The Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP) is a demonstration project that seeks to increase participation among the elderly low-income population by streamlining the application and certification process.
FNS is allowing parents/guardians to pick-up FFVP foods and bring them home to their children.
Allows states to extend certification periods and temporarily waive periodic report form submissions for households whose certification periods expire within a set timeframe.
Due to the exceptional circumstances of this public health emergency, USDA is establishing a nationwide waiver to support access to nutritious meals while minimizing potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. This waiver applies to the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Child and Adult Care Food Program and Summer Food Service Program.
WIC Policy Memorandum: #2021-2: WIC Civil Monetary Penalty (CMP) Inflation Adjustment for 2020
The Guide to Professional Standards for School Nutrition Programs introduces training reward badges – a fun way to promote training and recognize staff who have completed their annual requirements.
The USDA Professional Standards Training Database allows school nutrition professionals to search for training that meets their learning needs. The website provides direct access to a wide range of free and low-cost trainings in a variety of formats.
A central resource outlining the USDA Professional Standards requirements for state and local school nutrition professionals.