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Program Participation Request Form for School-Based Child Nutrition Programs

Thank you for your interest in becoming a sponsor of a school-based child nutrition program! School-based child nutrition programs include the following: National School Lunch, School Breakfast, Afterschool Care Snacks, Special Milk, and Illinois Free Lunch and Breakfast.

Prior to completing the Program Participation Request Form for School-Based Child Nutrition Programs, prospective sponsors are required to become familiar with all of the program regulations and policies regarding program administration and operation. Be sure to thoroughly review the following documents, menu planning options, and other relevant information located at http://www.isbe.net/nutrition/htmls/forms_sbn.htm.

After reviewing all program regulations, policies, and other relevant information, complete the program participation request form and mail it along with all required documentation as noted on the form. It is recommended that you retain a copy of the form for your files. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact us at 1-800-545-7892.

Once approved as a sponsor in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and/or School Breakfast Program (SBP), it is highly recommended that you attend one of our workshops designed for new sponsors: NSLP Basic Training—New Sponsor/New Staff Orientation. The workshop/training schedule link provided on that page will allow you to select a date and location that works best for you. Once you are on the workshop schedule page, be sure to scroll down to the correct title (do not select the CACFP, Child and Adult Care Food Program, trainings).

Once approved as a sponsor in the Illinois Free and/or Special Milk Program only, please review the materials available online or contact our office at 800-545-7892 for technical assistance on program administration responsibilities.