Update on Nebraska Extension SNAP-Ed Programming
On July 4th, 2025, the President signed a budget reconciliation bill that eliminated federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (SNAP-Ed) effective September 30, 2025.
As a valued partner, we understand you may have questions about the future of Nebraska Extension’s health and nutrition programming. Below is a list of answers to questions you might have.
- Has the SNAP-Ed program officially ended in Nebraska?
Yes. As of now, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program–Education (SNAP-Ed) is officially ending nationally, effective September 30, 2025. This means Nebraska Extension will no longer deliver SNAP-Ed funded programs.
- Why is SNAP-Ed ending?
SNAP-Ed funding was eliminated from the federal budget, effectively discontinuing the program nationwide.
- What specific services/programs are going away?
Many of the educational programs delivered at qualifying community sites, such as schools, senior centers, farmers markets, and food pantries, have been supported by SNAP-Ed funding. While Nebraska Extension will retain access to most of the curricula used, the elimination of SNAP-Ed funding means there will not be staff to deliver these programs, and no SNAP-Ed funds to support associated costs, such as travel, materials, or site-based activities.
In addition, the SNAP-Ed supported nutrition education materials previously provided to programming sites will be discontinued.
- Will Nebraska Extension still offer food, nutrition, and health-related programs?
Yes. Nebraska Extension continues to prioritize the health and well-being of Nebraskans. However, this work will look different with the elimination of SNAP-Ed funding.
- Can external organizations help Nebraska Extension fill the gap?
For SNAP-Ed funded programs, specifically? No. Termination of federal funding means there is no longer infrastructure to support the program. For other food, nutrition, and health programs? Yes. We welcome opportunities to co-develop new programs, apply for joint funding, or provide services through partnerships.
- Is Nebraska Extension leaving my county?
Nebraska Extension continues to serve every county in Nebraska. While SNAP-Ed funding and programming is ending, our broader educational and outreach mission continues.
- Was this decision due to problems with Nebraska Extension’s SNAP-Ed program?
No. Nebraska Extension’s SNAP-Ed program has a strong record of success and community impact. The decision to remove SNAP-Ed was made at the federal level and does not reflect program quality or outcomes. The federal decision eliminates SNAP-Ed nationwide.
