Project Bread

We connect people and communities in MA to reliable food sources while advocating for policies that make food more accessible, so that no one goes hungry.

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But our work isn’t done. HIP’s success relies on families accessing SNAP, and they need better access. Additional funding for DTA caseworkers will help more eligible people access SNAP and HIP.
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🎉 The Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) is about to reach an incredible milestone—$100 million earned by Massachusetts families since 2017! That investment has generated $188 million in local economic activity, strengthening our communities and supporting local farms.

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At a time of rising food insecurity and reduced federal support, HIP is a lifeline for SNAP households. Thank you to our legislators for funding HIP in the FY27 budget and standing with us year after year!

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A hungry student cannot fully engage in learning. Read about why breakfast is a critical investment in students’ success.

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The advocacy continues — join the Project Bread Action Team to stay connected for opportunities to raise your voice! https://t.co/L7JcWIPtA0

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Last week, the Massachusetts Senate finalized their version of the FY27 state budget and we want to thank @senrobynkennedy & the 21 cosponsors of an amendment (half the Senate) to increase funding to expand access to SNAP by hiring more DTA case workers to expand access to SNAP.

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With 40% of our neighbors struggling with food insecurity, we urge the Legislature to include the strongest anti-hunger proposals in its final FY27 budget.

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All across Massachusetts, students are reaping the benefits of free school meals. Universal school meals alleviate financial stress for families while ensuring kids and teens can eat nutritious and balanced meals at school.

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#schoolmeals

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We frequently hear stories like this from callers to our FoodSource Hotline. People deserve to get the SNAP benefits they need.

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#SNAPMatters #MakeHungerHistory

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These stories are not unique experiences. In March, 81% of calls to DTA were unanswered, meaning most people couldn’t reach a live worker. Join the Action Team to stay up-to-date: https://t.co/L7JcWIPtA0

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Over the past year, nearly 140,000 individuals—including 48,000 children—have lost SNAP benefits, largely due to shifting requirements and difficulties connecting with DTA.
Join the Action Team to stay up-to-date: https://t.co/L7JcWIPtA0

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Join us in asking the Massachusetts Senate to support amendments that better serve families experiencing food insecurity across Massachusetts, including increasing DTA capacity. ACT NOW: https://t.co/PCU05Cdism

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In March alone, 81% of calls to DTA went unanswered, preventing most people from reaching a live worker. As a result, many are forced to make repeated, time-consuming trips to DTA offices just to get help.

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Join us in asking the Massachusetts Senate to support amendments that better serve families experiencing food insecurity across Massachusetts, including increasing DTA capacity.

ACT NOW: https://t.co/PCU05Cdism

#SNAPmatters #MakeHungerHistory

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⚠️ The Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) is facing a critical staffing shortage, leaving thousands of residents unable to access essential SNAP benefits.

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The stakes are higher than ever, with 40% of households in Massachusetts struggling to put food on the table.

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As a result, many are forced to make repeated, time-consuming trips to DTA offices just to get help. Over the past year, nearly 140,000 individuals—including 48,000 children—have lost SNAP benefits, largely due to shifting requirements and difficulties connecting with DTA.

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Long wait times, unanswered calls, and complicated paperwork are creating significant barriers for those in need. In March alone, 81% of calls to DTA went unanswered, preventing most people from reaching a live worker.