Having an EBT card opens the door to a surprising range of discounts, free programs, and reduced-rate services beyond your monthly grocery benefits. Major companies including Amazon, Walmart, museums, zoos, internet providers, and phone carriers all offer ongoing food stamp discounts specifically for SNAP recipients — most people never take advantage of them.
This is the complete guide to every major EBT card discount and SNAP discount available in [year], organized by category, with details on exactly how to access each one.
Why These Discounts Exist
Most EBT discounts are voluntary corporate programs — not government mandates. Companies offer them to expand access to low-income households, build brand loyalty, and demonstrate social responsibility. A few programs (like Double Up Food Bucks and Lifeline) are government-supported, but the majority are private initiatives.
The result is a patchwork of discounts for EBT cardholders that SNAP recipients can access simply by showing their EBT card or verifying their enrollment. The discounts do not reduce your SNAP benefits and do not affect your eligibility for any government program.
Streaming and Membership Discounts
Amazon Prime — $6.99/Month (50%+ Off)
Standard price: $14.99/month EBT/SNAP price: $6.99/month Annual savings: ~$96/year
Amazon Prime with the EBT discount includes every benefit of standard Prime membership — nothing is removed:
- Free two-day and same-day shipping on millions of items
- Prime Video (thousands of movies, TV shows, Amazon Originals)
- Prime Music (ad-free streaming)
- Amazon Photos (unlimited photo storage)
- Free and discounted delivery from Whole Foods Market
- Amazon Fresh grocery delivery benefits
- Prime Reading (rotating Kindle books)
- Twitch Prime gaming benefits
Who qualifies: SNAP/EBT, Medicaid, CHIP, SSI, Veterans Pension, federal public housing assistance, National School Lunch Program.
How to sign up:
- Go to amazon.com/snap
- Sign in or create a free Amazon account
- Click “Verify your EBT card”
- Enter your 16-digit EBT card number (no PIN needed)
- Once verified, start membership at $6.99/month
- Pay the membership fee with a credit or debit card — cannot use EBT
Reverification: Amazon requires you to reverify your EBT card every 12 months to keep the discounted rate. They email you a reminder before the deadline.
Best combination: Use the discounted Prime membership alongside your EBT card at Whole Foods — Prime-exclusive discounts reduce item prices before your EBT is charged, stretching your SNAP benefits further.
For the full detailed setup guide with troubleshooting, see our Amazon Prime EBT discount article.
Walmart+ — $6.98/Month (46% Off)
Standard price: $12.95/month EBT/SNAP price: $6.98/month Annual savings: ~$72/year
Walmart+ with the EBT discount gives you:
- Free delivery from Walmart stores on orders $35+ (same-day in most areas)
- Free shipping on Walmart.com orders with no minimum
- Fuel discounts of up to $0.10/gallon at Walmart, Murphy USA, and Murphy Express gas stations
- Paramount+ Essential streaming (included with Walmart+)
- Scan & Go in-store (skip checkout lines)
- Early access to deals and rollback pricing
- Free Delivery from the store (groceries, same day)
Who qualifies: Current SNAP/EBT cardholders.
How to sign up: Visit walmart.com/plus and select the EBT/SNAP discount option. Enter your EBT card to verify. Like Amazon Prime, the monthly fee cannot be paid with EBT — you need a separate payment method.
Best for: Households that already shop at Walmart for groceries (nearly every SNAP recipient) and could benefit from free delivery or fuel discounts.
For the full setup guide, see our Walmart+ EBT discount article.
Paramount+ — Included With Walmart+
If you sign up for Walmart+ at the discounted EBT rate, Paramount+ Essential streaming is included at no extra cost. Paramount+ includes CBS live streaming, NFL games, UEFA Champions League, and thousands of on-demand movies and TV shows — a standalone subscription normally costs $5.99/month.
Grocery and Food Savings
Double Up Food Bucks — Dollar-for-Dollar SNAP Matching
Value: Up to 2x your SNAP produce spending Available in: Michigan, Massachusetts, Oregon, Washington, California, Colorado, New York, and many other states
Double Up Food Bucks is one of the highest-value EBT discounts available. When you spend SNAP benefits on fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets or grocery stores, the program matches your spending dollar-for-dollar — up to the program’s daily limit (typically $20-$25 per visit).
How it works:
- Spend $10 in SNAP on eligible produce at a participating location
- Receive $10 in Double Up tokens or credits automatically
- Use the tokens to buy additional fruits and vegetables at the same market or store
- Net result: $20 worth of produce for $10 in SNAP benefits
Where to find participating locations: Visit doubleupfoodbucks.org or ask at your local farmers market. Many states also have their own matching programs — Michigan’s Double Up, Massachusetts’ HIP (Healthy Incentives Program), and Oregon’s Double Up all operate with slight variations.
HIP in Massachusetts: The Healthy Incentives Program automatically adds a cash incentive to your EBT card when you buy produce at participating stores — no tokens or extra steps needed.
