Child and Adult Care Food Program
Food Bank of Alaska partners with local organizations to sponsor CACFP sites, providing meals and activities that support children’s well-being. The program runs during the school year and transitions to the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) during summer break.
YOU MAY NEED TO KNOW
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Child and Adult Care Food Program?
CACFP is a USDA program that provides nutritious meals and snacks to children in after-school programs, child care centers, and emergency shelters. Food Bank of Alaska sponsors meal sites to ensure children have access to healthy food when school meals aren’t available.
Who can receive meals through CACFP?
Children 18 and under can receive meals at participating CACFP sites during designated meal times. Meals are provided at no cost, and no registration is required—just visit a site during serving hours.
Where can I find a CACFP meal site?
You can view the list of current CACFP meal sites on this page. New sites are added as they become available, so check back for updates.
Does CACFP run during the summer?
CACFP operates only when schools are in session. During summer break, it transitions to the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), which provides free meals to children at participating sites. Along with SFSP, our Meals To You program is another option for families looking for assistance during the summer.
What meals are provided for the children?
The Food Bank of Alaska supplies unitized shelf-stable meals, along with milk that meets USDA requirements of a balanced and nutritious meal. Some of the components of these meals include meat sticks, cheese, crackers, apple sauce, and juice boxes.
What CACFP sites are currently operating?
Our current CACFP sites for 2026 include
- Hoonah Youth Center
- Dillingham Elementary School
- Dillingham Middle/High School
Resources for CACFP Meal Sites
If your organization participates in CACFP through Food Bank of Alaska, use these forms to help keep your site running smoothly:
Interested in Becoming a CACFP Site?
Community partners play a key role in ensuring children have access to healthy meals. If your organization is interested in becoming a CACFP meal site with Food Bank of Alaska, find the required forms and application below:
- Sponsor Site Training Presentation
- Child Care Standards Certification
- Unaffiliated Site Information and Agreement
- Weekly Activity Calendar Template
- CACFP Application
- Sites will also need to provide
- Fire Inspection or Building Inspection
- Health Permit or Food Server Cards for Staff