CDNFS COVID-19 Fiscal Updates

Previously distributed Child Development and Nutrition Fiscal Services (CDNFS) COVID-19 guidance issued through the Early Learning and Care Division's email distribution list.

August 13, 2021 Fiscal Year 2021-22 Family Fee Waiver Augmentations
This letter serves to provide information to California Department of Education (CDE) contractors about Family Fee Waiver Augmentations.

February 16, 2021 Hazardous Pay and Stipends for Employees funded with Early Learning and Care Contracts
This letter serves to provide information to CDE contractors about requirements pertaining to Hazardous Pay and Stipends.

Questions: Jenny Tran | jtran@cde.ca.gov | 916-322-8326

Last Reviewed: Thursday, June 11, 2026

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