CACFP-Approved Meals for NYC Childcare Centers
CACFP made easy with Healthy Heart Food Services. Approved menus, daily documentation prepared, a Customer Portal for invoices, and direct guidance through every submission.
CACFP Made Easy, With Healthy Heart
CACFP doesn't have to be the hardest part of running a childcare center. We've built a service designed to take the stress out of compliance from day one — CACFP-approved menus with full nutrition breakdowns, daily delivery documentation prepared for you, a Customer Portal that stores your invoices and records ready to print, and direct guidance on the CACFP submission and approval process. Your team still files with your CACFP sponsor, but every piece you need is in your hands, organized and ready.
Start Your Free TrialWhat's Included With Healthy Heart's CACFP Service
Everything a NYC childcare center needs to run CACFP smoothly — the menus, the documentation, the portal, the guidance. Your team still files with your sponsor, but you'll have every piece you need to submit, organized and ready.
CACFP-Approved Menus & Meals
- Menu cycles designed by a registered dietitian (RDN)
- Full nutrition breakdown per menu
- All meal patterns covered: breakfast, lunch, supper, snack
- CACFP infant meal pattern fully supported
- Age-appropriate portions for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
Documentation Prepared For You
- Production records for every meal delivered
- Ingredient statements and CN labels on file
- Daily meal count and attendance support
- Allergen tracking and substitution documentation
- Records organized and audit-ready year-round
Filing & Submission Support
- Customer Portal for daily delivery invoices — stored, batched, and ready to print
- Guidance on the CACFP submission and approval process
- Direct support if your sponsor or NY State DOH requests records
- Onboarding help for centers new to CACFP
- Stay current on CACFP regulatory changes
Dietary, Cultural, & Allergy Coverage
- Halal-certified options
- Kosher meal programs
- Vegetarian and vegan alternatives
- Allergy-friendly preparation (nut-free facility available)
- Multicultural menus reflecting NYC's diversity
CACFP Meal Components We Provide
All meals include complete ingredient lists and nutritional information required for CACFP record-keeping.
| Meal Type | Components Included |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | Whole grains, fruit/vegetable, milk |
| Lunch/Supper | Meat/meat alternate, grain, two vegetables/fruits, milk |
| Snacks | Two of five components (customized to your needs) |
How Our CACFP Program Works
Menu Planning
Our registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) creates rotating menus that meet CACFP requirements while appealing to young palates.
Fresh Preparation
Every meal is prepared fresh in our licensed NYC commercial kitchen using quality ingredients. No reheating mystery food—real cooking, real nutrition.
Reliable Delivery
Temperature-controlled delivery to your center on your schedule. Morning, midday, or afternoon—we work around your program's needs.
Documentation Support
Receive detailed production records, ingredient statements, and CN labels to simplify your CACFP reimbursement paperwork.
“Healthy Heart has been delivering lunch to 5 of our locations since 2015. Pam helped us create a CACFP-compliant menu that accommodates allergies and dietary preferences. Our lunch arrives on time, fresh, and warm. When something comes up or we need to make changes, Healthy Heart is always available to assist us. We highly recommend Healthy Heart!”
Crista Jang
Administrator, Sunshine Learning Center
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included with Healthy Heart's CACFP service?
CACFP made easy with Healthy Heart Food Services. Our full-service CACFP program includes: CACFP-approved menu cycles designed by a registered dietitian; full nutrition breakdowns per menu; production records, ingredient statements, and CN labels for every meal delivered; a Customer Portal where your daily delivery invoices and records are stored, batched, and ready to print; direct guidance on the CACFP submission and approval process; and dietary, cultural, and allergy accommodations (halal, kosher, vegetarian, nut-free). Your team still files with your CACFP sponsor or the NY State DOH, but every piece you need is in your hands, organized and ready.
Are your meals approved for CACFP reimbursement?
Yes. All our menus are designed by a registered dietitian to meet CACFP meal pattern requirements. We provide the documentation you need for reimbursement claims, including production records, ingredient statements, and full nutrition breakdowns.
Do you serve infant meals?
Yes. We offer CACFP-compliant infant meals including iron-fortified formula, infant cereals, and age-appropriate fruits and vegetables following CACFP infant meal patterns.
Can you accommodate food allergies?
Absolutely. We work with each center to accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions while maintaining CACFP compliance. Our facility can be nut-free upon request, and substitution documentation is maintained automatically.
How do I switch from my current food provider?
We make transitions seamless. Our team handles menu planning, delivery scheduling, documentation handoff, and staff orientation. Most centers transition within 1-2 weeks, and we provide direct guidance through any CACFP paperwork changes the transition requires.
What areas do you serve?
We deliver throughout New York City (all 5 boroughs) plus Westchester County and Nassau County.
Do you provide documentation for CACFP audits?
Yes. We provide complete production records, ingredient statements, CN labels, and menu documentation, and we keep these organized in the Customer Portal so your center is audit-ready year-round. If your sponsor or the NY State Department of Health requests records, you have everything you need to submit immediately.
Ready to Simplify CACFP Compliance?
We provide meal programs for organizations and facilities only — not individual households.