food stamps

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The drop represents nearly 47% of the state’s participants in the program better known as food stamps and includes about 180,000 children, according to the Arizona Department of Economic Security, which administers the program.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

State Supt. of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond described his childhood subsistence on food stamps, free school lunches and surplus government cheese.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2026

Pastor Oliver Carter of No Limits Outreach Ministries, which runs the distribution point in Hyattsville, said he sees rising demand and more immigrants seeking aid since food stamps were slashed for many asylum seekers.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

Inside Baesler’s, fresh cinnamon buns from its bakery are still eligible for purchase with food stamps, according to the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, which oversees that state’s program.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026

Gerald learned to cook and shop with food stamps and wash clothes at the Laundromat.

From "Forged by Fire" by Sharon M. Draper