Nutrition First

Nutrition First Nutrition First is a USDA Child Care and Adult Food Program Sponsor serving child care providers within the State of Oregon.

Nutrition First Food Program is one of three non-profit organizations that sponsors the program in Oregon. Nutrition First, part of the Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency, Inc., works with child care providers in Marion, Polk, Yamhill, Clackamas, Multnomah, Washington, Tillamook, Lincoln, Lane, Linn and Benton counties. This program has been dedicated to promoting quality child care since 1982.

06/01/2026
05/24/2026

Crispy, toasty and simple, Bird’s Nest Toast is a mealtime favorite kids love 🍳🍞

With a perfectly cooked egg tucked right into the center, it’s a fun way to serve up a balanced, meal. Plus, it’s a great opportunity to get kids excited about what’s on their plate.

05/19/2026

Reimbursements will be released and show in your accounts on Thursday the 21st.

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05/19/2026

Reminder - Monday is Memorial Day. Please submit your parent-signed holiday notes if providing care that day.

Recordatorio: el lunes es el Día de los Caídos. Por favor, recuerde enviarnos la hoja firmada por los padres para el día festivo si va a proporcionar cuidado ese día.

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More information on the milk rule taking effect on June 8, 2026.
05/19/2026

More information on the milk rule taking effect on June 8, 2026.

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We're hosting a free listening session in response to the USDA's fluid milk expansion option that allows CACFP operators to serve whole and reduced-fat milk to all participants ages two and up. Join NCA's policy next Thursday, May 28, to share your reactions, provide feedback and get answers to any of your questions. This session is open for all to attend!

Register today: https://info.cacfp.org/ap/Events/Register/lzF2QORujC5Cw

Remember, this doesn't take effect until June 8, 2026, and children under age two must still be served whole milk. The r...
05/19/2026

Remember, this doesn't take effect until June 8, 2026, and children under age two must still be served whole milk. The rules change at age two.

This is a great reference for providers to use when unsure if a food is credible.
05/18/2026

This is a great reference for providers to use when unsure if a food is credible.

USDA CACFP Crediting Handbook The question we hear the most is: “Is it creditable?” Creditable foods: Foods that may be counted toward meeting the meal pattern requirements for a reimbursable meal. They are or they contain creditable foods as listed in the FBG; They are in compliance with regula...

Please note that this ruling does NOT TAKE EFFECT until June 8, 2026.
05/12/2026

Please note that this ruling does NOT TAKE EFFECT until June 8, 2026.

USDA released a final rule that allows whole and reduced-fat (2%) milk to be offered to participants ages two and up in the CACFP, National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), and Special Milk Program (SMP).

This rule does not require CACFP operators to offer whole and reduced-fat milk but allows operators the flexibility to offer these types of milk to participants two and up if it makes sense for their program. The rule will be effective June 8, 2026.

Read more about this final rule on our blog: https://www.cacfp.org/2026/05/08/final-rule-expanding-fluid-milk-options-in-cnps/

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2475 Center Street NE
Salem, OR
97301

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Monday 7am - 3pm
Tuesday 7am - 3pm
Wednesday 7am - 3pm
Thursday 7am - 3pm
Friday 7am - 3pm

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+15035817563

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