Going grocery shopping can be challenging. Whether you’re juggling a busy schedule, have limited mobility, or have unreliable transportation, doing a grocery haul can be an obstacle. But what if your groceries could come to you? Thanks to partnerships between delivery apps and retailers, it’s now possible to use your SNAP benefits to shop for essentials online and have them delivered straight to your door. Forget the long checkout lines and heavy shopping bags—you can order your groceries from the comfort of your couch!
Keep reading to learn how to make the most of these delivery platforms, from connecting your EBT card to exploring the benefits and overcoming common challenges. Stick with us to learn how SNAP is evolving to meet this generation’s unique needs.
Using SNAP benefits on delivery apps has transformed the way many families shop for groceries. Many major apps now partner with retailers to make SNAP purchases more convenient and accessible. This option can be especially helpful for those who can’t easily visit stores due to mobility, transportation, or time constraints.
Here are some of the delivery apps and retailers leading the way:
- Amazon Fresh and Amazon Pantry: With extensive delivery options, Amazon allows you to use SNAP benefits on a variety of eligible grocery items, often paired with fast delivery. Plus, Prime membership isn’t required for EBT users to access these services.
- Walmart Grocery Delivery: Walmart’s delivery service offers a wide selection of fresh produce, pantry staples, and more. SNAP benefits can be applied at checkout for eligible items, though delivery fees are not covered by food stamps.
- Instacart: Instacart collaborates with numerous retailers, such as:
- Aldi: Known for budget-friendly groceries.
- Food Lion: Offers fresh produce and regional favorites.
- Safeway: Provides a broad range of products, including specialty and organic options.
- Uber Eats: Recently, Uber Eats expanded to allow SNAP users to shop for groceries through partnered stores.
- FreshDirect: Available in limited regions, FreshDirect provides fresh, high-quality groceries delivered to your door.
- ShopRite: Some locations now accept EBT for online orders through their app or website.
These platforms have partnered with federal programs to ensure that eligible items—like fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy, and bread—can be purchased using SNAP benefits. Non-eligible items, such as prepared foods or household supplies, must be paid for separately.
While availability depends on your location and the retailers near you, the growing list of participating apps and stores makes it easier than ever to access quality groceries. With just a few clicks, you can explore options, select items, and have them delivered without stepping outside.
Next, we’ll walk you through how to link your EBT card and use SNAP benefits on these platforms to simplify your shopping experience.
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