OTC Machine, WIC, & EBT
EBT
EBT is used in all states to issue food stamp benefits to recipients. Many states also issue cash benefits such as TANF using EBT. Recipients are issued an "EBT Card" similar to a bank ATM or debit card to receive and use their food stamp and/or cash benefits.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
WIC provides free healthy food and services to low-income women and children, including nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, health education, and referrals. NYS WIC participants can buy food using an Electronic Benefits Transfer card called eWIC.