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Improve the well-being of people struggling against poverty-related hunger in the US through advocacy, partnerships, & by advancing bold and equitable policies.
Nearly 1,500 organizations are urging Congress to repeal the largest SNAP cuts in history. The Restoring Food Security Act would protect millions from losing vital food assistance.
Read the letter: frac.org/news/fraccbp...
Read the letter: frac.org/news/fraccbp...
FRAC, CBPP, and Nearly 1,500 National, State, and Community-Based Organizations Urge Congress to Restore SNAP Funding - Food Research & Action Center
Media Contacts: Food Research & Action Center Jordan Baker [email protected] 202-640-1118 Center on Budget and Policy Prioritie...
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November 25, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Nearly 1,500 organizations are urging Congress to repeal the largest SNAP cuts in history. The Restoring Food Security Act would protect millions from losing vital food assistance.
Read the letter: frac.org/news/fraccbp...
Read the letter: frac.org/news/fraccbp...
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From @fracposts.bsky.social SNAP Director Gina Plata-Nino: Q&A: How Does the New SNAP Time Limits Policy Affect You? What States and Families Need to Know
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From @fracposts.bsky.social SNAP Director Gina Plata-Nino: Q&A: How Does the New SNAP Time Limits Policy Affect You? What States and Families Need to Know
Q&A: How Does the New SNAP Time Limits Policy Affect You? What States and Families Need to Know - Food Research & Action Center
Published October 10, 2025 Q&A: How Does the New SNAP Time Limits Policy Affect You? What States and Families Need to Know The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the end of remaining...
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November 24, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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From @fracposts.bsky.social SNAP Director Gina Plata-Nino: Q&A: How Does the New SNAP Time Limits Policy Affect You? What States and Families Need to Know
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From @fracposts.bsky.social SNAP Director Gina Plata-Nino: Q&A: How Does the New SNAP Time Limits Policy Affect You? What States and Families Need to Know
Millions could lose SNAP this winter as H.R. 1 expands time limits for older workers, caregivers, veterans, and people experiencing homelessness.
FRAC’s Q&A explains what families and states need to know. frac.org/blog/qa-how-...
FRAC’s Q&A explains what families and states need to know. frac.org/blog/qa-how-...
Q&A: How Does the New SNAP Time Limits Policy Affect You? What States and Families Need to Know - Food Research & Action Center
Published October 10, 2025 Q&A: How Does the New SNAP Time Limits Policy Affect You? What States and Families Need to Know The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the end of remaining...
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November 24, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Millions could lose SNAP this winter as H.R. 1 expands time limits for older workers, caregivers, veterans, and people experiencing homelessness.
FRAC’s Q&A explains what families and states need to know. frac.org/blog/qa-how-...
FRAC’s Q&A explains what families and states need to know. frac.org/blog/qa-how-...
Over 10 million children could miss out on Summer EBT food benefits in 2026 if states don’t act. This program gives school-age kids $120 in grocery benefits to stay fed when school meals aren’t available. Learn more: frac.org/blog/over-10...
Over 10 Million Eligible Children Could Miss Out on Summer EBT Food Benefits in 2026 - Food Research & Action Center
Published November 20, 2025 Summer 2025 marked the second year of the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer Program (Summer EBT). The program, also known as SUN Bucks, provides families with $120 in groc...
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November 21, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Over 10 million children could miss out on Summer EBT food benefits in 2026 if states don’t act. This program gives school-age kids $120 in grocery benefits to stay fed when school meals aren’t available. Learn more: frac.org/blog/over-10...
At today’s press briefing, FRAC President Crystal FitzSimons underscored the real impact of the unprecedented SNAP cuts and why reversing them is essential for families and communities nationwide.
Thank you to the leaders in Congress who are taking action to protect this vital program.
Thank you to the leaders in Congress who are taking action to protect this vital program.
November 20, 2025 at 6:52 PM
At today’s press briefing, FRAC President Crystal FitzSimons underscored the real impact of the unprecedented SNAP cuts and why reversing them is essential for families and communities nationwide.
Thank you to the leaders in Congress who are taking action to protect this vital program.
Thank you to the leaders in Congress who are taking action to protect this vital program.
With SNAP cuts increasing food insecurity, Summer EBT is more essential than ever, and FRAC breaks down why states must opt in for 2026 and the steps you can take to make your voice heard: frac.org/blog/over-10...
