Economic Resources
Find assistance programs and resources for healthier food choices on a budget
Federal Poverty Level Calculator
Check if you qualify for various assistance programs based on the federal poverty guidelines.
Program Eligibility
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Income below 130% FPLSNAP provides nutrition benefits to supplement the food budget of families in need so they can purchase healthy food and move towards self-sufficiency.
Learn MoreWomen, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Income below 185% FPLWIC provides federal grants to states for supplemental foods, health care referrals, and nutrition education for low-income pregnant and postpartum women, and to infants and children up to age five who are at nutritional risk.
Learn MoreNational School Lunch Program
Income below 185% FPLThe National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools and residential child care institutions.
Learn MoreFood Distribution Program on Indian Reservations
Income-based eligibilityFDPIR provides USDA Foods to income-eligible households living on Indian reservations and to Native American households residing in designated areas near reservations.
Learn MoreEating Healthy on a Budget
Making nutritious choices doesn't have to strain your wallet. Here are resources to help you eat well for less:
- Plan your meals and create shopping lists to avoid impulse purchases
- Buy in-season produce when it's at its lowest price
- Consider frozen or canned vegetables and fruits (with no added salt or sugar)
- Buy in bulk for staples like rice, beans, and oats
- Look for store brands instead of name brands
Farmers Markets & Local Programs
Many farmers markets and local programs offer incentives for SNAP recipients:
- Double Up Food Bucks: Doubles the value of SNAP benefits when spent on fruits and vegetables
- Farmers Market Nutrition Programs for WIC recipients and seniors
- Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs with sliding scale options