Food stamps, also known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), are a form of government assistance that provides low-income individuals and families with financial support to purchase food. In Summit County, Ohio, food stamps are administered by the Summit County Department of Job and Family Services.
SNAP is an important program that helps to reduce food insecurity and hunger in Summit County. In 2021, over 60,000 Summit County residents received SNAP benefits, with an average monthly benefit of \$250. SNAP benefits can be used to purchase food at authorized retailers, including grocery stores, farmers markets, and convenience stores.
