SNAP: Save 20% money for Presidents Day using your EBT card

New SNAP recipients may not be aware of all the advantages that Food Stamp benefits can offer. In the first place, you could take advantage of the Double Up Food Bucks program. As a matter of fact, it is the only way to get twice the fruits and veggies you need. Saving money for Presidents Day will be easy!

This program is available in more than 25 States and it matches your SNAP dollars spent on fresh veggies and fruits. Remember that as long as you are a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient, you qualify for the Double Up Food Bucks program.

Use SNAP to buy seasonally and locally grown food

If you buy food that is in season, you will be able to save SNAP money. Prices tend to be lower when you buy fruits and vegetables that are easily grown in winter, spring, summer, or fall.

Make use of all the coupons that stores offer to save money on the thing you usually buy. Go grocery shopping after lunch because you will not be tempted to buy fast or unhealthy food. It’s not a good idea to buy when you are hungry!

Make a list of the things that you need to buy with your SNAP dollars. In this way, you will save money because you will only buy what is on it. Of course, if you stick to it. What is more, compare prices and get sales or discounts whenever possible.

Take your SNAP EBT card when you travel

If you are thinking about a weekend trip on Presidents Day, have a look at the Museums for ALL website. If you are a SNAP recipient, you can gain free or reduced admission to more than 1,400 museums.

These museums are across the United States so there will surely be one wherever you go on President’s Day. All you have to do is check the museum, zoo or gallery has joined the Museums for ALL initiative.

Then, carry with you your SNAP EBT card and photo ID. Are you interested in this program? Visit their official website now at https://museums4all.org/ to see if you could visit it on Presidents Day. Special occasions may not offer discounts though, so call before you visit it to avoid disappointment.

Understanding SNAP and EBT

The SNAP program was established by the federal government to assist low-income individuals and families in purchasing nutritious foods. Monthly benefits issued to the participants are loaded onto an EBT card, which is like a debit card and can be used to purchase food products at participating grocery stores or farmers’ markets, or even for some online purchases.

How to Save Money Using Your EBT Card for Presidents Day

1. While SNAP benefits are meant for essential food purchases, Presidents Day is an excellent opportunity to stock up on groceries and household items. Here are some tips to maximize savings:
   
2. Sale Shopping: Take a look into your local grocers to see if there is any kind of sale on meat, produce, or pantry staples in observance of Presidents Day-and base your shopping list around these sales.
   
3. Buy in Bulk: Purchasing rice, pasta, and similar items in large quantities with EBTS cards allows one to lower costs and ensure extra meals at a lesser price point.
   
4. Go to Farmers’ Markets: Some of the Farmers’ Markets accept EBT cards and also have a program called Double Up Food Bucks, which gives you extra vegetables/additional fruits.
   
5. Batch Cook: You can cook large amounts of food all at once and freeze that for use later on. This reduces any waste you might have incurred and cuts out the last-minute trips to the grocery store to buy really expensive food.
   
6. Price Comparison of a Reference Price: Get the best price by comparing the prices of the apps that various grocers have. This helps one to find the best deals. Combining SNAP and any sales offer can also lower the actual cost concusively.

Approved EBT Purchases

It’s important to remember that SNAP benefits can only be used for certain food items. Here is a breakdown of what you can and cannot buy:’

Eligible Items	Non-Eligible Items
Fruits and Vegetables	Alcohol and Tobacco
Meat, Poultry, and Fish	Household Supplies
Dairy Products	Pet Food
Bread and Cereals	Vitamins and Supplements
Snack Foods and Non-Alcoholic Beverages	Hot, Prepared Foods

Best Foods to Buy for a Presidents Day Feast

If you’re planning a special meal for Presidents Day, consider these budget-friendly, EBT-eligible options:

Food Category	Affordable Choices
Protein	Chicken, Ground Beef, Eggs, Beans
Vegetables	Carrots, Potatoes, Frozen Mixed Vegetables
Grains	Rice, Pasta, Bread
Dairy	Milk, Cheese, Yogurt
Snacks	Popcorn, Crackers, Granola Bars

Presidents Day EBT Savings Example

Let’s look at a sample grocery list using EBT benefits during a Presidents Day sale:

Item	Sale Price	Quantity	Total Cost
Whole Chicken	$0.99/lb	5 lbs	$4.95
Potatoes	$2.50/5 lbs	1 bag	$2.50
Rice	$1.00/lb	3 lbs	$3.00
Frozen Vegetables	$1.50/bag	2 bags	$3.00
Milk	$3.50/gallon	1 gallon	$3.50
Eggs	$2.00/dozen	1 dozen	$2.00
Total Cost			$18.95

Additional Ways to Save

• Using Coupons: Some stores allow SNAP shoppers to use paper or electronic coupons on certain purchases.
• Shopping Store Brands: A generic product or a private label is almost always cheaper than branded items.
• Buy Seasonal Produce: Produce that is in season tends to be cheaper and riper.

Final Thoughts

Although Presidents Day can involve some festivities and family gatherings, it need not strain the food budget. By using the EBT card strategically, one can take advantage of holiday sales, purchase in bulk, and prepare economical meals. Additional savings on the holiday meal can be achieved through flexibility in using SNAP benefits by combining them with smart shopping habits.

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