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Programs in Rhode Island
Rhode Island programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Rhode Island Department of Human Services
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
SNAP helps eligible households pay for food.
Ways to apply:OnlinePaperIn person
Rhode Island Department of Human Services and Rhode Island Department of Health
Women, Infants, and Children
Also: WIC
WIC provides food benefits, nutrition support, and referrals to eligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and young children.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
Rhode Island Department of Human Services
SUN Bucks
SUN Bucks gives eligible children grocery benefits during summer break.
Ways to apply:OnlinePaper
Rhode Island Department of Education
National School Lunch Program
The school meals program helps schools serve meals to eligible students.
Ways to apply:PaperIn person
Checked on October 8, 2026
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