Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) - Essex | NJ Division of Family Development
Resource Name:Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) - Essex | NJ Division of Family Development
address
320 University Avenue, 2nd Fl, Newark, NJ 07102
Eligibility
Open to low-income individuals and families in the service area
Required documents
Photo ID, proof of address, proof of earned or unearned income, proof of resources, social security number
For non-citizens: proof of immigration status
For students: proof of student status
Hours
Mon - Fri Appointments 7:45 am - 3:00 pm
Limited services for emergency needs 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Application process
Call during hours of operation or submit an application online. Application details will be discussed during the intake interview to determine eligibility.
Fees
None
Service area
Essex County, NJ
Provides food assistance to families with low incomes to help them buy groceries through a benefits card. Benefits are accepted at most food retail stores and some farmers markets.