In this segment of 2 Plus You Nevada, host Sarah Johns welcomes Alix Pasillas, Executive Director of Food For Kids Nevada, to discuss how the organization supports childcare providers, daycare centers, and families through the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program.

From helping childcare centers provide healthier meals to advocating for nutrition policies nationwide, Food For Kids Nevada is working to improve access to nutritious food for children across Nevada.

🚨 Segment Highlights:

🥗 What Is Food For Kids Nevada?

• Supporting licensed childcare providers across Nevada

• Helping daycare centers receive partial meal reimbursements

• Partnering with the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program

🍎 Providing Healthier Meals for Nevada Children

• Encouraging fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains

• Helping childcare providers follow USDA nutrition guidelines

• Supporting lower-sugar and healthier food options for kids

👶 Helping Families Facing Food Insecurity

• Assisting low-income childcare centers and families

• Reducing the need for parents to provide meals for daycare

• Helping children gain access to nutritious breakfasts and lunches

💙 The Emotional Impact of Child Nutrition Support

• Alix shares a powerful story about children receiving hot meals

• How food assistance programs create dignity and stability

• Improving quality of care for Nevada children

🏛️ Food Policy & Advocacy Efforts Nationwide

• Working with USDA officials, senators, and national organizations

• Advocating for stronger child nutrition programs

• Helping ensure childcare providers’ voices are heard

⛳ Annual Food For Kids Golf Tournament Fundraiser

• Third annual fundraiser happening June 12th

• Supporting kitchen equipment and nutrition resources for centers

• Sponsorship and registration opportunities available

🌐 Learn More About Food For Kids Nevada

• Visit foodforkidsnevada.org for program information

• Learn how providers can apply for meal reimbursement support

• Find golf tournament registration and sponsorship details

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