Got EBT in Louisiana? If you’re receiving Louisiana food stamps benefits, you could qualify for other helpful programs as well (including cheap Internet service)! Check out our list of Louisiana benefits below.
7 Things You Need to Know about EBT in Louisiana
I’ve been updating this list for years now, and I’ve learned quite a bit along the way. There are some things that many people don’t know about EBT in Louisiana!
- Apply for Louisiana 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 Louisiana food stamps 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. 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!
- 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 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.
More Discounts with EBT in Louisiana
No matter where you live in Louisiana, you can take advantage of these incredible EBT discounts. For a list of discounts in your local area, keep reading to the end of this article!
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Internet. If you qualify for EBT in Louisiana, then you may also qualify for discounted internet service! We’ve found about a dozen internet services starting at just $5/month! Get the details here.
Cell Phones. Individuals and families who receive Louisiana food stamps benefits may qualify for a FREE smartphone and FREE monthly cell phone plan from one of these providers.
If you qualify for Louisiana food stamps, then you may qualify for a discounted YMCA membership! Contact your local YMCA for details.
If you’ve got EBT in Louisiana, you may also qualify for this!
- Homebuyer assistance programs (including down payment assistance, Habitat for Humanity, Dollar Homes and more!)
- Legal aid
- Property tax exemptions
- Student loan assistance ($0 per month payments!)
- Summer meals (free for kids ages 18 and under!)
- Tax filing assistance
- Utility assistance(help paying electric bills, free weatherization assistance and more!)
- Pet care assistance (veterinary care grants, free pet food, free boarding and more!)
Museum Discounts with EBT in Louisiana
We’ve found several museum discounts in Louisiana! Just show your EBT Louisiana card at the admission desk to receive these great discounts. For your convenience, we’ve organized our free and discounted museum admission list alphabetically by city. We’ve also used green titles for the museums that accept EBT cards from all 50 states.
Please note that you cannot pay for admission with your EBT card. You will show your Louisiana food stamps 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.
Alexandria
T.R.E.E. House Children’s Museum – $2 per person
Come explore the sensory-engaging, interactive fun experience at TREE House Children’s Museum! Exhibits include the Pin Screen, Shadow Room, Bernoulli Blower, Building Table, Levers and Pulleys exhibit, bank exhibit, sheriff’s car, medical center, eagle exhibit and KLAX Kid TV station.
Up to 10 family members may receive the $2 admission rate!
Baton Rouge
Knock Knock Children’s Museum – $3 per person
If you have a Louisiana Purchase EBT card and valid state ID, then you can get $3 admission for yourself and five family members!
LSU Museum of Art – $3 or less per person
The LSU Museum of Art showcases world-class touring exhibitions of art, sculpture, painting, photography and more. It also boasts a permanent collection of more than 6,500 objects.
Covington
THE ICONS MUSEUM – Free
THE ICONS MUSEUM is the only museum in the world that excluisvely focuses on “defining creative individuals and cultural products,” or icons of our culture.
Lafayette
Children’s Museum of Acadiana – $3 per person
The Children’s Museum of Acadiana welcomes low income families for $3 per person, up to four guests per EBT card. They also offer other discounts, such as half-priced admission for military, police and firefighters. If you need admission for more than four guests, you ca pick up a Museum Pass at any Lafayette Parish Public Library as well.
Madisonville
Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum & Research Center – FREE
“Bringing Louisiana’s Maritime History to Life,” is the mission of the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum. Go on a historic journey through maritime Louisiana, as you learn about boat building, underwater robots, lighthouses and more.
Mandeville
Children’s Museum of St. Tammany – $3 per person
The Children’s Museum of St. Tammany in Mandeville is a vibrant and interactive space that offers a world of exploration and learning for children. The museum features a variety of exhibits that encourage hands-on play and discovery, covering themes like science, art, and the local culture of Louisiana. Notable attractions include interactive displays that allow children to engage in imaginative play, from pretending to be chefs in a play kitchen to learning about the region’s unique ecosystems. It’s an ideal destination for families and educators looking to provide children with an enriching and fun learning experience.
Monroe
The Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum – $3 per person
Low income families can visit the Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum for just $3 per person when you visit with an EBT card! Up to four guests can receive a discount with a single EBT card.
New Orleans
Longue Vue House & Gardens – $3 or less per person
Since 1968, the gardens of Longue Vue have been open to the public. The gardens were designed by the landscape architect Ellen Biddle Shipman. The beautifully constructed home also houses a stunning art collection. Longue Vue is listed as a Museums for All member, which means they offer discounted admission for guests with EBT cards.
Louisiana Children’s Museum – $3 or less per person
After more than 30 years on Julia Street in downtown New Orleans, the LCM is taking it outside to City Park. Indoors and out, there are tons of hands-on ways to learn literacy, health and wellness, arts and culture, environmental education, and STEM.
Ogden Museum of Southern Art – FREE
The Ogden Museum of Art preserves and exhibits art from the American South. They have over 4,000 works, including paintings, visual art, museum, literature and more.
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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.