Weekly Celebrations

September 15 - October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month! Try out our #CACFPCreditable recipe for Patatas Bravas, a traditional Spanish dish, and learn more about how you can celebrate the month with our on-demand webinar. The webinar includes a handout with 12 more recipes that you can use in your menu planning! September 22 is also the first day of fall, so enjoy our Happy Autumn activity page.

· Recipe: Patatas Bravas

· On-Demand Webinar: Sabor y Cultura: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (Includes Free Handout)

· Free Activity Page: Happy Autumn

White House Releases Make Our Children Healthy Again Strategy

Last week, the White House released the Make Our Children Healthy Again Strategy Report, which outlines actions to be taken by the executive branch to address the childhood chronic disease crisis. The strategy includes actions related to Child Nutrition Programs, primarily school meals. The report does highlight how the CACFP can be operated in partnership with Head Start and child care subsidy programs to promote healthy eating in child care settings. NCA will continue to monitor the implementation of strategies impacting CNPs.

· Read More on Our Blog

Explore the Pasta-bilities in the CACFP

Pasta is more than a pantry staple; it's a versatile ingredient that kids love and CACFP providers can use creatively. Join us on Tuesday, October 7, to discover best practices for preparing and crediting different types of pasta, and get inspiration for kid-approved, budget-friendly recipes to add to your menu. This webinar is free for NCA members.

· Register Today

More Upcoming Virtual Events

· Free Webinar: Sweet Changes Ahead: Preparing for CACFP's Sugar Rules (September 18)

· Farm to CACFP Boot Camp (September 24)

· Free Webinar: Why NCA Membership Matters (September 30)

· Super Snacks: Power Up Afterschool Supper (October 9)

Farm to School Grants Available

USDA has opened applications for the FY2026 Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grants. USDA will be awarding up to $18 million through this grant opportunity. The application deadline is December 5, 2025. Visit the FY 2026 Farm to School Grant Program website to check your eligibility and access the request for application.

· Learn More and Apply

Facebook Trending

Join the National CACFP community on Facebook for crafts, snacks and other clever ideas shared daily. Get a dose of what's in the news, policy changes and CACFP-specific issues. Resources, printables and more!

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· Join the CACFP Community Facebook Group

Industry Partner Spotlight

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