Actions You Can Take
- Check EBT Card Balance
- You must call 1-800-997-3333 or go to NJFamiliesFirst.com.
- Order Replacement EBT Card
- You must call 1-800-997-3333 or go to NJFamiliesFirst.com.
- Protect Your Benefits by Locking Your EBT Card
- Report a Change or Update
- Check Status of SNAP, TANF or GA Application
- Report Fraud
- Leave Anonymous Tip
- Review Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
News & Program Updates
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Work First New Jersey (WFNJ) clients can request replacement for benefits that were stolen electronically between September 1, 2023 and December 20, 2024. Any benefits stolen on or after December 21, 2024 ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR REPLACEMENT, as a result of a change in the federal budget. Learn more here.
- FRAUD ALERT (English) (SPANISH)
- NJ FamilyCare Eligibility Reviews Happening Now: Learn How to Stay Covered
- Family Leadership Academy ( English , Spanish)
- NJ Child Care Assistance Program
- Economic Impact Payment Update (English , Spanish)
- VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) United Way
- Discrimination Complaint Procedures
And Justice for All
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. Learn more.
Civil Rights
If you are a SNAP (Formerly Food Stamps) applicant or recipient and you believe that your civil rights have been violated, please click here for information regarding filing a complaint of discrimination.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Middlesex County Board of Social Services is to administer Federal and State public assistance programs in a competent, compassionate and efficient manner. Our goal is to meet the needs of our clients through the prudent use of public funds.