Food Stamp Benefits Are Increasing

Due to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (otherwise known as the Economic Stimulus Package), the amount of money being dispersed to those citizens who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits---formerly known as Food Stamps---will increase beginning this month.

The minimum benefit will be increased from $14 to $16 per month, although some households will receive more based on their income status. For example, a household with 3 people who now receive $250 per month will see their monthly amount increased to $313. Due to this increase, no cost of living adjustments will be made in the immediate future.

To find out how much money is in your account, please call 1-800-997-2555.