Formula Grant 265FL901N2533

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service awarded the Department of Elder Affairs Florida $629,941.75 under the State Administrative Expenses for Child Nutrition program (CFDA 10.560) on October 1, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of September 30, 2027. This formula grant provides funding to support state-level administrative functions for child nutrition program oversight, specifically designated for CNP (Child Nutrition Program) meal reimbursement administration. The award enables Florida to manage supervisory and technical assistance activities related to the administration of federal child nutrition programs, including the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Special Milk Program, and Child and Adult Care Food Program at the state level.

The funding supports the Department of Elder Affairs Florida's administrative expenses in coordinating and providing technical assistance to local schools, school districts, and institutions conducting child nutrition programs across the state. As a formula grant allocation, the award amount is derived from prior fiscal year child nutrition program expenditures in Florida, following the statutory allocation methodology established under CFDA 10.560. The recipient is required to develop and obtain approval of a State Administrative Expenses plan, maintain comprehensive accounting records, and conduct annual single audits to ensure appropriate use of federal funds in support of child nutrition program administration.