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Registration for NCNC26 is Now Open!
Registration for NCNC26 is now open! Get ready for our 40th Anniversary – five days of training, networking and fun.
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Peanut Butter Spreads
Are peanut butter spreads creditable in the CACFP?
Read MoreQuarterly Policy Update: October 2025
In the last few months, there have been many actions by USDA, HHS, and Congress impacting Child Nutrition Programs. Keep reading to see what you’ve missed and stay up to date with CACFP policy!
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Dietary Supplements in Smoothies
Can a dietary supplement be added to a smoothie in the CACFP?
Read MoreMonitoring the Government Shutdown
We are closely monitoring the potential government shutdown on October 1 and its impact on the CACFP. As your trusted partner, we’ll keep you informed with timely updates.
Read MoreNational CACFP Association Welcomes Newly Elected Board Members
The National CACFP Association (NCA) is proud to announce the election of three distinguished professionals to its Board of Directors, each bringing decades of experience, dedication and leadership to the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
Read MoreFY26 Area Eligibility Map Updated
Back to Blog Back to Blog FY26 Area Eligibility Map Updated September 29, 2025 USDA announced that the CACFP and SFSP Area Eligibility Mapper has been updated for fiscal year 2026. Why It Matters Census data and school data are the two primary sources that may be used to determine whether a site is area…
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Offer Versus Serve
What is Offer Versus Serve?
Read MoreNational CACFP Association Celebrates a Year of Advocacy, Education, and Community Impact in FY25
The National CACFP Association (NCA), a leading national organization supporting the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) community since 1986, released its FY25 Year in Review, highlighting its ongoing impact in advocacy, education and community-building.
Read MoreSponsor Spotlight: Maria Rincon of EOAC Head Start
Maria Rincon is the Nutrition Manager for the Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation (EOAC). Hear how she and her team ensure nutritious meals to over 500 infants and children through their Head Start centers.
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