Description
The FY 2026 Team Nutrition Training Grant aims to enhance training for child nutrition professionals to improve meal quality, support wellness policies, and build sustainable infrastructure for NSLP, SBP, SFSP, and CACFP program operators. Applicants must select one of two grant objectives: delivering training and technical assistance to child nutrition professionals in School Meals Programs or providing training, mentorship, and technical assistance to CACFP providers. The grant requires a detailed budget narrative, performance measures, and evaluation plan.
• Eligible applicants are State agencies that administer NSLP, SBP, SFSP, and CACFP.
• The grant has an estimated funding of $10,000,000, with an award ceiling of $1,000,000 and an award floor of $500,000.
• Applicants are encouraged to form partnerships with other State agencies, universities, and organizations with relevant expertise.
• The grant requires a Project Director and a Team Nutrition Coordinator, with specific responsibilities and requirements.
• The grant has specific requirements for budget narrative, performance measures, and evaluation plan.