Since 1960
The credential behind safe, dignified dining.
ANFP is the national association for nutrition and foodservice professionals — nearly 12,000 members who plan, prepare, and protect the meals people depend on every day.
- 12,000
- Members nationwide
- 65+
- Years of practice
- 50
- State chapters
What we do
Three pillars of professional practice
Certification
Earn and maintain the CDM, CFPP credential — the recognized standard for foodservice management in healthcare and senior living.
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Continuing education built for practice: sanitation, clinical nutrition, regulatory compliance, and leadership.
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Community
Chapters, conferences, and a national network of peers who solve the same problems you do.
Learn moreNews
See all newsJuly 15, 2026
Submit a nomination for the 2027 ACE Awards
Nominations for the 2027 Annual Conference & Expo awards are now open.
July 13, 2026
NFEF names 2026 Foodservice Department of the Year
The Nutrition & Foodservice Education Foundation has announced this year's award recipient.
July 8, 2026
ANFP recognizes 2026 award recipients at ACE
Annual awards were presented to members last month in St. Charles, Illinois.
Upcoming events
Full calendar- Sep10
From Reactive to Ready: The Tech-Enabled Dining Compliance Playbook
Webinar · 1.0 GEN CE · Free
- Sep24
2026 Fall Forum — Hybrid Conference
St. Louis, MO · In person & online
- Nov12
Are You Ready to Become a CDM, CFPP?
Information session · Online
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Membership includes CE access, practice resources, chapter events, and the publications that keep you current.