03.21.2025 Another Voice: Raising the SNAP monthly benefit makes good sense
The soaring cost of groceries has become a burden for families across New York. As the price of staples such as eggs and milk skyrocket, far too many families are forced to make difficult choices− often at the expense of nutritious food.
Few government programs have been as effective and meaningful to New Yorkers recently as the Supplemental
Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which provides eligible low-income families with funds to purchase food. With rising prices forcing many families to choose between paying rent, keeping the lights on, and buying food, SNAP is
a vital lifeline for nearly 3 million New Yorkers each month.