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Texas Offers Relief to SNAP and WIC Recipients Affected by Hurricane Beryl

In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, which left extensive damage across South Texas on July 8, including flooding, property damage, and widespread power outages affecting over two million people, the...

Where to Find Food Assistance During the California Fires

In the wake of the devastating California fires, communities are coming together to support the affected individuals and their families.  Among the essentials, access to food during such critical times is par...

SNAP September 2024 Payment Schedule Across the United States

As we edge closer to a new month, households across the United States anticipate the upcoming round of benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).  Commonly referred to as food sta...

When Will October 2025 SNAP Payments Be Sent Out?

Millions of Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to help pay for groceries each month. SNAP benefits are loaded onto electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards, which people can use at most ...

Can You Use Your EBT Card at H Mart?

Yes, H Mart accepts EBT cards for in-store grocery purchases at most of their locations. If you receive SNAP benefits (also known as food stamps), you can use your EBT card to buy groceries when you shop at an H Mart store. However, y...

State Disparities: The Unequal Expansion of Food Stamps for Kids

A startling disparity is emerging across the United States as a new program expands food stamp benefits for low-income families with children during the summer. While more than half of the states are part...

SNAP Benefits Fail to Meet Meal Costs in Majority of US Counties

In 2023, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits proved insufficient to cover the costs of a modest meal in 98% of counties across the United States, a comprehensive analysis by the Urban...

Grocery Prices: What’s Getting Cheaper and What’s Still Going Up

U.S. shoppers are finally seeing some relief at the grocery store, but the news is a mixed bag. While prices for some kitchen staples are finally dropping after years of high inflation, other everyday item...

SNAP Benefit Delays Plaguing States and Territories

Across the United States, an undercurrent of anxiety and uncertainty has swept through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) as recipients grapple with persistent delays in accessing their crucial food benef...