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Information about the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)

Common Information used by CACFP Participants in the Child and Adult Care Food Program

Summary: Read about and obtain the commonly requested information, data, and forms used by CACFP participants.

Applies to: Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) eligibility data, reimbursement rates, program guidance, CACFP appeal procedures and CACFP forms.

Contents:
  • Posters and Flyers
  • CACFP Reimbursement Rates
  • Annual Renewal FAQs
  • Free and Reduced Lunch Data
  • Income Eligibility Guidelines
  • Child Care Handbook
  • Crediting Guide
  • CACFP Appeal Procedures
  • FAQ about Nutrition Claims
  • Labor Cost Documentation Memorandum
  • Income Eligibility Statement
  • Daily Menu and Food Service Record
  • Voluntary Closure Form
  • CACFP Compliance Review Checklist for Institutions FY 2014
Posters and Flyers

The “And Justice for All" poster must be posted in a conspicuous location of a participating institution. The "Building the Future" flyer or alternate notice must be distributed to participating households by the sponsor or the sponsored facility.

These documents are provided on our website at:

Nutrition > CACFP Participant Information> Posters and Flyers

CACFP Reimbursements Rates

The reimbursement rates are provided in a pdf on our website at the following location:

Nutrition > CACFP Participant Information> Reimbursement Rates

Annual Renewal FAQs

From readiness training to renewal requirements and more, the FAQs are here to help Institutions and Sponsors prepare for FY20 CACFP Renewal.

Annual Renewal FAQs

Free and Reduced Lunch Data

Free and reduced lunch data used to qualify participants as area eligible are available at the following location:

Nutrition > CACFP Participant Information> Eligibility Data

Income Eligibility Guidelines

Income eligibility guidelines used by participants to categorize those who will be served by the CACFP are available at the following location:

Nutrition > CACFP Participant Information> Eligibility Data

CACFP Child Care Handbook

Guidance pertaining to operating the CACFP in a child care center can be found in this handbook provided in a pdf. on our website at the following location:

Nutrition > CACFP Participant Information> Handbooks / Instructions

Crediting Foods Guide in Child Nutrition Programs

Guidance pertaining to serving and claiming foods in the CACFP can be found in this handbook provided in a pdf. on our website at the following location:

Nutrition > CACFP Participant Information> Handbooks / Instructions

CACFP Appeal Procedures

Appeal procedures by which institutions can appeal adverse actions pursuant to the Georgia Administrative Procedure Act are available on our website at:

Nutrition > CACFP Participant Information> Policies

FAQ on Nutrition Claims

Frequently asked questions regarding payment of claims for reimbursement can be found at the following location:

Nutrition > CACFP Participant Information> Claims / Payments

Labor Cost Documentation Memorandum

Bright from the Start guidance on documenting labor costs that are charged to the CACFP can be found at the following location:

Nutrition > CACFP Participant Information> Memos

Income Eligibility Statement

A form required by the CACFP to obtain eligibility information from the parent/guardian for those who will be served by the CACFP.

Nutrition> CACFP Forms

Daily Menu and Food Service Record

A form required by Bright from the Start to document meals served to enrollees and point of service meal counts taken by the institution.

Nutrition> CACFP Forms

Voluntary Closure Form

A form that allows CACFP participants under direct agreement with Bright from the Start to voluntarily discontinue their participation in the CACFP (i.e. change of ownership, center closure, or no longer wish to participate). The form is available at the following location:

Nutrition> CACFP Forms

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