ALBANY, NY – The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance has announced the official distribution schedule for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for June 2025. While residents across New York State can expect their benefits to be distributed between June 1 and June 9, New York City follows a different, extended calendar.
This difference in scheduling is important for recipients to understand, especially for families relying on timely access to their benefits.
Statewide SNAP Distribution: Know Your Case Number
In all counties outside New York City, SNAP benefits are issued based on the final digit of each household’s case number. This number directly determines the date on which benefits are loaded onto recipients’ Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards.
Here is the full schedule for June 2025:
- Case numbers ending in 0 or 1: June 1
- Ending in 2: June 2
- Ending in 3: June 3
- Ending in 4: June 4
- Ending in 5: June 5
- Ending in 6: June 6
- Ending in 7: June 7
- Ending in 8: June 8
- Ending in 9: June 9
This schedule applies only to individuals and families who have already applied for and been approved to receive benefits for the month of June. Applicants still awaiting approval will not receive payments until their applications are processed.
New York City: A Different Schedule
Residents of the five boroughs—Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island—should note that their benefits are distributed according to a separate six-month rotating schedule established by the NYC Department of Health. Payment dates in New York City do not align with the rest of the state and require individuals to consult the city’s official SNAP calendar to determine when their benefits will be available.
Benefit Amounts Remain Unchanged Through September 2025
As with the other 47 contiguous states, the maximum monthly SNAP allotments in New York are standardized and will remain fixed through September 30, 2025. These limits are based on household size. For example:
- A single individual can receive up to $292 per month
- A family of four is eligible for up to $975
- A household of eight can receive as much as $1,751
Any changes to these amounts are expected to take effect in October 2025 following the annual Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) review.
What You Can and Cannot Buy with SNAP
SNAP benefits are designed to assist low-income individuals and families in purchasing essential food items. Approved items include:
- Fresh fruits and vegetables
- Meats, fish, poultry
- Dairy products
- Breads and cereals
- Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages
- Seeds and plants for growing food at home
However, there are strict restrictions on what SNAP dollars can be used for. Recipients cannot use their EBT cards to purchase:
- Alcohol or tobacco
- Vitamins, supplements, or medications
- Prepared hot meals or food meant for immediate consumption
- Non-food items such as cleaning supplies, paper products, or pet food
Recipients should be aware that if any of these restricted items are included at checkout, they will need to pay for them using a separate form of payment.
Where to Use SNAP Benefits
SNAP benefits are accepted at a wide range of approved retail outlets, including:
- Major grocery chains
- Local supermarkets and corner stores
- Farmers’ markets
- Select online retailers authorized by the USDA
It’s important to look for signage or ask store personnel to confirm whether EBT is accepted before shopping.
Final Reminders for June SNAP Recipients
As New York heads into June, recipients are encouraged to review their case numbers, mark their benefit issuance dates, and plan accordingly. For those in New York City, checking the city-specific SNAP calendar is essential to avoid confusion or missed benefit days.
For further assistance or to check eligibility, residents can visit www.mybenefits.ny.gov or call the state’s SNAP helpline.
“This article was written by Mathew Owen. AI tools were used lightly for grammar and formatting, but the ideas, words, and edits are all mine.”
