FY 2026 CN Technology Innovation Grant for Child and Adult Care Food Program Integrity: eligibility, deadline, and how to apply (2026)
Key Facts
- Agency
- Food and Nutrition Service
- Award Range
- $100,000 to $2,000,000
- Deadline
- Closed 2026-07-31
- Time Remaining
- This cycle closed on 2026-07-31. Check grants.gov for the next cycle.
- CFDA Number
- 10.541
The FY 2026 CN Technology Innovation Grant for Child and Adult Care Food Program Integrity is a federal funding opportunity administered by the Food and Nutrition Service. This guide covers everything you need to know to determine whether you qualify and how to submit a competitive application once the next cycle opens.
Use our free Grant Finder to discover additional programs you may be eligible for based on your organization type and location.
Eligibility requirements
To qualify for the FY 2026 CN Technology Innovation Grant for Child and Adult Care Food Program Integrity, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Details from the notice: In FY 2026, 57 State agencies are administering CACFP and, therefore, are eligible to apply for the FY 2026 TIG-CACFP. The term State agency means: 1) the State educational agency; and 2) any other agency of the State which has been designated by the Governor or other appropriate executive or legislative authority of the State and approved by USDA to administer CACFP. Applicant types on grants.gov: State governments.
Eligibility requirements can change between funding cycles. Always verify the current criteria on the official Grants.gov listing before beginning your application.
Running a for-profit business? grants.gov lists one applicant type for this program, State governments, and it is not a business type. Save the application hours: see the grants and funding programs businesses can apply for →
Agriculture programs that do list businesses as eligible: Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials for fiscal year (FY) 2026; Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program - Phase 4.
Not a business? Compare other Agriculture programs by who can apply.
How to apply: step by step
- Register on SAM.gov. Every federal grant applicant needs an active SAM (System for Award Management) registration. Allow 2-4 weeks for new registrations to process. Existing registrations must be renewed annually.
- Get a UEI number. Your Unique Entity Identifier is assigned through SAM.gov and replaces the old DUNS number. You will need this on every federal application.
- Review the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Download the full NOFO from the Grants.gov listing. Pay close attention to review criteria, budget limits, and required attachments.
- Prepare your application package. Most federal grants require a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capacity statement, and supporting documents. Follow the page limits and formatting rules exactly.
- Submit through Grants.gov. Create a workspace, upload all required forms and attachments, and submit once the next cycle opens. The system timestamps your submission, and late applications are automatically rejected.
- Confirm receipt. Keep the tracking number or confirmation email, and check back in 1-2 business days that your application passed the validation checks.
For detailed guidance on writing a winning narrative, see our grant writing tips article.
Grant details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Grant Name | FY 2026 CN Technology Innovation Grant for Child and Adult Care Food Program Integrity |
| Funding Agency | Food and Nutrition Service |
| CFDA Number | 10.541 |
| Award Minimum | $100,000 |
| Award Maximum | $2,000,000 |
| Deadline | Closed 2026-07-31 |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Matching Required | No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this program |
| Application Link | Apply on Grants.gov |
Federal grant budgets and priorities shift each fiscal year. The amounts listed above reflect the most recent funding cycle. For the latest figures, check the official program page.
If you are exploring business financing beyond grants, the team at CeoCult covers loans, lines of credit, and alternative funding for founders.
Check your fit for Agriculture grants like this one before you apply: eligibility, match and registration in one worksheet.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the FY 2026 CN Technology Innovation Grant for Child and Adult Care Food Program Integrity?
Details from the notice: In FY 2026, 57 State agencies are administering CACFP and, therefore, are eligible to apply for the FY 2026 TIG-CACFP. The term State agency means: 1) the State educational agency; and 2) any other agency of the State which has been designated by the Governor or other appropriate executive or legislative authority of the State and approved by USDA to administer CACFP. Applicant types on grants.gov: State governments. Requirements can change between cycles, so always verify on the official Grants.gov listing before applying.
Can a for-profit business apply for the FY 2026 CN Technology Innovation Grant for Child and Adult Care Food Program Integrity?
No. grants.gov lists these applicant types for this program, and for-profit businesses are not among them: State governments.
What is the deadline for FY 2026 CN Technology Innovation Grant for Child and Adult Care Food Program Integrity?
The current deadline is closed on 2026-07-31; the next cycle has not been posted. Many federal grants operate on annual or rolling cycles. If this deadline has passed, check the Grants.gov listing for the next funding opportunity.
Does FY 2026 CN Technology Innovation Grant for Child and Adult Care Food Program Integrity require matching funds?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this program. Matching requirements can vary by fiscal year and applicant type, so confirm with the funding agency before committing resources.