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Updates for SNAP Recipients

Last updated: 11/14/25
  • With the end of the federal shutdown, the Murphy Administration does not expect any further disruptions in the availability of SNAP benefits in 2025.
  • New Jersey issued full November 2025 Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to eligible households on the morning of Friday, November 7. SNAP recipients are encouraged to check their Families First EBT cards at NJFamiliesFirst.com or by calling (800) 997-3333 to confirm their balances.
  • Beware of EBT card scams (learn more here).

Need Help Finding Food?

If you're concerned about changes to your food benefits, there are resources that may be able to help. Our Resource Directory includes over 500 food programs across New Jersey that may be able to help with fresh groceries, prepared meals, baby food, and more.

 

There Are Two Ways to Find Help:

Option 1: Use the Resource Directory:

These programs are available every day and are part of regular community services.

  1. Enter your ZIP code in the top right corner of this page to see programs near you (click on location not set).
  2. Scroll down and view food categories below. Click on the categories below to explore the different types of food assistance.
  3. Open each listing to learn who qualifies, where the program is available, and how to contact the agency.

 

Food Pantries
Soup Kitchens
Formula/Baby Food
Group Meals/Nutrition Sites
Food Vouchers
Farmers Markets Nutrition Program
Home Delivered Meals/Meals on Wheels
Mobile Food Pantries

*Pantries and distribution centers may ask people to bring their SNAP card.

 

Option 2: Find Emergency Food by County:

These are temporary pop-up food events created to help during the government shutdown and delays in SNAP.

  1. Scroll down to the emergency food distribution section.
  2. Pick your county from the dropdown list.
  3. Click "apply" to see events near you.

Emergency Food Distribution

Select a county form the filter and click on Apply to see results

Additional Resources for SNAP Recipients

Essex County

Emergency Assistance Program (for City of Newark residents ONLY): a temporary program to provide financial assistance to individuals and families who, without SNAP, struggle to afford things like household utilities (water, gas, internet, etc.), rent/mortgage, rental arrears, transportation, childcare, an co-pays for health provider visits and prescriptions. 

  • This program does NOT offer allowance or food assistance: approved applicants will receive a check up to $600 to cover the exact cost of their emergency.

    Applicants will receive a notification of confirmation via email and should expect an email with their application status within 72 hours. Apply here

Personal Support and Other Options
In addition to these community programs, we encourage you to reach out to your personal support network. Family, friends, neighbors, and people from your faith group, school, or local organizations may be able to offer temporary help, share meals, or connect you with other resources. Using both community services and personal support can make a big difference when times are tough.

 

Double Your SNAP Benefits with Good Food Bucks
If you use SNAP (Families First) or Summer EBT, you can double your benefits when you shop for fresh fruits and vegetables at participating farmers’ markets, grocery stores, farm stands, and other fresh-food retailers across New Jersey. For every $1 you spend from your EBT card, you receive an extra $1 to use on fresh produce—no sign-up needed. Visit Good Food Bucks locations to find a spot near you. You’ll automatically receive the match at checkout.
 
 
Other NJ SNAP Information
Current NJ SNAP recipients can use the free ConnectEBT app to check their balance, view transaction history, confirm deposits, and change their PIN. The app is available in English and Spanish on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Users can sign in using the same username and password used on NJFamiliesFirst.com.

 

 

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