SNAP Newsletter_MayJune_XIV
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The document provides information about volunteer opportunities to assist with SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) applications on Long Island. It lists various locations and dates where volunteers are needed to provide SNAP application assistance. It also provides information about other nutrition-related community events and policy changes related to SNAP benefits.
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The Greater High Point Food Alliance is educating the community about the necessities of operating a successful food drive. They are providing a toolkit that lists the most needed food items for different groups like infants, children, adults with dietary restrictions, and seniors. The Alliance is fighting food insecurity in the area by tackling issues of food availability, access, and use. They are seeking volunteers to help with their mission of ensuring all residents have adequate nutrition. The Alliance will host several community events to increase volunteer participation and further relieve hunger in High Point.
Introduction Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) .docx
Introduction
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has served as the foundation of America's national nutrition safety net, working to end hunger and improve the health of low-income people by helping families buy the food they need for a nutritionally adequate diet.
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Qualification
In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
Household SizeMaximum Income Level (Per Year)1$15,4442$20,8263$26,2084$31,5905$36,9726$42,3547$47,7498$53,157
According to the South Carolina Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
The benefits are not intended to cover all of a family's food costs, but will lessen the amount of income that must be used toward groceries each month. Families, people living alone, and people living with roommates use SNAP. People who are homeless can get SNAP benefits too. People of all ages are a part of SNAP.
For households with more than eight people, add $5,408 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.
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Program History
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Pilot Food Stamp Program (1961-1964)
Food Stamp Act of 1964 (Under President Johnson)
According to the South Carolina Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
SNAP:
Created in 1939; lasted for 4 years
Program ended due unmarketable food surpluses and widespread unemployment; no longer existed
Orange stamps used to buy any food, Blue stamps for surplus food determined by the Gov’t
PILOT:
President Kennedy 1st Executive Order called for expanded food distribution
Retain the requirement that the food stamps be purchased, but eliminated the concept of special stamps for surplus foods
ACT:
The eligibility for purchase with food stamps of all items intended for human consumption except alcoholic beverages and imported foods
Prohibitions against discrimination on bases of race, religious creed, national origin, or political beliefs
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Program History
Major Reform – 1970’s
The Food Stamp Act of 1977
Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT): 1988 - 2004
According to the South Carolina Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
MAJOR REFORM
1971, established uniform national standards of eligibility and work requirements
Agriculture and Consumer Protection Act of 1973, required States to expand the program to every political jurisdiction before July 1, 1974
FOOD STAMP ACT
Established statutory income eligibility guidelines at the poverty line
Restricted eligibility for students and aliens (illegal) •
Eliminated the requirement that households must have cooking facilities
EBT:
Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) is an electronic system that allows a recipient to authorize transfer of their government benefits from a Federal account to a retailer account to pay for products received
EBT is used in all 50 States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and Guam.
State food stam.
FFA Presentation
The document discusses farm to school programs which connect schools and local farms. These programs serve healthy meals using local foods, incorporate nutrition education, and support local farmers. Studies show farm to school programs increase children's consumption of fruits and vegetables, benefit local farmers and economies, and various organizations help schools implement these programs.
From-Paycheck-to-Pantry-Oxfam-FeedingAmerica
This document summarizes findings from a study of working households that receive food assistance from Feeding America food banks. It finds that over half (54%) of client households receiving food assistance from Feeding America have at least one member who worked in the past year. However, these working households still struggle with food insecurity and making ends meet due to low incomes and expenses like housing, medical care, and education. Many work part-time or jobs that do not provide a living wage, resulting in 89% of these working households having annual incomes of $30,000 or less. The document highlights the story of one client, Derek, who works full-time but still needs food assistance for his family due to high costs of living
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This document discusses the relationship between childhood obesity and families receiving SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits. It finds that families receiving SNAP benefits have higher obesity rates than the general population, in part because unhealthy food items can be purchased with SNAP funds. The document proposes making unhealthy foods ineligible for SNAP purchase and encouraging healthier alternatives. It also discusses different food assistance programs in the US and compares the SNAP program to revisions made to the WIC program to promote healthier eating.
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- 1. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Our mission is to end hunger and reduce food waste on LI • SNAP Application Assistance-HRH Care Health Centers throughout Suffolk County. Volunteers needed every 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Monday of each month. • SNAP Application Assistance-Affinity Health Plan sites throughout Suf- folk and Nassau. Volunteers needed every 1st and 2nd Wednesday of each month. • SNAP Application Assistance at our local libraries throughout Suffolk and Nassau for workshops. • SNAP Application Assistance at St George’s Church in Hempstead. Volunteers needed twice a month. • Long Island FQHC Inc Care Coordination Mental Health through NuHealth every 3rd Wednesday of the month. • United Health Care every 3rd Wednesday of the month. • NuHealth clinics throughout Nassau County once a month. • SNAP/Nutrition Awareness Day tabling in Central Islip every Saturday for the months of June & July. Please remember to check the Volunteer hub for details about volunteer opportunities and additional train- ings. http://islandharvest.volunteerhub.com SNAP Island Harvest Volunteer Opportunities On May 14th the National Association of Letter Carriers’ held their 24th annual ‘Stamp Out Hunger®’ food drive. In the nation’s largest one-day food drive, NALC members and volunteers collected donated food in 10,000 cities across the country. In preparation, every postal address in the country received a post card requesting that the residents leave non-perishable food by their mailbox for their letter carrier to pick up. Although the collection results have not yet been released, it is estimated that this year will exceed the 71 million pounds (estimated $150 million) that was raised last year. Stamp Out Hunger® Healthfirst, a New York Health Insurance Company held a spring festival in Hempstead on Saturday May 12th. They provided health screenings fun recreational activities. Island Harvest offered SNAP Application Assistance and Nutrition awareness. We also offered microwave Granola and recipes to go along with it. Spring Festival The USDA clarified that states should exempt all levels of VA disability, which will help vul- nerable veterans retain their SNAP benefits. SNAP for Disabled Veterans In an effort to raise awareness of the importance of living a healthy and holistic life, Central Islip held their 7th annual Health and Wellness Fair. Island Harvest participated by offering SNAP Ap- plication Assistance and Nutrition Awareness. We also donated 200 water bottles. Central Islip’s Health & Wellness Fair When the recession hit in 2008, nearly every state in the US received waivers removing the time limit for people receiving SNAP ben- efits. Due to the improving economy, this time waiver has expired in 20 states as of June 1st. Now, non- working adult recipients will now only be allowed three months of SNAP benefits within a three-year period. It is estimated that this change will affect 500,000 to 1 million SNAP recipients. Although letters were sent out to inform recipients of the change, many were still unaware. Removal of SNAP Time Waiver to Nicole Crofton for her involvement with the SNAP Newsletters, Summer Food Service Program, and SNAP Application Assistance. She is currently attending Gettyburg College and is doing an internship with Island Harvest this summer. A special thank you The 2017 House Budget Committee-approved plan would cut SNAP by $150 billion, or 20 percent, over the next 10 years. This would be adding on to the SNAP cuts that have already occurred recently and that are presently occurring. Such an extensive cut of funding would result in reductions and even terminations of food assistance for millions of low-income families. This plan’s SNAPS cuts would surely increase the hunger and poverty of the nation’s poorest residents. House Budget Would Slash SNAP 40 Marcus Blvd, Hauppauge, N.Y. 11788 • (631) 873-4775 199 Second Street, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 • (516) 294-8528 www.islandharvest.org We are an organization dedicated to EXCELLENCE, COMMITMENT, SUCCESS AND RESPECT SNAP Newsletter May/June 2016 Edition XIV