I saw that too and was not happy about this so i did a little research. heres what i found in wikepedia...
"Through EBT, a recipient uses his/her EBT card to make purchases at participating retailers. Food stamp benefits can only be used to purchase food items authorized by the USDA's SNAP program. Cash benefits may be used to purchase any item at a participating retailer, as well as to obtain cash-back or make a cash withdrawal from a participating ATM.
State agencies work with contractors to procure their own EBT systems for delivery of SNAP and other state-administered benefit programs. In the United States, all SNAP benefits are now being issued via EBT.
For example, in the SNAP program, recipients apply for their benefits in the usual way, by filling out a form at their local food stamp office. Once eligibility and level of benefits have been determined, information is transferred to the state's EBT contractor and an account is established in the participant's name, and SNAP benefits are deposited electronically in the account each month. A plastic debit card, similar to a bank card, is issued and a personal identification number (PIN) is assigned or chosen by the recipient to give access to the account. Recipients are offered the opportunity to change the PIN at any time, and are offered ongoing training if they have any problems accessing the system."
John Lewis Bluewater is a high end department store that stocks many very nice brands and products. Some of their products include household goods and clothing.
The list of products includes various items such as electronics, clothing, accessories, and household goods.
John Lewis is the department store franchise branch owned by the John Lewis Partnership. Being that it is a archetypal department store, at John Lewis you can find electronics, clothing, household appliances, sporting goods, home and garden needs, childrenäó»s clothing and toys, and more.
Hudson Bay Company, Walmart, Canadian Tire, to name a few. The trade industry supplies clothing, goods, automotive products, drug products, household goods, building materials; items which are most commonly found in department and chain stores.
Some other household products that can be reused include glass jars, plastic containers, coffee grounds for composting, old clothing for rags or donation, and furniture that can be repurposed or refurbished.
El Corte Ingles is a department store that sells items such as clothing, jewelry, shoes, furniture, bedding, beauty products, and household items. They have been in business since 1940.
John Lewis Kingston is a department store that is located in the United Kingdom. They carry products in many categories including, but not limited to, Home, Women's Clothing, Men's Clothing, Children's Clothing, Toys, Shoes, and Fragrances.
Sears is a department store based in the USA. It sells clothing and footwear, as well as many household items such as furniture and appliances. There are also Sears Grand stores which sell, in addition to the regular Sears products, health and beauty products, toys, and home decor.
Dior sells a vast array of designer products such as fashion clothing and shoes, perfumes, beauty products and jewelry. These products are sold as retail in department stores.
The Kohl's department store offers customers a wide variety of clothing options for every member of the family as well as accessories and footwear. Some other items sold include bathing products, home care products, and bedding.
JCPenney or JCP is a department store that offers a multitude of products to its consumers. Clothing for men, women and children are available in each store. In addition, there are shoes, handbags, clothing accessories (i.e. belts), bed and bath products, perfume and jewelry all for sale.
Bergdorfs Department Store, located in New York City was founded in 1899 By Herman Bergdorf. The store offers many products, including Clothing, Footwear, Bedding, Beauty Products, Jewelry, Furniture, and Housewares.