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Summer EBT - SUN Bucks

What is Summer EBT/SUN Bucks

A new program called Summer EBT, or “SUN Bucks,” has been authorized by a bipartisan U.S. Congress to provide food dollars over the summer months to low-income families with school-aged children.  The program is proven to reduce food insecurity and improve children's nutrition during summer break.  Governor Shapiro’s administration announced that the Commonwealth would participate in this program beginning in the summer of 2024.  The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program, and the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) coordinates the benefit issuance in Pennsylvania.

If you receive Department of Health services you are automatically enrolled in this program.  If you DO NOT, please visit the website below for information on how you can enroll.

SUN Bucks: Pennsylvania’s Summer EBT program

SCHOOLS CANNOT ASSIST FAMILIES WITH SUMMER EBT/SUN BUCKS BENEFIT QUESTIONS.  SCHOOLS CANNOT ACCESS THE STATE'S SUMMER EVT/SUN BUCKS SYSTEM OR RECORDS.  IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE SERVICES FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, SUCH AS SNAP, TANF, MEDICAL ASSISTANCE, OR YOU ARE HOMELESS, YOU MUST ENROLL.