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usda cacfp child and adult care food program nutritious meals for children



MDC Food Program Benefits, free to all those who participate: 






  • Cash reimbursement for serving nutritious meals and snacks for licensed in-home child care providers, regardless of family income
  • Payments guaranteed to be made monthly by direct deposit or check
  • Reimbursement for meals to provider's own children also available, based on income eligibility
  • Knowledgeable staff with in-home child care experience
  • Choice of foods served
  • Sample menus and serving ideasPierce,South King, Thurston and Kitsap county
  • On-line or mail in claiming                 
  • Monthly newsletters
  • Prompt and friendly service
  • All forms and envelopes provided
  • Year-end tax statement
  • No software to purchase or download 
  • Discount on optional Minute Menu Kids Pro (also called C-K Kids) accounting/bookkeeping software
  • 2 hours of free STARS nutrition training per year
  • Support by phone, email and in person
  • Informational website
  • Toll-free phone number
  • Calendars with craft and recipe ideas and charts to keep your records organized
  • A handy binder in which to store your food program information and newsletters
  • You can let parents know that you provide healthy foods that meet USDA guidelines!
Please give us a call to find out more.  We'd be happy to meet with you in your home or in our office to go over any questions you may have.





We are excited to offer Minute Menu free online claiming. Eliminate paperwork, mistakes, and see results immediately! 


"The food program has really helped me realize a profit 
in my preschool program.  And the paperwork is 
really easy to fill out."
Kristi H., Spanaway, WA

"I had so much fun at the training this year . 
I am looking forward to the next one!"
Yvonne V., Parkland, WA
Please give us a call today to find out
how you can get started.




Metropolitan Development Council
Child Care Food Program
721 S Fawcett Ave Ste 205
Tacoma WA 98402
(253) 284-7865  (800) 843-9317


Required nondiscrimination statement:
In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

If you believe you have been treated unfairly, you may file a complaint of discrimination by writing, USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.