If you are a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipient in Michigan, Mississippi, or North Carolina, your Food Stamp payments will continue through March 21, 2025. The maximum payment amount varies based on household size, with a single recipient receiving up to $292, while an eight-member household can receive as much as $1,756.
SNAP Payment Schedule in Michigan
Michigan determines SNAP payment dates based on the last digit of the recipient’s ID number. If your ID ends in 4, you will receive your benefits on March 11, 2025. The remaining payment dates are as follows:
- March 13: ID ending in 5
- March 15: ID ending in 6
- March 17: ID ending in 7
- March 19: ID ending in 8
- March 21: ID ending in 9
SNAP Payment Schedule in Mississippi
Mississippi issues SNAP payments based on the last two digits of a recipient’s case number. Payments started on March 4 and will continue through March 21, 2025. Here’s the complete schedule:
- March 10: Case numbers ending in 35-40
- March 11: Case numbers ending in 41-46
- March 12: Case numbers ending in 47-52
- March 13: Case numbers ending in 53-58
- March 14: Case numbers ending in 59-64
- March 15: Case numbers ending in 65-69
- March 16: Case numbers ending in 70-74
- March 17: Case numbers ending in 75-79
- March 18: Case numbers ending in 80-84
- March 19: Case numbers ending in 85-89
- March 20: Case numbers ending in 90-94
- March 21: Case numbers ending in 95-99
SNAP Payment Schedule in North Carolina
North Carolina distributes SNAP benefits based on the last digit of the primary cardholder’s Social Security Number (SSN). Here’s the schedule for March 2025:
- March 11: SSN ending in 5
- March 13: SSN ending in 6
- March 15: SSN ending in 7
- March 17: SSN ending in 8
- March 19: SSN ending in 9
- March 21: SSN ending in 0
How to Use Your SNAP Benefits
Once your SNAP benefits are deposited onto your Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card, you can use them at authorized retailers, grocery stores, and some farmers’ markets. Always safeguard your PIN to prevent unauthorized transactions.
Interesting Fact: Can You Use SNAP Benefits Online?
Yes! Many major retailers, including Walmart and Amazon, allow SNAP recipients to use their benefits for online grocery orders. However, delivery fees are not covered under SNAP, so recipients must pay those separately .
FAQs :
Q: What should I do if I don’t receive my SNAP benefits on the scheduled date?
A: Contact your state’s SNAP office immediately to report the issue. Delays can occur due to administrative errors, but the office can provide assistance.
Q: Can I check my SNAP balance online?
A: Yes. Most states allow recipients to check their EBT balance online through their state’s EBT portal or via a mobile app.
Q: Will my benefits roll over if I don’t use them this month?
A: Yes. Unused SNAP benefits will roll over to the next month. However, if an account remains inactive for an extended period, benefits may be removed.
Q: Can I use my Michigan, Mississippi, or North Carolina EBT card in another state?
A: Yes! SNAP benefits are accepted nationwide, so you can use your EBT card at any authorized retailer in the U.S.
For more details about SNAP payment schedules and eligibility, visit the USDA’s official website.