Food Stamps
Food Stamps is a program that enables low-income families to buy a variety of food that is the basis for better nutrition. Benefits are issued electronically to the family's Delaware Food First card each month. This is an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card. The Food Stamp recipient uses this card at local grocery stores to access his/her food stamp benefit.
The United States Department of Agriculture, Food & Nutrition Service (FNS), is the federal agency responsible for overseeing the Food Stamp program. Please see our Related Links page for the FNS website.
Eligibility
Eligibility for this service is based on factors such as who lives and eats together as well as relationships in the home and income. All children under the age of 22 years old who live with their parents must apply with their parents. You must be a U.S. Citizen or an eligible alien to qualify. Individuals who receive TANF, GA or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) do not need to meet an income test in order to receive Food Stamps. The maximum gross monthly income limit for most other individuals is set at 130% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). There is no resource test. See the 130% FPL chart
| Household Size | Old Amount (10/05) | New Amount (10/06) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $152 | $155 |
| 2 | $278 | $284 |
| 3 | $399 | $408 |
| 4 | $506 | $518 |
| 5 | $601 | $615 |
| 6 | $722 | $738 |
| 7 | $798 | $816 |
| 8 | $912 | $932 |
| Each Additional Member | $114 | $117 |
