Due to federal action, SNAP recipients will receive their last maximum emergency allotments in February.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits will return to pre-pandemic amounts in March. This will reduce the amount of monthly benefits that SNAP recipients will receive. The amount will depend on income and the household size.
Congress in 2020 initiated temporary emergency allotments to SNAP households because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Late in 2022, new federal action led to the end of supplemental emergency allotments.
WE’RE HERE TO HELP
We know that the end of emergency allotments may significantly impact SNAP households. Anyone who needs immediate help getting food is welcome to come to the Food Bank. We have a variety of programs to provide food. To learn more, visit our “Food Finder” tab.
CHECK YOUR DEDUCTIONS
Reporting any changes in your household situation (household size, income, expenses) may see a positive impact in the benefits your household is eligible for. You can contact the Food Bank’s SNAP & Benefits Outreach Team to report any changes in your situation or to learn more about what changes should be reported. Check out our SNAP page to learn more about how to contact them.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Please visit the Colorado Department of Human Services website to see frequently asked questions.
Contact your local county human services department with questions about your benefits.
