Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Downtown

City of Richmond Department of Social Services

900 East Marshall Street
Richmond, VA 23219

(804) 646-4110

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Contact Information

Main
(804) 646-4110
Email
asksocialservices@richmondgov.com
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Who We Are

The city of Richmond Department of Social Services participates in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps. SNAP benefits are electronic benefits that can be used like cash to buy food at any store that has a sign displaying the Quest logo or a picture of the Virginia Electronic Transfer Benefit card.

Each eligible household will receive a card that may be used like a bank debit card to purchase eligible food items from your account.

With SNAP benefits, you can also purchase seeds to grow a garden. The program is designed to help prevent hunger and malnutrition by ensuring a better diet for low-income households. It is not designed to supply all food needs, only to supplement them.           

Residents can now apply for Social Services benefits online.   Click Here to apply online at the Virginia CommonHelp website.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Richmond City

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Age Requirements
18 and over
Family
Yes
Other Eligibility Criteria
Resident of the City of Richmond; Meet income and resource guidelines; Have identification.

Available 24/7
No
Additional Availability Comments
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 8:00 am to 11:00 am Intake Walk-in Pre-Screening Appointments. <br>
Wednesday: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Appointments only.

Intake Process
Call 311 for information on the application process or dial the 24-hour Food Stamp Hotline number 804-646-4110. An application is available online.
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes

Report Problems
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