What are food stamps?

The Food Stamp Program helps low-income households eat well by providing extra dollars to buy food. In Oregon, people get monthly food stamp benefits to buy food on an Oregon Trail card. It works like a bank debit card in the machines at your grocery store checkout. Your Oregon Trail food stamp card will come with instructions for using it.

Facts about food stamps

You do not have to pay for food stamps.

You may be able to get food stamps even if...

• You own your home. No lien will be placed on it.
• You are working full time or part time.
• You get unemployment insurance.
• You have a good car and money in the bank.
• You are going to school.
• You are a couple.
• You are living with others. 

You may be able to get food stamps if your income does not exceed:

* More than eight people, add $555 for each additional person.

* Income guidelines will be updated in spring 2009.

If you meet these income guidelines, you may still qualify even if you have resources like a home, car, or bank accounts.

Am I eligible?

For more information please call Oregon SafeNet, a health and human services hotline.

1-800-SAFENET (723-3638)