SNAP Grant Programs

Looking for SNAP Grant programs? This article will go over an exciting opportunity where you could be awarded millions of dollars for improving SNAP.

Keep reading below to find out how you can apply to these grants and become part of the nationwide effort to improve the operation of this vital food assistance program.

SNAP Grant Program Overview

Process and Technology Improvement Grants (PTIG) is run by the Food and Nutrition Services (FNS). Up to $5 million is awarded each year to state agencies and other organizations.

These grants support the development and execution of projects that aim to improve the efficiency of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Fun With Numbers

Since 2013, PTIG has awarded $30 million to grant winners, with an average grant amount of $667. There have been a total of 39 unique grant winners in 23 states and territories, and a total of 120 applications received.

Grants By Region

According to (insert website here), here is a breakdown of how many have been awarded in each region:

  • The NorthEast has 14 grants awarded, 47 applications received, and $5.85 million in grant totals.
  • The MidAtlantic has 6 grants awarded, 17 applications received, and $6.60 million in grant totals.
  • The MidWest has 1 grant awarded, 5 applications received, and $1 million in grant totals.
  • The SouthEast has 8 grants awarded, 19 applications received, and $4.54 million in grant totals.
  • The SouthWest has 2 grants awarded, 6 applications received, and $1.94 million in grant totals.
  • The MountainPlains has 6 grants awarded, 10 applications received, and $4.37 million in grant totals.
  • The West has 8 grants awarded, 25 applications received, and $5.7 million in grant totals.

Who Can Apply

All 53 state agencies that operate the SNAP are able to apply. Other agencies specializing in health or welfare services, public health, or educational groups may also qualify. Private nonprofit organizations such as community and faith-based groups, food banks, or other emergency food supply programs are also welcome to apply to the PTIG.

Important Deadlines

Here are some important SNAP deadlines that you need to know about:

  • Spring 2022: Request for applications will be posted on Grants.Gov
  • Spring 2022: PTIF applications will be posted on PTIG Website
  • Summer 2022: Applications are due on Grants.gov
  • September 2022: PTIGs Awarded

Final Word

If you have a unique plan to help make SNAP higher quality and more efficient, you should consider applying to this grant program.

Go to SNAP PTIG to learn more information about this opportunity.

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