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Did You Know You May Qualify for Food Assistance?
Good health starts with good nutrition. That's why Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) is working with Advocatia to offer a completely free and confidential screening to determine your potential eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
How it works:
Simple Steps with Friendly Support or Self Service
Why Check Your Eligibility?
​It’s easier than you think
Advocatia’s team will help you easily navigate the process
The benefits are significant
The average monthly benefit is $181.72 per person and $343.00 per household ¹
It's a simple screening
Just answer a few questions to see if you might qualify
Circumstances change
Even if you've applied before and were denied, you may now qualify
5 Fast Facts About Food Assistance Programs:
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42.1 million Americans receive food assistance benefits—about 12%—of the U.S. population.³
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Food assistance beneficiaries report better health than eligible non-participants.²
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More than 66% of North Carolina food assistance beneficiaries are in families with children.³
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More than 34% of North Carolina beneficiaries are in families with members who are older adults or disabled.³
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More than 46% of North Carolina beneficiaries are in working families but still qualify for support.³
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1. Who is eligible for SNAP benefits?1. Eligibility depends on household size, income, and expenses. Even if you're working or have some savings, you may still qualify. Our free screening will help determine if you're likely eligible.
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2. How much could I receive in benefits?Benefit amounts vary based on household size and income. The average monthly benefit is $181.72 per person and $343.00 per household.¹
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3. Will I need to gather a lot of documents?You can start the screening with just basic information about your household size and income. If you decide to apply, you'll need documentation like ID, proof of income, and household expenses—but our advocates can help you gather these documents.
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4. What if I've applied before and was denied?Circumstances and rules change. Many people who were previously denied may now qualify. It's worth checking again and will only take a few minutes.
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5. How long does the application process take?The initial screening takes just a few minutes. The full application process varies, but our advocates will help make it as quick and easy as possible.
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6. How do SNAP benefits work?Benefits are loaded monthly onto an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card, which works like a debit card. You can use it to buy groceries at most supermarkets and many farmers' markets.
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7. What if I'm still not sure I qualify?That's exactly why we offer free screenings! You have nothing to lose by checking. Our team is here to answer any questions you have about the process.