SNAP
SNAP (Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program) is a program that provides supplement assistance to low income households so they can obtain low cost nutritious meals. Benefits are provided thru Electronic Benefit Transfer ( EBT ), which is used like a "debit" card.
Appointments for facilitated on-line applications are also available by contacting the following community based organizations (CBO's) for an appointment at one of their sites. Mohawk Valley Community Action, Inc. (MVCAI) at 315-624-0821 and the Central NY Food Bank at 1-866-839-7304. Once the on-line application is filed, you will receive an appointment for a telephone interview.
How to Apply
Call or come into the Utica or Rome office.
Utica 800 Park Ave Utica NY 13501 (315) 798-5937 |
Rome 300 West Dominick St Rome NY 13440 (315) 356-2808 |
You will be given an application and an appointment.
New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance
Locations Where You Can Use EBT Card
Call 1-800-289-6739 (toll free) Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm