Gloucester County Board of Social Services

Sometimes people feel they don't need help putting food on the table, but sometimes making ends meet is a struggle.  If you're not sure how or if you can pay for your next meal or next week's purchases, NJ SNAP can help. You can also apply by fax or mail to your local county welfare office.


Once you have received the application, you will be contacted to schedule an interview to confirm the application information.


Please also note that households in which all members are applicants or recipients of supplementary security income (SSI) can apply for NJ SNAP at the same time that they apply for SSI at the Social Security District Office.


NJ SNAP benefits are issued via the user-friendly "Families First" electronic benefits card.  SNAP Standard Utility Allowance in New Jersey - Federal Guidelines (PDF)


New Jersey State SNAP Utility Poster (PDF)


New Jersey SNAP Brochure - October 2016 (PDF)



Time: 8.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.

EBT is the US government\s electronic based system in the US for payment of monies to those approved for food and cash benefit payments.

Check EBT Card Balance
States have their methods to log in and check your ETB balance online. We provide that information on our state pages.

Apply for EBT Card
Most states allow online applications for EBT Cards through the application for Food Stamps (SNAP Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) or cash benefits through Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). We provided this local office contact for those who want to apply for their EBT in person at this office. After applying for your benefits you will most likely need to come in for an interview at this or another local social service office.