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Free Phone Service Through Lifeline Program

Cell phones are a necessity. Living without a cell phone is not only inconvenient, but it can also be dangerous. Criminal activity is going on everywhere, so you need a cell phone to keep yourself and loved ones safe. Unfortunately,...

Lottery Winners Shouldn't Get Food Stamps

Hitting the jackpot in the lottery can be life changing. The influx of millions of dollars provides opportunities that most people can only dream of. However, some big winners continue collecting food stamps, costing taxpayers ...

Understanding Snap Benefits

SNAP, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly referred to as Food Stamps, is a major federal program with the goal of reducing hunger in the United States. As of January, 2016, 45.4 million Americans received SNAP benefits, or ab...

Final SNAP Payments Up to $3,102 for October in One State Available Now

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced that the last set of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) payments for this period, reaching up to $3,102, will be disbursed in Hawaii in Oct...

Government Faces Deadline to Address SNAP Benefit Theft Concerns

People who have had their grocery money stolen might not get it back anymore if the government doesn't do something soon. The problem is that criminals have been stealing from a program called SNAP which h...

Federal Rental Assistance Programs: How to Find Help

The federal government offers a number of rental assistance programs to help those struggling to find affordable housing. With rents skyrocketing and housing prices pushing many buyers out of the market, the struggle to fin...

The Ultimate Guide To Government Assistance

If you are currently in a state of need and have been unable to secure government assistance, know that there are other options available to help you. The U.S. government has put into place specific programs that can change your...

​​​​​​​Expanding the Benefits of SNAP: Surprising Discounts Your EBT Card Covers

SNAP, also known as food stamps, plays a crucial role in helping low-income households afford nutritious food. However, what many may not realize is that in addition to month...

SNAP: Helping Solve the Battle Against Hunger

SNAP, also referred to as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, helps millions of struggling Americans afford nutritious food each month. Low-income families with elderly members, disabled individuals, or small children m...