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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on May 19, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in South Dakota, we recommend that you visit the South Dakota Department of Labor & Regulation's COVID-19 Resources

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Description of Program and Relief

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

South Dakota’s SNAP program provides relief for individuals and families to afford food at supermarkets, grocery stores, and farmers markets. While no specific guidance has been provided for those affected by COVID-19, individuals and families adversely impacted by COVID-19 should be eligible if they meet general eligibility requirements.

Government or Lead Agency

South Dakota Department of Social Services

Dates Available

Effective immediately

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

Standard eligibility requirements apply, available at: https://dss.sd.gov/economicassistance/snap/. To receive SNAP benefits, household income and other resources have to be under certain monthly limits, and members must be U.S. citizens or legal aliens and must furnish or apply for a social security number. Proof of all sources of income and employment must also be provided.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

For more information, please contact your local DSS office at https://dss.sd.gov/findyourlocaloffice/.

List of Additional Information

For additional information, or to apply online, please visit:

https://apps.sd.gov/ss36snap/web/Portal/Default.aspx


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