Got an Access Florida card? With an Access Florida card, you can get discounts on Amazon Prime, property taxes, student loan payments and so much more. You can also get discounted museum admission at venues across the state! We’ve spent hundreds of hours researching exactly what discounts and freebies you can get with an Access Florida card. If you have Access Florida, then you can’t afford to miss this!
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Amazon
offers discounted Amazon Prime memberships for customers who receive Access Florida benefits! In addition to free two-day shipping, Amazon Prime members get access to FREE streaming access to thousands of movies and TV shows! You’ll need to verify that you receive food stamps or Medicaid to get this incredible price.
Internet for just $5 per month?! It’s true! We’ve found a series of low income Internet discounts from providers like Comcast, CenturyLink, AT&T and more! Click here to learn how to get discounted Internet services!
Power companies often offer special programs for low income customers. If you’ve got Access Florida benefits, you may also qualify for special benefits from your power company!
UPDATED! State IDs are free for individuals who receive Access benefits! Just show your valid food stamps approval or re-certification letter to save the $25 that you would normally pay for a State ID. This offer is valid for all homeless and low income individuals. Please be aware that this benefit does not cover driver’s licenses and may not include the $6.25 fee collected by Tax Collector’s Offices.
Veterinary care can be so expensive! If you own a beloved furbaby, you’ll want to know about these agencies that can assist you with your veterinary bills! These programs provide grants and low-cost loans to low income pet owners. Get the details here!
YMCA organizations typically offer discounts for low income individuals and families. If you qualify for food stamps in your state, you may qualify for a discounted YMCA membership! Contact your local YMCA for details.
You can even save money on property taxes and student loans!
Property tax exemptions may be available for low income seniors and disabled veterans! If you own your own home, please check with your county for more information about these exemptions and how to apply.
Student loans feature special repayment programs for low income borrowers. Get the details on these low income student loan repayment plans here!
Did you know you could buy this with your Access Florida card?
Fast food restaurants accept Access Florida benefits for homeless persons in Alachua county. Get a list of participating restaurants here.
Plant a garden! You can buy seeds and produce-bearing plants with your Access Florida card! You can also buy certain gift baskets and birthday cakes.
Shop at these retailers with your Access Florida card! Did you know that Costco, farmer’s markets and even you-pick strawberry fields can accept EBT benefits? Some retailers even give you discounts or free stuff if you shop there with your food stamps card!
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You could qualify for more food stamps funds! Most people don’t know how their food stamps funds are calculated. Since we’ve found the exact algorithm they use, we’ve also found a few ways you may be able to increase your monthly award! If you need more food stamps money, then you need to read this post!
You can even get cash back from your food stamps card! It’s true and it’s legal – no cash benefits required. One of our readers earned an additional $437.84 just by shopping with her food stamps card. She uses that extra money to buy diapers, wipes and other essentials. Here’s how.
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For your convenience, we’ve organized our free and discounted museum admission list alphabetically by city. We’ve also used green titles to depict the museums that accept EBT cards from all 50 states!
It is important to realize that you cannot pay for admission with your Access Florida card. You will show the Access Florida card to receive the discount but you will need to pay the remaining admission price, if any, in cash or with a credit/debit card.
Statewide
State Parks provide half-price admission for low income residents who have an Access Florida card. You will surely enjoy it when you watch the mermaid show at Weeki Wachee Springs, watch manatees and other underwater wildlife in the underwater observatory at Homosassa Springs, and watch the manatee migration at Manatee Springs.
Alachua County
Gainesville
Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention – $3 per person
The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention features a Creativity Lab, Fab (Fabrication) Lab and more to inspire inventors and creators. To that end, they offer access to 3D printers, scanners, laser cutters, soldering stations and more! If you have any interest in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) concepts, you’ll love Cade!
Florida Museum of Natural History – $3 per adult
Show your EBT card for four discounted tickets to featured exhibits, including the Butterfly Rainforest and Frogs! exhibits. With the discount, adults are just $3 and children are free!
Broward County
Fort Lauderdale
Museum of Discovery & Science – $2 per person
Have a great adventure at the Museum of Discovery and Science! With fun permanent exhibits and exciting rotating exhibits, there’s always something fun to do here. Up to four people can visit for just $2 per person with EBT card.
Collier County
Naples
Naples Botanical Garden – Unknown
This 170-acre garden is a stunning paradise with plants from around the world. They are the youngest garden in history to win the American Publig Gardens Association’s Award for Garden Excellence.
