Six CACFP Food Program Tasks to Outsource
Overwhelmed by CACFP food program tasks and record keeping requirements? Are you spending too much time on food program administration tasks and too little with those in your care? Have you run out of time to grow and develop your center? Do you feel burned out? If any of these sound familiar, it could be […]
CACFP Application Tips: Get Your Application Approved
CACFP Food Program Application Tips We understand completing the CACFP application can be a daunting and time-consuming process. Here are some helpful tips for completing your Child Care Food Program application correctly the first time. CACFP Application Tip #1: Carefully review your application for omissions. Anything left blank or any required documents not submitted will […]
Do’s and Don’ts of CACFP Management
Whether you’re submitting a Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) reimbursement claim or planning for a review session, it’s easy to make mistakes. These mistakes can greatly reduce your food program reimbursement or negatively affect your center’s CACFP participation. Follow these tips to ensure your food program runs smoothly and you get your maximum CACFP reimbursement.
CACFP Meal Disallowances Due to Milk Shortages?
A center has to document that they have purchased sufficient milk to cover the number of meals served. If they don’t have the proper documentation, then meals can be disallowed and centers will lose reimbursement. Having an effective system in place to track milk amounts, having a system in place for logging milk purchases, and stressing the importance of all required meals components to staff can ensure your childcare center maximizes their CACFP reimbursement.
Top Tips for Managing CACFP Receipts
Maintaining accurate records for CACFP food program expenses can be challenging. We’ve compiled a list of best practices for managing CACFP receipts to ensure your CACFP claims are approved.
How to Complete the CACFP Application Process
Would you like to improve your child center cash flow? Who wouldn’t!
Getting a contract with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) will help you do just that.
The CACFP is a federal program that helps child care centers serve healthy meals. It can also have a huge positive impact on your center’s bottom line. The average center participating receives almost $4,000 in CACFP reimbursement each month. Sound good? Here’s what you need to know to apply for the CACFP.
Developing An Effective CACFP Corrective Action Plan
Has Your CACFP Program Been Reviewed Recently? After your Administrative/CACFP Review, there are usually findings of noncompliance with CACFP program regulations. Most likely, you already know what some or all of those findings are. The next step is urgent and important: to develop a CACFP corrective action plan to permanently and adequately correct your findings. […]