Child care centers offering meals through the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) play an important role in supporting the health and development of children through the provision of nutritious foods. The CACFP meal pattern requirements support the service of a greater variety of vegetables and fruit, whole grains, lean meats/meat alternative, and low-fat and fat-free dairy while minimizing added sugar and saturated fat. Below you will find the CACFP meal pattern requirements, sample menus, and other helpful nutrition resources.
