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Pop-up Zoom Meeting: Breakout and talk with the CACFP community about how the government shutdown is impacting your communities and programs
CACFP, Food Access and the Government Shutdown. An opportunity to talk to community members.

Samantha Marshall
Nov 32 min read
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Recording & Resources: Pop-Up Government Shutdown and CACFP
Access the recording and resources from our Government Shutdown & CACFP and Food Access discussion with experts and community members across the nation.

Samantha Marshall
Oct 313 min read
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CACFPJobs.org: A Community Resource for Job Seekers and Employers
we maintain CACFPJobs.org as a free resource for our community—a space where organizations can share CACFP-related job openings and professionals can explore new opportunities in the field

Elyse Homel Vitale
Sep 171 min read
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ICN Mealtime Memo: Gluten-Free Diets and YouTube Channel with CACFP 101 Trainings
Each month, the Institute of Child Nutrition (ICN) publishes a Mealtime Memo focused on different topics and connects them directly to...

Samantha Marshall
Sep 31 min read
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FY 25-26 California State Meal Reimbursement Rates Published
California Department of Social Services CACFP Branch has published the fiscal year 2025 through 2026 state meal reimbursement rates,...

Samantha Marshall
Aug 281 min read
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CACFP Roundtable comments on the proposed USDA reorganization plan; you can too!
Updated 9/3/2025 Update: As Politico states it "USDA has quietly extended the public comment period for its reorganization plan to...

Samantha Marshall
Aug 192 min read
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You're Invited! Head Start California Health Institute 2025
Register now for Head Start California’s Health Institute, taking place November 3–5, 2025 , at the beautiful and historic Hayes Mansion...

Samantha Marshall
Aug 182 min read
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USDA Reorganization Plan
Last week, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, announced a USDA Reorganization Plan . Overall, they plan to close several D.C. area offices...

Samantha Marshall
Jul 312 min read
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One-Time Funding for Head Start Programs to Enhance Nutrition Services from the Administration for Children & Families
Good news came out of the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) for our Head Start community! Acknowledging the great impact...

Samantha Marshall
Jul 291 min read
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FY 25-26 CACFP Reimbursement Rates Released by USDA FNS
Child and Adult Care Food Program: National Average Payment Rates, Day Care Home Food Service Payment Rates, and Administrative...

Samantha Marshall
Jul 241 min read
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Meet Our New Directors
The CACFP Roundtable is thrilled to welcome two new Directors to our Board, bringing a wealth of experience and CACFP expertise to the CACFP

Elyse Homel Vitale
Jul 222 min read
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Funds withheld from Summer and Afterschool programs by the Federal Government
Updated: 7/21/2025 " The Administration announced today that the 21 st CCLC funds will be released to state education agencies, allowing...

Samantha Marshall
Jul 22 min read
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Head Start, Early Head Start, and the CACFP meals served to children in these programs need your help
Updated 4/22/2025: On Friday, April 18th, the National Head Start Association (NHSA) hosted a meeting with over 7,000 individuals in...

Samantha Marshall
Apr 223 min read
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Share your CACFP experiences, expertise, and resources at the 34th Annual CACFP Conference
You're Invited CACFP Roundtable is now seeking proposals for workshop presentations at our 34th Annual CACFP Conference . You are invited...

Samantha Marshall
Apr 221 min read
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Meet the CACFP Family Child Care Steering Committee Leading the Community of Wellness!
One year ago, this group of women chose to volunteer their time to create a space for family child care providers to join together over...

Samantha Marshall
Mar 197 min read
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It's National Nutrition Month & CACFP Week is coming...
Every year the community comes together to share resources about nutrition and celebrate the impact CACFP makes for children, adults,...

Samantha Marshall
Mar 32 min read
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Original Federal Grant and Loan Pause Memo Rescinded
When we emailed the community yesterday , there was still a sense of panic and uncertainty around the Office of Management and Budget's...

Samantha Marshall
Jan 291 min read
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California: Registration open for 2025 Child Care Meal Quality and Nutrition & Physical Activity Forums
CDSS CACFP Branch and the WestEd Center for Family Centers have announced that registration is open for the 2025 Child Care Meal Quality...

Samantha Marshall
Jan 241 min read
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Los Angeles County Wildfires: CACFP Flexibilities and Other Resources
Updated 1/29/2025 to include the waivers to enable grab-and-go meals through CACFP. Our communities have been deeply impacted by the...

Samantha Marshall
Jan 154 min read
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CACFP operators need an additional meal and Sponsors of homes are experiencing challenges: Two research briefs
CACFP Roundtable has been working with the  Nutrition Policy Institute out of the University of California Agriculture and Natural...

Samantha Marshall
Dec 5, 20243 min read
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