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Understanding SNAP Benefits for Non-US Citizens

Established in 1939, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as the federal Food Stamp Program, has evolved into the foremost nutritional aid program in the U.S. As of April 2023, over 21.5 million...

The 2024 Election: What's at Stake for Food Assistance Programs

As Americans gear up for the 2024 Presidential Election, the spotlight is on Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, two candidates with starkly different plans for the nation's food assistance programs.   K...

Understanding TEFAP: A Quick Guide

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) is a helpful program run by the U.S. government that gives free emergency food to people who don't have a lot of money.  It's managed by the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), a ...

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...

Protecting Your EBT Benefits: Strategies to Prevent Theft and Keep Your Information Safe

Thieves stealing SNAP benefits in California has become a big problem. People getting these benefits, also known as EBT benefits, need to be careful to keep their information safe from ...

Keep Your Food Stamp Benefits: Recertification Deadline on February 2025

Even though some government support programs have stopped because of decisions from President Donald Trump's time in office, food stamps are still available.  If your family uses the Supple...

SNAP Food Stamps Payments Coming in January 2025

For those receiving SNAP Food Stamps, payment dates vary depending on where you live. Regardless of location, all eligible individuals will receive their payments on their EBT cards in January. Find out more: What is SNAP ...

SNAP Benefits Release Schedule in October for Each State

The SNAP program gives extra money each month to help Americans with low or no income buy the food they need. This help is given through EBT cards, kind of like debit cards, that get filled with money each month. ...

Potential Cuts to Food Stamps in President Trump's Second Term

A critical topic on the 2025 economic agenda for the new U.S. government is gaining attention: the future of food stamps, officially known as SNAP benefits.  This program plays a vital role in combating ...