Louisiana One of 15 States to Opt Out of Summer EBT Program
It appears that for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic, Louisiana will not participate in a summer feeding program that helps the poor.
SNAP benefits
SNAP Benefits to Decrease for 1/3 of Louisiana Families in 2024
More than 130,000 Louisiana families will see their SNAP benefits decrease in January, according to the Department of Children and Family Services.
SNAP Benefits for Louisiana Residents to Increase on October 1
The benefits are increasing to try to keep up with the cost of living due to inflation.
Now SNAP Users Can Save Even More at the Shreveport Farmers Market
The Shreveport Farmers Market is once again doing all it can to eliminate food insecurity in northwest Louisiana.
Shreveport Farmers Market Sets Opening Date, Doubles SNAP Benefits
The dates have been released for this year's Shreveport Farmers Market and they're proud to announce they're helping families again by doubling their SNAP benefits.
See Shreveport Farmers Market Dates, SNAP Benefits Doubled Again
The dates have been released for this year's Shreveport Farmers Market and they're proud to announce they're helping families again by doubling their SNAP benefits.
Louisiana EBT Cardholders Can Now Do Their Shopping Online
Those in Louisiana receiving SNAP benefits, will now be able to order their groceries online.
SNAP Benefits Now Include Hot Foods Because of Hurricane Ida
A special waiver has been put in place to allow those who receive SNAP benefits the ability to purchase hot foods through September 28th.
SNAP Benefits Going Up in Louisiana Due to Covid
Folks who get SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits in Louisiana will be getting a little more federal assistance this year.
Should Food Boxes Replace SNAP Benefits?
The President's proposed budget includes a major change to the country's food stamp program. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program’s (SNAP) cash benefits would be replaced with boxes of food.