Hawaii Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Hawaii
What is Hawaii Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)?
The Hawaii Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps supplement food budgets for low-income working families and individuals, people on public assistance, seniors and people with disabilities. In Hawaii, SNAP benefits are distributed through the state's Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) system. SNAP represents the pledge that hunger will not be tolerated in America. It is the tangible expression of the unalterable belief that everyone has a right to food for themselves and their families. The program is the cornerstone of the Federal government's food assistance programs. It provided more than $22 billion in benefits in 1996- more than $60 million every day. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) administers SNAP at the Federal level through its Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). State agencies administer the program at the state and local levels, including determination of eligibility and allotments.
Administration
Hawaii Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is administered by Hawaii.
Program Requirements
Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Hawaii and meet one of the following requirements:
- You have a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or
- You have a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $3,001 and share your household with one of the following:
- A person or persons age 60 and over or
- A person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself).
In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $22,503 |
| 2 | $30,550 |
| 3 | $38,597 |
| 4 | $46,644 |
| 5 | $54,691 |
| 6 | $62,738 |
| 7 | $70,785 |
| 8 | $78,832 |
Application Details
What is the application process for Hawaii Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)?
For detailed application information, visit the SNAP Application page.