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Double Up Food Bucks

National

Doubles SNAP benefits when spent on fresh fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets.

Food & Nutrition

Feeding America Food Bank Network

National

Network of 200+ food banks providing free groceries and meals to families in need.

Food & Nutrition

Meals on Wheels

National

Free or low-cost home-delivered meals for homebound seniors and disabled adults.

Food & Nutrition

National School Lunch Program

National

Free or reduced-price school lunches for income-eligible children.

Food & Nutrition

School Breakfast Program

National

Free or reduced-price breakfast at school for income-eligible students.

Food & Nutrition

Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program

National

Annual coupons worth $20–$50 for low-income seniors to buy fresh produce at farmers markets.

Food & Nutrition

SNAP — Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

National

Monthly food assistance benefits (formerly food stamps) for low-income households.

Food & Nutrition

Summer Food Service Program

National

Free meals for children 18 and under at approved sites during summer months.

Food & Nutrition

USDA Commodity Supplemental Food Program

National

Monthly food packages for low-income seniors 60+ including canned goods, grains, and dairy.

Food & Nutrition

WIC — Women, Infants and Children

National

Free healthy foods, nutrition education, and health referrals for pregnant and postpartum women and young children.

Food & Nutrition