Category: Family benefits

According to the Food Research & Action Center, children in households with incomes at or below 130 percent of the federal poverty level are eligible for free school meals. This guide details what determines eligibility for free lunch, including income-based criteria and automatic qualification through other assistance programs.

For Fiscal Year 2025, WIC participants in New York receive a monthly Cash Value Benefit (CVB) for fruits and vegetables that varies by participant category. This benefit is part of a larger food package, so the overall value is not a single cash amount, but it directly addresses the question of how much does WIC pay per month in NY for certain food items.