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Collection of Race and Ethnicity Data Q&A #2

FNS issued this memorandum to provide further clarification on earlier published guidance documents regarding the collection of race and ethnicity data. In addition, this guidance includes examples of challenges Program operators may encounter and best practices that may be used to collect race and ethnicity data for the CACFP and SFSP.

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Preventing Illness with Handwashing and Glove Use

Hands can harbor unseen germs that can contaminate food and surfaces and ultimately make people sick. They can also transfer allergens to allergen-free foods. The good news is that proper handwashing and glove use are simple yet effective practices that can help prevent the spread of foodborne illness and allergen contamination. ICN’s mealtime memo provides information on when and how to wash hands to avoid illness.

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Who’s Getting Food to Children Outside of School?

During the school year, 28.5 million children rely on a school-provided lunch each day. The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is undoubtedly a crucial source of nutritious meals for school-aged children. But where do children get meals before they are old enough to attend school? And, where do school-aged children get meals when the school day is over or when school is cancelled? The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) operates alongside NSLP to provide an encompassing meal service throughout all stages of childhood (infant, toddler, preschooler, school-aged).

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Farm to ECE Federal Funding Guide 

Funding is a necessary resource to build up and carry out farm to early care and education (ECE) activities. There are a variety of funding sources that states, localities, and organizations have leveraged to support the purchase of culturally relevant local foods; gardening and food tastings; and food, nutrition, and agricultural education for ECE sites.

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