How do I know if I am eligible for food stamps?
If you struggle with squeezing groceries into your budget, you may wonder if you qualify for food stamps. The federal food stamp program–now called the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)–can provide you and your family with the funds to purchase food. While there are several ways to determine whether you are eligible for SNAP benefits, you must apply through your state office to actually receive food stamp benefits.Online Pre-Screening ToolUse the convenient online SNAP Eligibility Screening Tool. Find this easy-to-use interactive tool on the United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service’s website. The SNAP Eligibility Screening Tool will ask questions on topics including your residency, household members, assets such as bank accounts, vehicles, earned or unearned income, rent or mortgage, utilities, childcare expenses and child support. Before using the tool, gather information such as paycheck stubs, disability payments, child support records, uti
