Wisconsin residents receiving food stamps will get extra benefits for the next six months. On October 1, 2022, payments went up as a response to rising food costs. The average household will get an additional $95 per month. Households with more members will get more per individual. For those who do not usually get the maximum amount, they will now get the highest possible payout. To learn more about this increase and how to apply for food stamps, people can visit the Wisconsin Department of Health Services website.
Wisconsin Pandemic EBT Program
The Wisconsin Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) Program provides food assistance benefits to eligible children who are enrolled in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) or School Breakfast Program (SBP) and have been impacted by school closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Program Details
- Eligibility: Children who are enrolled in the NSLP or SBP and have been impacted by school closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic are eligible for P-EBT benefits.
- Benefits: The P-EBT benefit amount is based on the number of days that the child’s school was closed during the pandemic. The benefit amount is calculated at a rate of $6.82 per day for the 2020-2021 school year and $7.10 per day for the 2021-2022 school year.
- Distribution: P-EBT benefits are distributed to eligible children through an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card. The EBT card can be used to purchase food at authorized retailers.
Timeline
The Wisconsin P-EBT Program is currently active and is expected to continue through the 2022-2023 school year. The program is subject to funding availability and may be extended or modified in the future.
How to Apply
To apply for P-EBT benefits, parents or guardians of eligible children should contact their local school district. The school district will provide information on how to apply for the program.
Additional Information
For more information about the Wisconsin P-EBT Program, please visit the Wisconsin Department of Health Services website or call the P-EBT hotline at 1-833-883-0205.
| School Year | Benefit Amount per Day |
|---|---|
| 2020-2021 | $6.82 |
| 2021-2022 | $7.10 |
P-EBT Benefits: Eligibility and How to Apply
The Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT) program provides food assistance to families with children who have been affected by school closures during the COVID-19 pandemic. In Wisconsin, P-EBT benefits are available to eligible families from August 2020 through June 2023.
Eligibility
- Children who are enrolled in the Wisconsin School Breakfast or Lunch Program and whose schools have been closed or operating with reduced hours due to COVID-19 are eligible for P-EBT benefits.
- Children who are enrolled in Head Start or Early Head Start and whose programs have been closed or operating with reduced hours due to COVID-19 are also eligible.
- Families can apply for P-EBT benefits if they meet the following income requirements:
| Household Size | Monthly Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $2,037 |
| 2 | $2,733 |
| 3 | $3,429 |
| 4 | $4,125 |
| 5 | $4,821 |
| 6 | $5,517 |
| 7 | $6,213 |
| 8 | $6,909 |
| Each Additional Person | $696 |
How to Apply
- Families can apply for P-EBT benefits online or by mail. The online application is available at https://dcf.wisconsin.gov/dma/p-ebt
. - The paper application is available by calling the P-EBT hotline at 1 (833) 366-3004.
- Families will need to provide the following information on the application:
- The child’s name, date of birth, and Social Security number
- The child’s school or Head Start/Early Head Start program
- The parent or guardian’s name, address, and phone number
- The family’s income information
- Once the application is submitted, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) will review the application and determine if the family is eligible for P-EBT benefits.
- If the family is approved, DHS will mail a P-EBT card to the family’s address.
P-EBT benefits can be used to purchase food at authorized retailers. Families can find a list of authorized retailers at https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/retailer.
WI.gov Emergency Food Assistance
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is distributing extra food stamps to certain households to help alleviate the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Who is Eligible?
- Households that receive FoodShare benefits
- Households with incomes up to 300% of the federal poverty level
- Households that have experienced a loss of income due to COVID-19
- Households that made less than $1500 per month ($2000 for couples) in the last 30 days
Note: Households that already receive the maximum amount of FoodShare benefits are not eligible for the extra food stamps.
How Much Will I Get?
- Households that receive FoodShare benefits will get an extra $150 per month
- Households that are not currently receiving FoodShare benefits will get $300 per month
Note: The extra food stamps are only available for a limited time.
How Do I Apply?
Households that are eligible for the extra food stamps can apply online or by phone.
To apply online, visit the DHS website:
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/foodshare/apply.htm
To apply by phone, call the FoodShare hotline at:
1-800-362-3002
When Will I Get My Benefits?
Households that are approved for the extra food stamps will receive their benefits within 10 days.
Note: The extra food stamps will be added to your FoodShare EBT card.
| Month | Payment Amount |
|---|---|
| April 2023 | $150 |
| May 2023 | $150 |
| June 2023 | $150 |
Note: The extra food stamp payments will end on June 30, 2023.
What is an EBT Card in Wisconsin?
An EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer) card in Wisconsin is a government-issued card that allows eligible individuals and families to purchase food with federal benefits deposited electronically. These benefits can be used at authorized retailers that accept EBT cards.
Wisconsin FoodShare Program
- The Wisconsin FoodShare Program, also known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), provides monthly food benefits to eligible low-income individuals and families.
- To be eligible, households must meet certain income and asset limits, and able-bodied adults between 18 and 49 without dependents must meet work requirements.
- Participants can use their EBT cards to purchase food items at authorized retailers that accept EBT cards.
Emergency Allotments (EAs)
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government provided Emergency Allotments (EAs) to SNAP participants, increasing the monthly food benefits they received. These EAs were intended to help families meet their food needs during a time of economic hardship.
End of EAs
The federal government has announced that the EAs will end in February 2023. This means that SNAP participants in Wisconsin will see a decrease in their monthly benefits starting in March 2023.
Additional Resources
- Wisconsin FoodShare Program: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/foodshare/
- Apply for FoodShare: https://access.wisconsin.gov/access/
- Find an EBT Retailer: https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/retailer-locator
| Household Size | Maximum Monthly Benefit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $281 |
| 2 | $516 |
| 3 | $740 |
| 4 | $939 |
| 5 | $1,117 |
| 6 | $1,284 |
| 7 | $1,451 |
| 8 | $1,616 |
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