The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as the Food Stamp Program, is a federally funded program that provides food assistance to low- and no-income individuals and families. SNAP benefits can be used to purchase food at authorized retail stores. In New York City, the Human Resources Administration (HRA) is responsible for administering the SNAP program. There are several SNAP offices located throughout the Bronx, where individuals can apply for benefits, renew their benefits, and obtain assistance with their SNAP accounts.
SNAP is an important program that helps to reduce food insecurity and hunger. In the Bronx, where poverty rates are high, SNAP benefits provide a vital lifeline for many families. SNAP benefits can be used to purchase a variety of healthy foods, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and dairy products. SNAP also helps to stimulate the local economy by increasing demand for food at authorized retail stores.