Food Stamps, officially known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), is one of the most important nationwide programs that support families facing financial challenges. In the state of Illinois, these benefits are a shine of hope for many, ensuring access to nutritious food even in difficult times.
Be mindful of two upcoming holidays that might impact your SNAP benefits deposit schedule this month: Christmas Eve on December 24th and Christmas Day on December 25th. If your scheduled deposit falls on either of these days, anticipate your benefits to arrive slightly before or after the specified date. Additionally, for those with weekend deposits, benefits may be accessible on the Friday before the designated food stamp schedule or the Monday immediately following it.
Illinois December SNAP Benefits Payment Schedule
In Illinois, the distribution of food stamps is a crucial lifeline for many residents, providing essential support to individuals and families. Let’s get the basic concepts of how the SNAP benefits’ payment schedule works, and what are the dates for December 2023, following a strict calendar that haven’t failed ever, not even once.
The distribution period spans from the 1st to the 10th of the month, with each day assigned based on the last digit of the recipient’s IES number. The IES number serves as a key identifier, determining when individuals will receive their much-needed benefits. Let’s break down the schedule to help recipients anticipate their payment dates:
- IES Number Ending in 1: Friday, December 1st
- IES Number Ending in 2: Saturday, December 2nd
- IES Number Ending in 3: Sunday, December 3rd
- IES Number Ending in 4: Monday, December 4th
- IES Number Ending in 5: Tuesday, December 5th
- IES Number Ending in 6: Wednesday, December 6th
- IES Number Ending in 7: Thursday, December 7th
- IES Number Ending in 8: Friday, December 8th
- IES Number Ending in 9: Saturday, December 9th
- IES Number Ending in 0: Sunday, December 10th
SNAP Benefits Maximum Monthly Income Allowable From October 2023
The diagram illustrates the highest amount of SNAP benefits that your household can obtain monthly. This monetary figure is determined by factors such as the size of your household, your income, and your expenditures. You may be eligible to receive any sum up to or equal to these specified amounts:
| Number of People in Your Household |
Maximum Gross Monthly Benefits |
|---|---|
| 1 | $ 291 |
| 2 | $ 535 |
| 3 | $ 766 |
| 4 | $ 973 |
| 5 | $ 1,155 |
| 6 | $ 1,386 |
| 7 | $ 1,532 |
| 8 | $ 1,751 |
| 9 | $ 1,970 |
| 10 | $ 2,189 |
SNAP benefits cover the purchase of:
- Any food or food product meant for human consumption.
- Seeds and plants for cultivating food in home gardens.
You’re not allowed to buy the next items:
- Hot foods ready to eat.
- Food items designed to be heated in the store.
- Items from lunch counters or foods intended for immediate consumption on the premises.
- Vitamins or medications.
- Pet foods.
- Any non-food items, excluding seeds and plants.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Tobacco.
- Menstrual products and diapers. It’s important to note that the USDA currently does not grant waivers for states to permit the use of SNAP/WIC benefits for the purchase of menstrual products or diapers.