The Basics: What You Need to Know
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Introduction
Provides an overview of this toolkit and how to use it.
Includes statistics, facts and figures about SNAP, key
messages and talking points. Also, lays the groundwork for
how community and faith-based organizations can work with
State and local SNAP offices, as well as other local
nonprofits. |
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SNAP Name Change
In 2008, the Food Stamp Program formally changed its name to
the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This
chapter provides an overview of the reasoning behind the
name change, benefits and challenges related to the name
change, and branding information.
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Community Channels: How to Get the
Word Out |
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Partnerships
Step-by-step instructions and examples on how to maximize
outreach efforts by developing partnerships, including
suggestions for different types of partners, activities for
potential outreach and ideas to gain community involvement. |
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Promising Practices
An overview of Promising Practices with real life examples.
Provides a system to submit your agency’s lessons learned,
what you tried, what worked and what didn’t.
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Engaging Special Populations |
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Cultural Competency
Find practical explanations as to the importance of
effective SNAP outreach across cultures. This section also
includes tips and tools for getting to know those in your
community as well as resources for working effectively with
minority media.
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SNAP: Special Services |
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Disaster
Outreach
Learn about Disaster SNAP and how it differs from the
regular Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Review 10
easy steps to help your organization plan for outreach
before a disaster strikes.
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Tips & Tools: Resources for Outreach |
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Resources
Learn About SNAP resources, including the new Community
Hunger Champions DVD. Also includes lists of regional FNS
contacts, in case you need additional technical assistance. |