Over 10 Million Eligible Children Could Miss Out on Summer EBT Food Benefits in 2026 - Food Research & Action Center
Published November 20, 2025 Summer 2025 marked the second year of the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer Program (Summer EBT). The program, also known as SUN Bucks, provides families with $120 in groc...
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November 20, 2025 at 3:19 PM
With SNAP cuts increasing food insecurity, Summer EBT is more essential than ever, and FRAC breaks down why states must opt in for 2026 and the steps you can take to make your voice heard: frac.org/blog/over-10...
H.R. 1 didn’t directly rewrite child nutrition programs — but its deep SNAP cuts will shape who can access school meals, CACFP, Summer EBT, and WIC.
Join FRAC on November 20 to learn what’s at stake and how we can protect progress.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join FRAC on November 20 to learn what’s at stake and how we can protect progress.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
November 19, 2025 at 3:57 PM
H.R. 1 didn’t directly rewrite child nutrition programs — but its deep SNAP cuts will shape who can access school meals, CACFP, Summer EBT, and WIC.
Join FRAC on November 20 to learn what’s at stake and how we can protect progress.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join FRAC on November 20 to learn what’s at stake and how we can protect progress.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Help shape the 2026 National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference in D.C. FRAC is accepting session proposals highlighting efforts to address hunger and inequities. Submit yours by December 5 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern: bit.ly/47OfVuC
Submitter Login Page - Request for Proposals - FRAC – National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference
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November 18, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Help shape the 2026 National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference in D.C. FRAC is accepting session proposals highlighting efforts to address hunger and inequities. Submit yours by December 5 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern: bit.ly/47OfVuC
FRAC and nearly 1,500 organizations agree: the SNAP cuts are unprecedented, unworkable for states, and devastating for families. Congress must reverse the harm and support the Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025. frac.org/news/fraccbp...
FRAC, CBPP, and Nearly 1,500 National, State, and Community-Based Organizations Urge Congress to Restore SNAP Funding - Food Research & Action Center
Media Contacts: Food Research & Action Center Jordan Baker [email protected] 202-640-1118 Center on Budget and Policy Prioritie...
frac.org
November 17, 2025 at 6:55 PM
FRAC and nearly 1,500 organizations agree: the SNAP cuts are unprecedented, unworkable for states, and devastating for families. Congress must reverse the harm and support the Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025. frac.org/news/fraccbp...
FRAC and nearly 1,500 national, state, and community-based organizations have one clear message for Congress: reverse recent harmful SNAP cuts. Lawmakers must restore food security and protect millions of families. frac.org/news/fraccbp...
FRAC, CBPP, and Nearly 1,500 National, State, and Community-Based Organizations Urge Congress to Restore SNAP Funding - Food Research & Action Center
Media Contacts: Food Research & Action Center Jordan Baker [email protected] 202-640-1118 Center on Budget and Policy Prioritie...
frac.org
November 14, 2025 at 6:10 PM
FRAC and nearly 1,500 national, state, and community-based organizations have one clear message for Congress: reverse recent harmful SNAP cuts. Lawmakers must restore food security and protect millions of families. frac.org/news/fraccbp...
Proud to see two decades of progress reflected in RWJF’s final State of Childhood Obesity report. As FRAC President Crystal FitzSimons says, “I’m inspired by the progress we have made on the path to healthy school meals for all… we aren’t quite there yet, but we are getting there.” bit.ly/3LW9iO0
2025 Annual Report - State of Childhood Obesity
Dive into the State of Childhood Obesity report to see lessons to carry forward, insights from partners, and a timeline of 20 years of accomplishments.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Proud to see two decades of progress reflected in RWJF’s final State of Childhood Obesity report. As FRAC President Crystal FitzSimons says, “I’m inspired by the progress we have made on the path to healthy school meals for all… we aren’t quite there yet, but we are getting there.” bit.ly/3LW9iO0
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🥗 @fracposts.bsky.social SNAP director Gina Plata-Nino provides context for the recent court actions pausing or limiting SNAP benefits payments.
🚨 Gina Plata-Nino, SNAP Director of @fracposts.bsky.social provides context for the recent court actions trying to pause SNAP. 🚨
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The Trump Administration’s Refusal to Feed American Families - Food Research & Action Center
Published November 7, 2025 The country is facing an unnecessary, self-inflicted emergency: the Trump administration’s refusal to provide food assistance via the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Progr...
