What is The Child and Adult Care Food Program?

• The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a federally funded program that promotes good health and nutrition for children in child care. The CACFP provides money to registered child care homes to help pay for nutritious meals and snacks served to children.

What are the Benefits of the Child and Adult Care Food Program?

• Child care providers programs receive a monthly reimbursement check for meals and snacks served
• Child care providers and programs receive nutrition education and support services from the CACFP sponsoring agency, which helps maintain a quality child care environment.
• Children receive balanced, nutritious meals and snacks.
• Children develop a positive attitude about food, and nutritious food habits that last a lifetime.
• Parents benefit by knowing their child is receiving balanced meals and snacks.
• Parents do not have to pay for the cost of the meals and snacks served