SNAP & Save: Stock Your Fridge with Fresh Food From Your Local Farmer
- GrownBy Team
- Feb 21, 2024
- 3 min read
Yes, farm food can be affordable! Learn how to apply for & use a SNAP EBT Card on GrownBy
It’s now easier than ever to apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and use your Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card to stock your fridge with fresh food from your local farmer!
What does that mean for you? Farm fresh food is now more affordable to more people than ever before.
Continue reading for a general guide on how to apply for SNAP benefits and use your EBT card on GrownBy to feed your family nutritious and delicious food while supporting local farmers.
How can I use SNAP benefits on GrownBy?
GrownBy makes it easy for shoppers to use their benefits. Once your SNAP application is approved, you can start using your SNAP Benefits to feed your family nutritious and delicious meals from your local farm.
The SNAP EBT card works similarly to a debit card, and is refilled every month. Keep in mind that the actual amount and delivery date varies state to state. View the SNAP Benefit Schedule for all states and territories.
You’ll be able to use your EBT card for your GrownBy purchase from farms that have been approved to accept SNAP Online.* Add your SNAP EBT card to your GrownBy account as a form of payment, just like a debit or credit card.
How to add your EBT card as a form of payment on GrownBY
Create your GrownBy Account. If you’re a farmer, sign up here. We provide detailed steps to SNAP Certification.
In your Account Settings, select Payment.
Add Form of Payment with your EBT Card Number and PIN.
Save settings and start shopping!
Find Farms that Accept SNAP Online
Discover the GrownBy producers who accept SNAP Online. Look for the orange carrot that appears next to products photos to indicate if the farm accepts SNAP EBT, or select the box next to the SNAP filter when searching for farms.We are continually working on growing that list to make local food available to more people.
SNAP Online Resources
GrownBy Farms Authorized to Accept SNAP Online A growing list of GrownBy farmers that accept SNAP online.
How to Certify Your Farm for SNAP Online in 6 Steps A step-by-step guide for direct market farmers who want to accept SNAP Online.
Farmers that Accept SNAP Online Around the Country A list of farmers across America that accept SNAP (beyond GrownBy marketplace).
SNAP State Directory Find your local SNAP Office, application, and other details.
SNAP Issuance Schedule By State Check your state to see when SNAP EBT Cards are refilled every month.
SNAP Healthy Incentives Programs Some farms offer additional discounts or payment plans to further assist communities in need through the SNAP Healthy Incentives Programs. This program encourages healthier, whole food eating by incentivizing the purchase of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and dairy at participating retailers.
Know a local farmer who doesn’t offer SNAP Online yet?
Let them know that it’s easier than ever to accept SNAP Online! We partnered with MarketLink, WorldPay by FIS (EBT processing equipment provider), and the USDA to revolutionize the application process for small farmers to access government aid and make farm fresh food more affordable to more people. And the best part? It's free!
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