Emergency SNAP Benefits
Indiana 2025
Get Food Stamps in 7 Days or Less
Updated December 2025 • Real Examples & Phone Script
Last year my neighbor in Indianapolis lost his job and had $11 in his bank account and two kids to feed. He called the number below on a Monday and had $638 loaded onto a new EBT card by Thursday morning. That’s why I wrote this guide — emergency (expedited) SNAP really works in Indiana if you know exactly what to say and bring.
You Can Get Food Stamps Within 7 Calendar Days
— Sometimes as Fast as 1–3 Days
Federal law forces Indiana to decide expedited cases in 7 days max.
Do You Qualify for Emergency SNAP in 2025? (Meet Just ONE)
| Rule | 2025 Numbers |
|---|---|
| Destitute | Gross income this month under $150 AND cash/savings ≤ $100 |
| Shelter Costs Crisis | Rent/mortgage + utilities > entire monthly income + all liquid assets |
| Migrant Farmworker | ≤ $100 in liquid resources (very rare) |
Real-Life Examples That Got Approved Fast
- ✓ Single mom, $0 income this month, $37 in bank → approved in 2 days → $509 loaded
- ✓ Family of 4, $800 income, $1,100 rent + utilities → approved in 4 days → $973 loaded
- ✓ Laid-off dad, $180 left after bills → approved in 3 days → $281 loaded
What to Say When You Call
Call 1-800-403-0864 and say this word-for-word:
“Hi, I need to apply for emergency food assistance today because I have less than $150 income this month and my rent is due.”
They will immediately flag your case as expedited and schedule the interview within 24–48 hours.
CALL NOW: 1-800-403-0864Documents to Bring (or Upload Online)
- ✓ Photo ID (driver’s license, state ID)
- ✓ Social Security cards for everyone applying
- ✓ Proof of ALL income this month (even $0)
- ✓ Rent/mortgage statement + utility bills
- ✓ Bank statement (even if $0)
- ✓ Proof of childcare costs (if any)
Frequently Asked Questions – December 2025
No — expedited is only for brand-new applications.
Yes — first month is prorated by day, but every month after is the full amount.
Your case is denied. Answer unknown numbers the next 2 days!
Yes — felony record does NOT affect expedited processing.
Yes — check the box “I need food assistance within 7 days” on fssabenefits.in.gov
Don’t wait — call right now and you could have food money in your account this week.
CALL 1-800-403-0864 NOW