Food and Nutrition Services (Food Stamps)
Food and Nutrition Services (FNS, also known as Food Stamps) is a program that helps eligible people with limited incomes supplement their budgets so they can purchase food. Designed to promote the general welfare and safeguard the health and well-being of the nation's population by raising the levels of nutrition among low-income households.
Am I eligible?
To receive Food and Nutrition Services, you must meet the following requirements:
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Be a US Citizen or qualified legal immigrant;
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Have, or have applied for, a Social Security number; and
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Meet income and reserve requirements.
How to apply?
Residents can apply online, in person or by mail. The application requires documents and information about your household that you may need to gather.
Online
Apply online with ePASS. You may need to create an account first.
In Person
Apply in person at Sampson County Department of Social Services (DSS) office. You can also drop off an application at the Sampson County Department of Social Services.
Fill out as much of the paper application as possible ahead of time and take your documents with you.
Address:360 County Complex Road, Suite 100, Clinton, NC 28328
State Courier #: 11-33-29
Phone:910-592-7131
Fax number: 910-592-4297
Note: Call Sampson County DSS and verify if you can apply over the phone, by mail or by fax.
What is next?
If you apply online, a case worker will contact you within a few days to conduct the interview. This interview can take place in person, by telephone, or through a video conference. They can interview you or someone you choose to represent you.
If you apply in person or drop your completed application off at the DSS office, you can be interviewed during your visit, or you can schedule an interview for a future time.