Press Releases

SUN Bucks Program Returns to Louisiana for Summer 2025

April 28, 2025

The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) announced today that the state will participate in the SUN Bucks program again this summer.

Louisiana Launches Project to Make Fresh Produce More Affordable for SNAP Recipients

April 14, 2025

The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is launching a federally-funded pilot to encourage Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to make healthier food choices.

DCFS and St. Bernard Parish Library Partner to Offer In-Person Services and Application Assistance

January 13, 2025

Thanks to a new partnership between St. Bernard Parish Library and the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), residents may now receive in-person assistance with certain public benefits at the library located at 2600 Palmisano Boulevard in Chalmette every Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

DCFS Urges Immediate PIN Change Amid Skimming Device Discovery

November 06, 2024

DCFS is urging all EBT cardholders to change their PIN immediately following the discovery of multiple skimming devices at various retail locations across the state.

Hurricane Francine DSNAP Operation a Team Effort

October 03, 2024

"We are grateful to our Governor and our incredible partners at FNS for answering the call to offer these important resources to families impacted by Francine."

Changes to SNAP Work Requirements Effective October 1

September 30, 2024

Starting October 1, the age limit for ABAWDs will increase from 52 to 54 and time-limit waivers in 33 parishes will expire. Notices were mailed to affected SNAP recipients on August 30.

SNAP Income Thresholds, Deductions and Resource Limits Increase October 1

September 30, 2024

Beginning October 1, more than 400,000 Louisiana households will see a modest increase in monthly Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits thanks to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) annual cost-of-living adjustment for Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2025.

Hurricane Francine Disaster Food Assistance Available for Jefferson Parish

September 30, 2024

The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) received federal approval on September 27, 2024, for multiple forms of disaster food assistance for Hurricane Francine-affected families in Jefferson Parish. USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) authorized Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (DSNAP) operations and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) supplements.

DCFS Names New Deputy Secretary, Aly Rau

September 24, 2024

The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) has named Aly Rau as its new Deputy Secretary.

DSNAP, SNAP Replacements and Supplements Authorized for Certain Parishes Affected by Hurricane Francine

September 20, 2024

The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) received federal approval on September 20, 2024, for multiple forms of disaster food assistance for Hurricane Francine-affected families. USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) authorized Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (DSNAP) operations in 8 parishes, automatic SNAP replacement benefits for 4 parishes, and automatic SNAP supplements for 6 parishes.