The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) has announced updated income eligibility guidelines for free and reduced-price meals offered through the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). This federally funded program, administered by MSDE and supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), aims to provide nutritious meals and snacks to eligible participants in childcare facilities and family childcare homes at no cost.
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Reimbursement for meals served under the CACFP is determined by household income information submitted through the CACFP Meal Benefit application. Eligibility for free meals is automatically extended to children who are in foster care, receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) benefits, or are enrolled in Head Start programs. Similarly, adult day care participants who are part of SNAP households or who receive Supplemental Security Income or Medicaid are also eligible for free meals.
The updated guidelines establish specific income thresholds based on household size. Residents seeking more detailed information about the CACFP or wishing to identify participating agencies within Maryland can contact the MSDE Office of School and Community Nutrition Programs directly at 410-767-0219.
Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the Maryland State Department of Education.
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