We are continuing to monitor the government shutdown and its impact on the CACFP. As your trusted partner, we'll keep you informed with timely updates. Please bookmark our blog for future updates.

Weekly Celebrations

October 26 is National Pumpkin Day! Try out our #CACFPCreditable recipe, and have some fun with a free activity page. Did you know that pumpkins are botanically considered a fruit, but credit as a vegetable in the CACFP? Learn more about this in our Meal Pattern Minute.

· Recipe: Pumpkin Bread (6, 25 or 50 Servings)

· Free Activity Page: Patch Up the Pumpkin

· MyPlate Resource: Pumpkin 5 Ways

· Meal Pattern Minute: Crediting Pumpkins, Tomatoes and Avocados

Save Your Spot in Las Vegas

Advance Registration is now open for the 2026 National Child Nutrition Conference! Join us in Las Vegas, April 13-17, to celebrate our 40th Anniversary and connect with child nutrition professionals from across the country.

· Register for as Low as $499

· Explore the Conference Brochure

Level Up Your Career as a CACFP Professional

You may already qualify for your CACP Professional designation. Join us for a free webinar on Thursday, November 6, to learn how to take the next steps in earning your CCNP or CMP. You'll also hear from professionals who have earned their badge and learn firsthand why it matters to them.

· Register Today

More Upcoming Virtual Events

· Free for Members: Diabetes: Food for Thought (November 4)

· Free Webinar: Sweet Changes Ahead: Preparing for CACFP's Added Sugar Rules (November 6, Evening Session)

· Annual CACFP Training FY26 (November 13)

· Free Webinar: Creditable or Not? Ask a Nutritionist (November 18)

Do You Know Providers Not on the Food Program?

The CACFP provides healthy meals and snacks to over 4.5 million children and adults, and we want to see that number continue to grow! If you know providers who are not on the food program yet, forward this email or share these links! We're hosting a webinar on October 29 so they can learn all about the CACFP and how they can start getting reimbursed for the meals and snacks that they're serving.

· Webinar: Why Participate in the CACFP? Discover the Power of the Food Program

· Find a Sponsor

· Learn More About the CACFP

Industry Partner Spotlight

Choice Partners national purchasing cooperative offers procurement and contract solutions to meet government purchasing requirements. Choice Ca$h, their rebate program, is available to members that report their contract usage. Choice Partners national cooperative includes facility, food/cafeteria, supply, service and technology contracts.