HELPING YOU SET THE TABLE
Use SNAP to Purchase Groceries
SNAP is short for Supplemental Nutrition
Assistance Program.
SNAP is short for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
It’s a federal program that helps eligible households save
money and stretch their budget with monthly paid benefits to
purchase groceries.
It’s a federal program that helps eligible households save money and stretch their budget with monthly paid benefits to purchase groceries.
Your benefits can be used at a wide range of participating
locations across Louisiana like grocery stores, pharmacies,
convenience stores, gas stations, and some farmer’s markets.
Your benefits can be used at a wide range of participating locations across Louisiana like grocery stores, pharmacies, convenience stores, gas stations, and some farmer’s markets.
FREE APPLICATION ASSISTANCE
Are you eligible for SNAP?
You need to apply to find out!
Our network of food banks and other nonprofit organizations is here
to help advise Louisiana residents about SNAP and other food assistance
programs at no charge.
Our network of food banks and other nonprofit organizations is here to help advise Louisiana residents about SNAP and other food assistance programs at no charge.
Your local SNAP advisor can help walk you through the
entire application process for free.
Your local SNAP advisor can help walk you through the entire application process for free.
Your SNAP EBT Card
SNAP makes it simple and easy to buy food or get cash benefits now with the Louisiana Purchase EBT Card.
Your benefits are automatically applied to your Electronic Benefits Transfer (SNAP EBT) card each month and can be used just like a debit card to purchase food at participating locations.
A RESOURCE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
We’re Here When You Need Us
All SNAP applications can be completed in
person or over the phone with all personal
information kept in confidence.
All SNAP applications can be completed in person or over the phone with all personal information kept in confidence.
Louisiana’s network of food banks is dedicated to empowering our
neighbors with the resources needed to live healthy, productive lives.
Louisiana’s network of food banks is dedicated to empowering our neighbors with the resources needed to live healthy, productive lives.
SNAP Is More Commonly Used Than You Think!
Right now, more than 430,000 Louisiana household are using SNAP
every month to help save money and purchase the food they need.
Right now, more than 430,000 Louisiana household are using SNAP every month to help save money and purchase the food they need.
— Have questions? We got answers!
Is Feeding Louisiana a Food Bank?
No. We are the State Food Bank Association.
Our role is to support the collaborative efforts of the state’s five regional food banks. We assist in helping our member food banks accomplish their policy and advocacy objectives, in addition to their food sourcing and fundraising efforts.
Is SNAP the same as food stamps?
Yes!
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is sometimes referred to by other names such as food stamps or Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT).
Who can get SNAP benefits? Am I eligible even if I don’t have children?
SNAP benefits are available to a wide range of people, including single adults, families, seniors, and those who are employed.
Individuals who don't have children may still qualify for SNAP benefits.
What can I buy with SNAP?
You can use your SNAP benefits to buy groceries like:
- Fruits and Vegetables
- Meat and Fish
- Dairy products
- Bread and Cereals
- Snacks and Beverages
SNAP benefits cannot be used to purchase:
- Alcohol and tobacco products
- Vitamins and medicines
- Non-food items like pet food, cleaning products, household supplies like toilet paper, or hygiene items like shampoo, menstrual products, baby formula or diapers
Do I need to be working to apply for SNAP?
All able-bodied adults, with specific exceptions, must register for work and accept suitable employment. To read more about SNAP eligibility, visit: https://www.dcfs.louisiana.gov/page/snap-eligibility
How do I find out if I’m eligible?
Eligibility is based primarily on household income and certain expenses.
Detailed income requirements can be found on the Department of Children & Family Services website.
You can consult with your local food bank for more information regarding eligibility or get in touch with a local SNAP advisor by filling out the form above.
There is no risk to see if your SNAP eligible.
How do I apply for SNAP?
You are able to apply online or by mail through the Department of Children & Family Services.
However, each Louisiana food bank has a dedicated SNAP application specialist to help walk you through the application process or answer any other questions you may have for free!
