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February SNAP Benefits: Payment Dates and COLA Updates

In the month of February, many people across various states will be receiving their SNAP Food Stamps assistance through direct deposits onto their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards.  Unlike nationally dist...

Will December SNAP Benefits Be Delayed? Here’s What You Need To Know

Many people rely on SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits to help pay for groceries every month. With recent government shutdowns, some are worried their benefits for December migh...

Analyzing SNAP's Journey: A Comparison Between the Trump and Biden Administrations

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), once known as food stamps, plays a pivotal role in America's social safety net. Aimed at reducing hunger and poverty, SNAP not only s...

Donald Trump's Tariff Policies Threaten Food Affordability for Millions on SNAP

Donald Trump's new trade policies, which involve adding taxes (tariffs) on goods coming from other countries, could make food more expensive for many Americans.  This is especially c...

The 5 Largest Food Assistance Programs in the United States

5 Food Assistance Programs For Americans In Need If you’re struggling to feed yourself or your family in the United States, there is hope in the form of food assistance programs. Food assistance programs p...

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...

Major Changes Coming to SNAP Benefits in 10 US States

Some US states are planning to change what can be bought with SNAP benefits, which help people pay for food. These changes are being pushed by lawmakers in ten states who want to stop the purchase of "junk" foo...

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...

Food Stamp Payment Dates for November 2024: A State-by-State Guide

As November approaches, individuals and families who are part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), widely known as food stamps, are getting ready for their next benefits. SNAP helps pe...