Walgreens is working with Instacart to offer online SNAP/EBT payment acceptance for same-day grocery delivery from more than 7,500 locations nationwide, including more than 100 Duane Reade locations in New York.
The move broadens access to SNAP benefits for online grocery shopping, impacting millions of Americans who rely on the program.
“Our collaboration with Instacart underscores Walgreens commitment to expanding access to essential food items for our customers,” said Balachandra Visalatha, SVP and chief product officer at Walgreens.
“By integrating SNAP/EBT payments, we are making it easier for families and individuals to shop for the items they need and offer an efficient, highly relevant customer experience that meets their changing needs and preferences.”
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Most Walgreens stores currently accept SNAP/EBT for in-person purchases. The collaboration with Instacart allows customers nationwide to use SNAP/EBT at any Walgreens, eliminating the need for transportation to the store.
“Through Instacart, 96 percent of U.S. households enrolled in SNAP can use their benefits to shop for the essentials they need online. We’re dedicated to offering the best online selection for SNAP families, providing both access and choice through our marketplace,” said Sarah Mastrorocco, VP and general manager of health at Instacart.
“As we expand with trusted retailers like Walgreens, we’re proud to help more families in more communities get their essentials delivered.”
To order Walgreens SNAP-eligible items for delivery, customers can visit instacart.com/walgreens or select the Walgreens storefront in the Instacart mobile app. Customers can add their SNAP EBT cards as a form of payment on their Instacart profile and shop for SNAP-eligible items from the Walgreens or Duane Reade storefront. At checkout, SNAP users can select how much of their benefits they would like to allocate to eligible items in their orders.
