{"id":15048,"date":"2025-07-02T08:34:08","date_gmt":"2025-07-02T08:34:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/?p=15048"},"modified":"2026-06-02T03:00:55","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T03:00:55","slug":"ebt-eligible-items-non-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/ebt-eligible-items-non-food","title":{"rendered":"EBT-Eligible Items (Non-Food): Things You Can Buy with EBT"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We all know someone who loves to stretch their budget a little further. If you&#8217;re using SNAP and thought your EBT card was only good for groceries, you&#8217;re in for a surprise. There are not a lot, but a few EBT eligible items <strong>non food <\/strong>you can purchase. Ahead, we explain the unexpected things you really can buy with your EBT card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/lifeline-application?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=GOV101_ebt_eligible_items_non_food_FREEL_NGO\" style=\"background-color:#248fe9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Get a free phone with EBT, why not?<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. EBT-Eligible Items (Non-Food): Things You Can Really Buy with EBT<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While SNAP is mainly intended for purchasing food, there are a few non-food items you can buy with your EBT card, as long as they <strong>directly support food preparation or production<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seeds, Plants, and Grow Kits&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the <a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/surprising-things-you-can-buy-with-ebt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">most surprising things you can buy with EBT<\/a> is seeds and edible plants. SNAP benefits can be used at any authorized retailer, including grocery stores and farmers\u2019 markets, to buy seeds and plants that grow food.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligible examples:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Vegetable seeds: tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Herb plants: parsley, basil, mint&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For every $1 you spend on seeds and fertilizer, you can grow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usda.gov\/about-usda\/news\/blog\/using-snap-benefits-grow-your-own-food\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">about $25 worth<\/a> of fresh produce at home. So next time, don\u2019t forget to add seeds and food-producing plants to your cart!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(Please note that you cannot use EBT for decorative plants, plant pots, or non-edible plants.)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Grow kits that <strong>produce food<\/strong> are also covered under SNAP. These are usually packaged sets that include soil pods, seeds, and containers or equipment to help grow vegetables, herbs, or fruits at home.&nbsp;Examples of eligible grow kits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Herb garden starter kits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mushroom growing kits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Edible plants, seeds, and grow kits are actually one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/surprising-things-you-can-buy-with-ebt-on-amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cool things to buy on Amazon<\/a> or Walmart with SNAP benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ebt-eligible-items-non-food-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18510\" style=\"width:640px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ebt-eligible-items-non-food-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ebt-eligible-items-non-food-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ebt-eligible-items-non-food-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>SNAP EBT card can be used to buy seeds and plants that grow food.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gift Baskets&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can buy some gift baskets with SNAP benefits, but there are strict rules. If <strong>over 50%<\/strong> of the total basket value comes from food items, it\u2019s EBT-eligible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the basket contains alcohol, tobacco, non-food items, or if food is less than half the value, it\u2019s not allowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Around holidays or special occasions, always check what\u2019s inside those gift baskets &#8211; you might find they\u2019re actually surprising things you can buy with food stamps.)<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hunting and Fishing Gear&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In extremely remote areas of Alaska where grocery stores are hard to reach, households that receive SNAP benefits are allowed to use their EBT cards to buy specific hunting and fishing equipment, as long as it\u2019s used to <strong>gather food <\/strong>for the household.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligible items may include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fishing rods, reels, lines, and hooks&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nets, knives, or other basic tools for harvesting food&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Recreational gear or items used for sport hunting or fishing are not allowed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Friendly Reminder:<\/strong>&nbsp;Although some non-food items seem like they should be covered, especially if they\u2019re used in cooking, eating, or food storage, they are <strong>not eligible under the SNAP rule<\/strong>, namely:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Disposable utensils, napkins, and paper towels&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Baking foil, plastic wrap, storage bags&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coffee filters (You can buy ground coffee with EBT, but the filters used to brew it are not covered.)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toys or kitchen tools (spatulas, measuring cups, blenders)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ice packs or coolers (Unless they contain edible items, they\u2019re not considered SNAP-eligible)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To qualify for the SNAP purchase, an item must either be food or directly grow food (like seeds or food-producing plants).