Using EBT on DoorDash: What You Need to Know

## Understanding EBT and SNAP **EBT** is a system that allows SNAP participants to pay for food using a card similar to a debit card. SNAP is a federal program that provides nutrition benefits to supplement the food budget of needy families so they can purchase healthy food and move towards self-sufficiency. For more detailed information on SNAP, you can visit the [USDA's official SNAP page](https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program). ## How EBT Works with DoorDash Currently, DoorDash's EBT acceptance is limited to specific participating retailers and locations. The program primarily works through partnerships with stores like: - ALDI - Food Lion - Walmart - Save A Lot ## Eligible Purchases ### Allowed Items - Fruits and vegetables - Meat, poultry, and fish - Dairy products - Breads and cereals - Snack foods and non-alcoholic beverages - Seeds and plants that produce food ### Prohibited Items - Hot prepared foods - Restaurant meals - Alcoholic beverages - Tobacco products - Non-food items - Delivery fees and tips ## How to Use EBT on DoorDash 1. Download the DoorDash app or visit [DoorDash.com](https://www.doordash.com/) 2. Create an account or sign in 3. Select a participating retailer 4. Add eligible items to your cart 5. At checkout, select EBT as your payment method 6. Enter your EBT card information > **Important Note**: You'll need to add a secondary payment method for non-EBT eligible charges like delivery fees and tips. ## Benefits and Limitations ### Benefits * Helps those with limited mobility * Provides access during inclement weather * Assists individuals without reliable transportation * Supports social distancing needs * Enables easy price comparison across stores * Reduces time spent shopping ### Limitations * Not all locations support EBT payments * Delivery fees cannot be paid with EBT * Tips must be paid with a separate payment method * Service limited to specific retailers ## Best Practices To make the most of your EBT benefits on DoorDash: 1. Plan your orders carefully to maximize benefits 2. Compare prices across different participating retailers 3. Keep track of delivery fees to manage additional costs 4. Order in bulk when possible to reduce delivery charges 5. Check for promotional offers that might reduce non-EBT costs ## Customer Support If you encounter issues while using EBT on DoorDash, you can: 1. Contact DoorDash Support through the app 2. Visit the [DoorDash Help Center](https://help.doordash.com/s/?language=en_US) 3. Reach out to your local SNAP office for benefit-specific questions For the most current information about EBT acceptance and participating stores, visit the [USDA SNAP Retailer Locator](https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/retailer-locator). Remember to always keep your EBT card information secure and report any unauthorized transactions immediately to your state's EBT customer service.

Using EBT on DoorDash: What You Need to Know

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