Child and Adult Care Food Program

The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a state and federally funded Child Nutrition Program designed to provide nutritious meals and snacks served to infants, children, and adults.  CACFP providers are reimbursed for meals and snacks that are served.  The goal of the program is to enhance participants health and well-being.  The California Department of Social Services CACFP Branch administers the program in California.

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Upcoming Events

In March, we celebrate National Nutrition Month® and CACFP Week!  Check News, Events, and Webinars for information on these events.

 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. 
Esta institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

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Contact Us

CDSS Child and Adult Care Food Program
744 P Street, MS 9-13-290
Sacramento, CA 95814
833-559-2418
CACFPInfo@dss.ca.gov

Find Your CACFP Specialist

CACFP Listservs

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Quick Links

CACFP Administrative Manual

CACFP Bulletins

CACFP Waivers

Preschools SHINE Program

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