Millions of Americans have already gotten their SNAP benefits (or food stamps) payments for the month of April, while many of them are still waiting for their payouts, because the benefits have not yet been dispersed in certain areas.
This federal initiative is aimed to combat food insecurity. Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards are how it operates.
When making purchases at associated establishments, this works similarly to a debit card. The US Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is in charge of its administration.
Through April 28, several states will still be disbursing SNAP funds
With a small number of SNAP recipients, many states send all of their payments in one day or within a few days (in many cases, less than a week).
On the other hand, some have a large number of beneficiaries and must distribute benefits over a period of 28 days on a monthly basis.
Some states, whose calendars are still in effect, are continuing sending payments this week and the following:
| State | Distribution Dates | Includes Dates After April 21 |
| Delaware | April 2 – 23 | April 21 – 23 |
| Florida | April 1 – 28 | April 21 – 28 |
| Louisiana | April 1 – 23 | April 21 – 23 |
| Michigan | April 3 – 21 | April 21 only |
| Mississippi | April 4 – 21 | April 21 only |
| Missouri | April 1 – 22 | April 21 – 22 |
| North Carolina | April 3 – 21 | April 21 only |
| Texas | April 1 – 28 | April 21 – 28 |
SNAP benefit amounts that are the maximum in April of 2025
The maximum amounts of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will be as follows, according to the size of the household, for the 48 contiguous states and Washington, DC:
| Household Size | Monthly SNAP Benefit |
| 1 person | $292 |
| 2 people | $536 |
| 3 people | $768 |
| 4 people | $975 |
| 5 people | $1,158 |
| 6 people | $1,390 |
| 7 people | $1,536 |
| 8 people | $1,756 |
| Each additional person | +$220 |
What you can and cannot purchase with SNAP benefits: dos and don’ts
Fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy goods, breads, cereals, seeds, and seedlings for home gardening are all available to SNAP recipients.
Snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, and staples like oils are also permitted. Purchases need to be prepared and consumed at home.
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Exclusions include alcohol, tobacco, drugs, supplements, live animals (apart from fish or shellfish), and hot, ready-to-eat foods.
Additionally, non-food items like cleaning supplies, personal hygiene products, and pets are not covered. Establishments must be authorized by the FNS to accept EBT.
To begin applying for SNAP benefits, go to the USDA website’s official SNAP benefits program portal.
