Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 160 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Chapter 160-1
Subject 160-1-4 - GRANT PROGRAMS
Rule 160-1-4-.276 - National School Lunch Program (NSLP) Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program Grants for School Food Authorities

1.Purpose of Grant. The purpose of this annual federal grant is to improve school climate, school safety, and student health by providing funds for students to receive fresh vegetable or fresh fruit snacks during the school day but outside of the meal periods.

2.Term and Conditions. Recipients must meet the federal eligibility criteria and state criteria. Recipients must follow all applicable federal and state procurement requirements.

3.Eligible Recipients. Only elementary schools where 50 percent or more of the enrolled students are eligible for free or reduced-price meals in School Food Authorities (SFAs) that operate the National School Lunch Program may apply for the grant. Priority will be given to SFAs with the greatest percentage of enrolled students eligible for free or reduced-price meals.

4.Criteria for Award. Applications are reviewed by the Georgia Department of Education for adherence to the terms and conditions described above. Grant awards will be based on percentages of students eligible for free or reduced- price meals, the completeness and correctness of the SFAs application, and evidence that the SFA is in good standing in all of their programs within the NSLP.

5.Directions and Deadlines for Applying. Requests for information and applications should be made to School Nutrition Program, Georgia Department of Education, 1662 Twin Towers East, Atlanta, Georgia 30334.