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December 2024 SNAP Payment Schedule: Essential Information for Recipients

In December 2024, there are important updates for those who receive assistance through the SNAP program (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) in the United States. SNAP provides monthly funds to...

Extra SNAP Funds are Coming to California Families This June

California families who depend on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will see a bit more in their grocery budgets this June. During a time when many children are on summer break and school mea...

7 Simple Habits To Keep You On Track For Healthy Eating Goals

Maintaining a healthy diet is an essential aspect of a healthy lifestyle. It can help you manage your weight, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and improve your overall well-being. However, sticking to a hea...

SNAP Benefits and Food Security for College Students

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SUN Meals: Free Summer Food Program for Kids and Teens

What is SUN Meals? SUN Meals is a fantastic program that lets kids and teenagers enjoy free meals and snacks during the summer. These free meals are available at various places like schools, parks, and other spots ...

Extra SNAP benefits have ended, but there's ways you can alleviate the impact

Key Points: The additional SNAP benefits that were provided during the pandemic will no longer be available as of this week. This is particularly unfortunate given the persistent problem...

How Rising Food Costs in America Has Impacted Low to Middle-Income Families

A recent survey by Intuit Credit Karma reveals a concerning trend: 27% of Americans are skipping meals to cope with skyrocketing food costs, a situation exacerbated by a 25% increase in grocery prices...

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...

New EBT Card Locking Feature Helps Fight SNAP Benefit Theft

SNAP, the food assistance program, has seen growing problems with fraud in several U.S. states. Many people have had their benefits stolen through tricks like skimming (devices that copy card information) and phish...