The Food Stamp office located on Schermerhorn Street provides nutritional assistance to low-income individuals and families in the form of electronic benefits that can be used to purchase food at authorized retailers. These benefits, distributed through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), aim to alleviate food insecurity and promote healthy eating habits among eligible participants.
SNAP is a federally funded program administered by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and overseen locally by the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA). The Food Stamp office on Schermerhorn Street serves as a vital resource for community members in need, offering a range of services such as application assistance, benefit issuance, and nutrition education. Participation in SNAP has been associated with improved dietary intake, reduced food insecurity, and better overall health outcomes.
