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Understand food insecurity

Myths

The myths and realities of food insecurity—what hunger in America actually looks like

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Explainer

The hunger cycle explained—why hunger persists and how it can be broken

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Food justice

Celebrating Black history & striving for food justice

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Pride

Honoring Pride Month: how food insecurity impacts the LGBTQIA+ community

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Find food near you

Places and guides for getting connected today. Walk in, call or text to learn what is available near you.

December 16, 2021

Know someone in need of food?

How to help a friend or neighbor connect with food programs.

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July 1, 2022

Community fridges

What they are and how to find one near you.

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People tending a community garden.

August 15, 2022

Community gardens

What they are and how to get involved.

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Find food with WhyHunger

A nationwide directory of food resources maintained outside this site.

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USDA National Hunger Hotline

1-866-3-HUNGRY

En español

1-877-8-HAMBRE

Find meals for kids

Text FOOD to 304-304

Apply for benefits

Step-by-step guides to SNAP, WIC and school meal programs.

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SNAP

March 16, 2022

How to apply for SNAP

Food assistance for individuals and families—how the program works and how to apply in your state.

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WIC

March 29, 2022

WIC: women, infants & children

Extra nutrition support for pregnant women, new moms, and kids under five.

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School meals

April 27, 2022

School lunch & breakfast

The National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs—free or reduced-price meals for kids.

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Before you apply: checklists

Use your benefits

Already enrolled? Find practical ways to make the most of every dollar.

Shelves stocked with fresh vegetables at a grocery store.

November 9, 2022

At the grocery store

Using SNAP and WIC at the grocery store.

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Fresh produce at a farmers market.

November 9, 2022

At the farmers market

Using SNAP and WIC at the farmers market—and doubling your dollars.

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November 2, 2022

Save with for U™

Stack store savings programs on top of your benefits.

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