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Albertsons Companies Partners With Uber Eats To Accept SNAP EBT Payments

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Albertsons Companies has partnered with Uber Eats to accept SNAP EBT payments, becoming the first retailer to do so on the platform. The service will be available at Albertsons, Safeway, Jewel-Osco, and VONS stores. To promote the initiative, EBT cardholders will receive free delivery on their first three SNAP-eligible orders and a 3-month complimentary Uber One membership when linking their EBT card to the app.

Albertsons Companies ha collaborato con Uber Eats per accettare pagamenti SNAP EBT, diventando il primo rivenditore a farlo sulla piattaforma. Il servizio sarà disponibile presso i negozi Albertsons, Safeway, Jewel-Osco e VONS. Per promuovere l'iniziativa, i titolari di carte EBT riceveranno la consegna gratuita sui loro primi tre ordini idonei SNAP e un abbonamento complimentary a Uber One per 3 mesi collegando la loro carta EBT all’app.

Albertsons Companies se ha asociado con Uber Eats para aceptar pagos SNAP EBT, convirtiéndose en el primer minorista en hacerlo en la plataforma. El servicio estará disponible en las tiendas Albertsons, Safeway, Jewel-Osco y VONS. Para promover la iniciativa, los titulares de tarjetas EBT recibirán entrega gratuita en sus tres primeros pedidos elegibles para SNAP y una membresía gratuita de Uber One por 3 meses al vincular su tarjeta EBT a la aplicación.

Albertsons CompaniesUber Eats와 제휴하여 SNAP EBT 결제를 수용하게 되었고, 플랫폼에서 이를 수행하는 최초의 소매업체가 되었습니다. 이 서비스는 Albertsons, Safeway, Jewel-Osco 및 VONS 매장에서 이용할 수 있습니다. 이니셔티브를 홍보하기 위해 EBT 카드 소지자는 첫 세 개의 SNAP 적격 주문에 대해 무료 배달을 받으며, EBT 카드를 앱에 연결하면 3개월 무료 Uber One 멤버십을 제공합니다.

Albertsons Companies s'est associé à Uber Eats pour accepter les paiements SNAP EBT, devenant ainsi le premier détaillant à le faire sur la plateforme. Le service sera disponible dans les magasins Albertsons, Safeway, Jewel-Osco et VONS. Pour promouvoir l'initiative, les détenteurs de cartes EBT bénéficieront de la livraison gratuite sur leurs trois premières commandes éligibles au SNAP et d'un abonnement gratuit de 3 mois à Uber One en liant leur carte EBT à l'application.

Albertsons Companies hat sich mit Uber Eats zusammengetan, um SNAP EBT-Zahlungen zu akzeptieren, und ist der erste Einzelhändler, der dies auf der Plattform tut. Der Service wird in den Geschäften von Albertsons, Safeway, Jewel-Osco und VONS verfügbar sein. Um die Initiative zu fördern, erhalten EBT-Karteninhaber bei ihrer ersten drei SNAP-qualifizierten Bestellungen kostenlosen Versand sowie eine 3-monatige kostenlose Mitgliedschaft bei Uber One, wenn sie ihre EBT-Karte mit der App verknüpfen.

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  • First retailer to accept SNAP EBT payments through Uber Eats platform
  • Expansion of customer base to include SNAP benefit recipients
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This partnership with Uber Eats to accept SNAP EBT payments represents a significant market expansion opportunity for Albertsons Companies. The initiative opens access to a $120 billion annual SNAP benefit market, with approximately 42 million Americans receiving these benefits. Being the first retailer to accept SNAP through Uber Eats gives ACI a competitive advantage in capturing this underserved market segment.

The strategic timing aligns with increased digital adoption among SNAP recipients and growing demand for grocery delivery services. The zero delivery fee promotion and Uber One trial membership offer strong incentives for customer acquisition and could drive meaningful transaction volume. This move strengthens ACI's omnichannel presence while addressing food accessibility issues, potentially leading to increased market share and customer loyalty in key demographics.

BOISE, ID / ACCESSWIRE / November 14, 2024 / Albertsons Companies

In an effort to expand access to more nutritious food for millions of Americans, Albertsons Companies has partnered with Uber Eats to now accept SNAP EBT payments. Customers can use their SNAP benefits to order groceries from regional grocery banners Albertsons, Safeway, Jewel-Osco and VONS stores through the Uber Eats app.

"Albertsons Companies is a long-standing community partner committed to helping solve food insecurity, and by working with Uber Eats, we are able to make nutritious foods available to even more families in need," said Bryn Tippman Banuelos, Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships at Albertsons Cos. "We're dedicated to creating a flexible and convenient shopping experience for all customers, and we're proud to be the first retailer to accept SNAP payments through Uber Eats."

To mark this initiative, EBT cardholders will receive $0 Delivery Fee on their first three SNAP-eligible orders, and Uber is offering EBT cardholders a 3-month free trial Uber One membership, which includes unlimited $0 Delivery Fee among other benefits, when they link their EBT card in the Uber Eats app.

For more information on the SNAP EBT payment option and to see if your local Albertsons Cos. store is participating, visit the Uber Eats app or website.

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FAQ

Which Albertsons Companies stores accept SNAP EBT payments through Uber Eats?

Albertsons, Safeway, Jewel-Osco, and VONS stores accept SNAP EBT payments through the Uber Eats app.

What promotions are offered for SNAP EBT users on Uber Eats for Albertsons (ACI) orders?

SNAP EBT cardholders receive free delivery on their first three SNAP-eligible orders and a 3-month free Uber One membership when linking their EBT card.

Is Albertsons (ACI) the first retailer to accept SNAP EBT on Uber Eats?

Yes, Albertsons Companies is the first retailer to accept SNAP EBT payments through the Uber Eats platform.

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