Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
SNAP is administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) with the focus on nutrition. The program issues monthly benefits redeemable at authorized food retail stores with an EBT card. Eligibility and benefits levels are based on household size and income. Visit myBenefits.ny.gov and click “Am I eligible?” to check your eligibility for SNAP.  

SNAP Eligibility
The SNAP income limits enable a families’ earnings to be up to 130% of the poverty level to qualify. To help in the transition to self-sufficiency, SNAP can be continued for families leaving temporary assistance to move into the workplace. For more information on SNAP please visit: http://otda.ny.gov/programs/snap/

• For non-citizen eligibility please see: https://otda.ny.gov/programs/snap/qanda.asp#noncitizen

Don’t Lose Your SNAP!

Effective March 1, 2026, adults aged 18-64 must meet the Federal government work rules for Able Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWD) in order to continue receiving SNAP.

Unless you meet an exemption, you must meet the work requirements monthly and failure to do so for any three months in a fixed 36-month period will result in a loss of eligibility for SNAP.

Many adults are exempt from ABAWD requirements.

Click here for ABAWD information and printable forms.

How to Apply

• You can apply by filing out the SNAP Application/Recertification, LDSS-4826, The application can be found here:  http://www.otda.ny.gov/programs/applications/, or

• You may complete an online application at myBenefits.ny.gov

Where to Apply

• You may apply in person at the Jefferson County Department of Social Services from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday.
• You may apply at myBenefits.ny.gov.
• You may apply through the Nutritional Outreach and Education Program (NOEP) at the Food Bank of Central New York https://foodbankcny.org/our-programs/snap-outreach/

Nondiscrimination Statement (Aviso sobre Normas Antidiscriminatorias)
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Nondiscrimination Statement (English)

Nondiscrimination Statement (Spanish)