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Resource | Technical Assistance Disaster Assistance Factsheet

We plays a vital role in providing supplemental nutrition assistance when disasters occur by coordinating with states, territories, Tribes, and local voluntary organizations.

01/13/2025
Resource | Factsheets WIC During Disasters Factsheet

WIC is not designed to be a disaster assistance program, and is, therefore, not considered a first response option for disaster survivors. WIC policies allow state agencies flexibility in program design and administration to support continuation of benefits to participants during times of natural or other disasters. WIC state agencies are encouraged to work with state and local emergency services offices, as well as FEMA, to assist participants during a disaster.

05/04/2023
Resource | Factsheets Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP)

Through the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, FNA is able to quickly offer short-term food assistance benefits to families suffering in the wake of a disaster.

05/04/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance Child Nutrition Programs During Disaster

Natural disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods, can be devastating to communities and require a quick response. Schools, child care centers, and summer sites that operate the National School Lunch and School Breakfast programs, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, or the Summer Food Service Program can help minimize disruptions to your family.

05/04/2023
Resource | Factsheets Using USDA Food During a Human Pandemic Outbreak Options for Schools and Communities

This fact sheet is for using USDA Food during a human pandemic outbreak.

02/12/2020
Resource | Technical Assistance Infant Formula and Food Provided to Disaster Survivors

In the event of a Presidential Disaster Declaration, we can procure and provide an emergency supply of infant formula and food to supplement a state’s or FEMA's disaster feeding efforts.

10/01/2018
Resource | Technical Assistance Community Disaster Action Framework

Community Disaster Action Framework

07/30/2009
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