Got Delaware EBT? If you’re looking for free stuff in Delaware, it really helps to have an EBT card. We’ve found tons of freebies and deals for people with food stamps in Delaware.
7 Things You Need to Know about Delaware EBT
After years of reporting on low income and food stamps topics, I’ve learned that there are several things that most people don’t know about their Delaware EBT benefits.
- Apply for Delaware food stamps online. I’ve had many people tell me that the only reason they don’t have food stamps is because they’re too embarrassed to go into the office. You can apply online and skip the lines!
- You can buy fruit trees. It’s true! You can buy much more than just groceries. You can buy seeds and produce-bearing plants with your Delaware EBT card! You can also buy certain gift baskets and birthday cakes. Here are some other surprising things you can buy with food stamps.
- Shop smart. You may be able to get more food for your money at farmer’s markets and You-Pick Strawberry Fields!
- You may be eligible for more food stamps. We’ve cracked the code on how the food stamps office determines your monthly food stamps allotment… and we’ve discovered ways that you can increase your monthly balance! Learn the trick that 90% of people don’t know about.
- You can get cash back (it’s legal)! With smart shopping techniques, you can put cash back in your pocket when you shop with EBT. Here’s how.
- You can shop at many places. Some retailers, such as Farmer’s Markets, often offer double-up programs where you can get twice as much food as you pay for. Bulk retailers like Costco and Schwans also accept food stamps. Here’s a list of places that accept EBT.
- You can use your EBT card in other states! Not only can you shop in other states, you can also get EBT discounts in other states. All of our state lists use green titles to indicate what venues accept out-of-state EBT cards for discounts.
Get Free Stuff with Delaware Food Stamps
If you’ve got Delaware food stamps (food benefits on a Delaware EBT card), then you can get free stuff in Delaware! You can also get some excellent deals on things like Amazon Prime.
50% off Amazon Prime
Amazon offers discounted Amazon Prime memberships for customers who receive Delaware food stamps or Medicaid! You’ll need to verify that you receive food stamps or Medicaid to get this incredible price. Sign up now!
$5 Internet
Internet for just $5 per month?! We’ve found low-cost Internet solutions from Comcast, CenturyLink and more!
Bike Delaware
Bike Delaware has a discounted $10 membership for low income individuals and students.
Free Cell Phones & Service
You may be able to get a free cell phone and free cell phone service if you already have Delaware EBT benefits! We’ve got a full list of nationwide providers.
Free Computers
We’ve found many organizations that offer free and low cost computers, laptops and tablets for low income families. If you need a new or better computer, don’t miss this!
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society
The Delaware Valley Branch of the RSCDS invites low income people to join for just $35! Members can attend classes anywhere in the branch and enjoy other benefits as well.
State Parks Discounts
Delaware State Parks offer a $10 pass to low income residents, including those who qualify for Delaware food stamps! Find out what your $10 Delaware State Parks pass covers here.
YMCA Discounts
Local YMCA organizations are renowned for offering low income discounts to people who need them. Check with your local YMCA for details.
Get More Free Stuff in Delaware
If you’ve got a Delaware EBT card and you’re looking for free stuff in Delaware, then you won’t want to miss these incredible deals that we’ve found! If you qualify for EBT, you will probably qualify for these as well.
- Homebuyer assistance programs
- Legal aid
- Property tax exemptions
- Student loan assistance
- Summer meals
- Tax filing assistance
- Utility assistance
- Pet care assistance
Admission Discounts with Delaware EBT
It is important to realize that you cannot pay for admission with your Delaware EBT card. You will show the EBT 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.
Biggs Museum of American Art – FREE
The Biggs Museum features a collection of American fine and decorative art. They have a permanent collection with paintings, sculptures, illustrations, images and even furniture. They also have an impressive collection of regional silver. There are rotating exhibits as well, so there’s always something new to experience!
Delaware History Museum – $2 per person
Visit the Delaware History Museum for just $2 per person when you visit with your EBT card. The museum includes the Jane and Littleton Mitchell Center for African American Heritage as well.
Delaware Museum of Nature & Science – $2 per person
The Delaware Museum of Nature & Science offers EBT discounts through their partnerships with both Museums for All and Art-Reach ACCESS. The price for both programs is $2 per person, limit four people per EBT card.
Hagley Museum & Library – $2 per person
The Hagley Museum and Library showcases hundreds of years of history in their large, indoor space. They have new exhibitions and rotating ones. You can take a self-guided tour of the building and the grounds of the gunpowder factory, the first du Pont family home and gardens. It’s a lovely sight!
Historic Odessa – $3 per person or less
Historic Odessa is a beautifully restored colonial town in the heart of Delaware. Step into history with original household furnishings, incredible art collections and more. As a Museums for All member, they charge $3 or less per person with EBT card.
Mt. Cuba Center – $2 per person
The Mt. Cuba Center has beautiful gardens, exhibitions and programs. With a Delaware EBT card, you can visit for just $2 per person! All you have to do is show your food stamps card at the ticketing counter.
Read House & Gardens – $2 per person
The Read House & Gardens participates in both Art Reach ACCESS Delaware and Museums for All. This museum is housed inside the 14,000 square foot mansion built for George Read II and his family. The roof offers incredible views that span from the Delaware Memorial Bridge to Salem County, New Jersey!
Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library – $2 per person
There is so much to do at Winterthur! There are 60 acres of carefully-designed gardens, over 1,000 acres of meadows and woodlands, 25 miles of trails, an award-winning children’s garden called The Enchanted Woods, and more! There is also an extraordinary museum with decorative arts housed inside Henry Francis du Pont’s historic home.
When you visit with an EBT card, you can visit for just $2 per person for up to four people!
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Nicole Thelin
Nicole is the founder and lead researcher of Low Income Relief. After a personal experience with poverty and homelessness following her husband's sudden medical discharge from the U.S. Army, Nicole discovered the life-changing impact of community resources. This experience ignited her passion for empowering others to navigate similar crises. Nicole launched her writing career at age 16, working for various newspapers and publications. Her commitment to in-depth research and accessible content has been recognized by Google for Publishers and other industry leaders. For over 20 years, she has applied her investigative skills to uncover the most helpful, up-to-date information on benefits programs and community resources, ensuring Low Income Relief maintains the most extensive resource databases available.