Meal Assistance Program
The Meal Assistance Program is available during the Fall and Spring semesters.
Boise State’s Swipe Out Hunger Association proudly works with students and Boise State Dining to help provide donated meal swipes to the Meal Assistance Program so Boise State students facing food insecurity have access to no-cost meals. Recipients will receive 7 meal swipes to be used within the semester at Buster’s Kitchen in the Student Union Building.
Availability
The Meal Assistance Program Application is unavailable until Fall semester.Â
About
- The Meal Assistance Program is offered during fall and spring semesters only
- 7 meals will be redeemed at Buster’s Kitchen or SouthFork Dining. Please use all 7 meals.
- Any unused meals awarded will expire at the end of the semester
- Meals do not need to be repaid
Eligibility
- Enrolled in at least three financial aid eligible credits for the semester in which meals are being requested.
- Be a degree-seeking student in good academic standing with minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 or show evidence of recent satisfactory progress.
- Have exhausted all other possible resources before applying for meal assistance, such as student loans, food stamps, personal financial accounts, people that owe you money, and community resources (food pantries).
- Not enrolled in a Meal Plan.
- Can articulate how this program will help you stay successful as a student.
SNAP
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps eligible individuals and families in Idaho access nutritious food. Below, you’ll find information and resources for Boise State students interested in SNAP benefits.
Am I Eligible?
- Eligibility: View eligibility requirements here, including monthly household income limits.Â
- Student Exemptions: Most students must meet additional work or exemption criteria to qualify. View student exemptions here.
- Additional Information: visit Benefits Idaho for frequently asked questions regarding SNAP and complete the SNAP eligibility quiz.
- Other Factors: Household size, expenses, and other benefits may impact eligibility.
How Do I Apply?
- Online: Apply through the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.
- In-Person: Visit your local DHW office.
- By Phone: Call 1-877-456-1234 for assistance.
Need Help?
For assistance, make an appointment with Student Outreach and Assistance.Â