A new month means a new SNAP payment! SNAP Florida users will be lucky this time because the deposit will be made before July 4th. This will allow thousands of families to fully enjoy Independence Day!
SNAP deposits are made every month between January 1st and February 28th, based on the last (reversed) numbers of each case. The money is always put on EBT cards.
This step is meant to keep the system from getting too busy and causing banking delays. It also gives the most vulnerable families time to plan their holiday shopping or their whole month.
What does SNAP mean?
SNAP is a program that helps families who are at risk of being left out of society. It gives people monthly payments through cards called EBT. These cards work like regular debit cards and are filled with the benefit every month. The money can only be spent on food, and only fresh food.
Even though this payment is a federal benefit, it is managed by each state. This means that the dates of payments are different in California (where this piece is about) than they are in, say, North Carolina. To find out your exact times, go to the SNAP website for your state.
What does the SNAP calendar say?
The official calendar shows that the first payments of the month will be made between July 1 and July 4. Those who meet the standards will be able to get their money just in time. FL’s Department of Children and Families (DCF) has already shared the information.
Let’s see who gets their money before July 4, shall we?
Who gets the SNAP money before July 4?
We already said that the order has been changed, so the people who will get their money before July 4 are:
- 00–03: They’ll get paid on July 1
- 04–06: They will get their money on July 2.
- 07–10: They’ll get paid on July 3.
- 11–13: will get it on July 4
If your case number ends in 31, for example, it will become 13 when you turn it around, which means your payment will arrive on July 4.
Advantages of the early SNAP payment for Independence Day
You can shop ahead of time and avoid the crowds and stress of the last-minute SNAP Florida payment before July 4. You can also plan how you want to spend this special day with your family.
At this point in the year, it’s usual to plan family meals, barbecues, or other events, and having the money ready on time really helps!
Is it guaranteed the payment will arrive that day?
It’s possible for banking systems to take a little longer to show the amount after midnight, so be ready in case your payment doesn’t show up right away.
Can I combine it with other programs?
Of course! People who get SNAP may also be able to get Summer EBT (SUN Bucks), which is an extra food benefit for kids during the summer.
What to do if you don’t receive your payment on time
First, if it doesn’t come, make sure your EBT card is still valid or use an app like Propel to check your amount. If you see that it hasn’t been paid, please call the DCF right away!
And finally, don’t wait until the last minute to get ready for the holiday. Plan ahead and enjoy this wonderful day with your family.
What can I buy with SNAP payment?
| Eligible with SNAP | Not eligible with SNAP |
| Fruits & vegetables | Alcohol & tobacco |
| Meat, poultry & fish | Vitamins & medicines |
| Dairy products | Hot foods (ready-to-eat) |
| Breads & cereals | Non-food items (e.g. cleaning supplies) |
| Snack foods & non-alcoholic drinks | Pet food |
| Seeds & plants to grow food | Cosmetics & hygiene items |
