Sign up for SNAP

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program helps individuals and families purchase the food they need. Benefits get loaded onto an ATM card and can be used at most grocery stores, some farmer’s markets, and with online vendors.

If you meet the requirements, you have a legal right to receive SNAP and are not taking away benefits from others. Only about 40% of students eligible for SNAP use it – get your SNAP dollars now!

Learn how to apply for SNAP—even if you're not sure you're eligible

Step One: Check your eligibility

  • Option 1: Use pre-screening tools 
  • Option 2: Self checklist (recommended)
    • You must meet ONE of these conditions:
    •  You must meet ALL the following to qualify as a student:
      • Between 18-49 years old
        • Students attending less than half-time and those younger than 18 and 50+ do not need to meet other student criteria (only the monthly income limit)
      • Enrolled in at least 6 credits**
      • Not on a campus meal plan with less than 11 meals/week
    •  You must meet AT LEAST ONE additional student criteria:
      • Awarded work-study OR work 20 hours/week OR participate in Employment First
      • Use disability services for temporary or permanent disabilities (i.e., receive accommodations through the Accessibility Resource Center or other disability benefits)
      • Receive TANF (Colorado Works)
      • Are a parent/caregiver to a young child under 12 years old
      • Experiencing homelessness
    •  Your monthly income must NOT EXCEED:
Household Size 1 2 3
Gross Income—does not include grants and scholarships $2,266 $3,052 $3,840
+$788 for additional members

 

Step Two: Apply

Step Three: Stretch your dollars

Step Four: Check out other free resources

FAQ's

Do I apply by myself or with the people I live with?
Can I still apply if I don’t have an address?
What should I bring to my application appointment?
Are graduate students eligible for SNAP?
When will I hear back about my application?

Contact Grub Hub

Location: Student Union, RM 5, across from the Post Office

Food Pantry Hours

Monday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Thursday: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Hot meals are served every day!

Basic Needs Coordinator

Stella Zhu
Email: mzhu@fortlewis.edu