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ebt-eligible-items-non-food-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18511\" style=\"width:640px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ebt-eligible-items-non-food-3.jpg 800w, https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ebt-eligible-items-non-food-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ebt-eligible-items-non-food-3-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Ice packs, kitchen tools, baking foil, etc., are not eligible items for EBT.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f1f1f1\">&gt;&gt;&gt; <em>Also read: <a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/can-you-buy-flowers-with-ebt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Can You Buy&nbsp;Flowers&nbsp;with EBT? What You Should Know<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Common Items You Can Buy with EBT<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SNAP benefits are strictly intended for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fns.usda.gov\/snap\/eligible-food-items\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">purchasing food items<\/a> that can be prepared and eaten at home. What you can buy with your EBT card:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fruits and vegetables (Fresh, frozen, canned, or dried fruits and vegetables)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meat, poultry, and fish&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dairy products (milk, cheese, butter, yogurt, etc.)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breads and cereals (pasta, rice, etc.)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Snack foods and non-alcoholic beverages&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cooking ingredients and condiments (oil, flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, spices, herbs, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ebt-eligible-items-non-food-4.jpg\" alt=\"surprising things you can buy with food stamps\" class=\"wp-image-18512\" style=\"width:640px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ebt-eligible-items-non-food-4.jpg 800w, https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ebt-eligible-items-non-food-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ebt-eligible-items-non-food-4-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>SNAP benefits are intended for purchasing food items that can be prepared and eaten at home.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Common Items You CANNOT Buy with SNAP EBT&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are still plenty of products you\u2019ll need to leave out of your EBT cart. Ahead, you\u2019ll find a quick guide to the most common non-eligible items, the ones that may be in your regular grocery run but can\u2019t be paid for with SNAP.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Everyday essentials that don\u2019t qualify:\n<ul>\n<li>Personal care and hygiene items (shampoo, toothpaste, soap, etc)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ousehold supplies (paper towels, cleaning sprays, etc)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cosmetics, skincare, and other grooming products.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sorry, pets aren\u2019t covered:\n<ul>\n<li>Pet food<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Treats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ttoys, etc. (If it\u2019s not for human consumption, it\u2019s not EBT-eligible)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supplements and medicine? Not quite: Here\u2019s the general rule: if it has a \u201cSupplement Facts\u201d label, it\u2019s not allowed. That includes vitamins, dietary supplements, <a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/can-you-buy-protein-powder-with-ebt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">protein powders<\/a> marked as supplements, over-the-counter medications (cold medicine or pain relievers)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hot food and restaurant meals: Ready-to-eat hot foods are not covered by SNAP EBT. You\u2019ll also want to skip restaurant takeout, unless you <a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/restaurants-that-accept-ebt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">qualify for a state\u2019s Restaurant Meals Program (RMP)<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alcohol and tobacco are never eligible: Beer, wine, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, chewing tobacco, etc.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When in doubt, check the label or ask the cashier; most stores will let you know what\u2019s EBT-approved before you swipe.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Other Programs May Help with Non-Food Needs for Low-Income Households<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SNAP is great for helping with groceries, but what about everything else? If you&#8217;re looking for help with phone service, internet, or everyday essentials, there are a few popular programs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Need help beyond food?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/tanf-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TANF<\/a> (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) provides monthly cash assistance that can be used for rent, clothing, transportation, utilities, or other everyday needs. These funds are often loaded onto the same EBT card as your SNAP benefits and can be used much more broadly, including at ATMs or for non-food purchases. Each state runs its own version of the program.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Need a phone or internet connection?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/what-is-lifeline-benefit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lifeline<\/a> offers free or discounted phone and internet service for eligible low-income households. Depending on your provider and state, you could receive a discounted or free smartphone, tablet, or even smartwatch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, through <a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=GOV101_ebt_eligible_items_non_food_FREEL_NGO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AirTalk Wireless<\/a> &#8211; a nationwide trusted provider, you can qualify for Lifeline with SNAP\/EBT and receive these as extended perks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>iPhone (<a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/products\/apple-iphone-7\/20?