Council-Churches-The Ozarks

The Child Care Food Program (CCFP) is a reimbursement program for licensed and registered daycare providers, aiming to provide healthy meals to children in need. As part of the larger FDA National Child and Adult Care Food Program, our mission is to improve the quality of life in our region through compassionate service and outreach to our most vulnerable neighbors.

Our Vision and Mission

Our vision is to build a stronger community by providing all children with access to healthy meals, every day. We believe that regardless of geographic location and economic standing, all children deserve access to healthy and nutritious meals. Our mission is to improve the quality of life in our region through compassionate service and outreach to our most vulnerable neighbors, by doing together what can best be done together in the name of Jesus Christ.

Our History

Founded in 1968, the Child and Adult Care Food Program has played a critical role in supporting the wellness, health, and development of children, older adults, and individuals with disabilities through the provision of nutritious foods. Over the years, we have expanded our services to reach a wider audience, currently serving 210 providers representing a 30-county area, with approximately 4,500 children enrolled.

Services Offered

At CCFP, we offer a range of services designed to support child care providers in providing high-quality meals to children in their care. Our services include:

• Reimbursement for meals served to eligible children
• Nutrition education and guidance for providers
• Online access to account management and resources
• Ongoing support and training for providers

Benefits of Our Program

By joining our program, you can:

• Provide healthy meals to children in your care without straining your resources
• Instill healthy eating habits in children that will last a lifetime
• Receive reimbursement for meals served to eligible children
• Access nutrition education and guidance
• Gain online access to account management and resources

Communities Served

Our program serves a 30-county area, with approximately 4,500 children enrolled. We are committed to reaching vulnerable communities and ensuring that all children have access to healthy and nutritious meals.