The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Address: Georgia Department of Human Services, 2 Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Office Hours: Monday – Friday. 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (ET)
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☏ 877-423-4746
@ dfcs.georgia.gov/services/snap
Who Qualifies
Eligibility varies by state and is determined case-by-case.
Here is a basic list of Georgia requirements:
Live in Georgia
Be a U.S. citizen or qualified non-citizen
Have a Social Security number (or proof of application)
Meet household income limits (after deductions)
Able-bodied adults (18–65) usually must meet work requirements
Learn more & check eligibility here. For a helpful screening tool, click here.
Application Process
Submit an application: The Children Services (DFCS) office takes applications for SNAP benefits. The address and telephone, as well as days/hours of operation number of Georgia DFCS offices can be found on this website. Online applications are available via the Georgia Gateway website.
Complete a verification process, providing documentation such as:
Identity and residency
Income and employment information
Household expenses (rent, utilities, childcare, medical expenses for qualifying individuals)
Participate in a phone or in-person eligibility interview if required.
If approved, the household receives an EBT card and monthly benefits are deposited automatically.
Participants must complete periodic recertification to continue receiving benefits.
Description
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, is a federal nutrition assistance program administered by states that provides monthly electronic benefits (EBT) to eligible low-income individuals and families to help purchase food. Benefits can be used at authorized grocery stores, farmers markets, and many online retailers to buy SNAP-eligible food items that support household nutrition.