Propel
Propel provides a free mobile app that simplifies how SNAP recipients manage their government benefits. The app lets users instantly check EBT balances, receive deposit alerts, access exclusive savings on groceries and phone plans, and stay informed about benefits changes. With over 5 million users and 1 in 4 SNAP households using the platform, Propel has become the leading EBT management tool in America.
- Financial Technology
- Software Only
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
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Product
Problem
People receiving government benefits like SNAP often face outdated, fragmented, and hard-to-navigate tools for managing their benefits. Checking EBT balances, tracking deposits, and staying informed about benefits changes can be cumbersome, adding stress to already financially volatile situations.
Solution
Propel offers a free mobile app that simplifies benefits management for SNAP recipients. The app allows users to instantly check their EBT balance, receive automatic deposit alerts, and access exclusive savings on groceries, phone plans, and other essentials. Propel also provides clear, straightforward alerts about benefits changes and connects users to local jobs, helping them stay informed and save money. With a user-friendly interface and top-tier security features like EBT card locking, the app centralizes benefit management in one place, reducing friction and empowering users to make the most of their government assistance.
Target Audience
Primary users are low-income Americans who receive government benefits, particularly SNAP households, as well as those eligible for WIC, Medicare, and Medicaid. The platform reaches 1 in 4 SNAP households across the United States.
Features
- Instant EBT balance checking within seconds, available anytime and anywhere
- Automated deposit alerts that notify users when their benefits are loaded
- Exclusive savings and grocery deals on everyday essentials like food and phone plans
- Clear, simple benefits updates to keep users informed about changes to their assistance
- Connects users to local job opportunities
- Top-tier security features including EBT card locking to prevent theft and block out-of-state or online spending
- Over 1 million 5-star ratings and 5+ million active users