California Farm to CACFP Census
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Branch invites child care centers, at-risk afterschool programs, emergency shelters, adult day care centers, and family child care sponsors to complete the first ever California Farm to CACFP Census! The purpose of the census is to gather baseline data to measure the implementation of the California Farm to CACFP Initiative.
The Farm to CACFP Initiative is comprised of three elements:
- Purchasing local foods
- Providing nutrition and agriculture-based education
- Providing hands-on learning in an edible garden
The CDSS CACFP Branch is interested in finding out whether CACFP Operators are currently participating in Farm to CACFP and what resources may be needed. We need your help by completing the census, so we can develop resources, training, and technical assistance to best meet your needs.
The census will:
- Open on March 12, 2025
- Deadline extended to April 18, 2025
Child Care Centers Only: The CDSS CACFP Branch is offering a virtual six-session nutrition and agriculture-based education pilot program starting in June 2025. If you are operating a child care center and are interested in participating, please complete the census and provide your contact information in the census questions about the pilot program.
The California Farm to CACFP Flyer (for Agencies) provides additional information about the census.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Esta institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.