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
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:
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Posters and Flyers
CACFP Reimbursements Rates
The reimbursement rates are provided in a pdf. on our website at the following location:
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:
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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:
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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:
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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:
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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:
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Policies
FAQ on Nutrition Claims
Frequently asked questions regarding payment of claims for reimbursement can be found at the following location:
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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:
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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.
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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.
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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:
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CACFP Forms