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CACFP Inspire: Jessica Coleman of Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens in Virginia
Jessica Coleman is the children’s day care supervisor and CACFP manager at Generations, an intergenerational daycare in Virginia.
Read MoreCACFP Inspire: Lorinda Duffy of Red Cliff Band Early Childhood Center
Lorinda Duffy, or Lori as her colleagues know her, manages the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and is the head cook at the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Early Childhood Center (ECC).
Read More10 Child Care Friendly Halloween Ideas for Your CACFP Site
It can be a challenge for child care providers to strike a balance between celebrating this holiday and avoiding sugary treats and scary imagery. So, here are ten ideas for a fun Halloween that are more silly than spooky.
Read MoreScholarships Available to Power of the Food Program, Introduction to the CACFP
Announcing a powerhouse event to learn how the CACFP contributes to nutrition security and why child care providers should participate.
Read MoreNCA Commits to National Strategy to Reduce Hunger
The National CACFP Sponsors Association made a stakeholder commitment in support of the National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition and Health.
Read MoreCACFP Inspire: Andrea Rivera of Christian Military Academy, Puerto Rico
With experience and credentials like hers, it’s no surprise that the Food and Nutrition Services office selected Andrea Rivera to create a new community food service program at the start of the pandemic.
Read MoreActivity Inspiration: Flight Charades
Fall is an inviting time to get outside and experience the crisp air. Take your kids out for a fun game of flight charades to get their wiggles out and stretch their imaginations.
Read MoreRecap: White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health
On September 28 we attended the historic Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health, and found that the CACFP is at the heart of the conversation.
Read MoreCACFP Resources and Ideas for Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is celebrated in the United States on the second Monday of October. This holiday celebrates Native American peoples and gives honor to their histories and cultures. Many tribes are represented in the CACFP, and this can be an exciting day to dive into indigenous-centered media, foods and crafts!
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Crediting Coconut
Coconut is so versatile! You can eat it fresh or shredded, and there’s even coconut water and coconut milk. So, is this jack-of-all-trades fruit creditable in the CACFP?
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