New York City is providing information and resources to help Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients understand work requirements, find qualifying opportunities and navigate the process of reapplying for benefits.
The guidance outlines options for meeting the requirements and provides access to online tools, multilingual materials and assistance through the city’s Human Resources Administration (HRA).
Under the guidelines, recipients may meet the work requirements by working at least 20 hours a week or 80 hours a month. Participation in an approved job training or education program for the same number of hours also qualifies. Another option is volunteering with an approved organization for the required number of hours, which depends on the recipient’s SNAP benefit amount. HRA will review applications on a case-by-case basis.
“Food should not be a luxury in New York City. This year, our administration used every tool at our disposal to help New Yorkers hold on to the food assistance they rely on, and more than 220,000 people were able to keep their SNAP benefits,” said Mayor Mamdani. “Now, we’re getting back to work to help New Yorkers who were left behind by these federal cuts get their benefits back. If you lost SNAP, we want you to know: The City is here to help you re-enroll and put food on your table.”
The guidance is relevant to Brooklyn residents who rely on SNAP to help pay for groceries and need to understand the conditions associated with their benefits. Information about qualifying work, training and volunteer opportunities can help recipients identify options that fit their circumstances and determine what steps they may need to take to maintain their assistance.
The city directs recipients to a map of opportunities available through the SNAP benefits page on NYC.gov. Additional resources include public service announcement flyers in multiple languages, a guide to reapplying and an action guide designed to explain the requirements. Social media graphics are also available to help community organizations share information with residents.
Brooklyn residents can call 718-SNAP-NOW at 718-762-7669 for assistance or reapply online at nyc.gov/ACCESSHRA. The ACCESS HRA mobile app allows recipients to manage their cases and submit documents. Details about work requirements and exemptions are available at https://www.nyc.gov/site/mayorspeu/resources/oh-snap-new-work-requirements.page. Additional guidance is available through the city’s frequently asked questions page at https://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/access-hra-frequently-asked-questions.page.
Recipients should review the requirements, explore qualifying opportunities and contact HRA if they need clarification about their circumstances. Those preparing to reapply can use the city’s online resources and multilingual guides to better understand the process and submit the necessary documentation.
