SNAP is the foundation of nutrition assistance programs. This program provides assistance to more than 47 million individuals in nearly 23 million low-income households. Eligibility is not limited to certain groups of individuals, and because of this, SNAP serves a large number of families with children, seniors, and people with disabilities. Others eligible for SNAP include families with adults working in low-wage jobs, unemployed workers and those on a fixed income. The SNAP Program assists approximately 72 percent of people living in households with children. Nearly 25% of families with seniors and individuals with disabilities are also on welfare (Rosenbaum, 2013). SNAP responded effectively to the recession. The number of cases increased between 2007 and 2011. The reason for this increase is that the economic recession has damaged the economic resources of millions of people. This caused an increase in the number of low-income families, which also increased the number of families and individuals who applied and qualified to receive help through SNAP. The Recovery Act of 2009 also increased SNAP benefits. The Recovery Act of 2009 was signed into law by President Obama on February 17, 2009. This act was passed to make an effort to inspire our economy, create and save jobs, and recognize the long-neglected challenges facing this country face. The goals of the Recovery Act include modernizing our nation's infrastructure, strengthening energy independence, expanding educational opportunities, improving health care, providing tax relief, and protecting those most in need (Rosenbaum, 2013 ). “Policymakers found SNAP to be effective for this purpose due to its broad reach among low-income populations and its high efficiency… middle of the paper… in terms of social justice (Robinson, 2014). Cited Andrews, M., & Smallwood, D. (2012). What's behind the increase in Snap participation? Amber Waves, 1. Retrieved from http://www.ers.usda.gov/media/361018/snaprise_1_.pdfRobinson, M. (2014). What is social justice? Informally published manuscript. Department of Government and Justice Studies. Appalachian State University, Boone, NC. Retrieved from http://gis.appstate.edu/social-justice-and-human-rights/what-social-justiceRosenbaum, D. (2013, March 11). Snap is effective and efficient. Retrieved from http://www.cbpp.org/cms/?fa=view&id=3239SNAP to Health. (2010). The real benefits of snapping. Retrieved from http://www.snaptohealth.org/snap/the-real-benefits-of-the-snap-programUSDA. (2013, December 30). Suitability: food service and nutrition. Retrieved from http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/eligibility