Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) Apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Apply for SNAP benefits to get help buying groceries. If you live in Pennsylvania and have a low income, you may qualify. Apply online, by mail, or in person today. Apply for SNAP (opens in a new tab) Find out if you're eligible (opens in a new tab) Important Notice About Medicaid and SNAP Benefits In July 2025, Republicans in Congress passed a bill that will change programs run by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS). President Trump signed that bill into law. The law makes changes to Medicaid (Medical Assistance) and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). SNAP changes began at the end of 2025. Learn more about SNAP work requirements, how they affect SNAP benefits, and how to report that you are meeting these requirements. Medicaid changes begin in January 2027. Learn more about Medicaid changes, how they affect you. DHS will help you prepare for changes to your benefits as they come. Be on the lookout for more information from DHS about your benefits. Your benefits will not change without notice from DHS. You will have the opportunity to update your case information before any changes are made. You can help be ready for any changes by keeping your address and other contact information up-to-date with DHS and the US Postal Service. Apply for SNAP Apply online, in person, or by mail. All Pennsylvanians who need help are encouraged to apply. You do not need to know whether you are eligible to apply for SNAP. DHS will review your application and let you know. Do I qualify? To qualify for SNAP, you must meet certain rules. These are set by the federal government. Your eligibility depends on: Income: Your household income must be within federal limits. Household details: Health, disability status, and household size can affect eligibility. Work and volunteering: Some adults must work or volunteer to stay eligible. Training and education: Going to school or being in a job training program may meet this requirement. Who can apply? The head of the household The spouse of the head of household Any other responsible household member A designated authorized representative (can be a friend, relative, neighbor, or community organization). Apply Online Apply for SNAP online via COMPASS, Pennsylvania’s benefits management website Go to COMPASS (opens in a new tab) Apply In Person You can apply for SNAP and other benefits at your local county assistance office Find Your County Office Print an Application You can download a paper application, complete and deliver it in person, or mail it to your local county assistance office. English Application Imprima una solicitud en Espanol Puede descargar una solicitud en papel, completarla y entregarla en persona o enviarla por correo a la oficina de asistencia de su condado local. Solicitud en Espanol Track your application status After you apply for benefits, you can check your application at any time. Go to trackmybenefits.pa.gov to see updates on your LIHEAP, Medicaid, SNAP, or TANF application. Check your status (opens in a new tab) Eligibility Your SNAP eligibility is determined by a few factors, including income and family size. The chart below provides an overview of SNAP eligibility. You may be eligible for additional SNAP funds based on your circumstances. A household is a group of people who usually purchase and prepare meals together. People in the household do not have to be related. Maximum Benefit Amounts (effective October 1, 2025) How much might SNAP help my family?The table shows the highest monthly benefit a family can receive based on family size. These benefits are not cash and can only be used on food purchases. Family Size 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Each Additional Maximum $298 $546 $785 $994 $1,183 $1,421 $1,571 $1,789 Add $218 SNAP Income Guidelines (effective October 1, 2025) What is the income limit for my family size? Your household’s SNAP income limit depends on multiple factors. The table shows the maximum monthly income, but the best way to know what you qualify for is to apply. Household Size 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Each Addt’l Maximum Gross Monthly Income $2,610 $3,526 $4,442 $5,360 $6,276 $7,192 $8,110 $9,026 $9,944 $10,862 $918 Income Verification Walkthrough video (opens in a new tab) SNAP Work Requirements A new federal law requires some SNAP recipients to work, volunteer, or be in school or a job training program to stay eligible. To keep getting benefits, you may need to report this to DHS. Learn what this means for you and how to report your work requirements Questions? Contact Us. Contact DHS: Online Complete the DHS feedback form and someone from the program area will contact you. Fill out form Phone If you have questions about SNAP or other benefits, call the Department of Human Services at 1-800-692-7462. Call DHS (opens in a new tab) Individuals with hearing impairment Call Pennsylvania Relay at 1-800-451-5886. Call Pennsylvania Relay (opens in a new tab) Additional SNAP Resources Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) Nutrition Education SNAP for College Students SNAP Employment & Training SNAP for Older Adults SNAP Work Requirements for Adults Without Dependents SNAP Mass Grant SNAP Quality Control SNAP Semi-Annual Reporting Requirements Related Services Medicaid Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) WIC