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MoreInMyBasket, a SNAP Outreach program, was created by Dr. Carolyn Bird. MIMB focuses on assisting likely-eligible people to access SNAP for a healthy diet.

North Carolina
Joined April 2020
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Don't forget that if you receive SNAP benefits in North Carolina you are able to purchase seeds and edible plants with your EBT card. That allows you to grow your own food and stretch your budget for a few weeks. For more SNAP-related tips, please visit our website. 🔗 in our bio
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Our website has many recipes for side dishes, entrées, desserts and more. Visit the 🔗 in our bio for all of the details. #SNAP #NC
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Find tips on how to beat the heat this summer on our website! 🔆 We also have lots of information about the SNAP program in North Carolina. Check out the 🔗 in our bio for more. #SNAP #NC
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Our team offers SNAP assistance for all North Carolina residents in three different languages. For English and Portuguese, please call 1-855-240-1451. For Spanish, call 1-888-382-7105. Both lines are toll free. You can also send us a contact form on our website. 🔗 in our bio.
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Do you have questions about SNAP/FNS in North Carolina? Our team can help. Call us toll free at 1-855-240-1451. #SNAP #NC
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Not sure what to use your EBT card for? On our website you can find a list of eligible items. Visit the 🔗 in our bio for all SNAP-related questions. #SNAP #NC
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Visit our website by clicking the 🔗 in our bio to find blog posts about recipes, tips for storing food, information about SNAP/FNS in North Carolina and more. #SNAP #NC
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The “Electronic Benefits Transfer” (EBT) card works similarly to a debit card and is now used instead of paper food stamps. You can use your EBT card at farmers markets, grocery or dollar stores and even at some gas stations. For questions about EBT, call us at 1-855-240-1451.
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If you are currently employed, you may still be eligible for SNAP. To find the income limit requirements, visit the 🔗 in our bio. #SNAP #NC
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Our office will be closed for Labor Day on Sept 7. If you have any questions about SNAP, feel free to either leave us a voicemail when calling our toll free line (1-855-240-1451) or send us a contact form on our website. We will return to our normal operations on Sept 8.
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College students may also be eligible for SNAP/FNS in North Carolina depending on specific requirements on top of the income eligibility guidelines. Find those requirements on our website by visiting the 🔗 in our bio or call us at 1-855-240-1451 for more information. #SNAP
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For individuals with a disability and/or are older than 60, you can disclose your out-of-pocket medical expenses to possibly receive deductions when applying for SNAP. For questions about SNAP in North Carolina, call us at 1-855-240-1451. #SNAP #NC
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The MIMB team is available to receive your call from Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm. If you call us outside of our hours of operation, leave us a voicemail with your name, phone number and a day and time for us to call you back. You can contact us toll free at 1-855-240-1451. #SNAP
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If you call our office and request our help in applying for SNAP, you'll also receive a brochure, a flyer and a booklet with more information about SNAP and other resources available to NC residents. Contact our team at 1-855-240-1451 if you have any questions. 📦 #SNAP #NC
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If you have any questions about the SNAP program in North Carolina, you can visit our Frequently Asked Questions page on our website (🔗 in our bio) or call us so we can assist you toll free at 1-855-240-1451. #SNAP #NC
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Need help planning your next meal? Our website has different blog posts that can help you prepare for the week with your SNAP benefits. 🔗 in our bio! 🍽️ #SNAP #NC
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Did you know? You don't have to use your SNAP benefits right away. Benefits not used by the end of the month can be used the next month, meaning they can add up over time. For more SNAP-related questions, visit our website. 🔗 in our bio. #SNAP #NC
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If you are not a U.S. citizen, you may still be able to apply for SNAP. Some visas and statuses allow individuals to apply with their families. If you would like to discuss more details with our team, call us toll free at 1-855-240-1451. #SNAP #NC
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There are 3 ways to apply for the SNAP program in NC: 1. Applying online at epass.nc.org 💻 2. Printing and filling out a paper application then mailing it to your local DSS 📄 3. Making an appointment with our team! Call us toll free today at 1-855-240-1451. ☎️
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Did you know? It takes between 30 to 45 days to hear back from the Department of Social Services after applying for SNAP/FNS benefits. If you have any questions about SNAP in North Carolina, call our team at 1-855-240-1451. #SNAP #NC
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