SNAP Connection

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a government program formerly known as Food Stamps. SNAP serves as the nation's first line of defense against hunger by helping low-income people afford more nutritious food. The program provides a monthly benefit to households to help cover the cost of food.

Eligibility for SNAP benefits requires that you meet certain income requirements and be a US citizen, a permanent resident for at least five years, or a legal immigrant with special status (i.e. refugees).

You may be asked to submit certain documents to verify your information. This could include but is not limited to the following: Proof of your identity (driver's license or state identification); Proof of your citizenship (birth certificate, U.S. passport, hospital record, immigration papers for non-US citizens); Social security numbers for persons applying for benefits; Proof of income (check stubs, unemployment benefits, child support, award letters for social security or Veterans Administration, etc.); Proof of expenses (last month's rent or mortgage receipt, utility bills, medical bills for persons age 60 or older and/or disabled, etc.). Please note: Additional information and proof may be required depending on your situation.

SNAP benefits can only be used to purchase food and plants or seeds that grow food. You may not use SNAP benefits to purchase alcohol, tobacco products, household supplies, medicines, vitamins, pet foods, hot foods at the point of sale, or any non-food items.