National CACFP Association to Host Provider Day Celebration

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The National CACFP Association will host Provider Day, a free virtual event for child care providers, on Saturday, May 16, 2026. The event takes place during Provider Appreciation Month and during the association's 40th anniversary year. Provider Day is designed as both a training opportunity and a celebration of the important role child care providers play in supporting children, families and communities every day.

Why it matters

The program recognizes the contributions of providers who participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), a federal nutrition program that helps child care settings serve balanced meals and snacks while supporting healthy eating habits and development. By combining recognition, resources and training, Provider Day aims to acknowledge the dedication of child care providers while offering ideas that support their daily work with children.

The details

Attendees can earn up to 2.5 hours of continuing education units (CEUs). Registration is free, and all live sessions will also be available on demand through May 31, 2026. Three live sessions will offer practical tools for child care providers: The Provider Perk Party with Free Resources for Your Program, Present, Calm and Connected: Building Mindfulness in Early Childhood, and Using Your Menu to Spark Learning & Play. In addition, attendees will have access to an on-demand training, Explore New Foods with a Taste Testing Adventure.

• Provider Day will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026.
• The event will be available on demand through May 31, 2026.

What’s next

Registration and event information are available at cacfp.org/provider-day.