Food Stamps

Food Stamp Facts

The food stamp program helps low-income people buy food. Although it is a federal government program, it is run by state or local agencies.

Food Stamps & Other Nutrition Programs

Information on Food Stamps for low income individuals and families.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Stamps) Pre-Screening Eligibility Tool

Find out if you meet the eligibility requirements to receive food stamps.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Hotline Numbers

Information on each state's contact information for their Food Stamp program.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Local Offices

Information on how to find your local office for the SNAP program, often called "food stamps."

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Rules for the Elderly & Disabled

Information on the special rules for the SNAP for households that include an elderly or disabled member.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): Applicants & Recipients

Information on who might be eligible for food stamps and what the rules are for receiving and using them.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): Resources, Income & Benefits

Information on what income and resources are considered when determining food stamp eligibility.

U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Stamp Information

Provides information on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) with links to publications and an information hotline.

U.S. Department of Agriculture Nutrition Assistance Programs

Description of various nutrtion assistance services offered by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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