Expansion of SNAP Acceptance: 7-Eleven and Speedway Onboard with Uber Eats for Improved Food Access
In a notable advancement for food accessibility, convenience store giants 7-Eleven and Speedway, headquartered in Irving, Texas, have announced their acceptance of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for orders placed through the Uber Eats platform. This move marks a significant step toward enhancing food access for individuals and families receiving government assistance.
7-Eleven, recognized as the leading convenience store chain in the United States, as indicated by CSP’s 2025 “Top 202” rankings, is part of a broader trend among convenience-oriented retailers increasingly embracing SNAP payments. Notable competitors such as CVS, Duane Reade, Family Dollar, Gopuff, and Walgreens have already incorporated this payment method, reflecting a growing commitment within the retail sector to serve diverse communities.
Uber Eats, the San Francisco-based food delivery service, announced the integration of SNAP payment options this week, emphasizing its continuing dedication to alleviate food insecurity across the nation. The service aims to bolster access to nutritious meals through its digital delivery platform, which has become increasingly essential for those with limited transportation options.
To facilitate this rollout, Uber Eats is offering incentives, including complimentary delivery on users’ first three SNAP orders. Customers can easily identify participating vendors by tapping the SNAP icon within the Uber Eats app, enhancing user convenience. Furthermore, the platform is providing a limited-time free trial of Uber One, its subscription service designed to offer customers discounts and exclusive promotional offers.
Ofek Lavian, co-founder and CEO of Forage—an innovative payments platform that processes online SNAP transactions—highlighted the significance of this expansion. He stated, “This expansion gives SNAP recipients access to tens of thousands of new stores—from national chains to local grocers—all through the Uber Eats app.” This initiative is aimed at empowering families to utilize their benefits with increased confidence and convenience.
With this initiative, Uber Eats has successfully enlisted 51 grocery and convenience retailers to accept SNAP payments online. Key players in the grocery sector participating in this program include well-known companies like Albertsons, Wegmans, and Meijer, collectively expanding choices for SNAP recipients seeking nutritious food options.
Hashim Amin, head of grocery and retail delivery at Uber North America, reiterated the company’s ethos, stating, “We believe that everyone deserves the convenience of delivery.” He emphasized that this expanding list of merchant partners will ensure access to fresh food for families and individuals, particularly those lacking reliable transportation—a demographic for whom delivery services can be a vital resource.
This initiative not only signifies a positive trend in accessibility and inclusivity within the grocery and convenience sectors but also underscores the increasing recognition of the importance of food security in community welfare efforts. As technology continues to evolve, such partnerships between food delivery services and retailers play a critical role in ensuring that nutritious food is accessible to all, particularly those who rely heavily on SNAP benefits.
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