Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

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COVID-19 FAQ: Please visit this page for information, resources and answers to frequently asked questions about SNAP and other food programs in light of the COVID-19 crisis.

COVID-19 FAQ: Please visit this page for information, resources and answers to frequently asked questions about SNAP and other food programs in light of the COVID-19 crisis.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a Food Assistance program in Colorado, formerly known as Food Stamps. SNAP provides food assistance benefits as part of a federal nutrition program to help low-income households purchase food.

Things to Know:

  • Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards are issued to receive the SNAP benefits for a household. These cards can be used at most grocery stores to buy food with those SNAP benefits, ensuring that families have access to a healthy diet. 

  • Double Up Food Bucks is a program that doubles the value of SNAP benefits at participating markets and food retail stores. Learn more about this benefit for Colorado's families, farmers and communities here.