SNAP Users Who Missed October Deposits May Get $100

Some SNAP households that missed their October deposit may qualify for $100 in direct support through a new Thanksgiving assistance fund. Propel and GiveDirectly launched the Thanksgiving SNAP Bridge Fund to help families facing a gap in benefits during the holiday season.

The $1 million fund can help up to 10,000 SNAP households. Eligible users must check the Propel app on November 3 to see whether they qualify.

Who Qualifies?

To be eligible, a SNAP recipient must have received their September deposit but missed their October deposit.

Existing Propel users do not need to apply. People who were not already using Propel had to sign up and begin using the app by October 31.

Because funding is limited, not every eligible user will receive money.

Why the Fund Was Created

The fund comes as some households face delays or gaps in SNAP benefits while states implement new work, documentation, and recertification requirements connected to H.R. 1.

Propel says it is building tools and guidance to help SNAP households understand what applies to them and respond when an expected deposit does not arrive. The Propel app helps users check EBT balances, view deposit predictions, and monitor transactions. 

“Our goal is simple: to help every eligible family who wants SNAP to get and keep their benefits,” said Jimmy Chen, founder and CEO of Propel.

What the Survey Found

Propel surveyed more than 3,300 SNAP recipients nationwide about their experiences over the previous 30 days.

The results show the financial pressure many SNAP households face when benefits are delayed or interrupted.

How the $100 Helps

GiveDirectly provides direct cash assistance to people living in poverty. The organization says cash gives families flexibility to buy groceries, pay bills, or cover other urgent needs.

“No family should have to choose between putting a Thanksgiving meal on the table or covering other basics,” said Dustin Palmer, executive director of U.S. programs at GiveDirectly.

Other Help Available

SNAP recipients who do not qualify for the Propel fund may still find help through other programs.

• Check your state SNAP agency for benefit status and recertification deadlines.

• Call 211 for local food, housing, utility, and emergency assistance.

• Search for benefits through Benefits.gov.

• Find a nearby food bank through Feeding America.

• Review SNAP rules through the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service.