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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...
Top 10 Places to Get Free Food
Getting a good meal without emptying your pockets is sometimes necessary. Whether you're trying to make your budget stretch to payday, or just in need of a splurge to brighten a rough week, everyone can appreciate free food. If you or a frie...
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...
Safeguarding Your EBT Benefits: Tactics to Dodge Theft and Protect Your Data
The issue of SNAP benefits theft, particularly in California, has escalated, signaling a red alert for Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) beneficiaries to fortify their account security against...
SNAP Benefits: Work Requirements in a Post-Pandemic United States
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), most commonly known as food stamps, plays an essential role in providing nutritional support to millions of individuals and families in need. Admin...
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...
What is SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and How to Qualify
Food assistance programs have a long history in the United States going back to 1939 with the creation of the FSP program in New York. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP began in 19...
Navigating SNAP Benefits on a Limited Income: Strategies for Healthier Eating
Living on a fixed income can present challenges when it comes to affording nutritious food. For individuals receiving the minimum monthly Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit...
Card Skimmers Target EBT Benefits (Food Stamps)
For Americans who are on food stamps, there's a good-news,bad-news situation that you should know about. The good news first: October SNAP benefits are going to increase again, and so you can expect another $100 or so ...