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SNAP Benefits for Non-US Citizens: A Simple Guide

Food is a basic need and when money is tight, it's helpful to know there's assistance available. In the United States, a program called SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps families with low inco...

June CalFresh (SNAP) Payment Dates: What You Need to Know

In June 2025, people who get CalFresh (also known as SNAP) benefits will see their money come in from June 1st to June 10th. How soon you'll get your funds depends on the last number of your case number. If yo...

Empowering Nutrition: Navigating SNAP Benefits with SSDI Support

As individuals juggle financial obligations, the need for nutritional support becomes crucial. For those receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), the question often arises: Can I apply for S...

Updated Food Assistance for Large Families in 2025

When it comes to managing your money, it can really help to know exactly how much cash you're getting, especially if your budget includes help from government programs.  For those getting assistance from the S...

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...

What to Expect with Food Assistance Programs in 2025

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) gives essential help to millions of people in the U.S. who need support buying food every month.  As we move closer to 2025, there are a few updates coming to t...

Double Your SNAP Benefits: A Guide to Getting the Most from Food Assistance

Did you know that in California, a special program can make your SNAP benefits (also known as food stamps) go twice as far when you buy food? This might be news to many since over 41 million peop...

Food Assistance Programs: A Lifeline for America's Children

For millions of American children, reliable access to nutritious food is not a given. Hunger impacts children's health, development, and education. To support children facing food insecurity, federal progr...

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...