Arkansas Special Nutrition Program (Child and Adult Care Food Program) Bond
Overview
Arkansas organizations that participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) are required to carry this surety bond as a condition of their program agreement. It protects the state against financial loss if a sponsoring organization or independent center fails to use federal nutrition funds appropriately. Bond Titan makes it fast and straightforward to get bonded so your program can stay compliant and keep serving meals.
Who Needs This Bond?
Daycare centers, after-school programs, and adult care facilities operating in Arkansas under a CACFP sponsorship or independent center agreement are the primary applicants for this bond. If your organization receives reimbursements through the Special Nutrition Program administered by the Arkansas Department of Education's Child Nutrition Unit, you likely need this bond before your agreement is finalized. Any new or renewing CACFP participant that handles federal food reimbursement funds on behalf of the program will be subject to this requirement.
What is this Bond For?
This bond guarantees that your organization will properly account for and use the federal reimbursement funds it receives through the Arkansas Child and Adult Care Food Program. If funds are misused, misappropriated, or improperly claimed, the bond provides the state a financial remedy to recover those losses. It is a condition of the program agreement — not optional — and it signals to the state that your organization stands behind its obligations under the nutrition program.
When is it Required?
Before your CACFP program agreement is approved or renewed, the state will request proof of this bond. It is typically required at the application stage or when a participating organization is identified as needing additional financial assurance. Do not wait until your agreement is under review — having the bond ready in advance keeps your application moving without delays.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond applies statewide across Arkansas. It is a requirement tied to the Arkansas Child and Adult Care Food Program, which is administered at the state level. Any organization operating in Arkansas under a CACFP agreement — regardless of which county or city it serves — must meet this bonding requirement.
How to Buy Online
Click the Buy This Bond Online button on this page to open the secure surety portal in a new tab. Complete your application, and once approved, your bond documents will be ready for submission to the state. The entire process is online — no phone calls, no waiting on a callback.
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