Top Federal Food Assistance Programs

The average American household spends most of its money— 62% of an average $56,000 in annual expenditures — on just three things: housing, transportation, and food.

If you are trying to cut costs and save money, food is an area where you can make some immediate changes. These Federal Food Assistance Programs support families that are struggling with hunger. All of us need help sometimes. If you or someone needs access to food or other assistance, these programs may offer you and your family the support you’ve been searching for.

Help for families with a young child or infant:

SNAP – Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
WIC – Women, Infants, and Children
CACFP – The Child Care and Adult Care Food Program

Help for families with a child or teen:

NSLP – The National School Lunch Program
SFSP – The Summer Food Service Program
SBP – The School Breakfast Program

Help for family members over 60:

CSFP – The Commodity Supplemental Food Program

Other:

TEFAP – The Emergency Food Assistance Program

This helpful chart provides a brief description of each program and allows you to easily compare each to find the assistance best suited for your needs. Click on the specific program to discover if you’re eligible and how to apply.

You can also connect with your local food bank here.

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