Federal Grant Award Summary

The Vermont State Agency of Education received a $541,924 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service under the Child Nutrition-Technology Innovation Grant program (CFDA 10.541), awarded on September 30, 2025, with a completion deadline of September 30, 2028. This award supports the development, improvement, and maintenance of automated information technology systems designed to enhance the operation and management of Child Nutrition Programs (CNPs), including the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT), and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).

The grant funds technology solutions that strengthen program accountability, data accuracy, and management capabilities across Vermont's child nutrition initiatives at both state and local levels. As a state agency administering federally funded child nutrition programs, the Vermont State Agency of Education may sub-award portions of this funding to local educational agencies, school districts, and non-profit organizations to facilitate implementation of technology-driven improvements. All grant activities must be completed and all funds obligated by the September 30, 2028 termination date, with final closeout procedures required within 120 days following award expiration.