Get Help with SNAP
Extra help with groceries
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides monthly funds to help eligible individuals and families buy fresh produce, proteins and pantry staples. Our team of Community Navigators can check if you qualify, guide you through the application and make the process simple from start to finish.
Call us with questions at 804-237-8617 or click the button below Llámenos si tiene preguntas al 804-822-4111 o haga clic en el botón de abajo.
What is SNAP? The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, provides food benefits to low-income individuals, families and seniors to supplement their grocery budget so they can afford the nutritious food essential to health and well-being.
Who is eligible?
Several factors are used to see if an individual or family is eligible for SNAP, including citizenship and employment status, financial situation/household income and living arrangements. Use the Virginia SNAP Screener to see if you are eligible.
What documents are recommended or needed to apply?
- Identification (for everyone in the household)
- Social security numbers (for everyone in the household)
- Utility bills (gas, electric, oil, water and telephone)
- Rent receipt/agreement or mortgage statements and/or tax bill
- Proof of income (for everyone in the household)
- Medical expenses – ONLY if you are 60 and older and/or disabled
- Child day care expenses
How does Feed More help?
- Our team of Community Navigators can screen for eligibility, submit documents, guide you through the application and make the process simple from start to finish.
- Additionally, we offer in-person application assistance where our navigators come to where you are.
- Beyond SNAP, Community Navigators can connect you with local food pantries and other resources.
How do I manage my EBT card?
To learn more about how to use, manage and protect your EBT card, please visit the Virginia Department of Social Services.
Need more resources?
- Virginia Department of Social Services – SNAP
- SNAP Fresh Match/Incentives – If available in your area, you can double your SNAP dollars at Virginia Fresh Match network partners including farmers markets, mobile markets, farm stores and community food stores.
- Museums for All – Those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 1,500 museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their EBT card and a photo ID.
- Recipients of SNAP may also be eligible for Free school lunches and subsidized utilities and internet.