Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, is a federally funded program that provides food assistance to low-income individuals and families. SNAP benefits can be used to purchase food at authorized retail stores. In New York City, the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center is the largest food distribution center in the United States, serving as a hub for SNAP benefits distribution.
SNAP is an essential program that helps to reduce food insecurity and hunger in the United States. In 2021, SNAP benefits helped to lift 42 million people out of poverty, including 15 million children. SNAP also has a positive impact on the economy, generating $1.80 in economic activity for every $1 invested in the program.
