FoodShare Wisconsin Eligibility

How To Get FoodShare Benefits

FoodShare Wisconsin helps low-income families and individuals to buy nutritious food.  If you want to find out if you can get FoodShare benefits, you need to apply with your agency.  You can also apply online at  access.wi.gov.  Click on the "Apply For Benefits"  tool.  This tool will let you submit an application to your agency.  You may also apply with your local agency in person or by telephone. 

To apply with the local county or tribal agency, you will need to call and set up a time for an interview.  To find the agency in your area go to "How to Apply" or  call 1-800-362-3002.

If you want to see if you may be able to get FoodShare Benefits before you apply, you can use the "Am I Eligible" tool, also at access.wi.gov. 

For more information about FoodShare Wisconsin, the ForwardHealth Enrollment and Benefits Handbook.  

To find the current FoodShare Wisconsin income limits, visit Monthly Income Limits.

In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, political beliefs or disability.

To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Last Revised: September 11, 2012