2025–26 CNP Reimbursement Rates

Child Nutrition Program (CNP) meal reimbursement rates.

Reimbursement rates shown below are for January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025.

Total (combined) reimbursement includes operating and administrative components.

Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) Reimbursement Rates

Questions: Nutrition Services Division | 800-952-5609

Last Reviewed: Monday, February 10, 2025

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