Food help in Delaware
The short answer
For food today, dial 211. For monthly help, apply for SNAP through ASSIST or at a State Service Center. A decision usually comes by mail within 30 days. Moms, babies and young kids can get WIC.
Need help tonight?
Food today
Dial 211 and say "I need food today" with your city or ZIP. Ask for pantries and hot meals open today, what to bring, and whether they deliver.
Official page: delaware211.org
Apply for SNAP
Apply online through ASSIST or at any State Service Center. After you apply, you have an eligibility interview where you show papers that back up your information. DSS says you should get a decision by mail within 30 days. General line: 302 255 9040.
Official page: dhss.delaware.gov/dss/division-of-social-services/snap
What SNAP can and can't buy
The USDA says SNAP can buy foods like fruits and vegetables, meat, fish, dairy, bread, cereal, snacks and seeds or plants that grow food. It can't buy alcohol, tobacco, vitamins or medicine, hot foods, pet food, or household and hygiene items.
Official page: fns.usda.gov/snap/eligible-food-items
Your EBT card
For a new card, a PIN change, or purchases you didn't make, call ConnectEBT Customer Service right away at 1 800 526 9099.
Official page: dhss.delaware.gov/dss/division-of-social-services/snap
WIC
Delaware WIC helps pregnant women, new mothers and young children eat well. Call your county WIC office: Kent 302 605 1833, Sussex 302 605 4055, Spanish line for Kent and Sussex 302 605 4077. New Castle County offices: Hudson 302 605 4066, West End 302 605 6653, Claymont 302 605 4099.
Official page: dhss.delaware.gov/dph/homepage/about/sections/imimep/imhome/dhmic/wic
More help in Delaware
Sources last checked October 27, 2026. If something has changed, please tell us so we can fix it.
Nothing here is a promise of a bed, money or a spot in any program. Each place decides who it can serve. You choose what feels right for you.