| DATE: | July 22, 1999 |
| SUBJECT: | Automatic Eligibility of State-Funded Pre-Kindergarten Participants for Free Meals in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), and the School Breakfast Program (SBP) |
| TO: | Regional Directors Child Nutrition Programs All Regions |
In response to inquiries from three regional offices, we are issuing the attached guidance with regard to the eligibility for free meals of children participating in state-funded pre-kindergarten programs.
STANLEY C. GARNETT
Director
Child Nutrition Division