Basic Food & SNAP

Basic Food (also known as SNAP or Food Stamps) is the Washington State equivalent of the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This program serves low-income households with a monthly food allowance.

Eligibility for Basic Food is based on your monthly income (before taxes) and your household size. Your rent and childcare, as well as any other regular expenses are also used to determine your benefits. When you apply for SNAP, you can also apply for other benefits such as cash assistance, child care subsidy, Medicare (age 65+), and long-term care.

Household Size	Monthly Gross Income Limit (200% FPL)
1	$2,608
2	$3,525
3	$4,441
4	$5,358
5	$6,275
6	$7,191
7	$8,108
8	$9,025
9+	$917 each

*guidelines effective 4/1/2025 – 3/31/2026

Apply for Benefits

You can apply for Basic Food benefits online through Washington Connection. To apply over the phone or in person, call Opportunity Council at (360)734-5121 option 3.

For additional information on how to apply, consult the Basic Food Brochure by clicking the top right button on this page.

Next Steps After Applying

After completing a Basic Food application, you have 30 days to complete an interview and submit documents. View the Next Steps Guide here for more information.

Manage Your Benefits

Manage your benefits, save money, and keep your EBT account safe all in one place.

Propel (formerly Providers) makes it easy and secure to check your EBT on your phone.

Make the Most of Your Benefits

Receiving Basic Food benefits comes with additional programs and services. For more information, view the Local Benefits and Incentive Programs guide here.