CNP CN block programs total consolidated

The federal Formula Grant award of $25,901,832 was provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service to the New York State Education Department under the National School Lunch Program (CFDA 10.555). This grant funding supports the provision of nutritious, non-profit lunch services for school children across New York, with the goal of ensuring students have access to healthy meals while encouraging domestic consumption of nutritious agricultural commodities.

The New York State Education Department utilizes this Formula Grant to provide cash assistance and food donations to local education agencies, schools, non-profits, and other organizations throughout New York. These entities then deliver meal programs, implement nutrition education initiatives, and upgrade kitchen equipment in schools to enable the serving of nutritious lunches that meet federal guidelines. The grant covers a 12-month period from October 1, 2023 to September 30, 2024. Sub-awardees identified include school districts, charter schools, and community organizations that help administer the National School Lunch Program at the local level.