Here’s Some Great News If You Need Food Assistance

Start talking about the coronavirus, and some people may express concerns for their health. What will others say they worry about? Their finances, as the pandemic has caused catastrophic economic loss all around the globe.

What happens when your finances suffer? Your nutrition can suffer, and if your money gets low enough, you may worry about where your family’s next meal will come from.

To help alleviate this worry, President Biden has taken action to fight food insecurity. Beyond his moves, several food programs can help, which we’ll reveal as well.

How President Biden Is Fighting Food Insecurity

It’s been a busy few first days for President Biden, and here’s what he’s done so far to ensure everyone gets the nutrition they need to be as healthy as possible:

Food Stamps aka SNAP

Increased funding to states by 15 percent, adding that this increase should be extended as long as possible.
Asked for the Thrifty Food Plan to be revised, making it easier for people to qualify for food stamps.

Pandemic-EBT

Increased funding to this program by 15 percent, helping low-income students buy food to replace meals lost due to school closures.

Calls To Congress for Additional Food Assistance Action

Wants an extra $3 billion in funding for WIC so women and children can supplement their nutrition.
Is asking for $1 billion in food assistance to U.S. territories.
Requests greater involvement by restaurants in the food supply process so they can still function and pay their workers.

Biden will likely continue to fight for additional food assistance for families in need, so keep your eyes peeled for more news on this topic. As for ways to get food assistance right now, here are some of the most popular programs that help people of all ages:

• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) – More commonly known as food stamps, this program can give you money each month to shop for groceries. Now’s the best time to apply since Biden is increasing benefits, and it could become easier than ever to become eligible.
• Special Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) – If you’re pregnant, just had a child, or have very young children, this program can help with all the nutritional necessities. With possibly $3 billion in extra funding on the way, applying for WIC could give your budget much-needed breathing room.
• The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) – If you’re on the verge of starvation because you’ve run out of food, TEFAP may be just what the doctor ordered.
• School Breakfast Program (SBP) – Schools look like they’re on the way to opening once again. The SBP can give your kids a healthy breakfast to start their day.
• National School Lunch Program (NSLP) – Kids who qualify for this program can get free or low-cost lunches.
• Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) – Seniors have been hit particularly hard by COVID-19. CSFP relieves the burden of buying food by offering seniors free, healthy options.