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The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) issues electronic benefits that can be used like cash to purchase food. SNAP helps low-income working people, senior citizens, the disabled and others feed their families.
What can I purchase with SNAP?
Food for your household to eat, such as:
- breads and cereals
- fruits and vegetables
- meats, fish and poultry
- dairy products
You can also purchase seeds and plants, which produce food for your household to eat.
What can’t I purchase with SNAP?
- beer, wine, liquor, cigarettes or tobacco
- any nonfood items, such as:
- pet food
- soap, paper products
- household supplies
- vitamins and medicine
- food that will be eaten in the store
- hot foods
How much could I receive in SNAP benefits each month?
|
Household Size |
Maximum Allotment |
|---|---|
|
1 |
$292 |
|
2 |
$536 |
|
3 |
$768 |
|
4 |
$975 |
|
5 |
$1,158 |
|
6 |
$1,390 |
|
7 |
$1,536 |
|
8 |
$1,756 |
|
For each additional member |
$ 220 + |
* These figures are based upon SNAP Standards effective October 1, 2024.
Note: A SNAP budget must be calculated for your household in order to determine SNAP eligibility and benefit amount.
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