Duvall County
Jacksonville
Museum of Science & History (MOSH) – $2.50 per person
One of Jacksonville’s premier tourist attractions, MOSH always has something for everyone! Core exhibits include Atlantic Tails, Space Science Gallery and a native plant courtyard. They also feature rotating exhibits. Children 2 and under are always free.
Escambia County
Pensacola
Pensacola Children’s Museum – FREE
Children ages 10 and under will love exploring the Pensacola Children’s Museum! The first floor showcases a recreation of Pensacola’s colonial history. On the second floor, children can explore the maritime, military, industrial, multicultural, Native American and Civil War history of this great area. Special activities and storytelling occur on occasion.
Pensacola Children’s Museum is a Museums for All member. Up to 4 people can receive the EBT discount rate.
Pensacola Lighthouse & Museums – FREE
You’ll enjoy one of the most stunning views on the Gulf Coast after you trek up the 177 steps of the historic lighthouse! While you’re visiting, stop by the Richard C Callaway museum.Please note that Coast Guard regulations require children to be at least 44 inches tall OR 7 years old in order to climb the lighthouse tower. Flip flops are not allowed, either, so guests wearing them will be asked to climb barefoot.
The lighthouse and museum are located on an active military base (Naval Air Station Pensacola). Click here to read the Security Gate Procedures.
Pensacola Museum of Art – FREE
The Pensacola Museum of Art resides in a former jail building. Built in a Spanish Revival style, the 12,000 square foot space has been adapted for cultural presentations, exhibitions and more. See what’s on display at the museum by clicking here!
T. T. Wentworth Jr. Museum – FREE
Take a self-guided tour through the three story building that once housed Pensacola City Hall. This museum showcases permanent and changing exhibits. You can find more about the changing exhibits by clicking here. Up to 4 people can receive the admission at one time.
Hillsborough County
Tampa
Museum of Science and Industry – $3 per person
With exciting exhibits like Touch the Future and Dinosaurs in Motion, MOSI is a great place to visit with the entire family! Show your Florida Access card before you pay admission to score this excellent discount for up to five people!
Fun fact: MOSI was also the first Florida museum to participate in Museums for All!
Tampa Bay History Center – FREE
The Tampa Bay History Center will welcome up to four people FREE per EBT card!
If you’re visiting with children, be sure to stop by the front desk fro a History Adventure Pack! These bundles include scavenger hunts, games, puzzles and other activities. They are free with admission and recommended for children ages 6+.
Leon County
Tallahassee
Tallahassee Museum – $3 or less per person
The Tallahassee Museum is ranked as one of Florida’s top museums. They offer daily animal encounters, historic building tours and even Living History weekends at a recreated 1880s farm. I am currently waiting for more information about their admission price but I know it’s $3 per person or less.
Miami-Dade County
Miami
Miami Children’s Museum – Summer Camp Scholarships
The Miami Children’s Museum offers summer camp scholarships to low income households. These scholarships are funded by donations to the museum. For more information about these scholarships, including who qualifies and how to obtain one, please visit the Miami Children’s Museum website.
Miami Beach
The Bass Museum of Art – FREE
Guests with EBT cards can receive free admission at The Bass Museum of Art!
Orange County
Orlando
Orlando Science Center – $3 per person
Explore the Mindbender Mansion, Fusion: A STEAM Gallery, the Wizard of Oz Educational Exhibit and so much more! In order to receive this discount for up to 6 people, just show your Access Florida card at the admissions desk. Visit their website for more information.
Pinellas County
St. Petersburg
Great Explorations Children’s Museum – $3 per person
The bright and colorful exhibits (which include building tables, a pizza kitchen, critter cave, firehouse and more) are so much fun for kids! Admission is just $3 per person for up to 5 people with an EBT card. Guests under 1 year of age are always free.
Morean Arts Center – FREE
The Morean Arts Center is comprised of the Chihuly Collection, the Morean Glass Studio and the Center for Clay. The Center for Clay is a mile or so up the road from the Arts Center, but they are all connected. The Morean Arts Studio and Center for Clay are always free.
Prices for Chihuly Collection are $19.95 for general admission, $17.95 for seniors/military and $12.95 for students. It is not clear if this is included in the Museums for All pricing, so I have reached out to the Center for clarification. However, you can always visit your local Pinellas County library for a free pass!
Polk County
Lakeland
Explorations V Children’s Museum – $3 per person
This museum engages all five senses on a whimsical educational journey through several different exciting exhibits. In fact, that’s why they have the ‘V’ or Roman ‘5’ in their name!
Sarasota County
Osprey
Historic Spanish Point – $3 per person
Variety abounds across 30 acres of historical, environmental and archaeological interest at this fascinating outdoor museum. In addition to one of the largest butterfly gardens on the Gulf Coast, Historic Spanish Point features a boat yard, sunken garden and jungle walk. Children under 5 are always free.