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November 14, 2025 at 12:12 AM
🥗 @fracposts.bsky.social SNAP director Gina Plata-Nino provides context for the recent court actions pausing or limiting SNAP benefits payments.
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🥗 Ron Pollack and @fracposts.bsky.social fearless leader Crystal FitzSimons quoted here -- SNAP food budget doesn't match how people actually eat.
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Experts Say SNAP’s Food Budget Doesn’t Match How People Actually Eat
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November 14, 2025 at 12:48 AM
🥗 Ron Pollack and @fracposts.bsky.social fearless leader Crystal FitzSimons quoted here -- SNAP food budget doesn't match how people actually eat.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/13/d...
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“Our children thrive when we invest in their potential. That means helping them build early literacy skills, providing mental health support, and ensuring access to nutritious and free school meals." www.cde.ca.gov/nr/ne/yr25/y...
2025 Dashboard Shows Gains for California Students - Year 2025 (CA Dept of Education)
California students show continued increase in academic achievement and graduation rates, reduction in chronic absenteeism, with release of the 2025 School Dashboard.
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November 13, 2025 at 7:32 PM
“Our children thrive when we invest in their potential. That means helping them build early literacy skills, providing mental health support, and ensuring access to nutritious and free school meals." www.cde.ca.gov/nr/ne/yr25/y...
This shutdown showed how essential SNAP is for the 42 million people who rely on it to put food on the table. People cannot go without benefits, and states cannot carry the weight of higher costs and administrative burdens. frac.org/news/shutdow...
November 13, 2025 at 3:33 AM
This shutdown showed how essential SNAP is for the 42 million people who rely on it to put food on the table. People cannot go without benefits, and states cannot carry the weight of higher costs and administrative burdens. frac.org/news/shutdow...
Submit a session proposal for FRAC’s 2026 National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference!
Share your ideas to strengthen SNAP, WIC, Child Nutrition, and Summer Meals programs — and join us in D.C. this April to advance the movement to end hunger. www.abstractscorecard.com/cfp/submit/l...
Share your ideas to strengthen SNAP, WIC, Child Nutrition, and Summer Meals programs — and join us in D.C. this April to advance the movement to end hunger. www.abstractscorecard.com/cfp/submit/l...
Submitter Login Page - Request for Proposals - FRAC – National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference
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November 12, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Submit a session proposal for FRAC’s 2026 National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference!
Share your ideas to strengthen SNAP, WIC, Child Nutrition, and Summer Meals programs — and join us in D.C. this April to advance the movement to end hunger. www.abstractscorecard.com/cfp/submit/l...
Share your ideas to strengthen SNAP, WIC, Child Nutrition, and Summer Meals programs — and join us in D.C. this April to advance the movement to end hunger. www.abstractscorecard.com/cfp/submit/l...
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🚨 Gina Plata-Nino, SNAP Director of @fracposts.bsky.social provides context for the recent court actions trying to pause SNAP. 🚨
frac.org/blog/the-tru...
frac.org/blog/the-tru...
The Trump Administration’s Refusal to Feed American Families - Food Research & Action Center
Published November 7, 2025 The country is facing an unnecessary, self-inflicted emergency: the Trump administration’s refusal to provide food assistance via the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Progr...
frac.org
November 9, 2025 at 1:39 PM
🚨 Gina Plata-Nino, SNAP Director of @fracposts.bsky.social provides context for the recent court actions trying to pause SNAP. 🚨
frac.org/blog/the-tru...
frac.org/blog/the-tru...
Courts, states, and advocates are stepping in where the Trump administration has refused: to ensure families can eat.
FRAC’s new blog unpacks the chaos and consequences of delaying full SNAP benefits. frac.org/blog/the-tru...
FRAC’s new blog unpacks the chaos and consequences of delaying full SNAP benefits. frac.org/blog/the-tru...
November 10, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Courts, states, and advocates are stepping in where the Trump administration has refused: to ensure families can eat.
FRAC’s new blog unpacks the chaos and consequences of delaying full SNAP benefits. frac.org/blog/the-tru...
FRAC’s new blog unpacks the chaos and consequences of delaying full SNAP benefits. frac.org/blog/the-tru...
Millions are waiting to feed their families because of the Trump administration’s unnecessary delay in issuing November SNAP benefits. This chaos hurts kids, veterans, and working people. FRAC’s statement: frac.org/news/trumpad...
