SNAP Benefits: Payments have been distributed to EBT cards in 5 states through October 23 with SNAP. Among these 5 states, you can find them in alphabetical order: Delaware, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, and Maryland.
And about the other states that will be sending food stamps, of course there will be, but these will be the only ones for at least October 23, 2024. Alabama, for instance, uses the last 2 digits of your case number that’s associated with getting SNAP. However, those whose case number ends in 55–59 will be paid on October 15. On the 23rd, from 95-99.
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SNAP benefits in Delaware, Georgia, and Indiana
As part of the October 15 delivery of Food Stamps to recipients whose first letters of their last name are ‘N’, the State of Delaware will send Food Stamps. If it is “O,” on the 16th. The ones with “P” on the 17th. On the 18th, if it’s “Q” or “R,” SNAP benefits for recipients whose last name begins with the letter “S” will arrive on the 19th, and so on.
Using the last 2 digits of the SNAP beneficiary’s ID, the State of Georgia will send food stamps.
ID Number Ending | Food Stamp Benefit Availability |
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50-59 | October 15th |
60-69 | October 17th |
70-79 | October 19th |
80-89 | October 21st |
90-99 | October 23rd |
Indiana will be delivering SNAP benefits through October 23 to those whose first letter of their name is:
- M or N: October 15
- O, P, Q, or R: October 17
- S: October 19
- T, U or V: October 21
- W, X, Y or Z: October 23
SNAP benefits in Louisiana and Maryland
The last digit of the SNAP recipient’s Social Security Number is used by the State of Louisiana.
Social Security Number Ending | Food Stamp Benefit Availability |
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6 | 17th of the month |
7 | 19th of the month |
8 | 21st of the month |
9 | 23rd of the month |
Payday eligibility in Maryland using the first three letters of the SNAP recipients’ names:
Last Name Initials Range | Benefit Availability Date |
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LOY – MCO | 15th of the month |
MCP – NEF | 16th of the month |
NEG – PGZ | 17th of the month |
PHA – RIC | 18th of the month |
RID – SDZ | 19th of the month |
SEA – STC | 20th of the month |
STD – TRA | 21st of the month |
TRB – WES | 22nd of the month |
WET – ZZZ | 23rd of the month |
FAQs
Q. What are SNAP benefits?
A. It’s SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefit money used to get money for food. The benefits are issued with an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card.
Q. What is the significance of the $1,756 payment mentioned?
A. That $1,756 is the maximum monthly benefit amount that some households will get if they qualify and have the right number of people in their house.
Q. Which states are issuing the $1,756 payments by October 23?
A. Delaware, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland.
Q. Who is eligible for SNAP benefits?
A. In most areas, to be eligible for SNAP benefits, household income, family size, household residency, and some additional expenses will be taken into consideration. Different states have different guidelines so it’s always good to check in with local resources.
Q. How can I check my eligibility for SNAP benefits?
A. So you can check your eligibility by visiting your state’s SNAP website or by using online eligibility tools from the USDA. You may also contact your local SNAP offices for a hand.
Q. How do I apply for SNAP benefits?
A. SNAP applications can be completed online, by mail, or in person at the local SNAP office. Refer to the appropriate state agency to find out what you need to do for your state.