Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
SNAP is a federal program* that distributes a monthly allocation of funds to low-income individuals and families through an EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) card, which works like a debit card, to be used toward groceries.
From filling out paperwork and helping you get the most out of your benefits, to simply answering questions you may have, we’re here to help!
*All requirements, eligibility, and limits are set by the Colorado Department of Human Services. SNAP website
FBLC has no authority, control, or ability in regards to acquiring SNAP benefits.
Who is eligible?
Individuals who…
- Make low wages
- Have an income less than 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL)
- Work part-time or are unemployed
- Receive other assistance payments like Colorado Works, Supplemental Security Income, etc.
- Are a child or student
- Are an adult between 18 and 56 with no children in your home (known as able-bodied adult without dependents)
DO I QUALIFY?
Acquiring SNAP benefits is determined by 3 things
Income
Income is based on total household income, not individual.
Resources
Resources include assets such as cash on hand, money in checking/savings accounts, and, in some cases, vehicles are counted.
Household Size
Depending on household size, requirements and benefit amounts may alter
Colorado CDHS Income limits based on household size
| Household Size | Gross Monthly Income Limits |
|---|---|
|
1 |
$2,610 |
|
2 |
$3,526 |
|
3 |
$4,442 |
|
4 |
$5,360 |
|
5 |
$6,276 |
|
6 |
$7,192 |
|
7 |
$8,110 |
|
8 |
$9,026 |
|
Each additional member (add) |
+$918 |
Income limits in chart are taken directly from the SNAP website
Still unsure?
Applying for SNAP
Required Documents
Proof of Income
- 30 days of earned income (pay stubs, employer statement that includes pay per hour and hours per week, etc.)
- If self-employed, bookkeeping records.
- Agency letter showing unearned income (Social Security Retirement or Disability income, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Veterans Affairs (VA) pension or disability benefits, Unemployment, child support, alimony, private retirement, etc.)
Proof of Identity
- Driver license or state-issued identification card
- Birth certificate or Social Security card
- Work or school identification card
- Voter registration card
Proof of Medical Expenses(only for 60 years or older)
- Billing statements or repayment agreements
- Medicare card, indicating Part B
- Mileage or transportation costs to/from medical appointments
- Itemized receipts for medical expenses (prescription drugs, medical supplies, etc.)
Using your SNAP benefits
Once you have been approved and receive your EBT card, you can use your benefits on
- Breads and cereals
- Fruits and vegetables
- Meats, fish and poultry
- Dairy products
- Seeds and plants which produce food for the household to eat
- Soft drinks, candy, cookies, snack crackers, and ice cream
- Seafood, steak, and bakery cakes are also food items and are therefore eligible
- Coffee, including instant coffee, coffee beans, ground coffee, and products such as single-serve coffee container pods
You CAN NOT use your snap benefits for the following
- Beer, wine, liquor and cigarettes (or other forms of tobacco)
- Pet foods
- Soaps and paper products
- Household supplies
- Vitamins and medicines
- Food that will be eaten in the store
- Hot foods (or any food sold for on-premises consumption)
- Live animals
Maxmize your SNAP benefits,
visit our Mobile Markets & No Cost Markets first!
When you visit our Mobile Markets & No Cost Market, groceries and essentials are 100% free! That means you can save your SNAP funds for additional trips to the grocery store throughout the month.
