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U.S. Department of Agriculture

Food Security and Access

Learn more about food access in the U.S and explore resources including food assistance programs, food availability, nutrition security and hunger.

Learn more about food access in the U.S and explore resources including food assistance programs, food availability, nutrition security and hunger.

  • Food Security

    Learn about how USDA supports global food security through building local capacity, improving markets, funding research and more.

    • USDA

  • Food Assistance Programs

    Get information on food assistance programs for certain individuals and groups. Programs include SNAP, WIC, the National School Lunch Program and more.

  • Nutrition on a Budget

    Find tips for eating healthy on a budget and saving money when food shopping.

  • USDA National Hunger Clearinghouse

    Call the USDA National Hunger Hotline at 1-866-3-HUNGRY or 1-877-8-HAMBRE to speak with a representative who will find food resources near you.

    • USDA, Food and Nutrition Service

  • Shop Simple with MyPlate

    Get ideas of budget-friendly foods and ways to prepare them. Plus, find savings and stores that accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits near you.

    • USDA, Food and Nutrition Service, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion

  • Healthy Food Pantry Donation Guide

    Download this guide for tips on what to donate to a food pantry and how to organize a community food drive.

    • Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

  • Food Access

    Learn about factors contributing to lack of food access and programs that support local food access.

    • North Carolina State Extension

  • Tips for Visiting a Food Pantry

    Learn what to expect at a food pantry or food bank and how to select nutritious foods while you are there.

    • South Dakota State University Extension

  • Find Food Assistance Anywhere

    Enter your address to identify local food services, including soup kitchens, food pantries, and meal delivery. Filter results by availability in Spanish, for seniors, for Halal or Kosher diets, or other options.

    • Hunger Free America

  • Food and Nutrition Security

    NIFA advances food and nutrition security through their programs.   Review program information, learn about general food and nutrition security, and listen to NIFA’s webinar series.  

    • National Institute of Food and Agriculture