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Urgent Action Needed from CACFP Community: Good News from the Hill

Elyse Homel Vitale

Jun 22, 20222 min read

Urgent Action Needed from CACFP Community: Good News from the Hill

CACFP Roundtable commends Congress on their bipartisan effort to ensure children continue to be fed in schools and child care

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Karen Madamba

Jun 16, 20226 min read

Heart of Food with Care: Laura Diaz

For the second post in the blog series "Heart of Food with Care," we introduce Laura Diaz, a family child care provider.

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NEW USDA Q&A: Race and Ethnicity Determination in CACFP and SFSP

Samantha Marshall

Jun 14, 20221 min read

NEW USDA Q&A: Race and Ethnicity Determination in CACFP and SFSP

On June 13th, 2022, USDA FNS shared with state agencies questions and answers regarding the 2021 Collection of Race and Ethnicity Data by...

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Add CACFP to the Narrative of the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health

Samantha Marshall

Jun 14, 20221 min read

Add CACFP to the Narrative of the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health

The White House is taking steps to eradicate hunger and dietary issues that are pervasive in our country. They're listening to everyone....

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Samantha Marshall

Jun 10, 20221 min read

June Nutrition Edition is Here!

What's inside the June 2022, Issue 129, Nutrition Edition? Take a look! Think Outside the Bread Box Cultural Cuisines - Philippines What...

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USDA: Extend Area Eligibility Waiver for CACFP

Elyse Homel Vitale

Jun 9, 20221 min read

USDA: Extend Area Eligibility Waiver for CACFP

Now is not the time to strip away funding and resources from child care providers, afterschool programs, and the children and families they

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This Might Be Our Last Chance! Support for Food with Care

Elyse Homel Vitale

Jun 6, 20223 min read

This Might Be Our Last Chance! Support for Food with Care

We've been told decisions about the final state budget are happening RIGHT now and if Food with Care is to get funded this year, we need you

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Heart of Food with Care: Rhanda Ferro Jackson

Karen Madamba

Jun 6, 20226 min read

Heart of Food with Care: Rhanda Ferro Jackson

The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) must do more to meet the needs of child care providers and the children in their care.

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Samantha Marshall

May 25, 20222 min read

Recall on Jif Peanut Butter Products

Yesterday, the Department of Social Services, CACFP Branch, sent out a notification regarding a recall of JIF peanut butter products. It...

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Infant Formula Shortage and Recall Resources

Samantha Marshall

May 18, 20222 min read

Infant Formula Shortage and Recall Resources

Updated 6/10/2022 Below find a compilation of some helpful resources regarding the infant formula shortage emergency. New: CDPH updated...

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Tell Governor Newsom to prioritize Food with Care

Samantha Marshall

May 11, 20221 min read

Tell Governor Newsom to prioritize Food with Care

Sign a petition (link) to urge the Governor to support Food with Care (SB 1481)! Take action today! This week, Governor Newsom will...

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Samantha Marshall

May 6, 20221 min read

Feeding Infants in CACFP Training

In partnership with CDSS, the CACFP Roundtable is pleased to bring you a new training resource on Feeding Infants in CACFP.

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Let's Make a Snack! CACFP Snack Menu Planner for Children 3-18 Years

Samantha Marshall

May 5, 20221 min read

Let's Make a Snack! CACFP Snack Menu Planner for Children 3-18 Years

Let’s Make a Snack! Check out the new Let’s Make a Snack! Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Snack Menu Planner for Children 3...

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Samantha Marshall

May 5, 20221 min read

May Nutrition Edition is Here!

What's inside the May 2022, Issue 128 Nutrition Edition? Here you go! Happy Provider Appreciation Day! Cultural Cuisines: Mexico Ideas to...

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SNAP = Categorical Eligibility for Head Start

Samantha Marshall

May 5, 20221 min read

SNAP = Categorical Eligibility for Head Start

"This IM adds SNAP to public assistance to determine recipients as categorically eligible for Head Start programs. Recently, we have...

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Announcing Call for Presentations for the 2022 Annual CACFP Conference!

Samantha Marshall

May 3, 20221 min read

Announcing Call for Presentations for the 2022 Annual CACFP Conference!

CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS The CACFP Roundtable announces its Call for Presentations for the 2022 Annual CACFP Conference. You are invited to...

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CACFP iTrain Simple Lesson Plans from ICN

Samantha Marshall

Apr 28, 20221 min read

CACFP iTrain Simple Lesson Plans from ICN

We've been hearing from the community that some basic training is needed because of high-turnover rates in your programs. The Institute...

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Your Stories: The Heart of Food with Care

Karen Madamba

Apr 27, 20223 min read

Your Stories: The Heart of Food with Care

Your experiences are the most powerful support that can push Food with Care through the legislature. Lead the charge. Have your voice heard.

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Food with Care (SB 1481) Needs Your Support to Pass Senate Appropriations

Samantha Marshall

Apr 27, 20222 min read

Food with Care (SB 1481) Needs Your Support to Pass Senate Appropriations

(Original post by Jared Call, Nourish California, April 21, 2022. Posted here with permission.) Now that SB 1481 (Becker): Food with Care...

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Climate-Friendly, Plant-Based Meals in Educational Settings: Recording and Resources

Samantha Marshall

Apr 27, 20221 min read

Climate-Friendly, Plant-Based Meals in Educational Settings: Recording and Resources

Friends of the Earth joined us yesterday to talk about climate-friendly, plant-based meals in educational settings. They shared how...

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