Snack Attack

Try out these #CACFPCreditable snack combinations when you plan your next grocery trip:

Rice cakes and nut butter

Pumpkin bread and peach slices

Roasted chickpeas and kiwi

Quartered green grapes and ham slices

Chicken salad and tortilla bread

· Meal Pattern Minute: Quick Breads

New Institutions' Participation in the CACFP

USDA issued guidance encouraging State agencies to strengthen their review of organizations seeking to participate in the CACFP. While directed at State agencies, this guidance offers valuable insight for organizations considering CACFP sponsorship.

· Read More on Our Blog

Explore NCA's Policy Priorities and Advocacy Efforts

Discover how we're working to strengthen the CACFP through strategic advocacy during this free webinar on Thursday, November 12. Join NCA President, Alexia Thex, and Senior Policy and Outreach Specialist, McKenzie Brunner, as they'll help you gain a deeper understanding of the policies we're advocating for and how they could impact the CACFP in the upcoming year.

· Register for Free

More Upcoming Virtual Events

· Meal Pattern in Practice CACFP Boot Camp (November 19)

· Free for Members - Marketing Your Sponsorship: Understanding Your Audience & Communicating Your Value (December 1)

· Out of the Vault - CN Labels & PFS Made Simple (December 15)

Take a Guided Tour of the 2027 CACFP Nutrition Calendar

Have you purchased next year's nutrition calendar: Healthy Planet, Healthy Kids? Join this free webinar on Monday, November 9, to discover how to make the most of every page and the training program that comes with it. Learn how you can inspire healthy habits for both children and the planet.

· Register Today

Member Showcase

Anglene Joe helps ensure that children across one of the largest tribal nations in the United States have access to healthy meals, cultural connections and the foundation they need to thrive. She serves as the Health and Nutrition Specialist for the Navajo Nation Tribal Government Head Start and oversees 53 Head Start and Early Head Start centers across Arizona, New Mexico and Utah.

· Get to Know Anglene

Industry Partner Spotlight

Tasty Brands began in 2009 with a vision to transform K-12 school dining, starting from founder Dave Horowitz’s attic. With dedication to quality and service, they grew into a leading partner in food service, crafting unique, high-quality items. Now expanding into retail, their commitment to great taste, value, and safety continues, satisfying appetites nationwide. Welcome to Tasty Brands—where every bite is an adventure.