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State Plan AR FY26 - Original Submission Page of 65 112 NON-EDUCATION, NON-WORK COMPONENT: WORKFARE Description of the component. Provide a summary of the activities and services. The Workfare component is designed to allow SNAP participants to “work off” the value of their household’s SNAP benefit allotment through participation in structured, supervised community service activities. Workfare provides participants with opportunities to gain soft skills, work habits, and practical experience while contributing to projects that benefit the community. Activities and Services: Participants are placed with public or non-profit agencies to perform tasks such as clerical support, custodial work, food pantry assistance, landscaping, maintenance, or other community service–oriented projects. The number of hours assigned is determined by dividing the household’s monthly SNAP allotment by the higher of the federal or state minimum wage, in accordance with 7 CFR § 273.7(m). Supervision is provided by the host agency, with progress monitored by the SNAP E&T provider and the State agency. Providers may offer supportive services (e.g., transportation assistance, safety equipment, or required uniforms) to ensure participants can attend their workfare assignments. Workfare placements are not intended to displace existing workers or impair existing contracts for services. The Workfare component supports participant engagement, instills accountability, and helps individuals develop work readiness skills that may lead to unsubsidized employment. Indicate the Target Population this component will serve. Select all that apply. ABAWDs All Work Reggistrants 10/1/2025-3/31/26 Homeless Returning citizens (aka: ex-offenders) Single parents Students Those that reside in rural areas Underemployed Veterans Describe the criteria for participation. Include the skills, knowledge, or experience necessary for participation in the component. For example, literacy or numeracy levels, recent labor market attachment, computer literacy, etc.