The following documents and links are available to assist you during the grant period:

Illinois HealthierUS School Challenge Mini-grant Documents:

• Budget Page - use for amendments
• Action Plan Page - use for amendments
• Progress Report - Due May 14, 2012
• Request for Reimbursement - Due May 14, 2012
• Guidelines for Spending Mini-grant Funds ILNET

If you have any questions about the mini-grant documents please contact Becca Hannon at bhannon@kidsroe.org or 1-800-466-7998 x254.

Preparing to Take the Challenge:

• HealthierUS School Challenge Website USDA
• Illinois HealthierUS School Challenge Mini-Grant Resources ILNET
• HealthierUS School Challenge Resources USDA
• Effective Nutrition Education Resources ILNET
• Whole Grains Resource USDA
• Practical Ideas for Incorporating Dried Beans, Dried Peas, and Whole Grains Into School Lunch Menus ILNET
• HealthierUS School Challenge Competitive Foods Calculator USDA

For information and assistance in completing the online HUSSC application the USDA has created a free webcast at http://teamnutrition.usda.gov/healthierus/training.html.

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