Food Stamps (SNAP)

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP or Food Stamps, helps Idaho families put healthy food on the table. Families meeting certain eligibility requirements will receive benefits on a debit-like card to use at grocery stores, participating farmer’s markets and other food outlets. Monthly benefit amounts depend on several factors such as the number of people in the household, income, and household expenses. Generally, the larger the household size or the lower the income, the higher the benefit amount. There are some restrictions on what individuals can buy with SNAP Benefits. For example, non-food items, hot foods, items that will be eaten in the store, beer, wine, cigarettes and tobacco are not eligible for purchase.