Idaho Food Stamp Program

What is Idaho Food Stamp Program?

The Food Stamp Program helps put food on the table for approximately 34,000 Idaho households and 85,000 individual Idahoans every day. It provides low income households with a card which can be used instead of cash to purchase food items to ensure that they have access to a healthy diet. The Food Stamp Program represents the pledge that hunger will not be tolerated in America. It is the tangible expression of the unalterable belief that everyone has a right to food for themselves and their families. The program is the cornerstone of the Federal Government's food assistance programs. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) administers the Food Stamp Program at the Federal level through its Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). State agencies administer the program at the state and local levels, including determination of eligibility and allotments.

Program Requirements

For this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Idaho and fall into one of two groups: (1) those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself).

In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:

Household Size*	Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1	$15,782
2	$21,398
3	$27,014
4	$32,630
5	$38,246
6	$43,862
7	$49,478
8	$55,094

*For households with more than eight people, add $5,616 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.

Application Details

What is the application process for Idaho Food Stamp Program?

For detailed application information, visit the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Apply for Assistance page.

Contact Info

1-877-456-1233