If you are a recipient of SNAP benefits in New York, now you can start planning your household’s budget ahead: the 2024 schedule has been already revealed, so you can now know when will your money be available.
For residents in all counties except New York City, the distribution of food stamps benefits spans the initial 9 days of each month. The key to unlocking this schedule lies in the last digit of your case number. For those living inside NYC, your payment schedule is a little different, and we will explain it further.
New York SNAP Payments in January 2024: Dates unwrapped
For those families relying on food stamps to make ends meet, here are your EBT deposit dates for January 2024. When you receive your benefits depends on the last digit of your case number, otherwise known as “Toe Digit”:
- Case numbers ending in 0 or 1: January 1, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 2: January 2, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 3: January 3, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 4: January 4, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 5: January 5, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 6: January 6, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 7: January 7, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 8: January 8, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 9: January 9, 2024.
New York City Residents: Your SNAP Payment Schedule is Different
As mentioned above, SNAP beneficiaries who reside inside New York City, the issuing schedule is quite different. Benefits are issued during the first two weeks of the month, on days that are not Sundays or holidays.
Benefits are issued during the first two weeks of the month, on days that are not Sundays or holidays. See the schedule below for January 2024:
- Case numbers ending in 0: January 1, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 1: January 3, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 2: January 4, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 3: January 5, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 4: January 8, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 5: January 9, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 6: January 10, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 7: January 11, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 8: January 12, 2024
- Case numbers ending in 9: January 14, 2024
What is the maximum amount of SNAP benefits I can receive?
Effective from October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2024, the maximum allotments for food stamps beneficiaries range from $291 to $1,751, depending on the household’s size. Discover the support your household could receive with the SNAP benefits program. Depending on the size of your family, you could enjoy a boost to your monthly budget.
For a one-person household, the maximum monthly allotment is $291, while a family of two could receive up to $535. As the household size increases, so do the benefits, with larger families of seven or more potentially qualifying for $1,751 per month. For every additional member in your household, you can expect an extra $219 in benefits. Plus, rest assured that no household will receive less than $23 in assistance. This user-friendly scale ensures that families of all sizes get the support they need for a more secure and comfortable future.
Are SNAP benefits only for food, or can I use them for other expenses?
SNAP benefits are primarily intended for purchasing food. They can be used to buy a variety of food items such as fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, fish, dairy products, bread, and cereals. However, they cannot be used to buy non-food items like household supplies, cleaning products, personal care items, or pet food.
There are some exceptions to this rule. Some states have obtained waivers from the federal government that allow SNAP benefits to be used to buy meals at certain restaurants or to purchase seeds and plants to grow food at home.
It’s important to note that SNAP benefits also cannot be used to purchase alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, hot foods or meals that are ready-to-eat, such as those from a deli or restaurant.
How to Apply for SNAP Benefits in New York
In order to apply for SNAP benefits in New York, you can do so online, by mail, fax, or in person.
- Online Application: You can apply online if you live in New York State. Visit MyBenefits NY to start your application. After you submit your application, the local Department of Social Services or SNAP office will review your information, conduct an interview, and determine your household’s eligibility for SNAP.
- Mail, Fax, or In-Person Application: Alternatively, you can apply by filing an application by mail, fax, or in person at your local Department of Social Services or SNAP office. The current SNAP application form is available to print in multiple languages. To find the location of your nearest SNAP office, contact your local Department of Social Services.
Before applying, ensure you have the necessary documents such as recent pay stubs, current rent/mortgage statement, current property tax bill, current homeowner’s insurance bill, and Social Security card