Shop Local – use your EBT card at the farmers’ market
There are over 250 farmers markets in North Carolina, and these markets have a wide variety of fruits and vegetables grown locally in your community. If you haven’t stopped by[…] Read More
All posts tagged: SNAP
Claiming Medical Expenses
Did you know that seniors (age 60 and older) and individuals with disabilities can claim medical expenses when applying for SNAP? Unreimbursed, out-of-pocket medical expenses over $35 per month can[…] Read More
Could you be putting more in your basket?
Are you amongst the many American households that could use some extra money to buy food? Are you cutting corners to pay for energy or medical bills and still don’t[…] Read More
FNS Is Important for Your Family
Why is it important to eat a balanced and nutritious diet? It is important to an adult’s ability to be productive at work and at home. And, studies have shown that when children are not hungry they do better in school. North Carolina’s Food and Nutrition Services (FNS and formerly food stamps) Program can help your family have sufficient and nutritious food to eat.
What’s in season?
During the summer you can find a wide variety of seasonal produce in the grocery store and at farmers’ markets. One benefit of buying produce while it’s in season is that it often costs you less money. It always seems to taste better too!
How much food could you buy with an extra $15 per month?
How much food will an extra $15 per month buy? That’s a great question because $15 is the minimum FNS/SNAP (food stamps) benefit that a person can receive. True, most people receive much more than the minimum, but some people still think it’s not worth it to sign up if they will only receive the minimum benefit.
NC’s Simplified Nutritional Assistance Program
What would you do with extra food dollars each month? Are you at least 65 and receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI)? Then you may be eligible for the Simplified Nutritional[…] Read More
Valentine’s Day Doesn’t Have to Break the Bank
February is here. The groundhog emerged last Sunday and saw his shadow, which means we’re in for 6 more weeks of winter. It also means that Valentine’s Day is quickly[…] Read More
Find Out if You’re Eligible for NC’s Food and Nutrition Services
Are you wondering what is Food and Nutrition Services? It is called FNS for short and is the North Carolina name for the national Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP.[…] Read More
Happy Holidays from More In My Basket
Are you looking for a holiday meal that doesn’t break the bank? With a little planning, you can stretch your FNS/SNAP benefits to create a delicious meal that your family[…] Read More