SNAP Market Match Programs
Similar to Double Up Food Bucks, many local and regional farmers markets run their own SNAP matching programs under different names. Common names include:
- Market Match (California, operated by Ecology Center)
- Fresh Bucks (Seattle area)
- Bonus Bucks (various)
- Farm Fresh Rhode Island matching
- Good Food Bucks (New York)
Check with your local farmers market or state SNAP office to find matching programs in your area.
Museum and Cultural Attraction Discounts
Museums for All — Free or $3 Admission
Cost: Free or up to $3 per person (up to 4 people per household) Available at: 700+ museums nationwide
Museums for All is a national initiative that makes museums accessible to SNAP recipients. Over 700 participating institutions offer free admission or admission at $3 or less per person when you show your EBT card.
Participating museum types:
- Science and natural history museums
- Art museums
- Children’s museums
- History museums and historical sites
- Nature centers and botanical gardens
- Planetariums
- Aquariums
Notable participating institutions vary by region — search the full searchable list at museums4all.org by zip code to find participating museums near you.
How to access: Walk up to the admissions desk, show your EBT card and a photo ID, and ask for the Museums for All rate. No advance registration required.
Zoo Discounts — ZAA and Independent Programs
Many zoos across the country participate in EBT discount programs — either through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) SAFE SNAP program, the Museums for All network, or their own independent initiatives.
Typical discount structure:
- Free admission for EBT cardholders (some locations)
- $3 or less admission per person (up to 4 people)
- Reduced-price membership options for SNAP households
How to find participating zoos: Check museums4all.org, contact your local zoo’s membership or admissions office directly, or see our detailed zoo discounts with EBT article for a state-by-state breakdown.
National Parks and Federal Lands
SNAP recipients and households receiving other means-tested federal assistance may qualify for a free or reduced-cost America the Beautiful — National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass. This annual pass provides free entry to over 2,000 federal recreation sites including national parks, national forests, and national wildlife refuges.
How to access: Visit any participating National Park Service entrance with your EBT card and state-issued photo ID. Ask specifically about the federal lands pass for SNAP/government assistance recipients.
Internet and Phone Discounts
Comcast Internet Essentials — $9.95/Month Broadband
Standard broadband price: $40–$80/month Internet Essentials price: $9.95/month
Comcast offers its Internet Essentials program to households receiving SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, public housing assistance, or other qualifying programs. The service provides:
- Download speeds up to 50 Mbps (enough for streaming and video calls)
- No credit check, no installation fee
- Optional low-cost computer purchase (refurbished laptops available for ~$150)
How to apply: Visit internetessentials.com or call 1-855-846-8376. Verify SNAP eligibility with your EBT card number.
Availability: Comcast service areas only. Check whether Comcast serves your address before applying.
Cox Connect2Compete
Cox Communications offers a similar low-cost internet program for SNAP households in Cox service areas:
- Price: $9.95/month (or free for first year in some areas)
- Speed: Up to 25 Mbps
- Eligibility: SNAP, National School Lunch Program, or other qualifying programs
How to apply: Visit cox.com/connect2compete or call Cox directly.
Lifeline Phone Program — Free or Discounted Cell Service
The federal Lifeline program provides a monthly discount on phone or internet service for qualifying households. SNAP enrollment automatically qualifies you.
Benefit: $9.25/month discount on eligible phone or internet plans (higher in some Tribal areas)
Major Lifeline providers include:
- Assurance Wireless (T-Mobile)
- SafeLink Wireless (TracFone/Verizon)
- Access Wireless
- enTouch Wireless
- Many regional carriers
How to apply: Visit lifelinesupport.org or apply directly through a participating carrier. Your EBT card serves as proof of SNAP enrollment.
T-Mobile Connect — Discounted Plans for SNAP Recipients
T-Mobile offers discounted prepaid plans through Assurance Wireless for Lifeline-qualified customers, which includes SNAP recipients. Plans vary but can include free unlimited talk and text with a small data allotment.
Health and Wellness Discounts
YMCA — Sliding Scale Membership
Many local YMCA facilities offer financial assistance programs that provide membership at a reduced rate based on household income. SNAP recipients typically qualify for significant discounts — often 50–75% off standard membership rates.
Standard membership: $40–$70/month depending on location SNAP/financial assistance rate: Varies — can be as low as $10–$20/month
How to access: Visit your local YMCA, ask to speak with a membership coordinator, and request information about their financial assistance or “Open Doors” program. Bring your EBT card and proof of income (your SNAP approval letter works).
Gym and Fitness Discounts
Some fitness chains and local gyms offer reduced rates for SNAP recipients or participate in programs that subsidize gym memberships for low-income households. Check with your local gym directly.
Entertainment and Recreation
AMC Theaters — Discount Tuesdays
While not an EBT-specific program, AMC Theaters offers $5 discount tickets every Tuesday to all customers at most locations. For SNAP households, this represents a significant savings on entertainment.
