Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) is a system that allows state welfare departments to issue benefits via a magnetically encoded payment card, used in the United States. In Kansas, the EBT card helps individuals and families with low income obtain groceries and other necessities through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). However, beyond its primary function for buying food, the Kansas EBT card offers an array of discounts and offers that can provide financial relief in several areas of life.
Residents of Kansas with EBT cards have access to a variety of perks, including reduced admission fees to museums and zoos, discounts on phone and internet services, and even discounted rates for certain educational programs. These additional benefits are designed to support and enhance the quality of life for those facing financial hardships, offering them opportunities to experience and enjoy facilities and services that might otherwise be inaccessible due to their cost.
Amazon Prime Discount with EBT Card
If you are a holder of a Kansas Benefits Card, you can now enjoy a discounted Amazon Prime membership through the Amazon Prime EBT Discount program. This allows eligible users to access Prime benefits at a significantly reduced price.
Cost of Membership
- Regular Amazon Prime Rate: $14.99 per month
- Discounted Rate with EBT Card: $6.99 per month, which is more than 50% off the standard price.
Amazon’s Participation in USDA Pilot
Amazon participates in a USDA pilot program, which recognizes certain vendors to accept food stamps online. This inclusion enables Prime members to order groceries online through Amazon Pantry in select regions across the country.
Benefits of Amazon Prime EBT Discount
If you’re considering whether the Amazon Prime EBT Discount is beneficial, here’s what the membership includes:
- Rapid, Free Delivery: Prime members enjoy free shipping on over 50 million eligible items. Additionally, in certain urban areas, members can benefit from free same-day delivery on over a million products and free 2-hour delivery on daily essentials and groceries through Prime Now.
- Streaming Entertainment: Members have instant access to a vast library of TV shows and movies, available to stream on various devices including Smart TVs, Roku, Xbox, Amazon Fire TV, iPhones, tablets, and Android devices.
- Additional Prime Advantages:
- Grocery Shopping: Use your EBT card to buy groceries online through Amazon Pantry (available in select states).
- Music Streaming: Enjoy access to over two million songs and thousands of playlists and stations without ads.
- Reading and Audio Entertainment: Unlimited reading from a diverse selection of books and magazines on any device, and unlimited listening to original audio series from Audible.
- Gaming Benefits with Twitch Prime: Access free game content monthly, exclusive discounts, and more.
- Photo Storage: Free unlimited photo storage to keep all your pictures in one place.
Museum and Cultural Access
EBT cardholders can benefit from discounted or free admission to various museums and cultural institutions. Participating venues provide affordable access to enriching experiences such as art exhibits, science centers, and historical sites.
Example: The Kansas Discovery Center offers a reduced entry fee of $3 per person for up to four people when an EBT card is presented.
- Wonderscope Children’s Museum of Kansas City
- Address: 5700 King St., Shawnee, Kansas 66203
- Phone: 913-287-8888
- Kansas Children’s Discovery Center
- Address: 4400 SW 10th Ave., Topeka, Kansas 66604
- Phone: 785-783-8300
Public Transit Fares Reduction
Reduced fares on public transit are available for EBT cardholders, making transportation more accessible and affordable. This benefit assists with travel to work, school, medical appointments, and grocery stores.
Educational Resources
Kansas EBT discounts extend to educational resources, including programs that support academic growth and development. Discounts are provided for various educational services, from literacy programs to technology workshops.
- Highlights:
- Many after-school tutoring centers offer a 10% discount on services upon presenting an EBT card.
- Select online learning platforms grant a subscription discount of 20% to EBT cardholders.
Discounted Cell Phone Services in Kansas
Below is a table of cell phone providers participating in the Lifeline program in Kansas, along with their contact numbers.
| Company Name | Phone |
|---|---|
| Assurance Wireless | 888-898-4888 |
| Access Wireless | 866-594-3644 |
| StandUP Wireless | 800-544-4441 |
| Safelink Wireless | 800-723-3546 |
| Life Wireless | 888-543-3620 |
| Nex-Tech Wireless | 877-621-2600 |
| Tempo Telecom | 877-822-8501 |
| enTouch Wireless | 866-488-8719 |
| Yourtel America | 855-299-9990 |
| Viaero Wireless | 877-484-2376 |
| United Telephone Association | 800-794-9999 |
| Rainbow Telecommunications Association | 800-892-0163 |
Discounted Home Phone Services in Kansas
Below is a table of home phone providers that participate in the Lifeline program in Kansas, sorted with their contact numbers.
| Company Name | Phone |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 855-301-0355 |
| CenturyLink | 800-407-5411 |
| Columbus Telephone Company | 620-429-3132 |
| Consolidated Communications | 844-968-7224 |
| Craw-Kan Telephone Cooperative | 800-362-0316 |
| Cunningham Telephone Company | 800-287-8495 |
| Epic Touch | 800-544-4250 |
| Gorham Telephone Company | 785-637-5300 |
| H & B Cable Service | 785-252-4000 |
| H & B Communications | 800-432-8296 |
| Haviland Telephone Co | 620-862-5211 |
| Home Telephone Company | |
| JBN Telephone Company | 800-833-4838 |
| KanOkla Telephone Association, Inc. | 620-845-5682 |
| LaHarpe Telephone Company, Inc. | 620-496-2291 |
| Madison Telephone Company | 800-422-4848 |
| Midcontinent Communications dba Midco | 800-888-1300 |
| Mokan Dial | 800-758-1715 |
| Mutual Telephone Company | 620-897-6200 |
| Nex-Tech Wireless | 877-621-2600 |
| Peoples Telecommunications | 877-876-4434 |
| S & A Telephone Co. | 800-626-8859 |
| S & T Telephone (two entries merged) | 877-565-2048 |
| Southern Kansas Telephone Company, Inc. | 888-758-8976 |
| South Central Rural Telephone Cooperative | 270-678-2111 |
| The Golden Belt Telephone Association | 785-372-4236 |
| The Moundridge Telephone Company | 620-345-2831 |
| The Pioneer Telephone Association | 800-308-7536 |
| Totah Communications | 888-580-2208 |
| Tri-County Telephone Association | 800-362-2576 |
| Twin Valley Telephone | 800-515-3311 |
| Wamego Telephone Company | 785-456-1000 |
| Wheat State Telephone | 800-440-3018 |
| Wilson Communications | 800-432-7607 |
| Blue Valley Tele-Communications | 877-876-1228 |
| Council Grove Telephone Company | 620-767-5153 |
Affordable Connectivity Program for EBT Cardholders
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) offers substantial discounts on internet services for EBT cardholders, enhancing access to digital resources.
Monthly Internet Discount
- Discount Amount: Households receive a $30 reduction on their monthly internet service bill.
One-Time Device Discount
- Discount Details: Eligible participants can also benefit from a one-time $100 discount towards the purchase of a laptop, desktop, or tablet.
Additional Savings Opportunity
- Combining Services: The $30 monthly ACP internet credit can be combined with Lifeline phone services. This integration allows for further savings on both phone and internet expenses each month.
Be sure to check out our other articles about Kansas Food Stamps and EBT.