SUN Bucks, also known as Summer EBT, is a program that helps families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer. Families will get a one-time $120 benefit per year for each eligible child to help buy groceries during the summer months. Families are strongly encouraged to update their mailing address with their TANF, SNAP and the school their child attends in preparation for 2025 SUN Bucks benefits. The address on file will be used for delivering benefits

Who is eligible for SUN Bucks?

Click here to check eligibility and to see if you should apply.

Most children will automatically qualify for SUN Bucks if at any point since July 2024 they were either:

1. Enrolled at a school that offers the National School Lunch Program or School Breakfast Program AND individually approved for free or reduced-price meals at school.
2. Age 8-18 and a member of a household that receives benefits from the TANF or SNAP.

If your child is automatically enrolled, you will receive notification beginning in June 2025.

Do I need to apply for SUN Bucks?

If your child is not automatically enrolled, you can submit an online SUN Bucks application. Your child may still be eligible by application if they are both:

1. Enrolled at an NSLP or SBP participating school.
2. Living in a household with income that meets NSLP Income Eligibility Guidelines to qualify for free or reduced-price meals.

Online applications for SUN Bucks in 2025 are currently open through August 2025.

We encourage families to apply online for faster processing, but if you are unable to submit an application online, you may print, complete and mail a paper SUN Bucks application to:

DSHS Customer Service Center
P.O. Box 11669
Tacoma, WA 98411-6699

Paper applications are available in additional languages under Form 14-554.

How will I know my child has been enrolled into SUN Bucks?

Once eligibility is determined, each eligible child will receive an approval letter. A dedicated SUN Bucks card will be mailed separately and arrive about seven to 10 business days later. Families should keep their SUN Bucks card in case they are eligible for future benefits.

When will I get my SUN Bucks card?

Newly eligible children will receive a dedicated SUN Bucks card along with an approval notice with detailed program information. Children who received SUN Bucks in 2024 and kept their card will have benefits reloaded. For card replacements and other questions, families can call the dedicated SUN Bucks Contact Center.

Who do I call for help?

For questions about the SUN Bucks program or your benefits, please call the SUN Bucks Contact Center at 833-543-3230 (TTY: 800-833-6348) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday (except observed holidays).

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