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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...
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. ...
Can People on Disability Get Food Assistance Through SNAP?
Disabilities can impact anyone, affecting both health and finances significantly. Many American adults living with disabilities are more prone to health issues like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. The...
Revolutionizing SNAP Benefits: The New Bill Proposing Microchipped EBT Cards
Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards have become an increasingly common means of distributing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to those in need. However, recent secu...
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...
Companies That Offer Free Food and Other Free Resources for Your Family
Food insecurity is a serious problem in the United States. Case in point, an estimated 40 million Americans are struggling to put food on the table as we speak. For low-income families espe...
Food Assistance Programs Expand to Meet Growing Need
As costs rise and wages stagnate, hunger is an ever-present threat for many. The government aims to combat food insecurity through programs like SNAP and Social Security. Recent policy changes will boost aid for ...
Changes to the Food Stamps Program You Need to Know
Food insecurity is happening far more often than most folks realize. The latest figures from April 2023 show that 41.9 million people in 22.2 million households received SNAP benefits. That comes down to recipients makin...
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...