As a reminder, meals and snacks offered through the child nutrition programs may be claimed for federal reimbursement if they meet the federal nutrition requirements and other federal regulations. State agencies may not withhold federal reimbursement for meals that meet the federal requirements, even if additional state requirements are not met. However, if a state provides an additional reimbursement above the federal reimbursement, they may withhold the state reimbursement.
Back to school means back to tasty, healthy meals served to nearly 30 million children every school day.
This interactive webinar series highlights resources and materials that address hot topics in school meals. FNS regional offices, state agencies, school food authorities and others who may be interested are invited to participate.
USDA is committed to providing nutrition assistance to hard-hit families across the country due to the coronavirus pandemic. In support of President Biden’s call to action on hunger, USDA announced that it is increasing the Pandemic EBT benefit by approximately 15 percent, providing more money for low-income families and millions of children missing meals due to school and child care closures.
Learn more about school lunch! Find event ideas, recipes, activities, and more for school nutrition professionals, families, and teachers.
Team Nutrition supports the National School Lunch and School Breakfast programs by providing training for school food service, nutrition education for children and families and resources to support a healthier school environment.
On Aug.16, 2023, FNS announced the award of $9.4 million in federal funding for the FY 2023 Team Nutrition Grant for Supporting Nutrition Education for School-Aged Children.
USDA Food and Nutrition Service expects to award approximately $9.6 million in total funding.
School meals, and the school nutrition professionals that provide them, help children be strong physically and mentally. Celebrate the school community and promote healthy foods with these fun new school meals materials.
Use these resources to implement innovative ideas that support healthy choices and healthy outcomes for our Nation's school-age children.