SNAP Next Step Employment and Training Program
The SNAP Next Step Employment and Training Program funds Nebraska organizations to provide job training and employment services for SNAP recipients, aiming to boost employability and self-sufficiency.
Funder: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services
Due Dates: Continuous (applications accepted any time)
Funding Amounts: 50% reimbursement of allowable costs; no set maximum; initial period of performance is 1 year, renewable for up to 4 additional years.
Summary: Supports Nebraska-based organizations in providing job training and employment services to SNAP recipients and eligible low-income adults.
Key Information: Requires non-federal match (50%); reimbursement only—applicants must front all costs.
Description
The SNAP Next Step Employment and Training Program, administered by the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), funds organizations to deliver employment and training services for low-income adults receiving or eligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Through partnerships with community organizations, educational institutions, and non-profits, the program aims to increase employability, support stable employment, and promote independence from public assistance for SNAP recipients across Nebraska.
