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The goal of the Supplemental
Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) is to encourage
people to choose healthy foods and active lifestyles consistent
with the current Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the My
Pyramid Food Guidance System.
SNAP-Ed, formerly BFNEP, is targeted to people who receive, or
eligible to receive, Basic Food Program benefits (food stamps).
Where is SNAP-Ed in Washington State ?
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Basic Food
Program Clients
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12 percent
Washington residents are served by the Basic Food Program.
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40 percent
are younger than 18.
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42 percent
are 18-49.
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8 percent
are 50-59.
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8 percent
are over 60.
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Only 57
percent of eligible people receive food stamp benefits and
assistance.
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A
2008 report (PDF, 145KB) showed
significant food insecurity in Washington, particularly
in rural counties.
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