Electronic Benefits Transfer

The Electronic Benefits Transfer (PDF) system replaced the issuance of checks and food coupons to eligible Temporary Assistance for Needy Families/Emergency Assistance/New Jersey Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (TANF/GA/NJ SNAP) clients and made their cash and food benefits available to them through an electronic benefit account. To access their cash and food benefits, TANF/GA/NJ SNAP clients utilize their Families First cards.

Using the Card

Your card can be used at the grocery store and online at Amazon, Walmart, ShopRite, and The Fresh Grocer. Recipients seeking to order from Walmart or Shoprite should check with their local stores about online SNAP availability.

Your card would be used like a debit card, to spend your NJ SNAP benefits. You will need to enter a secret Personal Identification Number (PIN), which should never be shared with anyone.

Lock - Unlock Card

Follow these quick and easy steps to secure your EBT card and protect your benefits from theft. For more information, you can visit NJFamiliesFirst.com and click on “Program Materials”, or log into the ConnectEBT app and tap on Help > Program Documents > Program Material. 

Make sure your benefits are protected against theft! Visit NJFamiliesFirst.com and click on “Program Materials,” or log into the ConnectEBT app and tap on Help > Program Documents > Program Material to learn what steps you should take to Lock/Unlock your EBT card.