Improve the well-being of people struggling against poverty-related hunger in the US through advocacy, partnerships, & by advancing bold and equitable policies.
Joined August 2010
- Tweets 38,004
- Following 6,636
- Followers 21,165
- Likes 32,861
6,641 Photos and videos
SNAP reduces hunger. SNAP reduces poverty. SNAP serves households struggling the most. USDA's latest participant data helps set the record straight about who relies on this critical program. frac.org/blog/children-older…
1
2
2
110
When a rural store loses SNAP authorization, families often lose their nearest food option entirely. USDA’s new stocking rules risk widening that gap. The “Need for Access” provision can help keep these doors open.
frac.org/blog/usdas-new-stoc…
1
4
3
119
Restricting SNAP food choice will not improve health outcomes or reduce hunger. What works is strengthening SNAP, improving access to healthy foods, and making sure families can afford groceries. Learn more and take action: frac.org/snap-restrictions
1
3
1
78
Summer EBT is helping millions of children access food during the summer. With the right funding, data-sharing, and state support, more Indian Tribal Organizations can participate and expand access for families. Read more: frac.org/blog/making-summer-…
3
4
115
A SNAP payment error rate doesn't tell the whole story. CAPERs track when eligible people are wrongly denied benefits or lose assistance.
As states focus on reducing errors, we can't lose sight of access. frac.org/blog/balancing-snap…
7
5
190
WIC improves maternal & child health, supports healthy development & helps families afford nutritious food. Lawmakers must protect full WIC funding, preserve evidence-based benefits & ensure flexible service options remain in place for families nationwide. frac.org/wp-content/uploads/…
2
119
Many people subject to SNAP time limits are already working, caregiving, managing health challenges, or facing unstable schedules and transportation barriers.
Learn more about the return of SNAP work requirements in D.C.: frac.org/blog/snap-time-limi…
1
1
78
In many rural communities, the local convenience store is the only nearby place to use SNAP. New USDA stocking rules could put these small retailers at risk—cutting off a lifeline for families with limited food access. frac.org/blog/usdas-new-stoc…
2
84
As federal SNAP cuts deepen and state costs rise, policymakers should be strengthening administrative efficiency—not creating more unnecessary workload.
Learn why the payment error tolerance threshold matters: frac.org/blog/the-snap-payme…
3
3
99
SNAP food restrictions don’t solve hunger or improve affordability. FRAC’s new analysis shows these waivers create costly administrative burdens and more confusion for families and retailers alike. frac.org/research/resource-l…
1
2
69
Join FRAC and organizations in your state and across the country to urge Congress to prioritize moms and babies by fully funding WIC. Call the Capitol Switchboard today (202) 224-3121. frac.org/wp-content/uploads/…
1
4
88
Food Research & Action Center retweeted
Jun 4
Wildfire was in attendance at this year's CAPLAW Conference in Phx! 🏜️🧡 Executive Director, Kelly McGowan, presented on a panel "Feeding Our Communities: The Latest in Federal Food & Nutrition Programs" with Ashley @azfoodbanks & Ellen @fractweets 🤝 #EndPoverty #EndHunger
1
2
2
154
For nearly 30 million students, the school cafeteria line is one of the most important moments of the day. It's where a child who came to school hungry gets to eat. A hungry kid can't learn. #WhyIShowUp #HungryKidsCantLearn
2
1
59
Today marks 80 years of the National School Lunch Program.
For generations, school meals have helped reduce hunger and support student success. We're celebrating this milestone and the impact school meals continue to have every day.
📸 Richmond County School System, GA
1
3
7
209
Nearly 30 million children participate in school lunch each school day.
Learn how school meals support health, learning, and family budgets:
frac.org/blog/celebrating-80…
2
1
117
Every budget is a choice. Congress can choose to support families, children, older adults, veterans, and everyone facing hunger—or leave critical needs unmet. Read FRAC's latest: frac.org/blog/lets-be-crysta…
2
2
78
Food Research & Action Center retweeted
Public support has the potential to change policy plans. Add your voice to the mix! @fractweets tool makes it easy to send a letter to the editor of your local papers. Check it out and help protect Healthy School Meals for All.
School meals help students learn, grow, and succeed. Healthy School Meals for All can help more kids get the nutrition they need without stigma.
Use this tool to send a letter to the editor:
win.newmode.net/foodresearch…
1
96
Healthy School Meals for All ensures every child has access to nutritious school meals while reducing financial and administrative burdens on school districts. Learn more about why Congress should invest in Healthy School Meals for All: bit.ly/4ty1Ad4
2
1
61
School meals are one of the most effective tools we have to support children's health and learning. Tell Congress to make Healthy School Meals for All permanent by sending a letter to the editor. win.newmode.net/foodresearch…
3
4
87
A budget is a statement of values. If we value ending hunger, Congress must fully fund WIC, protect SNAP access during government shutdowns, and restore the Household Food Security Report.
Read FRAC's latest: frac.org/blog/lets-be-crysta…
5
6
108