is based on a two-tiered rate structure. Providers receive reimbursement for meals served to enrolled children based on economic need as determined by:
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The location of the provider;
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The income of the provider; or
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The household income of each participating child.
Reimbursement rates are set annually by USDA.
The following reimbursement rates will be in effect from
July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012:
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|
Tier 1 |
Tier 2 |
Breakfast |
1.24 |
.45 |
Lunch/Supper |
2.32 |
1.40 |
Snack |
.69 |
.19 |
For more information on the two-tiered rate structure, click here. |