Nutrition assistance programs funded by FNS are administered at the state, territory, tribal, or local levels. Select your location from the dropdowns below to find program contact information.

History of FNS The agency was established on Aug. 8, 1969, a few months before the first White House Conference on Food, Nutrition and Health. Many of the programs and activities we …

Dec 4, 2025 · FNS Nutrition Programs Our mission is to increase food security and reduce hunger in partnership with cooperating organizations by providing children and people with low income …

This request for approval of information collection is necessary to obtain input into the development of nutrition education interventions for population groups served by the U.S. …

Sep 22, 2025 · Organizational Directory To find contact information for FNS offices, and personnel, please use the following directory.

SNAP provides food benefits to low-income families to supplement their grocery budget so they can afford the nutritious food essential to health and well-being.

FNS values its partnership with the more than 250,000 U.S. retailers authorized to accept SNAP benefits. SNAP retailers play a vital role in ensuring access to nutritious food for SNAP eligible …

USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service website provides information to the public about nutrition assistance programs and how to apply. We provide policy resources for program administering …

Sep 12, 2025 · FNS does not process applications. You will need to contact your local SNAP office to apply and for questions about your case.

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins today released the Dietary Guidelines for …