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 SNAP (formerly known as food stamps) began in the United States in the late 1930's to
help people buy and eat nutritious food, be stronger, and
make up a more productive society. In 1971, the SNAP became a nationwide entitlement program. That means
that as long as you meet the rules for SNAP/food stamps, you
have a legal right to get them.
Click here to print your SNAP/food stamp application and other forms
People all over the country can get SNAP/food stamps, but different
states have different rules. Project
Bread, a non-profit agency in Massachusetts, built this
web site to help people in Massachusetts get SNAP/food stamps.
If
you live in another state, click here to find out how you
can get SNAP/food stamps in your local area.
The boxes on the left of your screen will lead you to all
kinds of information about SNAP/food stamps. Click on them at
any time to go to a new screen.
The SNAP/Food Stamp Program uses words that have special meanings
that may be new to you, like "household".
If you see a word in blue text on this web site, click on
it with your mouse to find out what it means.
Need assistance filling out your SNAP/food stamp application? Click here for a list of local agencies that can help you.
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Created: December, 2001
Last Update: June 4, 2009
© Project Bread 2001
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