Summer EBT
Summer EBT is a new federal program to help families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer. Families will receive $120 for each eligible child to buy groceries during the summer. Children who receive Summer EBT benefits can still participate in other summer meal programs.
How does Summer EBT work?
In New Jersey, Summer EBT benefits will be loaded onto an EBT card and mailed to your home. If eligible, you can use the benefits to buy food like fruits, vegetables, meat, whole grains, and dairy at grocery stores, farmers markets, and other places that accept WIC or SNAP EBT benefits. Summer EBT is a convenient way for you to help your children thrive.
Is my child eligible for Summer EBT?
Your child is eligible for Summer EBT benefits if:
Your household already receives SNAP, TANF, or Foster Care benefits,
OR
You have completed a School Meals (Free/Reduced) and Summer EBT Application, and your household income meets the requirements for federal free or federal reduced price school meals.
How do I apply for Summer EBT benefits in NJ?
If your household already completed a School Meals (Free/Reduced) and Summer EBT Application and your child was approved for Federal Free or Federal Reduced Price School Meals, your child is automatically eligible and will get the Summer EBT benefit. You do not need to fill out another application, but make sure the school district has your current address on file. You will receive a NJ Summer EBT card in the mail. Watch for the card in the mail in June.
If your child is not automatically eligible through SNAP, TANF or Foster Care benefits and you did not complete and return a School Meals (Free/Reduced) and Summer EBT Application to your child’s school, but believe your child may qualify, you are encouraged to complete a School Meals (Free/Reduced) and Summer EBT Application, to see if you qualify for the Federal Summer EBT benefit.
Applications will still be accepted throughout the summer. To apply for Summer EBT benefits please see the School Meals (Free/Reduced) and Summer EBT Application Site for more information on how to complete the application.
For questions please email cafeteria@burltwpsch.org.