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Resource | Policy Memos | FNS-GD-2009-0068 Allowability of Participant Payments and Contributions for Foods Donated by the USDA and/or Non-USDA Sources

This memorandum clarifies FNS regulations and policies regarding the allowability of requiring payment and soliciting contributions (i.e., "payments" or "pay") in exchange for foods from FNS program participants.

FD-097
10/21/2009
Resource | Policy Memos | FNS-GD-2009-0059 Use of TEFAP Administrative Funds for Expenses Associated with Foods Secured From Other Sources

This memorandum is being issued to emphasize that states may use TEFAP administrative funds to pay for direct and indirect expenses associated with both the distribution of TEFAP foods and of foods secured from other non-federal sources. Foods secured from other sources is defined as any foods not obtained from USDA food assistance programs.

FD-095
09/15/2009
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