USDA Child & Adult Care Food Program

Childcare Assistance · California · Free

CACFP reimburses California child care providers, family child care homes, and after-school programs for nutritious meals served to children—an indirect benefit to mothers whose children attend participating sites. CDE administers CACFP in California, with over 4,000 enrolled providers. Mothers can confirm whether their child's program participates (most quality programs do) and access nutrition standards used to evaluate menus.

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