Nutrition assistance programs funded by FNS are administered at the state, territory, tribal, or local levels. Select your location from the dropdowns below to find program contact information.

History of FNS The agency was established on Aug. 8, 1969, a few months before the first White House Conference on Food, Nutrition and Health. Many of the programs and activities we administer today …

Dec 4, 2025 · FNS Nutrition Programs Our mission is to increase food security and reduce hunger in partnership with cooperating organizations by providing children and people with low income access …

SNAP provides food benefits to low-income families to supplement their grocery budget so they can afford the nutritious food essential to health and well-being.

Sep 22, 2025 · Organizational Directory To find contact information for FNS offices, and personnel, please use the following directory.

FNS does not process applications. You will need to contact your local SNAP office to apply and for questions about your case.

This memorandum provides FNS policies and plans for SNAP-retailer compliance with the SNAP food restriction waivers, including clarification on which SNAP retailers must comply, online orders and …

Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the USDA Food and Nutrition Service is proposing changes to strengthen the stocking requirements for retailers participating in the …

Why FNS Did This Study This study is part of the annual SNAP Characteristics Report series. Its purpose is to describe the characteristics and economic circumstances of SNAP households and …

Jun 20, 2024 · FNS values its partnership with the more than 250,000 U.S. retailers authorized to accept SNAP benefits. SNAP retailers play a vital role in ensuring access to nutritious food for SNAP eligible …