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Updated as of September 8, 2025 With unemployment rates still above 3%, many are turning to government programs for support. One of the most well-known is the Supplemental Nutrition...

This week, a significant change has started for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in the United States. New rules are now in effect in five states, blocking the use of SNAP benefits to buy soft drinks, can...

Last Updated: March 16, 2025 In 2025, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the federal government are updating the rules to qualify for the SNAP Food Stamps program.  This ...

Food assistance programs are critical in reducing hunger and improving the well-being of low-income individuals and families in the United States. These programs provide financial assist...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps over 42 million low-income Americans buy food. Traditionally, SNAP benefits are used to purchase groceries at stores, allowing people to make meals...

In June 2025, people who get CalFresh (also known as SNAP) benefits will see their money come in from June 1st to June 10th. How soon you'll get your funds depends on the last number of your case number. If yo...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently approved requests from six states to limit what people can buy with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. These changes mean that people in Hawa...

Starting in June 2025, families in 16 states and Washington, D.C., will receive extra financial help for groceries through the Summer EBT program, also known as "SUN Bucks." Each eligible child will get...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) plays a vital role in assisting low-income individuals and families in accessing nutritious food. In Montana, SNAP recipients eagerly anticipate the January payments...