CACFP Civil Rights
Below you will find information regarding the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food & Nutrition Service (FNS) policies and procedures about nondiscrimination in the administration of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
Federal Nondiscrimination Statement (NDS)
CACFP operators must include the most current version of the federal nondiscrimination statement in a prominent location in all public information releases, publications, and on posters concerning nutrition program activities, except menus. The current nondiscrimination statement, including translations of the statement, can be found on the USDA Nondiscrimination Statement web page.
Short Statement
The short statement reads, "This institution is an equal opportunity provider." The short statement may be used on flyers, posters, or documents that are one page by nature, in a font no smaller than the text.
Section 504
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. For more information on Section 504, please visit the National Archives’ posting of Title 7, Code of Federal Regulations, Subtitle A, Part 15b. This web page contains the text of the Act as it applies to all programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance extended by the USDA.
Civil Rights Materials
- And Justice for All Poster: “And Justice for All” posters must be prominently displayed in a public area at all sites that serve CACFP meals. The poster must be viewable by all participants and their family members or other caregivers. Posters must be 11” wide by 17” tall and can be ordered at no cost to program operators by contacting us at CACFPCivilRights@dss.ca.gov.
- Medical Statement to Request Special Meals and/or Accommodations in the CACFP (Form ID CACFP 97).
Civil Rights and Program Complaints
Please Note: Any complaints alleging discrimination will be forwarded to the USDA for investigation.
Complaints may be submitted to the CACFP Branch of the California Department of Social Services by phone at 916-651-5400 or by email us at CACFPCivilRights@dss.ca.gov.
Civil Rights Resources
- CACFP Meal Benefit Income Eligibility Form: This page contains links to available translations of the applications for Limited English Proficiency households for free and reduced-price meals
Civil Rights Guides
USDA Contacts
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Esta institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.