Millions of Americans collect food stamps or WIC benefits every month to help feed their families during hard financial times.
Many people like to know exactly what they can buy and where they can buy it.
Most grocery stores and convenience stores accept EBT cards, or food stamps, as a form of payment.
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Does Publix accept food stamps to purchase items with?
Publix is one of the major grocery retailers in the south of the United States.
They accept both EBT cards and WIC.
They also take EBT cards online for Instacart and in person at their self checkouts.
Use your EBT card at gas stations
What can I purchase at Publix with food stamps and WIC?
- Baby formula
- Baby foods
- Bread and bakery items
- All types of cereals
- Coffee
- Dairy products of all kinds, including milk, yogurt, and cheese
- Energy drinks that have nutritional labels
- Frozen dinners
- Fruits
- Vegetables
- Meats
- Seafood
- Poultry
- Protein bars, as long as there is a nutritional label
Fast food places accepting SNAP benefits
The EBT cards work similarly to debit cards.
They can be used the same way when you’re in store.
If you choose to purchase groceries online you can have them delivered or pick them up.
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