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New episode! Evidence in Action podcast: Justin Milner on the Power of Objective Evidence
Justin Milner, executive vice president of evidence and evaluation at Arnold Ventures, and cohost Kimberlyn Leary discuss the role and challenges of using evidence to shape policy, philanthropy, and learning agendas. Listen and subscribe today.
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To pay for groceries, families are turning to options that could hurt their financial stability
Soon, Congress will consider another reauthorization of the Farm Bill, the legislation that sets policies and procedures for the
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largest and most effective program the US has for fighting hunger: the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
This comes at a time when high food costs, pandemic-era support expirations, and increased borrowing costs have left many families struggling to meet their needs. How are they paying for groceries?
A new analysis finds that in 2023, many families turned to credit card debt, payday loans, savings, and Buy Now, Pay Later options to put food on their tables—options that could hurt their financial stability. Strengthening safety net programs like SNAP could help more Americans afford to feed their families.
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Does SNAP Cover the Cost of a Meal in Your County? (updated)
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SNAP Benefits Remained Too Low to Help Families Afford Food in 2023
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VA Home Loans Have Several Advantages but Could Do More to Support Military Members Facing Financial Hardship
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The State of Data Disaggregation for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Groups
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State Variation in Medicaid and CHIP Unwinding for Children and Adults as of November 2023
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