CACFP Termination: What It Means and How to Respond

CACFP termination for cause ends participation after the applicable serious-deficiency and administrative-review procedures. A proposed termination is different from a final termination and disqualification. This article addresses centers and institutions facing serious-deficiency-related action; an ordinary voluntary departure from CACFP is a different situation. Key takeaways Updated October 7, 2026 · Scope: serious-deficiency-related termination for centers […]