Association for Child Development
Wellness and Fitness ServicesMichigan, United States11-50 Employees
The Association for Child Development (ACD) is a nonprofit organization focused on educating parents and caregivers about nutrition to support children's development and establish lifelong healthy eating habits. It operates in the wellness and fitness services sector and administers one of the largest CACFP sponsorships in the nation for Illinois and Michigan. Based in East Lansing, Michigan, ACD oversees a network of providers, including more than 4,700 child care homes and 50 centers. The organization processes monthly reimbursement payments for these providers, enabling nutrition programs that feed nearly 50,000 children each day. By combining nutrition education with program administration, ACD serves both caregivers and child care facilities as they implement meals and snacks through CACFP. As a mid-sized nonprofit, it focuses on ensuring access to nutritious meals and sustained healthy eating practices within its service regions.