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The temporary boost to SNAP benefits, known as emergency allotments, will end nationwide after the February 2023 issuance. These Q&As can help answer questions about this and other changes to SNAP benefits.
FNS has a long history of helping to end hunger, reduce diet-related diseases, and accelerate health equity. This report explains who we are, who we serve and highlights key work underway.
The White House released a National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition and Health. USDA is a key player in these efforts, touching each of the five pillars.
USDA Provides Additional Funds to Food Banks and School Meal Programs
Nearly $2 billion in additional funds will help organizations endure supply chain challenges and elevated food costs as they provide nutritious foods to kids and families.
USDA continues to work closely with the White House, HHS and FDA to support families through this challenging time and to bring to a swift end to the shortage.
As the first step in the development of the next Dietary Guidelines, HHS and USDA are releasing proposed scientific questions for public comment. The comment period will be open for 30 days from April 15 through May 16.
USDA Invests $3.5 Million to Provide Food Purchasing Options to Tribal Communities
Demonstration project gives tribal communities that operate the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) greater control over food choices
Our mission is to increase food security and reduce hunger by providing children and low-income people access to food, a healthful diet and nutrition education in a way that supports American agriculture and inspires public confidence.
Who to contact
Most nutrition assistance programs funded by FNS are administered at the state, territory, tribal, or local levels. Select your state, territory, or tribal organization from the dropdowns below to find contact information
Assistance for People of All Ages
Our 15 nutrition assistance programs touch the lives of one in four Americans each year, from infants to the elderly. Taken together, these programs comprise America's nutrition safety net, ensuring that no eligible American goes hungry.
Our 15 nutrition assistance programs touch the lives of one in four Americans each year, from infants to the elderly. Taken together, these programs comprise America's nutrition safety net, ensuring that no eligible American goes hungry.
Our nutrition programs supplement the diets of babies, young children and women with healthy foods, while offering guidance with other needs, including nutrition education and health care referrals.
Assistance for Children from Kindergarten to 12th grade
FNS partners with state agencies to help fight hunger and obesity among school-age children by administering several year-round programs that provide healthy meals.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program provides nutrition benefits to supplement the food budget of needy families so they can purchase healthy food and move towards self-sufficiency.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program provides nutrition benefits to supplement the food budget of needy families so they can purchase healthy food and move towards self-sufficiency.
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children provides federal grants to states for supplemental foods, health care referrals, and nutrition education for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and non-breastfeeding postpartum women, and to infants and children up to age five who are found to be at nutritional risk.
USDA's food distribution programs support consumers and American agricultural producers through purchases of 100% American-grown and -produced foods for use by schools and institutions.
Our child nutrition programs help to ensure that children have access to nutritious meals and snacks in schools, summer programs, childcare centers and homes, and afterschool programs.
The Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion works to improve the health and well-being of Americans by developing and promoting dietary guidance that links scientific research to the nutrition needs of consumers.
In lieu of SNAP, the NAP block grants provide food assistance to low-income households in the U.S. territories of the Puerto Rico, American Samoa, and the CNMI.
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The SNAP Employment & Training (E&T) National Forum was a huge success last month! State agencies and stakeholders gathered together to discuss and build better SNAP E&T programs. Learn more about the forum here https://t.co/F26yEiRqxEhttps://t.co/8wJIo29ZPa
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RT @SecVilsack: Today, @HHSgov and @USDA announced the membership of the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans Committee. These member…
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During the teenage years, you’re beginning to make your own decisions – and that’s pretty awesome! One of the ways you can make smart choices is in the foods you eat. Learn more with these @MyPlate tips https://t.co/36f0hiccFfhttps://t.co/tu6R4tEo03
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Check out these local school wellness policy tools and resources to bring your school community together to create strong school environments that support students’ growth, learning, and well-being! https://t.co/0jumrfz7zwhttps://t.co/NmwYUZhw9h
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Our very own Dr. Sara Bleich presented USDA Actions on #NutritonSecruity at the Come to the Table Summit in Atlanta, GA. The Summit organized by @ProMedica and @RootCauseCo are focused on strengthening intersections between healthcare and nutrition security with USDA. https://t.co/W9Ftdicv2A
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Last month Administrator Cindy Long met with healthy school meal advocates in Nevada to hear about how they were successful in getting legislation passed to feed all school children, regardless of ability to pay, across the state. Learn more https://t.co/fB36hfbjtp#SchoolMealshttps://t.co/XUGrEZmbNn
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