Sarasota
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art – Free
John Ringling was one of the five Ringling brothers who owned and operated “The Greatest Show on Earth” in the Roaring Twenties. With an estimated worth of nearly $200 million, he built an vast 36,000 square foot mansion and a 21-gallery museum to showcase his love of art.
With your Florida Access card, your free admission is limited to the Museum of Art. There is an extra fee to visit the mansion, which is called Ca’ d’Zan.
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Abigail
Thank you so much for ur time and information I am a single disabled mom with two disabled children and is very hard in florida to find any help .recently moved out here so I don’t know much and a car is a must again thank u for all ur time and help may u and ur family be blessed
CHERYL
I’M ALSO A MOTHER OF 8 I NEED MONEY FOR MY CHILDREN’S I’M NOT WORKING I BROKE THREE LIGAMENTS IN MY RIGHT ANKLE. STRUGGLE TO KEEP FOOD IN MY HOUSE FOR MY CHILDREN,GAS IN THE CAR. I ALSO NEED THE FINANCIAL HELP. MY NAME IS CHERYL. THANK YOU GOD BLESS YOU.
Nicole
I’m so sorry, Cheryl! If you’ll let me know what city and/or county that you live in, I will see what I can find for you.
Maria gutierrez
Hi my name is maria Gutierrez.
I recently had a car accident that damaged my back and right hip. I cant work at the moment. And have 2 children. Dad left a year ago and since then i hav been trying to get back on my feet. I live in orlando. If you know of anything ease let me know. Thank you very much.
Nicole
Hey, Maria! I’m so sorry. I was hoping to get a resource list together for you but this request is just much bigger than I can handle on my own. If you click here, you can chat with your local United Way and they should be able to connect you with community resources that can help you with all your needs. I am so, so sorry for the delay and I hope things are improving for you.
Pete
I’m residing in Dade miami Florida,
Nicole
Hey, Pete! Unfortunately, I don’t know of any EBT discounts do there… but I did find out that you can get FREE museum passes, free movie downloads and more from your local library system! You can get the details on that by clicking here.
Isabel Baldwin
Hello!
How weird, I just got our a Subway inside the Circle K gas station and the Gentleman stated they didn’t receive EBT/SNAP.
And he is indeed Manager of that inside Subway. I’m going to double-check real quick.Needless to say this is the first time I use EBT/SNAP due to my hardship(HOMELESS).
Thank You for the information!:)
Nicole
I’m sorry, Isabel! I’ve heard mixed reports of this working. It’s definitely a hit-and-miss sort of thing and varies by location. I hope you’re able to find a location near you where it’ll work!
Carrie Mathis
can you pay your light bill with ebt?? fl
Nicole
Unfortunately, you can’t use food stamps benefits to pay for the light bill. You can, however, use cash EBT benefits (TANF, etc) if you have them. If you let me know what electric company you use, I’ll see if I can find any discounts, rebates or organizations that might be able to help you with your bill. 🙂
Lori
On electricity in Florida, you can find out if you have a Community Action Agency in your county or a surrounding county that covers yours. Here is the website to the central Florida Community action center http://www.cfcaa.org/ and the number is (352) 373-7667. They pay light bills, light deposits, and so much more if you are eligible. If you receive FS you are more than likely eligible.
Nicole
That’s great information! Thank you, Lori!
Heather Jones
Also Suwannee River Economic centers can help with power, water, gas ( utility), and RENT
Nicole
Thanks for the tip, Heather! That’s great info! 🙂
Frances
Are these discounts w only the ebt? Does this apply for WIC holders?
Nicole
Hey, Frances! Thanks for asking. Unfortunately, this list is specific to EBT. Some specific museums offer discounts to WIC recipients but it varies.
Jennifer
Hello. I am curious as to what you receive at Costco?
Nicole
Hello, Jennifer! If you purchase a Costco membership, you can use your EBT benefits inside Costco as you would at any other store. They sell items in bulk so it is often cheaper than other stores. When we were receiving food stamps, I would purchase the $100 Executive Membership with my tax refund so that I could get 2% cash back on all my purchases (including those made with EBT). At the end of the year when it was time to renew, I usually received a check for more than the price of the Costco membership! 🙂
Me
Bulk nation takes ebt
Nicole
Good to know! Thanks, Me! 😉
Michelle
Wow! I really appreciate all of the excellent information that you provide on your site. I am interested in knowing, in the Tampa Bay Area, the location of retailers that accept EBT for seeds and food producing plants as well as which Subway locations accept EBT.
