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CACFP Regulations & Guidance

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USDA Announces Child Nutrition Nationwide Waivers for School Year 2021-2022

April 20, 2021

To support successful school reopening, and to promote afterschool and child care, FNS announces a new suite of Child Nutrition Program nationwide waivers and flexibilities.

Q&A Regarding Child Nutrition Program Oversight, Administration, and Reporting During COVID-19

April 19, 2021

This memo furthers answer questions regarding CNP oversight, administration and reporting during Covid-19.

Expanded CACFP Meal Access for Young Adults in Emergency Shelters

April 12, 2021

CACFP meals served to young adults under the age of 25 in emergency shelters now eligible for reimbursement.

Child Nutrition Emergency Operational Costs Reimbursement Programs: Q&A #2

March 15, 2021

FNS has released Q&As addressing questions regarding the implementation plan template, the payment calculation formula, and other topics.

State Agency Guidance on CACFP Emergency Funds

February 1, 2021

State agencies have until February 25, 2021 to opt in and submit their application and implementation plan to FNS based on the guidance for the distribution of the CACFP Emergency Funds.