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Sarah Huckabee Sanders Suggests Changes to SNAP Benefits
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has reached out to the Food and Nutrition Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) with a suggestion to change what foods can be bought with SNAP benefits, which ma...
Where Can You Use SNAP Benefits? A Guide to Online and In-Store Shopping
For the millions of Americans using the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), buying groceries has become much more convenient. While you used to have to visit a supermarket in person, y...
Can You Use EBT at Gas Stations?
Yes, many gas stations accept EBT cards. However, this usually applies to gas stations that have a convenience store attached. Not every gas station will take EBT, and not everything you see on the shelves can be purchased with your benef...
Can You Use SNAP to Buy Soda and Candy in Another State?
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) is a federal program that helps people buy food using an EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) card. But if your state bans you from using SNAP to buy items like soda o...
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 ...
How to Renew Your SNAP Benefits: A Quick Guide
Losing your SNAP benefits unexpectedly is difficult, just like it was for Ms. C from Bronx, who found herself without the $200 monthly assistance for groceries. To prevent these types of surprises, it's important to know ho...
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...
The Best Canned Foods for a Healthy Kitchen
Many people think that "fresh is always best," but canned foods are often just as nutritious as fresh ones. They are also more affordable, last a long time in your pantry, and save you a lot of prep time in the kitchen. ...
βββββββInequality in Food Stamps for Kids: A State-by-State Breakdown
Low-income children across the United States will be receiving increased assistance with food stamps this summer. However, a closer look reveals a disheartening reality — not all sta...