(EITC): A federal refundable tax credit for low- to moderate-income working persons and families. Food Bank For New York City’s Tax Assistance Program completed more than 40,000 tax returns for low-income New Yorkers last year, helping to bring more than $60 million in tax refunds and credits back into the city.

The national hunger-relief nonprofit that organizes more than 200 food banks and food rescue organizations. Food Bank For New York City is a participating member.

(FNS): The USDA agency responsible for administering the nation’s domestic nutrition assistance programs.

A nonprofit organization that distributes and/or stores food and related products that it solicits, collects and purchases from manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers and government agencies to community and emergency food programs.

(SFSP): SFSP is an entitlement program that provides funding for centers that provide free breakfasts and lunches to children 18 or younger during the summer months. Also commonly known as Summer Meals.

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