Colorado Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

The Colorado Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is committed to ensuring that low-income households in Parachute, CO, have the resources they need to secure adequate nutrition. By providing monthly benefits through an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card, SNAP empowers individuals and families, including those who are employed, to purchase essential food items that support their health and wellbeing. This vital program covers a range of food products for human consumption, while ensuring that benefits cannot be used for non-food items like alcohol or cigarettes. To determine eligibility for food assistance, interested individuals can access an online pre-screening tool. Applications can be submitted through the Colorado PEAK website, via the MyCOBenefits app, or through a paper application. Once approved, recipients can expect to receive their EBT card within a few weeks, with options for authorized representatives to assist with purchases. SNAP serves as a crucial lifeline for families in need, dedicated to fostering food security and nutritional wellbeing in our community.