Some AMC locations and local theater chains also partner with community organizations to offer EBT-specific admission discounts — check with your local theater.
Regal Cinemas — Discount Days
Regal Cinemas offers discounted ticket pricing for matinee showings and on certain discount days. Like AMC, some Regal locations partner with community programs for additional EBT discounts.
State Park Discounts
Many state park systems offer free or reduced-price annual passes for SNAP recipients. Programs vary significantly by state:
- California: Low-income state park pass available for qualifying households
- Washington: Discover Pass discount for income-qualifying households
- Colorado: State parks reduced entry for SNAP recipients
- Other states: Check your state parks department website for current low-income access programs
Free Programs for EBT Cardholders
Beyond discounts, several programs provide free products or services to SNAP recipients:
Free internet access (beyond Comcast): Several libraries, community centers, and social service organizations provide free WiFi access or computer use for SNAP households.
Free tablet or device: Through the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and Lifeline, some participating providers offer a free or heavily discounted tablet or smartphone to qualifying households. See our free tablet with EBT article for current availability and how to apply.
Free grocery delivery periods: Amazon Fresh and Walmart occasionally run promotions offering free delivery for new EBT customers or during specific promotional windows.
WIC + SNAP together: WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) and SNAP can be received simultaneously. WIC provides free specific food items for pregnant women and children under 5 — including milk, eggs, cheese, produce, whole grains, and infant formula.
For the complete list of everything available free to EBT cardholders, see our free with EBT article.
How to Verify Your EBT Card for Discounts
Most programs require you to show your physical EBT card as proof of SNAP enrollment. For online programs, you enter your card number for verification. Here is what to expect:
In-person verification (museums, zoos, parks):
- Show your EBT card at the admissions desk
- Bring a photo ID — your name should match the EBT card
- No need to show your benefit amount
Online verification (Amazon Prime, Walmart+):
- Enter your 16-digit EBT card number
- No PIN required for verification
- Verification typically takes seconds
- Re-verification required annually for some programs
Phone or application verification (Lifeline, Internet Essentials):
- Provide your EBT card number or SNAP case number
- May require additional documentation depending on the program
Maximizing Your EBT Discounts
The most valuable combination for a typical SNAP household:
- Amazon Prime at $6.99/month — Use for online grocery orders with EBT, Whole Foods Prime discounts, and Prime Video streaming
- Double Up Food Bucks — Shop at participating farmers markets to double your SNAP produce budget
- Museums for All — Free family outings without spending SNAP benefits
- Internet Essentials at $9.95/month — Low-cost internet for online applications, job searching, and school
- Lifeline phone plan — Reduce or eliminate monthly phone costs
Combined, these programs can save $100–$200 or more per month for a typical family — money that stays in your pocket rather than going to standard-rate services.
FAQs
What EBT card discounts and SNAP discounts are available?
EBT cardholders can access discounts on Amazon Prime ($6.99/month), Walmart+ ($6.98/month), museum and zoo admission through Museums for All, Double Up Food Bucks at farmers markets, internet through Comcast Internet Essentials ($9.95/month), phone service through Lifeline, YMCA reduced memberships, and state park access in many states.
How do I access EBT discounts?
Show your physical EBT card for in-person discounts (museums, zoos, parks). For online membership discounts like Amazon Prime and Walmart+, verify your EBT card number on the company’s website. For Lifeline and internet programs, apply through the provider’s website using your SNAP enrollment information.
Do EBT discounts affect my SNAP benefits?
No. All EBT discounts are completely separate from your monthly SNAP benefits. Signing up for Amazon Prime, Walmart+, or any other discount program has no effect on your SNAP eligibility or benefit amount.
Are EBT discounts available in all states?
Major nationwide discounts — Amazon Prime, Walmart+, and Museums for All — are available in all 50 states. Farmers market matching programs, state park passes, and local discounts vary by state and region.
Can I use EBT discounts if my benefits are low?
Yes. EBT discounts are based on having an active EBT card, not on the amount of benefits you receive. A household receiving $20/month in SNAP benefits qualifies for the same discounts as a household receiving $500/month.
Summary
EBT card discounts go far beyond grocery shopping. Amazon Prime at $6.99/month, Walmart+ at $6.98/month, free museum admission, SNAP produce matching at farmers markets, $9.95/month internet, and free or discounted phone service are all available to SNAP recipients right now.
The key is knowing they exist and taking five minutes to sign up. Most SNAP households leave hundreds of dollars per year in unclaimed discounts on the table simply because they are not aware of these programs.
Check your current monthly benefit with our SNAP benefit calculator. For free programs specifically, see our full list of free EBT programs.
Source: Individual company program pages, Museums for All (museums4all.org), USDA Double Up Food Bucks program, and USDA Food and Nutrition Administration — SNAP. Information reviewed for accuracy [year].