SNAP food benefits are put on a Lone Star Card and can be used just like a credit card at any store that accepts SNAP.
People also can buy garden seeds with SNAP benefits. Many stores will print your balance on your receipts. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps people buy the food they need for good health. Check your receipt from the store where you made a purchase using your SNAP benefits.
To check how much money is left on your EBT card: You may need to be interviewed before being approved for SNAP benefits.įind your state SNAP office Check your SNAP balanceĮvery state issues SNAP benefits on an EBT card. Depending on your state, you may be able to apply online, in person, by mail, or by fax. To apply for SNAP, contact your state or local SNAP office. States can also take other resources into account, like the money you have in your bank, to decide if you qualify for SNAP. To be eligible for SNAP benefits, you must meet your state’s requirements, including income limits.
Learn if you are eligible for SNAP and how to applyĮach month, SNAP benefits are added to an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card to use when you shop for food.
