Wisconsin FoodShare (SNAP): Eligibility & How to Apply
Last updated: June 2026
In Wisconsin, SNAP (food stamps) is called FoodShare and is administered by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS). FoodShare helps people with limited income buy nutritious food using a QUEST card.
What is FoodShare?
FoodShare is Wisconsin's version of the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). It provides monthly benefits, loaded onto an EBT QUEST card, to help eligible households afford groceries.
Who is eligible?
Eligibility is based on household income, size, and resources. Most households must have income at or below limits tied to the Federal Poverty Level, and some households (such as those with older adults or people with disabilities) may have different rules. Income limits and benefit amounts vary, so check the official source below for current figures.
What can you buy?
- Fruits and vegetables
- Meat, poultry, and fish
- Dairy products
- Breads and cereals
- Seeds and plants that produce food
Benefits cannot be used for alcohol, tobacco, vitamins, hot prepared foods, or non-food items.
How to apply
- Online: ACCESS Wisconsin
- By phone: 1-800-362-3002
- In person: at a local Wisconsin office
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For the most accurate and current information, visit the official Wisconsin FoodShare site at dhs.wisconsin.gov/foodshare or the federal USDA SNAP.