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SNAP (Food Assistance)

SNAP

Food Assistance

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About SNAP
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides food assistance to low- and no-income individuals and families living in the United States. It is a federal aid program administered by the Food and Nutrition Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture; however, distribution of benefits occurs at the state level.

In Indiana, the Family and Social Services Administration Division of Family Resources is responsible for ensuring federal regulations are initially implemented and consistently applied in each county.

This program is designed to raise the nutritional level of low-income households by providing low-income individuals and families the ability to buy nutritious food through Electronic Benefits Transfer cards.

Qualifying for SNAP
To qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, applicants must meet certain non-financial and financial requirements. Non-financial requirements include state residency, citizenship/alien status, work registration and cooperation with IMPACT, a job training program. Financial criteria include income and asset limits.

The asset/resource limits are $5,000 for most households. Assets include bank accounts, cash, real estate, personal property, vehicles, etc. The household's home and surrounding lot, household goods and personal belongings and life insurance policies are not counted as assets in the SNAP program.

All households (except those with elderly or disabled members) must pass a gross income test (130% of poverty) to qualify for SNAP benefits. The gross income is per household size and based on the gross monthly income received by all household members. Click here for SNAP income limits.

How to apply
Individuals may apply for SNAP online through the FSSA Benefits Portal, by clicking here. Individuals who do not have access to a computer or internet can apply at a local DFR office. To find your local DFR office click here.

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