State Administrative Matching Grants for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

 

SNAP State Administrative Expenses: Provide Federal financial assistance to State agencies for costs incurred to operate the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). SNAP Employment and Training (E&T) 100 Percent Federal Funds and Reimbursement for 50 percent of allowable expenses: Provide grants to States to provide E&T services to assist SNAP participants in moving towards meaningful employment. An E&T program may consist of many different types of components, including but not limited to: independent job search; job search training and support; workfare; educational programs to improve employability; work experience or training to improve employability; other employment oriented activities (e.g., job placement, supported work experience, Workforce Invetment Act (WIA) services); and selfemployment training. USDA provide States with 100 percent Federal funding for E&T based on a specific formula. USDA also reimburses States for 50 percent of certain allowable, reasonable and necessary E&T expenses that exceed their 100 percent grant. USDA also provides 50 percent reimbursement for transportation and childcare costs to ensure successful participation in E&T programs. States are not allowed to use 100 percent grants for participant expenses. The Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention Grants (SNAP-Ed): Provide 100 percent Federal funding for States based on a specified formula for nutrition education for low income people.

General information about this opportunity
Last Known Status
Active
Program Number
10.561
Federal Agency/Office
Food and Nutrition Service, Department of Agriculture
Type(s) of Assistance Offered
A - Formula Grants; Z - Salaries and Expenses
Program Accomplishments
Not applicable.
Authorization
Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, as amended, Section 16, Public Law 95-113, 91 Stat. 958, 7 U.S.C. 2025; Public Law 99-198, Public Law 105-33, Public Law 105-185,Public Law 110-246, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, Public Law 111-5, Healthy Hunger Free Kids Act, Public Law 111-296, American Taxpayer Relief Act, Public Law 112-240; Agricultural Act of 2014
Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018
Public Law 116-260
Public Law 117-7
Who is eligible to apply/benefit from this assistance?
Applicant Eligibility
SNAP SAE, E&T, and SNAP Ed: Agreements are between USDA-FNS and State cooperators. (U.S. Territories qualify as States for grant purposes.)
Beneficiary Eligibility
SNAP SAE, E&T, and SNAP Ed: Agreements are between USDA-FNS and State cooperators. (U.S. Territories qualify as States for grant purposes.)
Credentials/Documentation
No preapplication forms are required. A plan of operation must be submitted by the State agency prior to approval for funding. The standard application forms as furnished by the Federal agency and required by OMB Circular No. A-102, as implemented by 7 CFR part 3016, must be used for this program. This program is eligible for coverage under E.O. 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review.
What is the process for applying and being award this assistance?
Pre-Application Procedure
Preapplication coordination is required. This program is eligible for coverage under E.O. 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review. No preapplication forms are required. A plan of operation must be submitted by the State agency prior to approval for funding. The standard application forms as furnished by the Federal agency and required by OMB Circular No. A-102, as implemented by 7 CFR Part 3016, must be used for this program. An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review.
Application Procedure
2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards applies to this program. SNAP SAE; E&T, and SNAP Ed: State governments may apply for funding in accordance with requirements outlined in 7 CFR Parts, 271 and 277.
Award Procedure
Food and Nutrition Service funds State Agency cooperators. No preapplication forms are required. A plan of operation must be submitted by the State agency prior to approval for funding. The standard application forms as furnished by the Federal agency and required by OMB Circular No. A-102, as implemented by 7 CFR Part 3016, must be used for this program. An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review.
Deadlines
August 15, 2012 Budgets are due to FNS August 15 each year. Contact the headquarters or regional location, as appropriate for application deadlines
Approval/Disapproval Decision Time
30 days.
Appeals
Not applicable.
Renewals
Annually, as of October 1.
How are proposals selected?
Not applicable.
How may assistance be used?
SNAP State Administrative Expenses: Provide Federal funding for administrative costs incurred by State and local agencies to operate SNAP. Unless authorized by Federal legislation, outlays charged to other Federal grants or to Federal contracts may not be considered as State agency costs. Submission of claims for payments of administrative costs shall be in accordance with 7 CFR 277 of the SNAP Regulations. SNAP Employment and Training: Provide Federal funding to States to help SNAP recipients find work or gain the skills, training and experience that lead to employment. SNAP-Ed Education: The Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention Grants (SNAP-ED) provide 100 percent Federal funding for States based on a specified formula for nutrition education for low income people. Offered by States to increase the likelihood that persons eligible for SNAP will make healthy food choices within a limited budget and choose physically active lifestyles consistent with the current Dietary Guidelines for Americans and USDA food guidance (MyPlate).
What are the requirements after being awarded this opportunity?
Reporting
Performance Reports: Financial Management Reviews, Management Evaluations, and Quality Control Reviews
Auditing
Not applicable.
Records
Financial records, supporting documents, statistical records, and all records pertinent to a grant program shall be retained for a period of 3 years. Additionally, those record retention requirements outlined in 7 CFR Part 3016, apply to this program.
Other Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
Statutory Formula: Title Food and Nutrition Act (FNA) of 2008, 2002 and 2008 Farm Bills for SNAP Employment and Training (E&T), Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 Food and Nutrition Act (FNA) of 2008, 2002 and 2008 Farm Bills for SNAP Employment and Training (E&T), Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010

