What Is Summer EBT 2025?
Summer EBT 2025 Deposit Dates: The Summer EBT 2025 program, also known as SUN Bucks, is a federally funded initiative that replaces the older P-EBT program. Its aim is to help low-income families provide nutritious meals to children during summer when school meals aren’t available.
Under this new program, each eligible child receives $120 in total during summer (usually $40 per month for June, July, and August).
Who Is Eligible?
Children are eligible for Summer EBT 2025 if they:
- Receive SNAP, TANF, FDPIR, or qualify through Medicaid.
- Attend a school participating in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and qualify for free or reduced-price meals.
- Are in foster care, homeless, or from migrant families.
How Are Payments Issued?
- Payments will be loaded to existing EBT cards (if any).
- If not, states will issue new Summer EBT cards and mail them to eligible families.
Summer EBT 2025 Deposit Dates (State-wise)
Here’s a look at estimated deposit timelines for Summer EBT 2025:
| State | Deposit Date (Estimate) |
|---|---|
| California | Starts June 2025 via mail |
| Illinois | Between May 19–26, 2025 |
| North Carolina | Late May 2025 |
| Ohio | By July 31, 2025 |
| New York | Begins June 2025 |
| Virginia | Starting June 13, 2025 |
Note: States may update their issuance timeline. Always check with your local Human Services office for confirmation.
What Can You Buy with SUN Bucks?
Funds can be used to purchase groceries such as:
- Fruits and vegetables
- Dairy and meat products
- Bread, cereal, and other staples
However, SUN Bucks cannot be used for:
- Hot/prepared foods
- Household items or toiletries
- Restaurant meals
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FAQs on Summer EBT 2025
Q1. Is P-EBT still available in 2025?
No, the P-EBT program ended in 2023. It has been replaced by the Summer EBT (SUN Bucks) starting 2024.
Q2. How much will each child get in 2025?
Each eligible child will receive $120 total for the summer, distributed in 1–3 payments.
Q3. Will I get a new card for Summer EBT?
If you don’t already have an EBT card, your state will issue a new Summer EBT card via mail.
Q4. What if I don’t receive the payment?
Contact your state’s EBT or Human Services office to report missing payments or card issues.
Q5. Can undocumented children receive SUN Bucks?
Eligibility depends on the child’s school meal status, not citizenship. If a child qualifies for free/reduced meals at an NSLP-participating school, they may qualify.
