FNS Documents & Resources

CN numbers that appear on the valid list apply to the CN logo and crediting statement only. It is the manufacturer's responsibility to ensure that the product label meets all over federal labeling requirements.

This downloadable handout provides tips, best practices, and sample menus for NSLP SSO operators who wish to distribute multiple meals at one time.

USDA has issued a series of question and answer documents on flexibilities, adjustments and waivers for the programs intended to support effective operations and provide access to benefits while also supporting social distancing in order to reduce the exposure to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

The CEP Resource Center provides extensive resources for parents, teachers, and school officials at the local, state, and federal level to better understand CEP and its positive benefits, along with useful tools to help facilitate successful implementation of the provision in your school!

Recipes for your school or Child and Adult Care Food Program.

USDA Foods in Schools Product Information Sheets containing USDA Foods description and WBSCM ID for grains. 

This memorandum includes questions and answers intended to provide clarification to state agencies and program operators on the nationwide waivers for the Summer Food Service Program and National School Lunch Program Seamless Summer Option (COVID-19: Child Nutrition Responses #14-17).  

USDA is working closely with states and child nutrition program operators to provide nutritious meals and snacks to children, while supporting social distancing efforts related to the coronavirus (COVID-19). 

FNS-525 State Administrative Expense Funds Reallocation Report