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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) | Atlantic County Department of Family and Community Development

1333 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

Eligibility

Open to low-income individuals and families who reside within the County. Income, household size, and resources determine eligibility. Also available to individuals that just lost their unemployment benefits, unemployed or part-time workers, seniors, and people with disabilities who meet income standards.

Required documents

Varies, call for document information.

Hours

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
609-348-3001
Voice·

Main Phone

609-343-2374
Fax·

Fax

Application process

Call, visit the local office, or visit NJHELPS website to apply.

Fees

None.

Service area

Atlantic County, NJ

Offers food assistance to families with low incomes to help them buy groceries through a benefits card. The card is accepted in most food retail stores and some farmers markets. 10/27/25: SNAP benefits loaded on your Families First EBT card before October 31, 2025 will be available after November 1. Check your balance at NJFamiliesFirst.com or call 800-997-3333 to confirm your benefits are available.

What's Here
Food Stamps/SNAP

Providing organization

Atlantic County Department of Family and Community Development

Offers an opportunity for self-sufficiency to individuals and families through economic and social service programs designed for this purpose. The County Boards of Social Services provide a variety of financial, medical and social services to individuals and families who meet the necessary program criteria.