Program Description
The purpose of the Food Stamp (FS) Program is to end hunger and improve nutrition and health. It helps low-income Wisconsin households buy the food they need for a nutritionally adequate diet. In Wisconsin, local welfare offices operate the program, and the Federal Government oversees the State operation of the program.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin and fall into one of two groups: (1) those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household income of less than $13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three people live in the household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380 if five people live in the household; $35,904 if six people live in the household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the household.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
For more information on the Wisconsin Food Stamp program and
instructions on how to apply, please visit:
http://dhfs.wisconsin.gov/foodshare/index.htm
You can also identify and contact your local county Department of
Health and Family Services (DHFS) office by checking:
http://dhfs.wisconsin.gov/em/imagencies/index.htm
Please call the DHFS to speak with a client service
representative:
608-266-1865
TYY calls can be made to:
608-267-7371
Managing Agency
Wisconsin
http://www.wisconsin.gov
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