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The BFNEP contract year begins October 1st and runs through September 30th. Trainings are held each spring to assist new contractors in submitting a fundable application. Applications are due by May 1st.

Interested in learning more about BFNEP application requirements or receiving an information packet? contact Harriett Hobbs at Harriett.Hobbs@doh.wa.gov

• BFNEP Brochure (PDF,1.6 MB)

• FY09 Program Timeline (MS Word, 32KB)

• Contractor Responsibilities (MS Word, 34KB)

• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) (MS Word, 44KB)

• FY09 USDA Guidance (PDF, 5.38MB)

• Application How to Guide (MS Word, 114KB)

• Sample FY09 Application (MS Word, 240KB)

• Current Contractors Project Descriptions (MS Word, 32KB)

Benefits of BFNEP

• Brings funding to Local Government Agencies and Indian Tribal Organizations to fill in dwindling local funds 

• Can be a good resource to provide nutrition education to Basic Food Program participants

• Enables agencies to enhance educational efforts in programs like WIC 

What Does DOH Offer?

• Ongoing support and technical assistance

• Website to enhance communication

• Trainings

• Networking opportunities

• Great accessibility to staff

• Part of a bigger effort – align our goal and objectives with WA State Nutrition and Physical Activity Plan

Links to external resources are provided as a public service and do not imply endorsement by the Washington State Department of Health.

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Last Updated:  04/01/2008 08:23 AM