Uber Eats has added more grocery and convenience stores – Wegmans, Gopuff and Family Dollar – for consumers shopping with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits across the country.
Eligible customers can use their SNAP Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) to order groceries from participating locations through the Uber Eats app, with payments powered by Forage. In the months ahead, Uber teams will work to add more retailers that will accept SNAP EBT payments.
“We believe that everyone deserves the convenience of delivery, and with this growing list of merchant partners we can continue to provide access to the fresh food that families and individuals need, especially those without access to reliable transportation for whom food delivery can be a lifeline,” said Hashim Amin, head of grocery and retail delivery at Uber, North America.
Uber Eats said this payment option is a vital step in addressing food insecurity and fostering inclusive communities. To highlight the growing selection of retailers and offer greater value, EBT cardholders will receive $0 delivery fee on their first three SNAP-eligible orders.
In addition, eligible EBT cardholders can receive a limited-time free trial of Uber One, which includes a $0 delivery fee on all eligible food, groceries and other benefits, when they link their EBT card in the Uber Eats app.
“This expansion gives SNAP recipients access to tens of thousands of new stores – from national chains to local grocers – all through the Uber Eats app,” said Ofek Lavian, co-founder and CEO of Forage. “We’re proud to power the technology behind it, helping more families use their benefits with confidence and convenience.”
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