S-EBT will be a permanent, national initiative that launches in the summer of 2024. It is the outcome of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, a federal statute that was passed in December 2022. It provides additional assistance, such as SNAP, to families with kids to assist with summertime food expenses. S-EBT is not a new program in Connecticut; in fact, we were among the first to pilot it in 2011. S-EBT improves access to wholesome food and reduces food insecurity.
Eligibility Criteria for Summer EBT 2024
- When children live in households that receive SNAP, they are immediately deemed eligible.
- Summer EBT does not have any citizenship requirements, and it will not be subject to the public charge rule.
- The entire household income must be at or below 185% of the federal poverty threshold in order to qualify for Summer EBT.
- Families will need to certify that their monthly income does not surpass 185% when submitting their applications for Summer EBT.
Summer EBT 2024 Payout
During the summer, families will receive a total of $120 for each qualified child ($40 per month).
- $120 for one child;
- $240 for two;
- $360 for three;
- $120 for each additional child.
In the same way as SNAP benefits, these can be spent at grocery stores and other retailers who accept EBT.
How S-EBT Card Works?
- An S-EBT card with SUN Bucks will be mailed to your house or another specified mailing address.
- Each eligible youngster will receive a new SUN Bucks card from you.
- The S-EBT card functions similarly to a debit card.
- Food (apart from prepared or heated items) can be purchased with SUN Bucks at farmers markets, supermarkets, and other establishments that accept CalFresh EBT benefits.
- After S-EBT benefits are placed onto the card, SUN Bucks must be utilized within 122 days.