How to Claim

Guidance and Resources for submitting accurate claims in the Colorado Nutrition Portal.

Quick Links

2020-21 claiming flowchart

National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, and Afterschool Snack Program 

Important information about school year 2020-21 claims

Sponsors that choose to operate the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) through June 30, 2021 will enter claims under SFSP (red tile).

For more information or if an alternate version of a document is needed, please contact the Summer team at summermealprogram@cde.state.co.us.

Reimbursement claims are due 60 days after the end of each month. 

• Claim Due Dates (PDF)
  • USDA Guidance for Local and State Agencies on 60-Day Claim Submission and 90-Day Reporting Requirements (PDF)

For more information or if an alternate version of a document is needed, contact free&reducedpriceschoolmeals@cde.state.co.us​