This is an uncertain time for SNAP recipients. New York is closely watching any legal decisions that may require the federal government to deliver benefits. View guidance about the status of SNAP, explore resources for New Yorkers looking to get food, and check eligibility for additional food programs.

MOFP released the latest Food Forward progress report, highlighting achievements made over FY2024-25 to increase equitable access to healthy food, expand economy opportunity, strengthen infrastructure, improve sustainability, and facilitate collaboration across NYC's food system. 

The Mayor's Office of Food Policy is working to take action against the climate crisis by taking a closer look at what's on our plates. Executive Director Kate MacKenzie outlines initiatives across City agencies and private sector partnerships that are drawing down emissions, saving costs, and improving New Yorkers' health.

The Plant-Powered Carbon Challenge is NYC’s first food and climate initiative for private sector institutions to lead the way in building a more sustainable food system. Eighteen inaugural signatories have taken the helm, publicly committing to reduce food-based carbon emissions by 25% by 2030 through delicious, plant-powered food.

NYC is partnering with Hot Bread Kitchen to develop plant-forward culinary skills of kitchen staff at DOC and ACS facilities. These culinary trainings are made possible through funding from the Carbon Neutral Cities Alliance to support health of persons in custody, improve workers' economic opportunities, and reduce emissions through serving nutritious, delicious, and culturally relevant meals.