We were thrilled to see Governor Pillen announce today that Nebraska will be the 36th state opting into the Summer EBT program for summer 2024! This program will bring in $18 million in benefits to kids to help cover higher food costs families face during the summer months. This win would not have been possible […]
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Each year, our Food and Nutrition Access team shows up at the Nebraska Legislature to advocate for bills that expand food access for some of the Nebraskans who need it most. With so many bills flying around this session, here are some of the bills we’re most excited about when it comes to keeping food
Appleseed Food Bills we’re Watching in 2024 Read More »
We believe that all children should have the food they need to thrive and that Nebraska should make use of every tool available to make this happen. Summer EBT is a program that can do just that! It’s a new, permanent program that would provide 150,000 children participating in free or reduced price school meals
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Congress has been working to advance the Farm Bill for much of this year. This is our nation’s once-every-5-year chance to update food system policies including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). As we wait to see House and Senate drafts of the bill later in the fall, here are some policies we’re hoping to
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Are you passionate about making change in your community? Nebraska Appleseed’s food access team has just launched applications for our 9-month Food Access Community Advocates Cohort! If you have ever struggled to put food on the table, this is a paid opportunity to build your personal storytelling and advocacy skills. No former advocacy experience is
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The PHE ended on May 11, 2023, and because of that, several Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) waivers will end in June of 2023. This means changes for some families and individuals participating in Nebraska SNAP. See below for the main changes: Time Limit for Able Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) Generally, if you are
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Many of us have signed online petitions before. You have probably seen them on social media, or been invited to sign them in an email or text. Sometimes, it can be unclear what impact your signature has, but rest assured your voice makes a difference. Here are the answers to some of the most common
Your Questions Answered: What Signing Online Petitions Means in Our Work Read More »
Facing a SNAP overpayment or worried about receiving one? Below, you’ll find resources with information on… Why an overpayment might happen Steps you can take to resolve or appeal an overpayment, and Tips on minimizing your risk of receiving overpayment notices in the future. Did you know… federal law requires states to pursue SNAP overpayments,
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SNAP benefits are increasing! As of this month, new updates to the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Thrifty Food Plan will increase SNAP benefits. The following table shows the increased projected average benefits for households: What is the Thrifty Food Plan (TFP)? The Thrifty Food Plan (TFP) is the set of guidelines used to
SNAP Benefits Went Up! Read More »
We have some exciting news to share. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced that they will be updating the basic formula they use to calculate SNAP benefits, called the Thrifty Food Plan! This means there will be a 21% increase in SNAP benefits across the nation. The average benefit will rise from
Federal update on increasing SNAP Benefits! Read More »