FLORIDA FEB 2024 PAYMENT: FOR TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES (TANF)

Stay on top of your EBT card balance with these 3 easy options

For the 50,000 Florida recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), knowing when their next payment is coming is vital. Stay informed and plan ahead with these easy balance check options: online, mobile app, or phone call.

Payments for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) in Florida vary based on income and household size. Single individuals with a monthly shelter obligation above $50 receive $180, while families with three eligible members and a shelter obligation over $50 receive $303 monthly.

Under the Relative Caregiver Program, caregivers receive different payment amounts based on the child’s age: $242 per month for children aged 0-5, $249 per month for children aged 6-12, and $298 per month for children aged 13-17.

Recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) in Florida will receive their payment on February 25-28, based on the last two digits of their case number.

Throughout the month, from the 1st to the 28th, payments will be distributed according to the last two digits of each case number, determining the specific payment date for individual recipients.

Payments for the last week of the month (25th-28th) will be delivered according to the following schedule:

• Case numbers ending in 00-14: 25th
• Case numbers ending in 15-29: 26th
• Case numbers ending in 30-59: 27th
• Case numbers ending in 60-99: 28th

Please note that your payment date may vary based on the last two digits of your case number.

Florida has embraced the use of EBT cards for grocery purchases, transitioning from traditional food stamps. These cards are sent in plain white envelopes and are automatically reloaded on a monthly basis without expiration. In the event of loss, theft, or damage, card replacements can be requested and are typically received within 5-7 business days.

EBT Card instructions are provided, indicating usage at locations displaying the QUEST logo or those explicitly accepting EBT. SNAP Benefits purchases are exempt from sales tax. Additionally, cash withdrawals can be made at ATMs displaying the Quest Logo.

You can check your Florida SNAP benefits by logging into your account on the MyACCESS portal.

To check your Florida EBT Card balance, you have three convenient options:

1. Phone: Call the toll-free number on the back of your card.
2. In-person: Visit a local DCF office.
3. Online: Log in to your account on the MyACCESS portal.

Remember to have your:

• Florida EBT Card
• 16-digit card number
• 4-digit PIN (set up during card activation)

ready to access your account information.

To check your Florida EBT Card balance in person, visit any Quest ATM or locate the balance on your recent purchase receipt. Alternatively, call the toll-free Florida EBT Customer Service number at 1-888-356-3281 (available 24/7) and enter your 16-digit EBT Card number when prompted.

For online access, navigate to the Florida EBT Card website (EBT Edge) at http://www.ebtedge.com/ and log in to your account to view your current balance.