**Does legal status of the child affect eligibility for P-EBT? Will school aged children who are undocumented non-citizens enrolled in a free/reduced lunch school program receive the P-EBT benefits?North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is utilizing data from the Department of Public Instruction for free and reduced lunch only. Eligibility will be determined based on the enrollment of a child in that program. Any child that receives free/reduced lunch qualifies. There are no other filtered criteria.
For other Frequently Asked Questions about the program and how to receive benefits click HERE or on the title of the program above.
All families with one or more children, under age 18, in their household who normally have access to free and reduced lunch at school are eligible for P-EBT benefits. Due to school closures caused by COVID-19 pandemic, these households are now eligible to receive a benefit on an EBT card to help them buy food for their children.
Food Resources
Food Resources
Groceries for neighbors in need at pantries located throughout Mecklenburg County, NC
Groceries for neighbors in need at pantries located throughout Mecklenburg County, NC
To provide the best experience, visits to Loaves & Fishes pantries are by referral only. CLICK HERE to submit a referral OR contact your school staff; School Social Worker, Elementary or Middle School Counselor.
