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Important Updates

  • ABAWD Changes – Changes to federal law may affect your SNAP eligibility. Learn more about staying on SNAP at NJSNAP.gov or read about ABAWDs and SNAP work requirements here.
  • Federal Changes to NJ FamilyCare / Medicaid – The federal government has changed the rules around who is eligible for NJ FamilyCare starting Fall 2026. Learn more.

Welcome! We are here to help.

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The department’s primary mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities by delivering comprehensive services and support programs.

Need Help Paying for Groceries?

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides food assistance to eligible families and individuals to help buy groceries through a benefits card accepted at participating stores (including online orders) and some farmer’s markets.

With a $95 minimum benefit in NJ, SNAP can help you stretch your food budget.

¿Necesita Ayuda Para Pagar los Comestibles?El Programa de Asistencia de Nutrición Suplementaria (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program; SNAP)

Proporciona asistencia alimentaria a familias e individuos elegibles para ayudar a comprar comestibles a través de una tarjeta de beneficios aceptada en las tiendas participantes (incluyendo pedidos en línea) y algunos mercados de agricultores.

Con un beneficio mínimo de $95 en NJ, SNAP puede ayudarle a estirar su presupuesto de alimentos.

Protect your SNAP and WFNJ benefits from theft with our EBT Lock/Unlock feature

Proteja sus beneficios de SNAP y WFNJ contra robos con nuestra función de Bloqueo/Desbloqueo con EBT

Discover arts and culture in NJ with the Families First Discovery Pass!

Use your EBT or eWic card to get free or discounted admission to museums, theaters, historic sites, cultural events and more!

¡descubre arte y la cultura en New Jersey!

Utilice su tarjeta EBT o eWic para obtener entradas gratuitas o con descuento a museos, teatros, lugares históricos, eventos culturales y mucho más.

 Work First New Jersey (WFNJ)
  • Provides monthly cash assistance to eligible individuals and families to meet your basic needs.
  • Helps you secure employment.
  • Supports you with child care, transportation and other services, as needed.

Primero el Trabajo en New Jersey (Work First New Jersey; WFNJ):

  • Proporciona asistencia mensual en efectivo a individuos y familias elegibles para satisfacer sus necesidades básicas.
  • Te ayuda a conseguir un empleo.
  • Te apoya con cuidado de niños, transporte y otros servicios, según sea necesario.