South Dakota food stamps recipients: We’ve got some important news about your benefits for the month of January 2024. Get ready to mark your calendars because the payment dates are set between the 5th and 15th of the month.
Now, let’s break it down to make sure you know when to expect your much-needed support from the SNAP benefits. If your last name starts with A through F, your payment date is scheduled for the 5th of January. G through L, your turn is on the 7th. M through R, you’ll be receiving your benefits on the 10th. Finally, if your last name begins with S through Z, mark the 15th of January on your calendar.
Food Stamps Payment for a Family of Your in South Dakota
Always remember and keep in mind that the payment of SNAP benefits varies in amount depending on the size of the household. For example, for a single person, the maximum payment is $291 per month in 2024, but for a family of 2 people, the maximum is $535.
However, for a family group of 3 individuals the maximum payment in food stamps per month is stipulated by the USDA at $766, and for a family of 4, an average family of two parents and two children, the payment is $973.
What Kind of Household Qualifies for the Maximum of $1,751?
The other family sizes are already previously established by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). A household of 5 members can expect to charge up to $1,155, and one of 6 people up to $1,386.
But there is a magic number that always resonates and attracts attention, and that is $1,751. Who qualifies for that beautiful dollar amount? Well, it is for those households that have a total of 8 members. If your family is larger than 8 people, each additional member may qualify to receive up to $210 per month.
What to Do if Your South Dakota Snap Benefits Didn’t Arrive on Time
If your South Dakota SNAP benefits didn’t arrive on time in January 2024, there are a few things you can do. First, check your EBT card balance to see if the benefits were deposited but not yet available. If the balance is zero, there may be a problem with your account.
If the balance is not zero, contact the South Dakota Department of Social Services (DSS) at 605-773-3255. They will be able to investigate the issue and let you know what is happening.
Here are some possible reasons why your benefits may not have arrived on time:
- Your application or renewal was not processed in time: Make sure you didn’t miss the recertification date.
- There was a problem with your mailing address: Check that your mailing address is up-to-date with the DSS.
- There was an issue with your EBT card: Check that your card is not blocked or was skimmed by fraudsters. Check your balance regularly and note any unknown transaction.