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Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is sponsored by Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). CACFP provides reimbursements for nutritious meals and snacks served to eligible children and adults in child care centers, adult day care centers, outside-school-hours care centers, and emergency or homeless shelters. This program directly supports the provision of food to vulnerable populations.
Nonprofits operating eligible shelters or care programs in California can apply.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public or private nonprofit organizations providing nonresidential child or adult care, or emergency homeless shelters that provide residential and food services to children and/or adults. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is funded by Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in California. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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