CDA Annual Report 2025 - Flipbook - Page 28
Supporting children’s healthy nutrition
Nutrition Program
CDA proudly administers the largest Child and Adult Care Food
Program (CACFP) in California, under contract with the California
Department of Social Services (CDSS). Serving six counties across
Southern California, CDA delivers vital nutrition education and
meal reimbursement support to Licensed Family Child Care
Homes and TrustLine providers, ensuring that thousands of
children receive access to healthy, nourishing meals every day.
By helping providers serve balanced, nutritious meals, CDA
creates environments where children can thrive. Through
training and timely reimbursements, CDA ensures providers
have the resources they need to meet program standards and
con昀椀dently integrate nutrition into daily care routines. For many
of the children served through this program, these meals may
be the most consistent source of nutritious food they receive.
Our work extends beyond program administration. CDA
plays an active role in the national CACFP Roundtable forum,
advocating for expanded access to healthy meals in child care
settings and raising awareness of food insecurity among young
children. This platform allows us to share local insights, in昀氀uence
policy discussions, and elevate the critical role CACFP plays in
combating child hunger and promoting long-term well-being.
Behind this impact is a highly dedicated team whose expertise,
care, and collaboration drive program excellence. Through
hands-on 昀椀eld support, steady leadership, and collective effort,
the Nutrition Program team ensures providers are supported
and children consistently receive nutritious meals. CDA
continued to strengthen program operations through a paperless
initiative, transitioning program 昀椀les to a fully digital system
to enhance ef昀椀ciency, accessibility, and provider support.
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