Your EBT card unlocks a lot more than groceries. In 2026, SNAP cardholders can access discounts on Amazon Prime, streaming services, internet plans, museum and zoo admission, gym memberships, public transit passes, farmers market programs, and more — just by showing their EBT card or uploading proof of enrollment.
Most of these discounts are available nationwide. Some are state-specific or vary by city. None of them require any extra paperwork beyond what you already have. This is a complete list of every major EBT discount available in 2026, how to access each one, and what to watch out for.
Amazon Prime — Half-Price Membership for EBT Cardholders
Amazon Prime normally costs $14.99 per month. SNAP recipients pay $6.99 per month — less than half the regular price — through Amazon’s discounted Access program.
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That $6.99 gets you everything a standard Prime membership includes: free two-day shipping on millions of items, free same-day delivery in eligible ZIP codes, access to Prime Video, Prime Music, Prime Reading, and the ability to use your EBT card for online grocery orders through Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods pickup and delivery.
To sign up, go to amazon.com/snap and upload a photo of your EBT card or your SNAP award letter. You will also need to add a credit or debit card as a backup payment method — the $6.99 monthly fee cannot be charged to your EBT balance. Amazon also offers a free 30-day trial if you have never had a Prime membership before.
The discounted rate is available to people enrolled in SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, and certain other qualifying assistance programs.
Walmart+ — Discounted Membership for SNAP Recipients
Walmart+ normally costs $12.95 per month. SNAP recipients can get a Walmart+ membership for approximately $6.47 per month — about 50% off — through Walmart’s discount program for government assistance recipients.
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A Walmart+ membership gives you free shipping on Walmart.com orders, free grocery delivery from your local Walmart on orders $35 or more, discounts on fuel at Walmart and Murphy gas stations, and access to Paramount+ streaming included with membership. To access the discount, verify your SNAP enrollment through Walmart’s benefits verification portal when signing up.
Instacart+ — Discounted Membership for EBT Cardholders
Standard Instacart+ costs around $9.99 per month. EBT cardholders who have placed at least one SNAP order on Instacart within the last six months can get Instacart+ for $4.99 per month for the first year — roughly half off.
An Instacart+ membership waives delivery fees on grocery orders over $10 and on Costco orders over $35, including curbside pickup orders. Service fees still apply even with a membership, and fees cannot be paid with your Food Stamps balance. You will need a debit or credit card on file for those charges.
Target Circle 360 — Discounted Delivery Membership
Target Circle 360 is Target’s same-day delivery membership, which normally costs $10.99 per month. SNAP recipients, SSI enrollees, and Medicaid cardholders can access Target Circle 360 for $4.99 per month — more than 50% off.
The membership covers same-day delivery from Target and participating local stores with no markups on item prices, plus free two-day shipping on Target.com orders. To access the discount, verify your qualifying benefits enrollment when signing up in the Target app.
Shipt — Discounted Delivery Membership
Shipt is a same-day delivery service available through a variety of retailers including Target, CVS, and grocery chains. A standard Shipt membership costs around $10.99 per month. EBT cardholders can access a discounted Shipt membership for $4.99 per month — more than 50% off.
The membership gives you access to $0 delivery fees on eligible orders and the Preferred Shopper feature, which lets you request the same shopper each time. Sign up through Shipt’s website and verify your EBT enrollment to apply the discount.
Museums, Zoos, and Aquariums — Museums for All
Through a national program called Museums for All, over 1,600 museums, zoos, aquariums, science centers, and cultural institutions across the United States offer free or heavily discounted admission to EBT cardholders. The standard admission rate through the program is $5 or less per person, for up to four people per EBT card.
To use the discount, simply show your EBT card and a photo ID at the ticket window. No registration, no advance booking, no paperwork required.
The Museums for All program includes a wide range of institutions — natural history museums, children’s museums, science centers, art museums, botanical gardens, zoos, and aquariums. Some participating locations offer completely free admission; others charge a nominal reduced fee. The full list of participating institutions is searchable by location at museums4all.org.
Some examples of well-known participating institutions include the Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington DC, the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco, the Denver Art Museum, the Houston Museum of Natural History, and Shedd Aquarium in Chicago — though availability and specific discount terms vary by location.
National Parks — America the Beautiful Access Pass
Low-income US residents can apply for the America the Beautiful — National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass at a heavily discounted rate. The standard annual pass costs $80. Income-qualified applicants — including SNAP recipients — pay $20 for the same pass, which covers entrance fees for the pass holder and passengers in the same vehicle at over 2,000 federal recreation sites including national parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, and Bureau of Land Management areas.
To apply for the discounted pass, you can visit a participating federal recreation site in person and show proof of qualifying income or program enrollment, including SNAP documentation.
Phone Service — Lifeline Program
EBT cardholders automatically qualify for the Lifeline program, a federal benefit that provides discounts on monthly phone and internet service. The standard Lifeline benefit is up to $9.25 off your monthly phone or broadband bill. Households on Tribal lands receive up to $34.25 per month off.
