CNP team nutrition

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) awarded a $997,510 Project Grant under the Team Nutrition Grants program (CFDA 10.574) to the Louisiana Department of Education (La Dept. Of Admin) on September 15, 2023. This 3-year grant will fund the CNP TEAM NUTRITION initiative to improve children's lifelong healthy eating and physical activity habits through nutrition education aligned with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Grant activities will include providing technical assistance, training, and educational resources for school nutrition professionals, students, and families across Louisiana. The department will also coordinate implementation of USDA child nutrition programs and develop standardized recipes to support healthier school meals. Louisiana will serve as the prime recipient, potentially issuing sub-awards to school districts, charter organizations, universities, and non-profits to deliver grant services statewide.