EBT Community Council

Connect. Collaborate. Innovate.

We are thrilled to announce the EBT Community Council's Inaugural EBT Innovation Summit, taking place May 11-12, 2026 in Arlington, Virginia.

Be part of a groundbreaking event that brings together government leaders, industry innovators, and community advocates to shape the future of electronic benefit payments. Discover cutting-edge technologies, explore forward-thinking strategies, and network with the decision-makers driving EBT transformation.

Why you can't miss this event

Join thought leaders and innovators for forward-thinking discussions on:

Modernizing EBT systems

Cutting-edge fraud prevention and program integrity strategies

Key lessons from 2025 to drive smarter decisions

Next steps for online shopping and digital access

Innovations in card technology

Due to venue capacity, seats are limited. Register today.

View the tentative agenda

More information

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Pay by Credit Card

You can pay for your registration using a credit card on the registration site. The charge will show up as EBTCC or EBT COMMUNITY COUNCIL.

Other Forms of Payment

If you cannot pay by credit card, email conference@ebtcommunitycouncil.org as soon as possible to make other payment arrangements.

Discount and Complementary Registrations

The ECC will provide coupon codes to all individuals who will be eligible for discounted registration (speakers) or complementary registrations (from sponsorships). Use these codes at registration and the price will be discounted accordingly. Click here to register today.

If you have any issues using these codes, email conference@ebtcommunitycouncil.org.

Nearby Accommodations

The ECC has not negotiated a rate with a specific hotel for this event. There are a number of hotels in the area to choose from, including:

Embassy Suites by Hilton Crystal City National Airport
Marriott Crystal Gateway
Crowne Plaza Crystal City - Washington D.C.
DoubleTree by Hilton Washington D.C. - Crystal City
Marriott Crystal City at Reagan National Airport
Hampton Inn & Suites Arlington Crystal City DCA
Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport

"Best Value for the Money"

The host of the conference (Amazon) recommends the following two hotels as the "best value for the money."

Hampton Inn & Suites Arlington Crystal City DCA
Sheraton Pentagon City

You will be in great company

Don't see your organization represented already? Register now.

Alabama Department of Human Resources

American Public Human Services Association (APHSA)

Aspen Institute Financial Security Program

Arizona Department of Human Services

Burger, Carroll & Associates, Inc. (BCA)

California Department of Social Services

Center for Nutrition & Health Impact

Conduent

Custom Data Processing, Inc. (CDP)

Deloitte

Economic Services Administration, Division of Program Integrity

ESDS, Inc.

Farmers Food Assistance Bureau

FIS

Health Care Authority

Healthy Together

Innovative Management, LLC

Iowa WIC

JPMorgan Chase

Kentucky WIC Program

Maryland WIC Program

Maximus, Inc

Meals4Families

Alabama Department of Human Resources

Merchant Advisory Group

Michigan Department of Health & Human Services

Minnesota Department of Health: WIC Program

Morse

National Grocers Association Foundation (SEMTAC)

New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services

Osage Nation WIC

Propel

Soda Health, Inc. dba evermore

South Carolina Department of Social Services

State of Alabama - Department of Human Resources

State of Maine DHHS - OFI

TeamsVise

US Government Accountability Office (GAO)

WalMart

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Opportunities to stand out

Sponsorships and tabletop exhibits available—showcase your brand and connect with key decision-makers shaping the future of EBT.
For sponsorship inquiries, download this form and email it to conference@ebtcommunitycouncil.org.