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Changes to the SNAP Program in 2025
In 2025, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the federal government are updating the rules to qualify for the SNAP Food Stamps program. This program is a lifeline for many Americans, helping them buy essential ...
Do You Qualify for WIC? What You Need to Know If You're Receiving SNAP Benefits in 2024
If you're getting SNAP benefits in 2024, you might be wondering if you can also get WIC, which stands for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children. B...
The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) Explained
The Emergency Food Assistance Program, or TEFAP for short, is a special program run by the government that helps people who don't have enough money to buy food. The U.S. Department of Agriculture, also known as ...
USDA Allocates Funding to Combat Hunger and Support Local Food Banks Ahead of Thanksgiving
During Thanksgiving, a time for celebrating with loved ones and reflecting on what we're grateful for, not everyone has enough food to enjoy. To help those facing hunger, e...
Do You Qualify For The SNAP Restaurant Meals Program?
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) limits its beneficiaries to buying food items to be prepared or eaten at home. It doesn’t cover the purchase of hot food at the point of sale, even when bought f...
2024 Presidential Candidates and the Future of America's Food Assistance Programs
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are the central figures of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, each with distinctly different visions for the country's future, especially regarding the Sup...
How to Budget $1937 in Monthly Food Stamps for Your Family
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides vital food assistance to over 40 million Americans each month. For a family of four, the maximum benefit amount is $1937 per month. While this may see...
Fighting Discrimination: How to Report Retailers Who Discriminate Against Food Stamp Users
In recent news, it has come to light that some retailers are discriminating against individuals who use SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits, commonly known as fo...
Getting Your SNAP Benefits in October: When to Expect Them
People who get SNAP benefits, which is a program to help individuals and families afford food, will see their benefits added to their EBT cards every month. However, when you get your benefits depends on wh...