USDA Food and Nutrition Service Unclaimed

Provides monthly food benefits to low-income families for purchasing nutritious food.

WIC supports families with healthy foods and nutrition education from pregnancy to early childhood.

Ensure access to healthy meals and education for children in schools and childcare settings.

TEFAP provides critical emergency food assistance to low-income households, enhancing food security.

CSFP enhances food security by providing nutritious food to eligible low-income individuals.

FDPIR provides essential food resources to Indian reservations, promoting nutrition and food security.

Supports food security and promotes healthy eating through USDA food distribution programs.

Enhance analysis and decision-making through organized program data visualizations.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides food benefits to low-income households across the United States to help them purchase food. Benefits are provided monthly and accessible via Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards; eligibility is determined by income, resources, and household size. SNAP aims to reduce hunger and improve access to nutritious food.

• Receive Benefits Easily
  SNAP participants receive their benefits through EBT cards, facilitating easy use at authorized retailers.
• Ensure Fair Access
  SNAP ensures that benefits reach those who need them most, evaluating eligibility based on specific criteria.
• Learn Healthy Eating
  SNAP promotes nutrition education to help families make better food choices and improve their health.
• Tailored Local Solutions
  States can adjust SNAP rules, such as food restrictions, to better fit local health objectives and needs.

Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

WIC provides healthy foods, personalized nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals to other services to support families from pregnancy through early childhood. The eWIC card works like a debit card and can be used at WIC-approved stores and farmers’ markets.

• Enhance Breastfeeding Journey
  Meet one-on-one with breastfeeding support staff who understand your challenges and provide tips and answers to help you on your breastfeeding journey.
• Access Healthy Groceries
  Participants receive essential foods, including fruits, vegetables, and dairy, at no cost to help maintain a healthy diet.
• Inclusivity for Families
  WIC serves a broad demographic to ensure families have access to necessary nutritional support.
• Simplify Shopping
  The eWIC card allows for quick, easy transactions at participating vendors, making shopping for healthy food convenient.
• Empower Healthy Choices
  Gain insights into healthy eating habits through personalized sessions with qualified nutrition professionals.

Meals for Schools and Childcare

Meals for Schools and Childcare is an umbrella program that covers multiple school nutrition initiatives, delivering nutritious meals and education to children in school and childcare settings. This program aims to ensure that children from low-income families have access to healthy meals throughout the school year.

• Provides Nutritious Lunches
  Engages the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), ensuring students receive balanced meals during school hours.
• Offers Healthy Breakfast Meals
  Includes the School Breakfast Program (SBP) to combat hunger and improve attendance and academic performance.
• Encourages Nutritional Improvement
  Offers grants and recognition to schools enhancing the nutritional quality of meal offerings.
• Simplifies Meal Access
  Enables schools in high-need areas to provide free meals to all students without application requirements.
• Supports Comprehensive Child Nutrition
  Incorporates the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), enhancing meal options in childcare settings.
• Promotes Healthy Snack Options
  Includes the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP), which provides schools with fresh produce for healthy snacks.

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) is a component of FNS's Food Distribution & Emergency Assistance that provides emergency food assistance to help low-income households.

• Distribute Emergency Food
  TEFAP distributes food through community-based organizations, ensuring immediate relief for those facing food insecurity.
• Integrate with Food Programs
  TEFAP connects with various federal nutrition programs to offer a cohesive support system for low-income families.
• Facilitate Resource Allocation
  TEFAP assists state agencies in managing and distributing resources for effective food assistance.
• Engage Local Partners
  TEFAP partners with local organizations to enhance outreach and food accessibility for those in need.

Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)

Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) provides supplemental food assistance through FNS to eligible individuals. This program aims to improve food security for low-income seniors and other eligible participants by distributing nutritious food packages.

• Distributes Nutritious Food Packages
  CSFP distributes a monthly supply of nutritious foods to eligible individuals, improving their dietary intake.
• Enhances Senior Nutrition
  CSFP prioritizes the nutritional needs of low-income seniors by providing resources to improve their health and well-being.
• Offers Guidance for Enrollment
  The program provides information and assistance to help eligible participants enroll and receive the available benefits.
• Encourages Local Farming
  The program supports local agriculture by sourcing food from American farms, thus promoting local economies.

Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPR)

Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) delivers food distribution services to residents of participating Indian tribes and communities.

• Ensures Access to Nutritious Food
  FDPIR significantly improves food security for tribal communities by providing nutritious food staples, critical for both health and wellness.
• Offers Timely Support
  FDPIR plays a vital role in delivering timely food assistance during crises, helping tribes overcome food shortages and maintain essential nutrition.
• Enhances Cultural Relevance
  FDPIR collaborates closely with tribal organizations to provide foods that reflect cultural preferences and dietary needs, fostering community engagement.

USDA Foods

USDA Foods coordinates a set of food distribution programs that aim to nourish people in need while supporting American agriculture. This includes initiatives like USDA Foods in Schools and resources for disaster response.

• Distributes Nutritious Foods in Schools
  This program ensures that children receive healthy meals at school, enhancing their nutrition and overall well-being.
• Ensures Quick Disaster Response
  USDA Foods offers essential food resources in emergencies, allowing rapid deployment to meet immediate community needs.
• Supports Nutritional Access and Agriculture
  By focusing both on food aid and agricultural support, USDA Foods helps create a sustainable food system that benefits communities.
• Enhances Local Food Security Efforts
  Through partnerships, USDA Foods strengthens community outreach, ensuring access to nutrition for vulnerable populations.

Data Visualization

Data Visualizations explore program data and research outputs related to FNS programs, organized by program, initiative, topic, and audience to support analysis and decision-making.

• Browse Visualizations
  Access a comprehensive collection of data visuals tailored to various user needs and contexts.
• Gain Insights
  Analyze data trends regarding program participation to inform decision-making and improve operational efficiency.
• Search Visualizations
  Quickly locate visualizations that meet specific needs through an intuitive search interface.
• Navigate Topics
  Conveniently explore data visualizations through a categorized topic structure.