USDA’s goal across all summer nutrition programs is simple: Connect children with nutritious food during the summer months to help them grow and thrive. The interim final rule published this week is an important step forward in increasing access to these services
This document describes the methods by which Summer EBT agencies conduct verification for Summer EBT applications.
Technical assistance resources for Summer EBT implementing agencies to determine eligibility and meet program implementation deadlines.
These Q&As provide additional information on program administration, eligibility, certification, EBT benefits, and financial management. The new Q&As are incorporated into the previous set and can be distinguished by the label [NEW!] before each question. Some questions from previous rounds have been edited with additional information and can be distinguished with the label [REVISED] before each question. They expand upon previously released Summer EBT guidance and answer the most frequently asked questions of the Summer EBT Program.
This question and answer document provides technical assistance on issues directly related to SNAP EBT processors – and those working with such processors – on implementing Summer EBT.
FNS is conducting additional demonstration projects to expand the evaluation of direct certification with Medicaid for both free and reduced price meal eligibility in NSLP and SBP.
SUN Bucks is a program that provides grocery-buying benefits for eligible school-aged children during the summer when schools are closed.
We support nutrition assistance programs with educational resources to promote and improve produce safety practices in their operations.
FNS is aware that schools in multiple states are experiencing milk supply chain challenges related to packaging issues. This memorandum provides state agencies with information about existing authority related to schools and other child nutrition program operators experiencing inadequate milk supply. FNS encourages state agencies to use this authority when needed to support program operators impacted by the current milk packaging challenges.
On Oct. 26, 2023, FNS held a webinar providing an overview of the memo SEBT 01-2024, FM 01-2024, Summer EBT Administrative Funding Guidance for States and ITOs. This webinar provided specific information on the process by which administrative funding was provided to operate the program in fiscal year 2024.