The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly known as the Food Stamp Program, provides monthly benefits to help low-income families buy the food they need to be healthy.
SNAP is a federal program administered locally by the Mississippi Department of Human Services.
At the national level, SNAP is the largest hunger safety net programme in the country.
CPAWS is intended to supplement a person's income to help meet their nutritional needs.
Mississippi residents who are struggling with food insecurity are encouraged to apply for the program.