The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

• ⤏ provides low-income individuals and families with resources to purchase food
• ⤏ is based upon income, resources, and the number of individuals in a household
• ⤏ provides nutrition assistance in the form of an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card which must be             used at participating food stores
• ⤏ Department of Human Services Food Access Project provides a pilot program for SNAP recipients              who meet certain criteria

To get SNAP benefits, you would need to

• ➀ apply online, by mail, or in person
• ➁ meet certain eligibility requirements
• ➂ provide the required documentation
• ➃ have an interview with the department
• You may have another person act as an authorized representative by applying and being interviewed on your behalf by designating the authorized representative in writing.

The RI Department of Human Services administers this federal program in Rhode Island determining eligibility and authorizing benefits for low-income households in need.

To receive SNAP benefits, you must apply in the State in which you currently live.