National Child Nutrition Conference (NCNC), bringing national leadership and powerful inspiration to this milestone event. The conference will take place April 13-17, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada, convening child and adult nutrition professionals from across the country.
Read MoreSponsoring Organizations: Key Players in Ensuring Federal Program Integrity
The CACFP is administered as a public-private partnership between the USDA, State agencies and sponsoring organizations to ensure nutritious meals and snacks are served to children and adults in care. Learn more about the role of the sponsoring organization in maintaining federal program integrity.
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