With an expansion of the online purchasing pilot, policymakers can increase equity and inclusivity in SNAP benefits delivery during the COVID-19 pandemic.
As economic conditions deteriorate for those with the fewest resources, public housing residents are losing jobs, access to transportation, and access to charitable food programs.
Although the existing food safety net plays a critical role in stabilizing millions of American children’s access to food, notable gaps leave certain groups of children vulnerable.
A top priority for our nation’s emergency response should be figuring out how to feed those who already struggle with food insecurity and those who may be newly in need.