Matching requirements are not applicable to this assistance listing.

MOE requirements are not applicable to this assistance listing.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Annually by fiscal year. Method of awarding/releasing assistance: Letter.
Who do I contact about this opportunity?
Regional or Local Office
See Appendix IV of the Catalog.
Headquarters Office
Associate Administrator
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, 1320 Braddock Place
Alexandria, VA 22314 US
laura.griffin@usda.gov
Phone: (703) 305-2022
Website Address
https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program
Financial Information
Account Identification
12-3505-0-1-605
Obligations
(Salaries and Expenses) FY 22$5,536,316,000.00; FY 23 est $5,707,550,000.00; FY 24 FY 21$5,313,427,000.00; FY 20$4,965,651,000.00; FY 19$4,617,913,000.00; FY 18$4,483,411,000.00; FY 17$3,796,002,000.00; FY 16 est $5,106,107,000.00; - SNAP State Administrative Expenses: Provide Federal financial assistance to State agencies for costs incurred to operate the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).(Salaries and Expenses) FY 22$511,929,000.00; FY 23 Estimate Not Available FY 24 FY 21$501,888,000.00; FY 20$489,794,000.00; FY 19$377,707,000.00; FY 18$366,706,000.00; FY 17$318,932,000.00; FY 16 est $346,669,000.00; - Employment & Training (E&T): Provide 50% Federal funding for State administrative costs and participant reimbursement for program costs, such as transportation and dependent care(Salaries and Expenses) FY 22$452,000,000.00; FY 23 Estimate Not Available FY 24 FY 21$448,000,000.00; FY 20$441,000,000.00; FY 19$433,000,000.00; FY 18$421,000,000.00; FY 17$411,096,000.00; FY 16 est $411,000,000.00; - Nutrition Education & Obesity Prevention Grant Program (SNAP-Ed): Provide 100% Federal funding for nutrition education for SNAP applicants and participants by State agencies.(Salaries and Expenses) FY 22$123,900,000.00; FY 23 FY 24 FY 21$123,900,000.00; FY 20$123,900,000.00; FY 19$123,900,000.00; FY 18$110,000,000.00; FY 17$118,813,000.00; FY 16 est $110,000,000.00; - Employment & Training (E&T): Provide 100% Federal funding for State administrative costs of operating E&T programs.(Salaries and Expenses) FY 22$0.00; FY 23 FY 24 FY 21$100,000,000.00; FY 20$0.00; - Consolidated Appropriations Act: Provide 100% Federal funding for State administrative costs.(Salaries and Expenses) FY 22$445,000,000.00; FY 23 FY 24 FY 21$245,000,000.00; FY 20$0.00; - American Rescue Plan Act: Provide 100% Federal funding for State administrative costs.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Unavailable
Regulations, Guidelines and Literature
7 CFR Parts 275, 276, 277 and 3016.
Examples of Funded Projects
Not applicable.

 


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