Wegmans accepting EBT SNAP payments for online orders
Wegmans is the latest retailer to share that it has begun to accept Electronic Benefits Transfer and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or EBT SNAP, payments for online grocery orders.
Those who use EBT SNAP as their payments for orders placed on the retailer's website or app will receive free delivery for three orders, the company said.
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“Each week, thousands of Wegmans orders are placed on the Wegmans app and website, and we continue to hear from customers that it would be helpful to be able to use their SNAP benefits when placing an order,” said Erica Tickle, Wegmans vice president of e-commerce. “Adding this functionality is an important step to further increase access to healthy food throughout the communities we serve.”
Shoppers can find SNAP-eligible items by applying a filter that will only display items that qualify for the benefits. Customers also can add their card to their account profile or during checkout, as well as designate the amount charged to heir benefits.
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“Through this initiative, we’re supporting our company mission of helping people live healthier, better lives through food,” said Trish Kazacos, Wegmans corporate nutrition manager. “Over the last year, we’ve focused on developing tools and resources to help all our customers plan and shop for foods that support health. Accepting EBT SNAP for online orders helps to increase access to affordable, nutritious foods.”