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SNAP Benefits

SNAP or nutrition assistance benefits help individuals and families buy food they need. You can even grow your own food using SNAP benefits by buying seeds or plants. SNAP food benefits are loaded to your Quest Card and can be used just like a credit card at any store that accepts SNAP. To see if you qualify for these benefits visit the following link.

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Arizona WIC Program

The Arizona Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) provides nutrition education and breastfeeding support services, supplemental nutritious foods and referrals to health and social services.

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Breastfeeding Hotline

The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is here to support you on your breastfeeding journey. Get answers to your breastfeeding questions 24 hours a day by calling the Arizona Department of Health Services' 24-Hour Breastfeeding Hotline at 1-800-833-4642.

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Farmers Market Nutrition Program

WIC families and seniors in the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) have the opportunity to receive Farmers Market coupons with a total value of $30. The checks are for you to purchase fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs at a participating farmers market.

View the Farmers Market Map Learn more about the Farmers Market Nutrition Program
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Emergency Food

Many Arizona households struggle with food insecurity or not having enough food all of the time. If you aren’t sure where your next meal is coming from, you can find emergency food resources in your area to get through tough times.

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Double Up Food Bucks Arizona

The Double Up Food Bucks program doubles the value of your SNAP/EBT benefits spent at participating farmers markets and grocery stories, helping you bring home more healthy fruits and vegetables! For a list of markets near you, please visit the Double Up Food Bucks AZ website.

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Many schools are serving free grab and go meals during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Children and teens ages 18 and younger can receive free meals at participating locations throughout the state. You can get meals from any site, find one close to you.

Click on the location name for contact information and meal times. If no locations are listed in your area, call the AZ Hunger Hotline at 602-528-3434 or 1-800-445-1914.

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Child Care

Nearly every ADHS licensed and DES certified child care provider participates in the Empower Program. The Empower Program supports healthy children by shaping healthy environments. Find a child care provider in your area.

Find AZ Health Zone Programs in Your Area

Find programs working in your community. AZ Health Zone programs are designed with you and your community in mind. They offer resources and classes on nutrition and physical activity, gardening support, farmers markets, physical activity opportunities, and much more. Reach out to your local office for more information.

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