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Combined Benefits: Key Dates for Social Security and SNAP Payments in December 2024

Many Americans rely on benefits like Social Security and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to help with their expenses.  Social Security is a program that gives mo...

Where to Find Food Assistance During the California Fires

In the wake of the devastating California fires, communities are coming together to support the affected individuals and their families.  Among the essentials, access to food during such critical times is par...

How to Budget $1937 in Monthly Food Stamps for Your Family

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides vital food assistance to over 40 million Americans each month. For a family of four, the maximum benefit amount is $1937 per month. While this may see...

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...

Fighting Discrimination: How to Report Retailers Who Discriminate Against Food Stamp Users

In recent news, it has come to light that some retailers are discriminating against individuals who use SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits, commonly known as fo...

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...

Texas Offers Relief to SNAP and WIC Recipients Affected by Hurricane Beryl

In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, which left extensive damage across South Texas on July 8, including flooding, property damage, and widespread power outages affecting over two million people, the...

Getting Your SNAP Benefits in October: When to Expect Them

People who get SNAP benefits, which is a program to help individuals and families afford food, will see their benefits added to their EBT cards every month.  However, when you get your benefits depends on wh...

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) Explained

The Emergency Food Assistance Program, or TEFAP for short, is a special program run by the government that helps people who don't have enough money to buy food. The U.S. Department of Agriculture, also known as ...