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​​​​​​​Inequality in Food Stamps for Kids: A State-by-State Breakdown

Low-income children across the United States will be receiving increased assistance with food stamps this summer. However, a closer look reveals a disheartening reality — not all sta...

How to Make Healthy Choices with Your SNAP Benefits

The food you eat fuels your body, and finding nutritious options that fit within your budget can be a challenge. For low-income individuals and families, SNAP benefits can provide a vital resource to access healthier and m...

CalFresh Benefits in California for March 2025: What You Need to Know

In 2025, CalFresh, which is California's version of the federal assistance program SNAP, is still helping people get the food they need.  This program uses something called an EBT (Electronic ...

7 Reasons to Ditch Processed Foods for Good

Regarding the modern diet, processed foods may be easy, but they have many potential health drawbacks. High amounts of salt and sugar can take their toll on your body over time. The same case applies to chemicals and trans fats,...

From Hunger to Hope: Empowering Lives Through Food Stamps Support Programs

In today's society, millions of individuals and families struggle to put food on the table. However, thanks to food stamps support programs, many people facing food insecurity receive vital ...

When SNAP Recipients Will Get Their Full November Benefits

The U.S. government recently ended a shutdown that delayed monthly SNAP (food stamp) payments for millions of Americans. After the government reopened, President Trump’s administration told states to make s...

The Future of Food Stamps: What Changes Are Coming and What You Need to Know

For over six decades, the United States food stamp program has provided long-term assistance to families and individuals, granting them access to food. As one of the largest public aid programs i...

The Economic Benefits of SNAP: How Food Stamp Programs Boost Local Economies

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps, plays a significant role in aiding low-income families by providing them with necessary sustenance. The SNAP program...

How Does Having A Job Impact Food Stamp Requirements?

As lawmakers begin to debate the 2023 farm bill before the September 30 expiration of the current bill, the national food stamp program and its related work requirements are once again being heavily scrutinized. The food...