√ working for low wages or part-time
√ unemployed
√ disabled
√ receiving cash assistance (TANF)
√ elderly living on a small income
√ homeless
√ immigrants/non-U.S. citizens (special information)

Eligibility depends on your income, the money you have saved, and how many people live in your household. All applicants must meet the income guidelines:

Income Guidelines* (Effective Oct. 1, 2005 - Sept. 30, 2006)
Household Size	Maximum Monthly Gross Income Limit**	Maximum Monthly Net Income Limit**	Maximum Monthly Gross Income Limit Where Elderly Disabled Are A Separate Household**
1	$1,037	$798	$1,316
2	$1,390	$1,070	$1,765
3	$1,744	$1,341	$2,213
4	$2,097	$1,613	$2,661
5	$2,450	$1,885	$3,109
6	$2,803	$2,156	$3,558
7	$3,156	$2,428	$4,006
8	$3,509	$2,700	$4,454
For Each Additional Family Member, add:	+$354	+$272	+$449
% of Federal Poverty Level	130%	100%	165%

* USDA - FY 2006 Income Eligibility Standards

** Gross income means a household's total, nonexcluded income, before any deductions (including taxes) have been made. Net income means gross income minus allowable deductions.

For the most accurate information on whether you qualify, contact the Maryland Department of Human Resources (DHR). Visit other sections of Manna's online Food Stamps Center if you are a Virginia or DC resident interested in food stamps. Also, an online screening tool is provided the U.S. Department of Agriculture.