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Apply For Federal & State Nutrition Assistance Programs

If you or someone you know needs food assistance, the Federation of Virginia Food Banks and our seven-member food banks can help to connect you with the food resources you need. Please remember that Federal and state programs are the first line of defense for those dealing with food insecurity.  Please visit the Virginia Department of Social Services site to determine which programs may be available to you, and to apply today.

If you are in need of assistance,
determine which benefit programs may be
available to you and to apply today at
Virginia CommonHelp

SNAP

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) was formerly known as food stamps. SNAP stands for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and is the nation’s largest food assistance program for low-income households.

For more information about SNAP, visit:

  • USDA/Food and Nutrition Service
  • SNAP at Virginia Department of Social Services
  • SNAP Calculator

WIC

Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants & Children (WIC) is intended to improve the health of pregnant women, infants and children (under 5 years) through better nutrition and access to health care.

Learn more about WIC in Virginia.

Child Nutrition: There are hundreds of sites across Virginia where children can eat at no cost outside of the school day. Find a site near you.


Food Bank Agency Locator

  • Blue Ridge Area Food Bank
  • Capital Area Food Bank
  • Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank
  • Feed More, Inc.
  • Feeding Southwest Virginia
  • Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore
  • Virginia Peninsula Foodbank

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Our Member Food Banks

Blue Ridge Area Food Bank
Capital Area Food Bank
Feed More, Inc.
Feeding Southwest Virginia
Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank
Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore
Virginia Peninsula Foodbank

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