FNS Documents & Resources

Healthy Eating Index scores range from 0 to 100 and are a measure of diet quality used to assess how well a set of foods aligns with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. A higher score is ideal. The FDPIR Food Package scores an 84. This is higher than the average U.S. diet, which scores a 59.

This factsheet explains how USDA Foods support the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the school meal pattern requirements to make it easier for schools to prepare healthy meals using local foods.

A document with questions and answers regarding the FDPIR Self-Determination Demonstration Project round two funds.

A compilation of resources for operators of USDA Foods in Schools and child nutrition programs.  

During this webinar, FNS reviewed the demonstration project, the information required in proposals, and answered questions. 

It has been determined that TEFAP commodities can be used for demonstration purposes in accordance with current regulations.