Summary

An overview of key food assistance programs in Tennessee and how Extension can connect families to them to improve food security. Summarizes benefits of programs like SNAP, WIC, meals for older adults, school and summer feeding, and emergency food support, while noting common barriers such as stigma, transportation, and complicated applications. Provides a quick guide to eligibility and services across programs and highlights Extension’s role in nutrition education, outreach, and partnerships with pantries, schools, markets, and community agencies to help people access benefits and stretch food budgets.