November 8, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Millions are waiting to feed their families because of the Trump administration’s unnecessary delay in issuing November SNAP benefits. This chaos hurts kids, veterans, and working people. FRAC’s statement: frac.org/news/trumpad...
The Trump administration has the money & authority to fund SNAP—but refuses to act. Millions are going hungry while states and advocates fight to protect families from a crisis that never should have happened. Read more in our newest blog from SNAP Director Gina Plata-Nino: frac.org/blog/the-tru...
The Trump Administration’s Refusal to Feed American Families - Food Research & Action Center
Published November 7, 2025 The country is facing an unnecessary, self-inflicted emergency: the Trump administration’s refusal to provide food assistance via the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Progr...
frac.org
November 7, 2025 at 9:41 PM
The Trump administration has the money & authority to fund SNAP—but refuses to act. Millions are going hungry while states and advocates fight to protect families from a crisis that never should have happened. Read more in our newest blog from SNAP Director Gina Plata-Nino: frac.org/blog/the-tru...
The Trump administration has both the power and the authority to ensure that SNAP benefits continue uninterrupted but has chosen not to act. In doing so, it is holding hungry Americans hostage as political chess pieces. bit.ly/47BkcQx
November 7, 2025 at 2:51 PM
The Trump administration has both the power and the authority to ensure that SNAP benefits continue uninterrupted but has chosen not to act. In doing so, it is holding hungry Americans hostage as political chess pieces. bit.ly/47BkcQx
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Trump Administration Defies Court Orders to Fund #SNAP, Denies 42 Million People Access to Food @fracposts.bsky.social
Department of Justice (DOJ) filed an appeal seeking to overturn not only today’s ruling, but prior court orders from Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 requiring funding of SNAP benefits
Department of Justice (DOJ) filed an appeal seeking to overturn not only today’s ruling, but prior court orders from Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 requiring funding of SNAP benefits
November 7, 2025 at 1:49 AM
Trump Administration Defies Court Orders to Fund #SNAP, Denies 42 Million People Access to Food @fracposts.bsky.social
Department of Justice (DOJ) filed an appeal seeking to overturn not only today’s ruling, but prior court orders from Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 requiring funding of SNAP benefits
Department of Justice (DOJ) filed an appeal seeking to overturn not only today’s ruling, but prior court orders from Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 requiring funding of SNAP benefits
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This week on Young American with Dylan Douglas:
@aaronparnas.bsky.social breaks down Tuesday's election results. Gina Plata-Nino from @fracposts.bsky.social talks the impact of SNAP benefits being frozen.
Catch it tomorrow at 10am and throughout the weekend!
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@aaronparnas.bsky.social breaks down Tuesday's election results. Gina Plata-Nino from @fracposts.bsky.social talks the impact of SNAP benefits being frozen.
Catch it tomorrow at 10am and throughout the weekend!
sxm.app.link/YoungAmerican
November 7, 2025 at 2:45 PM
This week on Young American with Dylan Douglas:
@aaronparnas.bsky.social breaks down Tuesday's election results. Gina Plata-Nino from @fracposts.bsky.social talks the impact of SNAP benefits being frozen.
Catch it tomorrow at 10am and throughout the weekend!
sxm.app.link/YoungAmerican
@aaronparnas.bsky.social breaks down Tuesday's election results. Gina Plata-Nino from @fracposts.bsky.social talks the impact of SNAP benefits being frozen.
Catch it tomorrow at 10am and throughout the weekend!
sxm.app.link/YoungAmerican
FRAC is outraged. The DOJ filed an appeal seeking to overturn not only today’s ruling, but prior court orders from Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 requiring funding of SNAP benefits. This action is abhorrent and unconscionable. Read our statement: frac.org/news/adminis...
November 7, 2025 at 1:26 AM
FRAC is outraged. The DOJ filed an appeal seeking to overturn not only today’s ruling, but prior court orders from Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 requiring funding of SNAP benefits. This action is abhorrent and unconscionable. Read our statement: frac.org/news/adminis...
FRAC is thrilled that the Trump administration has been ordered by a federal judge to fully fund November SNAP benefits. Read our full statement here: frac.org/news/federal...
November 6, 2025 at 10:35 PM
FRAC is thrilled that the Trump administration has been ordered by a federal judge to fully fund November SNAP benefits. Read our full statement here: frac.org/news/federal...