GiveDirectly is partnering with GiveCard and Propel to provide one-time $50 cash assistance to SNAP participants.
GiveCard will power your payouts.

Things you may be wondering about

Key program information

When will I receive my funds?

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Funds for the GiveDirectly program, in partnership with GiveCard and Propel, will be distributed throughout the month of October 2025. You’ll receive an email from mailing@givecard.io when your payment is on the way. In the meantime, see below for information based on your chosen payment method.

If you selected Physical Card for your payout method

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You selected to receive a physical debit card.

We will mail your card after you complete enrollment. It should arrive at your address within 3 weeks. When your card arrives, go to the GiveCard website and make an account. This will unlock your card. We will send your payment once your card is unlocked.

Please note that you can use your card to buy things in stores or online. You cannot put money from this program into a bank account with this card.

If you don’t get your payment within 3-5 business days, email support@givecard.io.

If you selected Virtual Card for your payout method

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You selected to receive a virtual debit card.

When your virtual card is issued, you’ll receive an email from mailing@givecard.io. Click the link in the email to activate your card. You can use your virtual card for online purchases or add it to your digital wallet (Apple Pay / Google Pay).

If you don't know which payout method you chose

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Please contact GiveCard support at support@givecard.io to find out which payment method you chose.

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