Blake Stanford Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award for Dedication to Child and Adult Care Food Program
In a heartwarming ceremony at the National Child Nutrition Conference in Orlando, Blake Stanford was awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by the National CACFP Sponsors Association (NCA) for his unwavering commitment to the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) community.
For nearly four decades, Blake has been a driving force in the CACFP community, serving as the founder, president, and board chairman of the Southwest Human Development Services Corporation. Under his leadership, the nonprofit sponsoring organization has grown from 50 to 850 family child care homes across Texas, impacting the lives of countless children and families.
Blake’s dedication to the child care community is unparalleled, with over 20 years of service on the NCA Board of Directors. Throughout his tenure, he has inspired growth, leadership, and accomplishment among board members and the NCA team, setting ambitious goals to advance the Association.
“Blake is like an artist, bringing his vision to life with passion and heart,” said Lisa Mack, President & CEO of NCA. “His love of art is evident in everything he does, including his volunteer work with NCA.”
Since 1986, NCA has been a pillar of support for the USDA CACFP community, providing advocacy, education, and resources to ensure nutrition security for families. Blake’s legacy will undoubtedly live on at the organization, inspiring future generations to continue his work.
The NCA is proud to honor Blake Stanford for his outstanding contributions to the CACFP community, and his dedication to improving the lives of children and families across the country.
