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Why the Governmentโs Plan to Control What People Buy with Food Assistance Won't Make America Healthier
President Donald Trump's nominee for the Health and Human Services Department, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has a big goal: he wants to make America healthy again. ...
Keep Your Food Stamp Benefits: Recertification Deadline on February 2025
Even though some government support programs have stopped because of decisions from President Donald Trump's time in office, food stamps are still available. If your family uses the Supple...
Final SNAP Benefits for February Set for Distribution
February's final roll-out of SNAP benefits is just around the corner. If you're waiting for this month's assistance, now’s the time to keep a close eye on your account. Most states have already start...
Many Eligible Americans Missing Out: Learn How to Access Your SNAP Benefits Now
Millions of Americans who could get help buying food aren't asking for it, says the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). They're trying extra hard to let college students know...
Upcoming Increases in SNAP and Social Security Benefits for December 2024
In December, people in the United States who get help from SNAP (a program that helps with food) and Social Security (a program that gives money to retirees and others) will see more money coming their ...
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...
December 2024 SNAP Payment Schedule: What You Need to Know
In December 2024, there's big news for people who get help buying food from the SNAP program in the United States. SNAP, which stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, gives monthly money to low-inc...
Understanding TEFAP: A Quick Guide
The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) is a helpful program run by the U.S. government that gives free emergency food to people who don't have a lot of money. It's managed by the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), a ...
A Quick Guide: When to Expect SNAP Benefits in November 2024
As we approach November, it's time for those enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), often referred to as food stamps, to get ready for their next set of benefits. SNAP benef...