SNAP Process
What Information Do I Need To Apply?
- SSN and date of birth for everyone that wants to apply
- Costs of bills you pay
- Money you get from jobs and other sources
- Picture ID or other verification source for ID
- Information about value of items you pay for or own such as vehicles, money in the bank or in cash
What Does The Process Look Like?
- Submit your application
- Health and Human Services Comission (HHSC) will process your application. It can take 30-45 days for your response to come in the mail.
- If approved you will get an EBT card in the mail to access your benefits.
- Use benefits to buy groceries.
Need help with a submitted application?
- Call 2-1-1 or 877-541-7905.
- Select a language, press 2 for HHSC, press 1 to speak to a 211 respresentative.
- If you cannot reach 2-1-1, Email snap@ntfb.org to see if the Social Services Team can assist you.
Other Food Assistance Options
Senior Programs
Ensuring that seniors have access to nutritious foods that meet their health needs.
Mobile Food Distribution Schedule
NTFB’s mobile pantry travels across the metroplex! View the MP schedule here.
Find a Food Pantry
Use our searchable map to find a food pantry or other resources in the North Texas area. Filter your results by Location, Distance, Agency Name, or Type of Assistance.
Get Food Assistance
Speak to a Social Service Assistance staff member who can provide valuable information about benefits available to you.
Get help with accessing other resources such as rent and utility by emailing RPPTeam@ntfb.org .
Contact Us
Contact our help center for assistance with applying for SNAP, Medicaid, or other benefits.
Call (214)-269-0906 or Email SNAP@ntfb.org