Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)

The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is a part of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) that oversees programs aimed at reducing hunger and improving nutrition for low-income individuals and families. FNS administers various federal food assistance programs, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). By providing access to nutritious food and education about healthy eating, FNS helps promote better health and wellbeing in communities across the country.