🛡️ Non‑Discrimination Statement (USDA & CACFP)

The Child Development Center of Jackson County participates in the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on:

• Race

• Color

• National origin

• Religion

• Sex

• Disability

• Age

• Marital status

• Family/parental status

• Income derived from a public assistance program

• Political beliefs

• Reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity

(Not all bases apply to all programs.)

Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.

♿ Accessibility & Communication Assistance

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language) should contact:

• The State or local agency administering the program, or

• USDA through the Telecommunications Relay Service at 711 (voice and TTY)

Program information may also be available in languages other than English.

📝 How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint

To file a program discrimination complaint:

1. Complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form (AD‑3027)

   • Available online at: How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint

   • Available at any USDA office

2. Or write a letter addressed to USDA including all information requested in the form.

To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632‑9992.

Submit your completed form or letter by:

Mail:  

U.S. Department of Agriculture

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

1400 Independence Avenue, SW

Mail Stop 9410

Washington, D.C. 20250‑9410

Fax:  (202) 690‑7442

Email: program.intake@usda.gov

🌐 USDA Equal Opportunity Statement

USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.