In this month’s update, read about our experience while traveling across the state, learn how you can share your SNAP story, and find resources to help Kansas students start the school year with consistent access to healthy food.
BLOG: What We Learned From Kansans Ahead of the August Primary
As we continue to celebrate the outcome of the amendment election, we are also reflecting on our work leading up to the primary. Kansas Appleseed traveled to nearly 40 communities across the state to talk with Kansans about the constitutional amendment. In his blog, Logan Stenseng shares thoughtful questions and concerns from Kansans, along with their clear desire for accessible, nonpartisan civic education.
Share Your Story About SNAP
Have your SNAP benefits been reduced or stopped because of recent changes under federal law?
Kansas Appleseed is looking to connect with individuals affected by SNAP modifications resulting from H.R. 1, the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill,’ which was signed into law in July 2025.
If you have experienced any disruption to SNAP, share your story here.
STATEMENT: Advocates Sound Alarm as Kansas SNAP Rolls Drop by Nearly 7,000 People in One Month
Nearly 7,000 Kansans lost SNAP in the most recent month alone. Since July 2025, more than 32,000 Kansans, including more than 14,000 children, have lost benefits.
We are urging the Department for Children and Families (DCF) to take every available step to immediately address processing delays and ensure eligible Kansans receive the timely benefits they need to put food on the table.
Read our full joint statement here.
Resources for Meal Access During Back-to-School Season
As we enter this new school year, we’ve created a few resources to ensure all students have consistent access to healthy food year-round.
- Household Economic Surveys: If your district participates in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), districts may use Household Economic Surveys to collect income data from all families in place of free or reduced-price meal applications. Our guides in EnglishandEspañolexplain how these forms help your district unlock state and federal funding that supports all students.
EVENT: No Laughing Matter – Comedy With a Cause!
Our partners at the Alliance for a Healthy Kansas are hosting a free community event that begins with a block party on August 27, 6:00–7:00 p.m., featuring free food, family-friendly activities, sidewalk chalk art, and activities for all ages. No ticket is required for the block party.
WEBINAR: Food Security in Schools Lunch & Learn
Join us for a virtual webinar to explore various program and policy options to strengthen food security in your school district. Topics will include school meal access, reduced-price copays, alternative breakfast models, unpaid meal debt, Community Eligibility Provision, recent legislation, and available resources. This webinar will be offered on two dates.
- Tuesday, September 8, 2026 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Register here:https://zoom.us/meeting/
register/6EoMEQxGQfO_ 3N5nXt5wbg - Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/
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In the news:
– Thousands of Kansans Are Losing SNAP. Here’s What You Need to Know About the New Work Rules
– Kansas voters reject constitutional amendment on judicial selection by wide margin
