Child nutrition fraud cases by state
| State | Announcements | More |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 36 | Minnesota Child nutrition cases |
| Louisiana | 2 | |
| Oklahoma | 1 | |
| Pennsylvania | 1 |
Where to report child nutrition program fraud
- USDA Office of Inspector General hotline: Fraud in school meals, summer meals and the Child and Adult Care Food Program
- America.gov/fraud (WHIP reward portal): Required route if you want a WHIP award of $10,000–$30,000
Full steps and reward rules: how to report child nutrition program fraud.
Latest announcements
Source: U.S. Department of Justice press releases, classified by WHIP Reward. Each row is one press release; the same case can appear at several stages, so amounts should not be added. Charged cases are allegations. Search all 40 in the database.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I report child nutrition program fraud?
USDA Office of Inspector General hotline: Fraud in school meals, summer meals and the Child and Adult Care Food Program. America.gov/fraud (WHIP reward portal): Required route if you want a WHIP award of $10,000–$30,000.
Can I get a reward for reporting child nutrition program fraud?
Yes. USDA Food and Nutrition Service programs are covered by the federal WHIP program, which pays $10,000–$30,000 per tip that leads to criminal charges. Larger cases can be brought under the False Claims Act, which pays 15–30% of what the government recovers.