Thousands of families across Florida are scheduled to receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits in the last week of February as the state continues its staggered distribution schedule. The program, administered by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF), distributes payments throughout the month rather than issuing them all at once.
According to Marca, SNAP recipients can determine their filing date by reversing the eighth and ninth digits of their case number. Benefits are loaded onto Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards and can be used for qualifying grocery purchases.
SNAP Florida payment dates are February 23-28
For beneficiaries whose payments have not yet arrived, deposits are scheduled as follows:
- Monday, February 23: Case numbers 79-81
- Tuesday, February 24: 82-85
- Wednesday, February 25: 86-88
- Thursday, February 26: 89-92
- Friday, February 27: 93-95
- Saturday, February 28: 96-99
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If your case number falls within these ranges, funds should be available on your EBT card on the date listed.
How much can families get?
SNAP benefits vary based on family size and net income. For 2026, Florida’s maximum monthly allotments are:
- Single person: up to $292
- Two people: up to $536
- 3 people: up to $768
- 4 people: up to $994
- Up to 8 people: up to $1,793
- Each additional person: +$225
Actual amounts may be lower depending on income and deductions allowed.
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What SNAP benefits can and cannot be used?
SNAP aims to help families purchase food for home consumption. Benefits cannot be used for:
Alcohol or tobacco
Hot or prepared foods
Cleaning materials or hygiene products
Cosmetics or vitamins
Pet food
Household goods
What to do if your payment does not arrive
Recipients who do not see the funds on their designated date should check their EBT balance and verify their case number details.
If problems persist, calling the DCF customer service line or visiting your local help desk can help resolve delays.
Florida’s tiered system is designed to reduce crowding and ensure smoother processing of one of the largest SNAP cases in the country.
