Friday, May 25, 2012

Exciting Opportunity for CACFP Providers

Indiana's CACFP Award Program

The Indiana Department of Education received USDA's 2011 Team Nutrition Training Grant (a two-year grant) to create and implement an award program that will encourage and recognize Indiana Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) facilities for adapting menus and policies that align with the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

Facilities participating in the CACFP may apply for one of three award levels. Use the application materials and resources below to learn more about the award and how to apply. To sign up to participate in an online training that will walk you through the award program and give you an opportunity to ask questions, click HERE.

Why Apply?
  • To improve children's diets and bring program meals in line with USDA nutritional guidelines;
  • To promote your facility to parents by demonstrating that you care about children's health;
  • To be recognized by recieving:
  • A certificate of achievement;
  • A parent letter to share your success with parents of the children in your care;
  • A press release template to assist you in promoting your award to your local media; and
  • Signage to display your achievement at your facility.
For more information on the program visit their website at http://www.doe.in.gov/student-services/nutrition/indianas-cacfp-award-program .

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Shower Your Baby with Love

Community Baby Shower and Maternity Fashion Show
(Plus a workshop for dads!)
Who: Pregnant moms and families. Dads are welcome too! Free!

When: Sunday June, 3 2012

Where: George Washington Community High School Entrance #2 2215 West Washington St., IN 46222

What time: 2-6 p.m. Registration begins at 1:30 p.m.

R.S.V.P.: Call 317-926-1170 to register.

Chance to win a car seat, crib and much more!

All expecting new moms will receive:
  • Baby gift pack
  • Refreshments
  • A chance to win prizes
  • Information about keeping baby safe and healthy
  • Plus a special workshop and gift bag for dad
Doctors will be there to answer questions you have about your pregnancy or new baby.



Free Tax Webinar for Child Care Providers

IRS Hosts Free Webinar on Tax Related Guidance for Child Care Providers


On June 5th the IRS will host a free webinar spefically addressed at family child care providers.

Entitled "Tax Related Guidance for Child Care Providers" the webinar will cover:

* Income items

* Recordkeeping tips

* Business use of the home calculation

* Expense issues

* Depreciation rules and reporting

* Food Program reimbursements

To register for the free webinar, click here.

The webinar will be broadcast at 2pm Eastern Time. It will be archived for later viewing on the IRS Video Portal after approximately three weeks. You may want to alert your tax preparer about this webinar.