Important Warning: SNAP EBT Card Fraud in Omaha
Updated: January 7, 2026
As of January 7, 2026, refugee families in Lincoln and Omaha have reported that their January SNAP food benefits were stolen or missing. The theft is happening through card-skimming devices targeting local ethnic grocery stores. Law enforcement and the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services have reported 130 cases, and have confirmed card-skimming devices have been placed in Lincoln and Omaha. DHHS news release: https://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/DHHS-Investigates-EBT-Fraud-and-Removes-Several-Skimming-Devices.aspx. Families are being encouraged to seek out food support from food pantries.
What You Should Do Right Now
Change Your EBT Card PIN Immediately.
This is the most important step you can take to protect your funds. DHHS confirmed you do not need to cancel your card, even if your number was stolen. Change your PIN as soon as possible. Visit Restoring Dignity’s website for up to date information and simple step-by-step instructions: CLICK HERE.
Notice: As of 10/20/2025 anyone without a green card is no longer eligible for SNAP (food assistance) benefits. For the most up to date food pantry information inlcluding videos and flyers in multiple languages please visit Restoring Dignity’s Emergency Food Assistance Page: www.rdomaha.org/food
Omaha Refugee Task Force Event Calendar
The Omaha Refugee Task Force meets the first Wednesday of every even-numbered month (six times per year) from 9:00am-10:30am (currently via Zoom). Upcoming meeting dates are listed below.
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Wednesday, December 2, 2026