Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies

Inspiring hope and change in the lives of SNAP participants through SNAP Employment & Training programs.

SNAP Employment & Training (E&T)

Visit the USDA's SNAP E&T website.

In 2021, the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service awarded The Network, in partnership with JVS Boston, a $1.2 million grant over three years. This funding aims to build the capacity of Network member agencies interested in becoming certified SNAP Employment & Training (E&T) providers for SNAP beneficiaries.

The grant supports 15 member agencies throughout the three-year period, beginning in January 2022. To date, all 15 agencies have successfully completed Phase One, which included a six-session technical assistance (TA) learning curriculum. In Phase Two, these agencies continue to receive individualized TA and coaching from JVS Boston, a member agency and partner with a successful SNAP E&T program since 2015.

Why SNAP E&T?

Concerned about the uneven economic recovery affecting communities and workers nationwide, The Network applied for a USDA SNAP Employment and Training (E&T) grant. The pandemic has disproportionately impacted various groups, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), women, immigrants, individuals without a college degree, and workers in low-wage jobs and rural areas. These populations continue to face systemic barriers to accessing quality jobs and economic mobility.

The USDA’s SNAP E&T program, often underutilized, provides States with the ability to enhance and expand existing policies, programs, and funding streams. This program is crucial for increasing access to high-quality education, vocational training, and employment services. By addressing these barriers, the program equips individuals with the skills necessary to participate in the economic recovery.

Building Pathways through Partnerships

Through partnerships with nonprofit human service agencies like The Network, institutions of higher education, and other organizations, States can create effective pathways for SNAP beneficiaries who are unemployed or underemployed. These collaborations are vital in providing the necessary supports and connections to improve economic opportunities for those most affected by the pandemic.

Learn More

For more information on how The Network is working to support SNAP beneficiaries and to explore potential partnerships, please contact us at engagement@networkjhsa.org Together, we can help create a more equitable economic recovery for all.