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. In Saratoga County, New York, SNAP benefits are administered by the county’s Department of Social Services.
SNAP benefits can be used to purchase food at authorized retail stores. The amount of benefits a household receives is based on its income and household size. SNAP benefits are an important resource for low-income families in Saratoga County, helping them to put food on the table and improve their overall health and well-being.