Thank you very much.
Nicole
Hey, Michelle! Sweetwater Organic is a great place to go to buy seeds with EBT. You can also get more information on the seeds and food producing plants from SNAP Gardens.
As far as Subway locations, that’s all reader-reported and I don’t have a list of locations. It really varies and some people have reported success. I’ll update this list if/when I hear about any specific locations that are accepting EBT in your area. 🙂
Marleen A Adkins
Walmart accepts EBT for seeds and plants as does Dollar General, Hitchcocks grocery stores.
Shajak nieves-smith
Thanks so much for this information. I’m a single mom of 2 in jacksonville,FL. One of the boys is autistic and it’s hard to find him entertainment that’s affordable. We also get tired of having to shop for food at the same places.
Nicole
You’re so welcome, Shajak! I’m happy to help! =D If there’s anything you’d like me to research for you, just let me know!
shakia smith
I just moved to riverview florida with 3 daughters and no job or house. Is there any kind of help or ebt discounts on this area or the brandon or tampa fl.
Nicole
Hey, Shakia! I’m sure I can find help in your area. What would you like help with, specifically? You mentioned housing and employment, so I’ve added that to my list… but if you need something else, just let me know what you need and I’ll get it on the list also.
In the meantime, the only EBT discount I know of in the area is MOSI in Tampa. I just did a quick search and it looks like there aren’t any new EBT discounts in Florida to add to the list. 🙁 Sorry!
Chris
Thanks for all these great ideas hun!
Nicole
You’re so welcome, Chris! Thanks for visiting and be sure to share this info with anyone else who may be able to use it. 🙂
Tiffini
Hello, I recently relocated to Marianna Florida from Central Florida after Hurricane IRMA destroyed EVERYTHING but the clothes on our backs. I’m a single mother of 2 boys (a 21yr old who’s deaf & has Down syndrome & a active 12 yr old).
I am currently working on finding a job and transportation and stable home again, SO PLEASE ANY INFORMATION ABOUT RESOURCES OR AGENCIES OR PROGRAMS IN THIS AREA WOULD HELP. Thanks so much. GOD BLESS.
Nicole
Hey, Tiffini! I’m so sorry that you’re having such a hard time. I’m sure there are agencies that can help you but our research team is still very overloaded. You’ll be able to get help faster if you contact your local United Way. You can view their online resource directory here or you can contact them in the following ways:
*Phone: 888-370-7188
*Email: [email protected]
*Text: Text your zip code to 898-211
*Online Chat: Click here for the link
Brii
Hello, I live in Brevard county To, and was wondering what type of resources/discounts are available in this area. I have 3 children 2 boys 6 &&4 and a baby girl 11months. I am doing everything I can to make ends meet, but it is hard on a single income. Tia. God bless you for all you do!
Nicole
Hi, Brii! We update this list every month, so be sure to check back for updates! In the meantime, your local library may have museum passes! We may also be able to help with your power bill or help you get free Christmas gifts this upcoming holiday season! I hope this helps!
Courtney
Are you sure subway and Starbucks inside grocery stores take ebt here n Florida? I don’t wanna be embarrassed if I walk up and ask and they say no
Nicole
Hey, Courtney! I cannot guarantee that. I’ve included that information because I’ve had some readers tell me that it’s worked… but it seems to vary by location. :\
Ivey Poppell
Any discounts for Florida access for the Brevard zoo
Nicole
Hi, Ivey! I’m not aware of any but I’ve reached out to the Brevard Zoo to confirm. Hopefully we’ll hear something back soon! 🙂
Ashley Woolley
Can you go to the florida aquarium with an ebt card?
Nicole
Hey, Ashley! Thanks for asking. I wasn’t able to find any information about this. I sent an email to Florida Aquarium asking if they offer a discount and, if not, if they would consider offering one in the future. Hopefully I’ll hear back soon! 🙂
Melinda Santiago
Hi Nicole,
I just moved to Spring Hill Florida, i moved in with my sis and her husband and have only been here since Feb 5th. But me and hubby got jobs and put my teenager in school. Problem is we haven’t been 90 days and my bro in law wants us to go. We have no car I don’t have license an need affordable housing. I have found info on sec 8 an plan to go sign up. Any other good ideas?
Riley Thomson
Melinda,
I’m sorry you’re going through this. We have some info on buying a house with section 8 vouchers. Or you could try 211.org for more resources in your area. I hope this helps.
-Riley
Lyle
Hi Nicole Is there any discounts with a EBT card at the lion country safari zoo in Loxahatchee Florida?
Riley Thomson
Lyle,
We haven’t found any EBT discounts for that zoo yet. Sorry.
