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Resource | Federal Register Notices Interim Final Rule: Establishing the Summer EBT Program and Rural Non-Congregate Option in the Summer Meal Programs

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

12/29/2023
Resource | Training and Outreach Verification in Summer EBT

This document describes the methods by which Summer EBT agencies conduct verification for Summer EBT applications.

12/27/2023
Resource | Webinars/Videos Creating Successful Assessment Plans

This webinar provides guidance to current Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grant applicants on creating successful assessment plans for grant proposals and projects. 

12/13/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance Summer EBT Eligibility & Certification Flowcharts and Program Timeline

Technical assistance resources for Summer EBT implementing agencies to determine eligibility and meet program implementation deadlines. 

12/05/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance Summer EBT Questions & Answers

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.

11/21/2023
Resource | Grants Getting Your Grant Package Together

Webinar for applicants assembling their 2024 Farm to School Grant applications.

11/20/2023
Resource | Policy Memos Initial Guidance Regarding Food Benefits for Implementation of the Summer EBT Program by Indian Tribal Organizations Administering WIC

The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 authorized a permanent, nationwide Summer EBT Program beginning in 2024. This memorandum provides information to assist Indian Tribal Organizations in preparing to implement Summer EBT.

11/16/2023
Resource | Training and Outreach Summer EBT Questions & Answers for EBT Processors

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.

11/16/2023
Basic page SUN Bucks (Summer EBT) Implementing Agency Resources

SUN Bucks is a program that provides grocery-buying benefits for eligible school-aged children during the summer when schools are closed.

11/09/2023
Basic page Farm to School Census Partner Resources

This page offers resources to help state agencies, school food authorities, and their partners, prepare for and complete the Farm to School Census.

11/07/2023
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