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=GOV101_ebt_eligible_items_non_food_FREEL_NGO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">iPhone 7<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/products\/apple-iphone-11\/64?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=GOV101_ebt_eligible_items_non_food_FREEL_NGO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">iPhone 11<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/products\/apple-iphone-xr\/67?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=GOV101_ebt_eligible_items_non_food_FREEL_NGO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">iPhone XR<\/a>, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Samsung Galaxy (<a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/products\/samsung-galaxy-a42-5g\/2056?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=GOV101_ebt_eligible_items_non_food_FREEL_NGO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A42 5G<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/products\/samsung-galaxy-s10e\/69?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=GOV101_ebt_eligible_items_non_food_FREEL_NGO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">S10e<\/a>, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Motorola (<a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/products\/motorola-one-5g-ace\/2055?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=GOV101_ebt_eligible_items_non_food_FREEL_NGO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">one 5G ACE<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/products\/motorola-moto-g-5g-2023\/6377?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=GOV101_ebt_eligible_items_non_food_FREEL_NGO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">moto g 5G 2023<\/a>, and more)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free to unlimited data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International calling to over 200 countries and territories, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re already on SNAP, you may automatically qualify here, too. It\u2019s a simple way to stay connected without adding to your bills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/lifeline-application?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=GOV101_ebt_eligible_items_non_food_FREEL_NGO\" style=\"background-color:#248fe9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Get a free phone with EBT HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1387\" src=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/apply-now-airtalk.jpg\" alt=\"get a FREE large screen cell phone with AirTalk\" class=\"wp-image-12255\" style=\"width:640px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/apply-now-airtalk.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/apply-now-airtalk-300x231.jpg 300w, https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/apply-now-airtalk-1024x789.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/apply-now-airtalk-768x592.jpg 768w, https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/apply-now-airtalk-1536x1184.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Apply seamlessly with AirTalk Wireless and get a free phone and data with EBT!<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f1f1f1\">&gt;&gt;&gt; <em>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/airtalk-wireless-application-online\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Complete Guide to&nbsp;AirTalk&nbsp;Wireless&nbsp;Application Online (Status, Login, and Free Phones)<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Struggling with utility bills?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many states and local agencies offer utility bill assistance to help cover the cost of heating, electricity, and water, especially during extreme weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most widely available programs is LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program), which provides help with heating and cooling bills. Check with your local human services office or utility provider to learn what\u2019s available in your area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"AirTalk: How to claim your Free Phone and Plan (Step-by-step)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6z3Moqy7f9E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I buy protein powder with EBT?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, you can\u2019t buy protein powder with EBT if it has a \u201cSupplement Facts\u201d label &#8211; it\u2019s classified as a supplement and not eligible under SNAP rules. However, protein powders with a \u201cNutrition Facts\u201d label are considered food and can be purchased with EBT.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is bottled water covered by SNAP?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can purchase bottled water with SNAP EBT.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does EBT buy chips?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can buy chips with EBT. SNAP benefits allow recipients to purchase most snack foods, including chips and similar items.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, starting in 2026, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsweek.com\/indiana-iowa-snap-benefit-junk-food-ban-2077108\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">states like Iowa<\/a> will restrict sweetened beverages and some junk food from SNAP under approved federal waivers, so eligibility may change depending on your state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f1f1f1\">&gt;&gt;&gt; <em>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/surprising-things-you-can-buy-with-ebt-at-walmart\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Surprising&nbsp;Things&nbsp;You&nbsp;Can&nbsp;Buy&nbsp;with&nbsp;EBT&nbsp;at&nbsp;Walmart<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever wondered whether your EBT card can go a little further, now you know, it can. From seeds that grow into fresh vegetables to food-producing grow kits and even hunting gear in remote areas. And beyond that, there are other government programs you may qualify for through SNAP, like Lifeline. It\u2019s all about helping you meet essential needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We all know someone who loves to stretch their budget a little further. If you&#8217;re using SNAP and thought your EBT card was only good for groceries, you&#8217;re in for a surprise. There are not a lot, but a few EBT eligible items non food you can purchase. 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