FNS Documents & Resources

This memorandum includes questions and answers on flexibilities available to Indian Tribal Organizations and state agencies on the operations of FDPIR. These flexibilities may assist ITOs and state agencies that administer FDPIR in continuing to provide food to people in need during the novel COVID-19 public health emergency.

Consistent with the CARES Act, USDA will be allocating the $50 million for facility improvements and equipment upgrades to Indian Tribal Organizations and state agencies that administer FDPIR for program costs allowable under the law.

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act  provides $450 million in supplemental funding for TEFAP for FY 2020, with up to $150 million of the supplemental funding is available as administrative funds and the remaining amount will be made available as food funds. 

Form FNS-674 is used to request access to the USDA Food Program Reporting System (FPRS).  

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.

Form FNS-101: Participation in Food Programs - by Race 

Form FNS-667 is used by state agencies to report use of TEFAP administrative funds.  

Form FNS-57 is used by consignees to report overages and shortages in a shipment and commodities damaged in transit.

FNS Form AD-1049 is the USDA Certification Regarding Drug-Free Work Place Requirements (GRANTS) Alternative I - For Grantees Other than Individuals

State agencies apply for reimbursement using Form FSA-21, submitted to the appropriate FNS regional office for approval.