Food stamps, also known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), are a form of government assistance that provides low-income individuals and families with access to food. In Santa Barbara, California, food stamps are administered by the Santa Barbara County Human Services Department.
SNAP benefits can be used to purchase a variety of food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, fish, dairy products, and bread. SNAP benefits cannot be used to purchase alcohol, tobacco, or hot foods that are ready to eat.