Grocery Voucher Program
Fall Grocery Assistance Program Applications Open October 12, 2026
Need a little extra help with groceries this semester? The 2026-27 ASWSUG Grocery Assistance Program launches October 12, offering eligible Global Campus students up to $200 in grocery vouchers per semester. Grocery vouchers are managed through Tango Card, letting recipients choose and redeem at grocery stores across the United States.
ASWSUG and Global Campus Development are working together to make food assistance accessible to more students. Through the combined support of Services and Activities Fees and donor generosity, the Grocery Voucher Program is now available to ALL Global Campus students, helping create more equitable access to basic needs resources.
Applying is simple—just complete the online application linked below. Students no longer need to provide proof of enrollment. A Tango Card pre-loaded with your grocery voucher will be mailed to the address on file in MyWSU. Please make sure your mailing address is current and allow approximately 20–25 days after submitting your application to receive your vouchers.
Funds are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Questions? Contact the ASWSUG Director of Finance at global.finance@wsu.edu.
Who is eligible for grocery vouchers?
ASWSUG and Global Campus Development are working together to make food assistance accessible to more students. Through the combined support of Global Services and Activities (S&A) Fees and donor generosity, the Grocery Voucher Program is now available to ALL Global Campus students, helping create more equitable access to basic needs resources.
How do I apply?
Eligible students can apply by completing the Grocery Assistance Program application, linked above. Thanks to an improved eligibility verification process, students no longer need to provide proof of enrollment with their application.
How much assistance can I receive?
Eligible students can receive up to $200 in grocery vouchers per semester.
Funding is limited, and vouchers will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
How will I receive my grocery voucher?
You will receive a physical Tango card pre-loaded with your grocery voucher balance. Your balance does not expire! Please make sure your mailing address is current and accurate in MyWSU before submitting your application.
When will I receive my card?
Please allow approximately 20–25 days after submitting your application for your grocery voucher to arrive.
Where can I use my grocery voucher?
For the Tango Grocery Voucher Program, vouchers are restricted to merchants classified as MCC 5411 – Grocery Stores and Supermarkets. A list of major grocery chains that are generally classified under MCC 5411 is below; however, we recommend you check with an individual store if you have questions about eligibility. Walmart, Target, Costco, Sam’s Club, convenience stores, pharmacies, and other general merchandise retailers have been excluded from this list because they may be coded under merchant categories other than MCC 5411.
| ACME Markets | Giant Food Stores | Piggly Wiggly | Stater Bros. |
| ALDI | Hannaford | Publix | Stop & Shop |
| Albertsons | Harris Teeter | Raley’s | Tom Thumb |
| Central Market | H-E-B | Ralphs | Trader Joe’s |
| Food City | Hy-Vee | Safeway | Vons |
| Food Lion | Ingles Markets | Save Mart | Wegmans |
| Fred Meyer | Jewel-Osco | Shaw’s | Weis Markets |
| Fresh Thyme Market | King Soopers | ShopRite | Whole Foods Market |
| Fry’s Food Stores | Kroger | Smith’s | WinCo Foods |
| Giant Food | Market Basket | Sprouts Farmers Market | Winn-Dixie |
Please note: This list is intended as a general guide. Merchant coding is determined by the individual retailer/location and payment network, so acceptance cannot be guaranteed at every location.
How is the Grocery Assistance Program funded?
The Grocery Assistance Program is funded through Global Campus Services & Activities (S&A) fees and donor generosity.
Will receiving financial aid affect my eligibility?
Your financial aid status does not affect your eligibility for grocery voucher assistance. However, grocery voucher assistance may be considered income for some students and could potentially affect certain financial aid circumstances. If you have questions about how the assistance may affect your individual situation, contact the WSU Global Campus Financial Aid Office at global.financialaid@wsu.edu.
Who can I contact with questions?
For questions about the Grocery Assistance Program, eligibility, or the application process, contact the ASWSUG Director of Finance at global.finance@wsu.edu.