Food assistance in Florida follows a staggered distribution model throughout June, aiming to maintain order and accessibility for over three million recipients. Payments will be made between June 8 and June 14, depending on case numbers, according to official guidance.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) remains a key federal initiative supporting low-income individuals and families across the United States. In Florida, the scheme is administered by the Department of Children and Families (DCF), with deposits made to Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards based on a structured schedule.
The state adopts a more extended distribution window compared to other regions, which often concentrate deposits at the beginning of the month. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), this staggered method promotes smoother service delivery and reduces logistical strain on retailers and systems.
EBT payments in Florida to follow staggered schedule from 8 to 14 June
Florida’s SNAP payment window for the month of June is officially set to run from the 8th to the 14th. During this period, recipients will receive funds automatically on their EBT cards at 6:00 a.m. on the day designated by the last two digits of their case number.
This system, in place for several years, aims to distribute payment volume more evenly across the month. According to state authorities, this helps reduce pressure on food stores and ensures equitable access to supplies during high-demand periods.
The full payment schedule is as follows:
- Day 1: 00–03
- Day 2: 04–06
- Day 3: 07–10
- Day 4: 11–13
- Day 5: 14–17
- Day 6: 18–20
- Day 7: 21–24
- Day 8: 25–27
- Day 9: 28–31
- Day 10: 32–34
- Day 11: 35–38
- Day 12: 39–41
- Day 13: 42–45
- Day 14: 46–48
- Day 15: 49–53
- Day 16: 54–57
- Day 17: 58–60
- Day 18: 61–64
- Day 19: 65–67
- Day 20: 68–71
- Day 21: 72–74
- Day 22: 75–78
- Day 23: 79–81
- Day 24: 82–85
- Day 25: 86–88
- Day 26: 89–92
- Day 27: 93–95
- Day 28: 96–99
SNAP and SUNCAP recipients to follow different disbursement timelines
While the main SNAP schedule applies to most participants, some categories of beneficiaries receive payments earlier in the month.
Notably, individuals enrolled in the SUNCAP program—a streamlined option for people who also receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI)—have already received their June benefits between 1 and 3 June, based on specific case numbers.
Both SNAP and SUNCAP benefits are intended exclusively for food purchases and are accepted at all authorized retailers, including major supermarket chains and participating farmers markets. The USDA maintains oversight of the system to ensure compliance and regular access to nutritious food for eligible residents.