Apply for benefits
Choose a program to start your application. Each one takes about 20 minutes.
4 programs accept applications online
Monthly food assistance benefits loaded onto an EBT card, accepted at most grocery stores and farmers markets.
Free or low-cost health insurance covering doctor visits, hospital stays, prescriptions, and preventive care.
Nutritious food benefits, nutrition counseling, and breastfeeding support for eligible women, infants, and young children.
Financial help with child care costs for eligible working families with children under age 13.
Before you start
Have these ready. It will make your application faster.
- A photo ID for each adult in your home
- Proof of income for the last 30 days
- Your rent or mortgage amount
Other ways to apply
You do not have to apply online. You can also:
- Call us at 1‑800‑555‑0100. Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Visit an office near you or send us a message through our contact page.
Not sure which program fits? Compare all of our programs and services first.