Do you qualify for Food Stamps? You could find yourself pleasantly surprised! According to the USDA, some SNAP users might get a sizable payment this August. But quick; the deadline is almost here!
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Countdown Begins, 3 Days Left to Receive Payments
The SNAP payment schedule reveals that recipients in certain states will only receive Food Stamps until August 10. If you live in one of these states and haven’t received your payment yet, you’ll get it within the next three days. The affected states include:
- California
- Colorado
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Nevada
- Oklahoma
- South Carolina
Payment Amounts Vary Where You Live
According to your state, the amount you get is different. Hawaii and Alaska, for instance, receive more money from SNAP because inflation is more likely to affect them. In the same way, each month Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands get more money.
Who Can Get $2,581 in SNAP Benefits?
According to the USDA’s Fiscal Year 2024 Cost-of-Living Adjustments Factsheet, Guam will send up to $2,581 to a family of eight if they qualify for the maximum allotment. That’s a significant difference from the largest SNAP benefit amount for a family of eight in the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia, which is worth $1,751.
Guam’s Payment Schedule: August 7-10
Food Stamps will be distributed to residents of Guam between the dates of August 7 and 10, if the last digit of their Social Security number is either 7, 8, 9, or 0.
Check Your Eligibility Now!
Visit the official website of the USDA to determine whether or not you are qualified to receive these payments.
Do not pass up the chance to receive your Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits!
FAQs
Which states will send Food Stamps until August 10?
9 states, including California and Guam.
How much can a family of 8 receive in Guam?
Up to $2,581.
How do I check my eligibility?
Visit the USDA’s website.
When will Guam send Food Stamps?
August 7-10.
Can I use my EBT card in any state?
Yes, but benefits may vary.