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USDA Grants Funding for Rural Food Support Before Thanksgiving

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, many families look forward to a bountiful meal. However, not everyone has enough food on their table. Luckily, help is on the way for those in need in more rural and less...

The 2024 Election: What's at Stake for Food Assistance Programs

As Americans gear up for the 2024 Presidential Election, the spotlight is on Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, two candidates with starkly different plans for the nation's food assistance programs.   K...

SNAP Benefits and Employment Obligations in the United States After the Pandemic

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly referred to as food stamps, is vital for offering nutritional support to countless individuals and families facing hardship. The ...

Everything You Need to Know about the Child and Adult Food Program (CACFP)

One of the bigger expenses for care centers for children and adults involves providing nutritious meals, but one federal program can help deflect part of that cost. The Child and Adult Care Food Prog...

​​​​​​​Expanding the Benefits of SNAP: Surprising Discounts Your EBT Card Covers

SNAP, also known as food stamps, plays a crucial role in helping low-income households afford nutritious food. However, what many may not realize is that in addition to month...

Helping Families Put Food on the Table: The Ongoing Efforts to Improve SNAP Benefits

Across the United States, millions of families rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, to afford groceries each month. For struggli...

Understanding Food Stamps for Students: A Guide to SNAP Benefits

Navigating financial challenges as a student can be overwhelming, especially when juggling the demands of education without a steady income. To alleviate some of the financial burdens, many students turn t...

Free Phone Service Through Lifeline Program

Cell phones are a necessity. Living without a cell phone is not only inconvenient, but it can also be dangerous. Criminal activity is going on everywhere, so you need a cell phone to keep yourself and loved ones safe. Unfortunately,...

Payment Dates for December SNAP Benefits Announced: Stay Updated

As the end of the year approaches, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released the payment dates for December's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. This information is cruci...