Lifeline works with participating carriers — you either apply the discount to an existing plan with a qualifying provider or sign up for a new discounted plan. Many Lifeline-participating providers offer plans with unlimited talk and text for free or very low cost for qualifying households.
To apply, visit lifelinesupport.org or call the National Verifier at 1-833-511-0311. You can also apply directly through a participating phone carrier.
Internet Service — Discounted Broadband Plans
Several major internet service providers offer discounted internet plans for households receiving SNAP or other qualifying government benefits.
Comcast Xfinity Internet Essentials offers qualifying households a low-cost internet plan. AT&T Access offers discounted home internet to SNAP households. Verizon Forward provides reduced-cost service for qualifying low-income customers. Cox Communications, Charter Spectrum, and other regional providers also offer income-based discount programs in many areas.
Plans, speeds, and pricing vary by provider and region. Contact your local internet providers directly to ask about income-based or government assistance discounts, or search for available plans through your state’s broadband assistance resources.
Farmers Markets — Double Up Food Bucks and Market Match
Double Up Food Bucks is a nationally recognized incentive program that matches SNAP dollars spent on fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets and grocery retailers, effectively doubling the purchasing power of your Food Stamps for fresh produce. For every dollar you spend on SNAP-eligible fruits and vegetables at a participating market, you receive an additional dollar to spend on produce — typically up to a daily or monthly cap.
Double Up Food Bucks is available in 29 states. Market Match is a similar program available in California. The Fresh Bucks program operates in Seattle and a handful of other cities.
These programs are among the most valuable EBT discounts available because they directly increase the amount of food you can buy rather than discounting a service fee. To find participating farmers markets near you, check the USDA’s farmers market directory at ams.usda.gov or ask your local SNAP office.
YMCA — Reduced Membership Rates
Many YMCA locations across the country offer reduced or sliding-scale membership rates for SNAP recipients and low-income households. Discounts vary significantly by location — some YMCAs offer memberships at half the standard rate for EBT cardholders; others use a sliding scale based on household income that can bring the monthly cost to a few dollars or less.
YMCA memberships give you access to fitness facilities, swimming pools, exercise classes, youth programming, and community activities. To find out about the discount program at your local Y, contact the branch directly or ask at the front desk. Most locations handle income-based pricing on a location-by-location basis.
Public Transit — Reduced Fare Programs
Many cities and transit systems offer reduced fares for SNAP recipients and low-income riders. Availability and discount levels vary widely by city and transit authority.
In New York City, Citi Bike offers SNAP recipients a $5 per month membership for unlimited 45-minute rides on standard bikes plus reduced e-bike rates — versus the standard rate of $19 per month. King County Metro in Seattle, the MBTA in Boston, Chicago’s CTA, and transit systems in other major cities also have income-based fare programs that EBT cardholders may qualify for.
Check your local transit authority’s website or call their customer service line to ask about income-based fare programs. Many are underadvertised and not prominently listed on the main website.
Bike Share — Discounted Memberships
Beyond public transit, many bike share programs in major cities offer steeply discounted memberships for EBT cardholders. The Citi Bike program in New York City, Divvy in Chicago, PBSC urban solutions programs in other cities, and various regional bike shares have introduced SNAP-based membership discounts as part of equity access initiatives. Monthly membership rates under these programs are typically $5 or less, versus standard rates of $15 to $20 per month.
Search for your city’s bike share program and look for an “equity,” “low-income,” or “access” membership option, or contact the program directly to ask about EBT eligibility.
School Meals — Free Lunch for Children
Households receiving SNAP automatically qualify their school-age children for free school meals through the National School Lunch Program. This benefit applies during the regular school year. You do not need to apply separately for school meals if your household is already enrolled in Food Stamps — in most states, the school district receives eligibility information automatically through a direct certification process.
SUN Bucks — Summer Food Benefits for Children
SUN Bucks, also called Summer EBT, is a federal program that provides $120 per eligible child per summer for grocery purchases, added directly to your EBT card. The benefit is designed to replace school meals during summer break for children who receive free or reduced-price school meals during the year.
SUN Bucks is available in most states as of 2026. In many states, families receive the benefit automatically without a separate application if their children are already certified for free school meals or their household is enrolled in SNAP. Check with your state SNAP office if you have not received SUN Bucks and believe your children may qualify.
Energy Bills — LIHEAP
SNAP households automatically qualify for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), a federal program that helps pay for heating and cooling costs. LIHEAP provides regular seasonal benefits to help cover utility bills, crisis benefits for households facing shut-offs or emergencies, and weatherization assistance to improve home energy efficiency and reduce ongoing costs.
Each state runs its own LIHEAP program with different benefit amounts and application processes. Contact your state energy assistance office or local community action agency to apply. Benefits are distributed seasonally and funding can run out — applying early in the season gives you the best chance of receiving benefits.
WIC — Additional Food Benefits for Young Families
If your household includes a pregnant person, a new mother, or children under age five, you may qualify for WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) in addition to SNAP. WIC provides monthly benefits for specific nutritious foods — including milk, eggs, cheese, whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and infant formula — separate from your regular Food Stamps balance.
