{"id":11909,"date":"2020-07-17T15:57:29","date_gmt":"2020-07-17T15:57:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/state.nokidhungry.org\/indiana\/?page_id=11909"},"modified":"2025-03-14T20:06:44","modified_gmt":"2025-03-14T20:06:44","slug":"useful-resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/state.nokidhungry.org\/indiana\/useful-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;11568&#8243; image_size=&#8221;large_featured&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<strong>No Kid Hungry<\/strong>\u00a0is committed to ensuring that program sponsors, community partners, and advocates have the resources and tools they need to ensure all kids have the food they need to thrive. We\u2019ve highlighted several current resources below, including resources specifically for Indiana schools and families.<\/p>\n<p>To access our full national resource library, visit our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/bestpractices.nokidhungry.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Center for Best Practices<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0website.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; 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SNAP can help families weather financial hardship and ensure access to healthy food.<\/p>\n<p>As trusted messengers, schools and community organizations are an important source of information for families. This toolkit includes sample SNAP outreach materials in English and Spanish that can be customized with the local details and specifics that best serve your community.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/state.nokidhungry.org\/indiana\/karmic_resources\/snap-outreach-flyer\/\">SNAP Flyer<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana can help you find out if you may be eligible for SNAP benefits.<\/p>\n<h2>Pandemic EBT<\/h2>\n<p>The Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) program helps families afford food during this crisis. It provides an Electronic Benefits Transfer card that can be used at grocery stores \u2013 and in some states, to purchase groceries online \u2013 that contains the value of the breakfasts and lunches missed due to school closures.\u00a0<strong>If you believe your family qualifies for this benefit and have not received it,<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.in.gov\/fssa\/dfr\/5805.htm\"><strong>please visit the FSSA website to submit an inquiry.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>See below for more information and a summary of resources:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.in.gov\/fssa\/files\/Snap_FAQ.pdf\">FAQs on SNAP<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/express.adobe.com\/page\/xXlr6eX1mQHQn\/\">SNAP Outreach in Schools Toolkit<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/feedingindianashungry.org\/federal-food-assistance-programs\/\">Feeding Indiana\u2019s Hungry Resources<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/bestpractices.nokidhungry.org\/resource\/faqs-pandemic-ebt-children-schools\" rel=\"bookmark\">FAQs On Pandemic-EBT For Children In Schools<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/bestpractices.nokidhungry.org\/resource\/faqs-pandemic-ebt-p-ebt-children-covered-child-care-facilities\" rel=\"bookmark\">FAQs On Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) For Children In Covered Child Care Facilities<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Need more information and have other questions? Visit the Indiana state\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.in.gov\/fssa\/dfr\/5805.htm\">website to learn more<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;214ecf2d-3f0a-2&#8243; title=&#8221;Recipes + Nutrition Education&#8221; id=&#8221;6c2ac916-6bd4-10&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2>Recipes<\/h2>\n<p>Looking for ways to spice up your menu? Check out the following enticing recipes to help you implement some appealing and delicious ideas into your own menu.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smore.com\/ybr4f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Indiana Recipe Inspiration<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theicn.org\/cnrb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Child Nutrition Recipe Box<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theicn.org\/cnss\/view\/approved-public-resources\/entry\/161\/\">CACFP Menu Checklist with Best Practices<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatgathergo.org\/recipes\/\">Purdue University Recipes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.choosemyplate.gov\/myplatekitchen\/recipes\">USDA Choose My Plate Kitchen Recipes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/foodhero.org\/recipes\/healthy-recipes\">Food Hero<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theicn.org\/cnss\/view\/approved-public-resources\/?gv_search=&amp;filter_31=cntp-10&amp;filter_32%5B%5D=&amp;filter_14=&amp;mode=all\">ICN Monthly Recipe Ideas<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1tC_UYGps5S66x-VWRBH2PPvC6SPRu_rtGTiw3pgJB7s\/edit#gid=1533397757\">Calendar of recipes for breakfast and lunch<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/x70qf2omd3j1myjzz16p9h6m-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nutrition-on-the-Go-Handout.pdf\">Nutrition on the Move \u2013 Grab and Go Menu Ideas<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usdairy.com\/news-articles\/five-easy-lunch-box-ideas-for-kids\">US Dairy Five Easy Lunch Box Recipe Ideas<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/starkistfoodservice.com\/recipes\/segments\/k-12?utm_source=SNS+DPG+42&amp;utm_campaign=be72e980cc-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_Oct_StarKist&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_term=0_8ce02e386e-be72e980cc-13852909\">StarKist Foodservice K-12 Recipes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tysonfoodservice.com\/your-channel\/k-12\/recipes\">Tyson Food Service Recipe Ideas<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/foodplanner.healthiergeneration.org\/menu-plans\/\">Menu Ideas for Breakfast, Lunch, Summer, Summer, Snack<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/bestpractices.nokidhungry.org\/resource\/recipe-handouts-share-alongside-summer-meals\">Recipe &amp; Food Skills Handouts to Share Alongside Summer Meals<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Nutrition Education<\/h2>\n<p>Looking for an enrichment program for your after-school meal program? Or are you looking for nutrition education for virtual learning? Check out these options to provide activities for students:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/2541632399498500\/\">Fruit and Veggie Yoga<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/JgD3sqkN06E\">Tortilla Cooking Workshop for Kids<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/state.nokidhungry.org\/indiana\/karmic_resources\/nutrition-education-program-by-purdue-extension\/\">Free Nutrition Education Lessons Available for Afterschool Snack or Supper Program<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/state.nokidhungry.org\/indiana\/karmic_resources\/nutrition-education-lessons-available-for-virtual-learning\/\">Free Nutrition Education Lessons Available to\u00a0incorporate into your virtual learning<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theicn.org\/cnss\/view\/approved-public-resources\/?gv_search=&amp;filter_31=cntp-7&amp;filter_32%5B%5D=&amp;filter_14=&amp;mode=all\">Child Nutrition Education<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1qImbTYh2q2WWySSzhqto0ILtD-ckM-Db\/view\">Summer Playbook by American Dairy Association Indiana<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biggreenathome.org\/\">Big Green at Home<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;9e872704-7ec6-3&#8243; title=&#8221;Afterschool Meals&#8221; id=&#8221;00c96f1d-0274-8&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]I am text block. Click edit button to change this text. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;0c2abe20-543d-4&#8243; title=&#8221;Summer Meals&#8221; id=&#8221;3d951b83-972d-6&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2>Summer Meals<\/h2>\n<p>Summer meals, served at schools and community locations, help to ensure that kids have access to healthy meals year-round.<\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fns.usda.gov\/sfsp\/summer-food-service-program\"><strong>Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is a federally-funded, state-administered program. 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