Tennessee food stamps (SNAP): how to apply, plus other family help
You're in the right place for Tennessee. Everything below goes straight to official Tennessee sites. Start with step 1 and take it from there.
Official Tennessee links and phone numbers for SNAP food benefits, then health coverage, WIC, child care and energy help. Last checked 2026-10-25.
SNAP in Tennessee at a glance
- Program name in Tennessee: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Benefit card: Tennessee EBT Card
- SNAP phone: 866-311-4287
- EBT card help line: 888-997-9444
Apply or manage SNAP
- Apply online
- State SNAP page
- Find a local office
- Job and training help (SNAP E&T)
- EBT card balance and help
Who qualifies and how much you get depend on household size and income. The state decides. See the USDA SNAP eligibility rules.
Other help for Tennessee families
These official national sites send you to the right Tennessee office.
Health coverage (Medicaid/CHIP)
HealthCare.gov: getting Medicaid and CHIP
Pick your state to see if you qualify and apply.
Source: USDA SNAP state directory entry for Tennessee, last checked 2026-10-25.
If today is too much, that's okay. Call 211 and let someone help you sort it out. You've got this.