-Riley
Roxanne
Farmers markets in Venice and Punta Gorda (year round) and Englewood (October-May) give tokens for EBT or SNAP benefits. For fruits and veggies, they give double the tokens (up to $20). Not sure if other markets in the state do.
Nicole
That’s great info! Thanks for sharing, Roxanne! =D
Jennifer
Weekie Wachee Springs offers half price admission when u show your card and id. Also homosassa springs and manatee springs have great discounts as well. Call to verify!
Nicole
Great tip, Jennifer! I had no idea Florida had such awesome state parks. I’m going to revise this article so that our readers know that these awesome destinations are included in the state parks discount we have listed. Thank you so much for bringing this to my attention! 🙂
Tineisha
God bless you. This was very helpful. Truly appreciate your time and effort. Finances have been tight and with summer here I’ve been stressing about not being able to do much with my 2 children. I took to the great exploration we had a good time and I saved a lot of money $3 admission. Thank you so much
Nicole
You are so welcome! I’m so glad that this was helpful to you! =D If you’re looking for more affordable fun, don’t forget to check out our library series. Many libraries offer free and discounted museum passes!
Jackie
Hi Nicole, I live in Apopka Florida and I was looking to see what entertainment is out there for my 8 year old that’s out of school right now…don’t work because my daughter is disabled
Nicole
Hi, Jackie! If you’re looking for fantastic free summer fun, this is the post you want to read! I’m adding to it as fast as I can, but that’s everything I know about entertainment and summer fun. Hope it helps! 🙂
Jenn
is it every where is fl u ccan get ur I d for free if you get ebt
Nicole
I believe so, Jenn. 🙂
Michelle
Yes you just need verification letter from access Florida stating you receive ebt
Riley Thomson
Michelle,
Thanks for the tip!
-Riley
Teresa
Nicole, your website here is absolutely long overdue, VERY Much needed for a to the point honest opinion for the information so many of us search for online with little info found in the end of that search…
You need to be proud of yourself this is truly the best I’ve seen online EVER…
THANK YOU, Teresa Brown Zephyrhills, Florida
Nicole
Thank you so much for your kind words, Teresa! I really appreciate it – and I’m very glad our information was useful to you! 🙂
Jessica Mccall
Hi yes. I live in Alabama i need too know where i can take my kids befor school start
Nicole
Hi, Jessica! We have lists for all 50 states at https://lowincomerelie.wpengine.com/ebt 🙂
k
I can confirm that the Tallahassee Museum has flyer at the local DCF office on Sharer Rd that says it is free for up to 3 guests with the EBT family member who has the card. It does not state to bring ID but I would definitely do so.
Chloe Skupnick
Thank you so much for that information!
-Chloe
ginger long
Hi my name is ginger and i have two kids. i have been in a car accident back January of this year and i have a fractured my right ankle and have not been able to work and my boyfriend is my two kids father is not able to work either because he has two crushed ankles. I was wondering if you know anything for Leesburg,fl are any thing around lake county
Riley Thomson
Ginger,
I am so sorry about your car accident and injuries. I sure hope things improve for you soon. We have several links that may be useful to you. Please check out our information on Auto Repair & Free Cars. We also have information on Legal assistance with wrecks, and disability. Here are some ideas of Free things for Kids for your 2 little ones. And we also have more information for low income relief in Florida. I really hope you can find some useful information that can help your situation. Best of luck! Please reach out if you need more info!
-Riley
Mel
You can buy a cold sub (not heated) at Publix in the deli with an EBT card. I used to work there when I was in college. But it’s not an advertised thing and depending on the training even some cashiers don’t know this. Just have them ring up the sub and side your card like usual and press food. For homeless and families in hard times this is awesome because their sub are fresh and pretty big for 1 person it can keep them fed all day
Riley Thomson
Mel,
Thanks for the tip!
-Riley
Chris
For the life of me can’t find help in Orange County Florida for grants for home repairs or any organization that does them, and I need them badly. I’m either not in there area and they say try someone else. Disabled low income. Would be nice if some angels would show up and just do them like I read about.
Riley Thomson
Chris,
Here is a link to our section on Home Repair grants in Florida. I hope this helps.
-Riley
Brandi
Thanks so much for compiling this list, do you know of any freebies In St Johns county? I’m a single mom living in the women’s shelter here with my son,
escaping from a domestic violence situation. Would like to find some cheap or free things to do around here with my kid or any other help specific to the St Augustine area. Thanks!
Riley Thomson
Brandi,
Here is a link to our Florida Archive so you can see everything we have available. Here are free and cheap things to do in Florida. I hope this helps.
-Riley