SNAP households will no longer automatically get the maximum benefit allowed through a second payment every month.
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SNAP households will no longer automatically get the maximum benefit allowed through a second payment every month.
“I only ask that the people who have had a hard life and not much money to be able to at least get food during this pandemic.”
Farmers markets are open during the stay-at-home order, and they’ll still be accessible to food stamp shoppers through our Fresh Access program.
The USDA announced that SNAP recipients in PA are allowed to use their benefits to buy groceries online. New legislation will help cover the costs of their delivery fees.
We are organizing our allies and Pa. State Representatives to push key government agencies to protect the safety of food stamp shoppers.
The ability to shop online for groceries with food stamps is more than just a convenience. During this pandemic, it’s possibly a matter of life and death.
This state bill would reduce assistance for the most vulnerable members of our community while punishing them for past mistakes, simple errors, or even a stroke of good luck.
National Farmers Market Week is a great opportunity to shop directly from all the local farms that make our region a great source of fresh, healthy food.
Making farmers market shopping a family activity boosts the health and well-being of our children and our communities for years to come.
Here are three ways you can take action this week to help folks who are at increasing risk of food insecurity.