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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, is a federal assistance program designed to help low-income individuals and families afford nutritious food. SNAP provides eligible participants with an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, which can be used like a debit card to purchase eligible food items at authorized retailers. The amount of benefits received depends on the household's income, size, and certain expenses. SNAP aims to alleviate hunger and improve nutrition among those with limited financial resources, ensuring access to a healthier diet and supporting overall well-being.

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AGE:                                        
Available to all ages

INCOME:                                 
Household income at or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) OR                                   
Household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level AND currently receiving TANF or Social Security Income (SSI)

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Apply in person by visiting a local Division of Welfare and Supportive Services Office. Visit https://dwss.nv.gov/Contact/Welfare/ for a complete list of office locations and hours of operation.

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This campaign is supported with funding from the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Child Care and Development Fund through the America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) administered by the Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services Child Care and Development Program (Federal Grant #2021, G990232) and the Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five Initiative (PDG B-5) (Federal Grant #90TP099) administered by the Nevada Department of Education, Office of Early Learning and Development, subawarded to The Children’s Cabinet. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Departments, Division, Office nor ACF.

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