Does Sprouts take EBT?

Can you use EBT at Sprouts self-checkout?

Yes, you can use your EBT card at Sprouts, both at self-checkout and regular checkout. To make shopping easier, keep your EBT and non-EBT items separate in your cart. When you arrive at the checkout, first scan your EBT items only.

Then select EBT as your payment method, choose how much of your balance you want to use, swipe your card, and enter your PIN. You will see a remaining balance if you scan any items that aren’t EBT/SNAP eligible. If you need help, ask the self-checkout attendant to assist you.

Can you use EBT at Sprouts online?

Yes, you can use your EBT card to shop online on the Sprouts website, through the Sprouts app, and on Instacart. You have several options for getting your groceries when you order Sprouts online with your EBT card:

• Sprouts pickup: Groceries orders over $10 qualify for pickup, and for orders over $35, pickup is free, and there is no additional service fee. For orders under $35, the pickup fee is $3.99 (remember that you can’t use SNAP to cover fees). You’ll get store-specific instructions for picking up your order. Most stores have parking spots for pickup orders, and an employee will usually bring your order out to your car. At some Sprouts stores, you might need to go inside to get your pickup order.
• Sprouts delivery: If your order is over $10, you can order Sprouts for delivery. Sprouts deliveries require a $3 service fee, plus a separate delivery fee depends that will depend on order size and delivery type. If your order is over $35, Sprouts delivery is usually $1.99, but the “super saver” option may be free if you’re willing to wait a few days. For orders under $35, Sprouts offers “priority” same-day delivery for $10.99 and “fast” next-day delivery for $7.99. The “later” option costs $1.99, and “super saver” is free.

How to use your EBT card on the Sprouts website or app

1. Create or sign in to your Sprouts account on the website or in the Sprouts app
2. In the Sprouts app, click "more" on the toolbar at the bottom of your screen and select "account settings." If you’re on the Sprouts website, select the person icon next to your name
3. Select "payment methods" and the "add" button next to the "EBT SNAP" payment type
4. Enter your name and your EBT card number
5. Add a backup payment method for fees, delivery tips, and non-SNAP items
6. Add at least $10 of items to your cart, then visit your cart and click "checkout"
7. Select pickup or delivery and choose an order time. Watch out for unexpected service fees and delivery fees that aren’t covered by SNAP
8. Click "edit" to change the amount of EBT benefits you want to apply to the order
9. Click "confirm payment method," then "place order," and enter your PIN

In some states, you can also order Sprouts with EBT via Instacart, a grocery delivery service. If you have Instacart+, you can get free “Fast” delivery on orders over $35. For orders less than $35, Fast delivery is $7.99. Scheduled delivery (Later and Super Saver) is free. But fees may vary by location.

What can I buy with EBT at Sprouts?

You can use EBT to buy SNAP-eligible food items at Sprouts. Here are some common SNAP-eligible items:

• Fruits and vegetables
• Bread, cereals, and grains
• Meat, poultry, and fish, either refrigerated or frozen
• Milk, yogurt, cheese and eggs
• Snacks like nuts, chips, popcorn, and rice cakes
• Cold drinks like juice, soda or water
• Seeds and edible plants, like tomato seedlings

Before your next trip to Sprouts, check out this list of surprising things you can buy with EBT.

What isn’t EBT eligible at Sprouts?

When you’re shopping for groceries at Sprouts (or anywhere else), remember that you can’t use SNAP benefits on

• Anything that’s hot when you buy it, like hot coffee or pizza
• Vitamins and medicines
• Alcohol and tobacco products
• Pet food and treats
• Non-food items like cleaning supplies or toiletries

These rules apply to all stores that take EBT with two exceptions. One is the Restaurant Meals Program (RMP) which lets SNAP recipients in certain states buy hot food at approved restaurants. The other exception is Disaster-SNAP (D-SNAP), which offers temporary benefits during natural disasters.

Can you get discounts with EBT at Sprouts?

No, Sprouts doesn’t offer specific discounts for people paying with EBT, but you can unlock grocery savings if you have a Sprouts account. A free Sprouts account can give you access to weekly and monthly deals as well as digital coupons that you can use to maximize your EBT benefits.

You can find coupons on the Sprouts website or by clicking the “savings" button on the Sprouts app. Press the green "clip" button to add coupons to your account. You can use Sprouts coupons online or in person.

Protecting your EBT card while shopping at Sprouts

No matter where you’re shopping, it’s important to protect your EBT information from theft. When you’re shopping at Sprouts (or anywhere else), keep your EBT card safe by following these guidelines:

• Check for illegal skimming devices by gently tugging the card reader before swiping your EBT card. If it’s loose, don't use it and alert the nearest Sprouts employee
• Change your EBT card PIN every month before you get your benefits, and don't share the number with anyone
• Spot theft early by using an EBT balance-checking app like Propel. Check your history frequently to make sure there aren’t any unauthorized transactions
• Report a lost or stolen card immediately by calling your state’s EBT contact number