CACFP
The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a federally funded initiative administered by the New York State Department of Health, Division of Nutrition, and offered locally through the Child Care & Development Council.​
CACFP supports child care providers by reimbursing them for serving nutritious meals and snacks that meet USDA guidelines. This program helps promote healthy eating habits for children in care and ensures access to well-balanced meals throughout the day.
All registered, licensed, and legally exempt child care providers are eligible to participate in CACFP.
Benefits of CACFP
Participating in CACFP offers providers valuable support, including free training, meal planning guidance, and financial reimbursement for serving nutritious meals. It ensures children receive balanced, healthy food while giving parents peace of mind and helping providers save on grocery costs.
Free to Join
Participation in the CACFP program is completely free of charge.
Free Professional Training
All participating providers have access to training opportunities that are fully sponsored and paid for by CACFP.
Supports Healthy Growth
CACFP ensures children receive well-balanced, nutritious meals that support their health and development.
Meal Reimbursements
Providers are reimbursed for grocery expenses related to serving CACFP-approved meals and snacks—including infant meals with formula or breast milk.
Menu Planning Assistance
Providers receive support in planning menus that meet USDA nutrition standards.
Parent Confidence
Families can feel confident knowing their children are receiving meals that meet USDA guidelines for young children.
How Much Can Providers Earn Through CACFP?
Even with just one child in care, serving breakfast, lunch, and a snack can earn you up to $114.80 per month—that’s $1,377.60 per year in grocery reimbursement!
Reimbursement Rates Effective July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025
Thanks to generous support from the Garrett Dunsmoor Memorial Foundation (GDMF), ICP has been able to enhance our outreach to new CACFP providers. The grant allowed us to provide food-only gift cards and Welcome Kits to help providers get started.
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Each Welcome Kit includes a reusable shopping bag filled with helpful items for serving nutritious meals, such as:
• Plates, bowls, cups, cutlery, and napkins
• A CACFP Training & Nutrition Calendar
• Additional resources to support healthy meal planning
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Garrett Dunsmoor Memorial Foundation Grant
🎉 Join CACFP today and receive a FREE $25 Food Gift Card and a Welcome Bag!
To learn more or to enroll, contact us at:
📞 315-343-2344 ext. 112