Great Reads for Good Food

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) is a helpful program run by the U.S. government that gives free emergency food to people who don't have a lot of money.  It's managed by the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), a ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced that the last set of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) payments for this period, reaching up to $3,102, will be disbursed in Hawaii in Oct...

The food you eat fuels your body, and finding nutritious options that fit within your budget can be a challenge. For low-income individuals and families, SNAP benefits can provide a vital resource to access healthier and m...

If you're getting help with buying food through the SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), also known as food stamps, it's important to remember that these benefits don't last f...

There is common confusion about how much money people receive through SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), formerly known as food stamps. The short answer is no: the vast majority of people do not receive ...

As we approach November, it's time for those enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), often referred to as food stamps, to get ready for their next set of benefits.  SNAP benef...

The Short Answer: No, you generally cannot buy hot food with your EBT card if you receive SNAP benefits (food stamps). This includes items like rotisserie chicken, hot pizza, hot dogs, and hot coffee—basically anything that's warm wh...

As we step into 2025, it’s a great moment to get your finances in order, especially with changes to your income and spending. One key change comes from the US Department of Agriculture's Foo...

2026 has come, and the end of 2025 might have brought a few changes in your life. Maybe there's a new baby in the family, you moved homes, got a promotion or raise, and so many other possibilities.  These changes are a good ...