The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as the Food Stamp Program) is the nation’s most important anti-hunger program. In 2012, it helped almost 47 million low-income Americans to afford a nutritionally adequate diet in a typical month. Nearly 72 percent of SNAP participants are in families with children; more than one-quarter of participants are in households with seniors or people with disabilities.
SNAP Is Effective and Efficient
January 29, 2013
In recent years SNAP has achieved impressive results in meeting the needs of low-income Americans while maintaining strong program integrity and payment accuracy.
SNAP has responded effectively to the recession.
The recent growth in SNAP spending is temporary.
SNAP reaches a high share of people who are eligible.
SNAP payment accuracy is at all-time highs.
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