WIC eligibility is based on income and categorical requirements, and being enrolled in SNAP does not automatically enroll you in WIC. Apply through your local WIC office or health department if you think you or a family member may qualify.
Pet Care — ASPCA Low-Cost Services
The ASPCA Animal Hospital offers low-cost urgent veterinary care for EBT cardholders and other low-income households with annual household income at or below $50,000. Services covered include urgent medical care for pets. The discount does not apply to routine wellness exams, vaccines, or preventive treatments like flea or heartworm prevention.
ASPCA services under this program are available at ASPCA Animal Hospital locations. Contact your nearest ASPCA facility to confirm current availability and eligibility requirements.
EBT Discounts by State
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How to Prove EBT Eligibility for Discounts
Most EBT discounts require one of three things to verify your eligibility: showing your physical EBT card (often with a photo ID), uploading a photo of your EBT card or SNAP award letter through a website or app, or logging in through a benefits verification portal that connects to your state’s eligibility records.
For in-person discounts like Museums for All and the YMCA, your EBT card and a photo ID are all you need. For online discounts like Amazon Prime and Walmart+, you complete a verification step during signup where you upload documentation or enter your EBT card number. Most verifications are instant.
Keep your EBT card and a copy of your most recent SNAP award letter accessible. The award letter is particularly useful for programs that want more than just the card number.
Frequently Asked Questions
What discounts can I get with an EBT card?
EBT cardholders can access discounts on Amazon Prime ($6.99/month versus $14.99), Walmart+ (approximately 50% off), Instacart+ ($4.99/month), Target Circle 360 ($4.99/month), Shipt ($4.99/month), museum and zoo admission through Museums for All ($5 or less for up to four people), national park passes ($20 versus $80), phone service through Lifeline, discounted internet from major providers, Double Up Food Bucks at farmers markets, reduced YMCA memberships, and public transit discounts in many cities.
Does Amazon offer a discount for EBT cardholders?
Yes. SNAP recipients can get Amazon Prime for $6.99 per month — less than half the standard $14.99 price — through Amazon’s Access program. Sign up at amazon.com/snap and verify your enrollment by uploading your EBT card or SNAP award letter.
Can I use my EBT card at museums for free?
Through the Museums for All program, EBT cardholders can get free or discounted admission — $5 or less per person for up to four people — at over 1,600 participating museums, zoos, aquariums, and cultural institutions nationwide. Just show your EBT card and photo ID at the ticket window. No registration required.
What internet discounts are available for SNAP recipients?
SNAP households qualify for Lifeline, which provides up to $9.25 per month off a phone or internet bill. Several major providers also offer discounted home internet plans for SNAP recipients, including Comcast Xfinity Internet Essentials, AT&T Access, and Verizon Forward. Discount levels and availability vary by provider and location.
Do EBT cardholders get a discount at the YMCA?
Many YMCA locations offer reduced or sliding-scale memberships for SNAP recipients, but the discount varies by location. Some offer memberships at half the standard rate; others use income-based sliding scales. Contact your local YMCA directly to ask about their program.
What is Double Up Food Bucks?
Double Up Food Bucks is a program that matches the SNAP dollars you spend on fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets and some grocery retailers, dollar for dollar up to a daily or monthly cap. It is available in 29 states and effectively doubles your purchasing power for fresh produce. Check ams.usda.gov for participating markets near you.
Are there streaming discounts for EBT cardholders?
Amazon Prime Video is included with the discounted Amazon Prime membership ($6.99/month for SNAP recipients). Paramount+ is bundled with a Walmart+ membership, which SNAP recipients can access at approximately 50% off. These are the primary streaming-related discounts available through EBT cardholder programs.
How do I get the EBT discount for Amazon Prime?
Go to amazon.com/snap, click “Start your 30-day free trial,” and upload a photo of your EBT card or SNAP eligibility letter. Add a credit or debit card as your payment method — the $6.99 monthly fee cannot come from your EBT balance. After the 30-day free trial, you will be charged $6.99/month as long as your enrollment in a qualifying program remains active.
Bottom Line
Your EBT card is worth more than the grocery balance loaded onto it each month. Between Amazon Prime at half price, free museum admission, discounted internet and phone service, farmers market matching dollars, reduced gym memberships, and transit discounts, SNAP enrollment opens up a substantial set of everyday savings that most cardholders never fully use.
Start with the ones that apply to your household right now — Amazon Prime if you order online, Museums for All if you have kids, Lifeline if you are paying full price for your phone plan, and Double Up Food Bucks if you have a farmers market nearby. Each one is free to access and takes only a few minutes to set up.
For more on what your SNAP card covers at the grocery store, see our guide on surprising things you can buy with EBT and our full list of grocery stores that take EBT. To check whether you qualify for SNAP benefits, use our SNAP Eligibility Calculator.
Last updated: 2026 | Discount programs, pricing, and eligibility requirements are subject to change. Verify current details directly with each program before enrolling.