Food Stamp Program Information and Web Links
The food stamp program is administered by the Food and Nutrition Service of the Department of Agriculture.
Food Stamp Program Homepage
Information, regulations, policy, eligibility and more.
Food
Stamp Eligibility
Your eligibility to receive food stamps is based on your income and other
resources. Here you will find the details.
Food
Stamp Benefits
Explains what you can expect to receive based on your family's income and
resources.
State
Food Stamp Hotlines
Phone numbers (most toll-free) you can call in each state for more information
about food stamps.
What You Will Need When You Apply
When applying for food stamps, you will need to have the following material available:
IF EMPLOYED: Last four pay stubs or a letter from employer stating gross and net wages for the past month.
IF UNEMPLOYED: Proof that employment was terminated. Also identification and claim cards for unemployment benefits.
FIXED INCOME: All award letters or Photostats of checks for all pensions including VA, SSI, and Social Security benefits. Support payments must be verified through court order or divorce papers.
PROOF OF RESOURCES: Bring all savings account passbooks (parents & children). Bring all checking account books in addition to your last checking account statement and cancelled checks. All stocks, bonds, savings certificates, annuity funds and credit union membership, etc. must be reported and verified.
PROOF OF INCOME: Bring a copy of income tax return for past year. A profit and loss statement is required (self employed) for the current calendar quarter. For additional information call the re-certification office.
PROOF OF HOUSEHOLD BILLS: Rent receipt or mortgage and tax payments, gas, heat, electric, water and telephone receipts for bills due in the current month.
COLLEGE STUDENTS: Bring proof of education expenses (tuition) and proof of income (loans, scholarships, contributions, earnings).
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Bring the Social Security number for each member of your household. If a member of your household does not have a Social Security number, your food stamp certifier will assist you in obtaining one.
ALIEN IMMIGRANTS: Aliens are not eligible for food stamps unless they meet the new criteria established by the Federal PRWORA (Welfare Reform) legislation. Individuals who have 40 quarters of work history may be eligible. Veterans and their dependents may be eligible. Most other aliens must attain US citizenship in order to be eligible for the Food Stamp program.
REFUGEES / ASYLEES: Must have been granted refugee / asylee status within the past 5 years. Benefits are limited.
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