Families across Arkansas may qualify for extra grocery benefits this summer through the Summer EBT program. Eligible families can receive $120 per child to help provide healthy meals while school is out.
Many students will automatically receive Summer EBT benefits if they are currently receiving SNAP, TEA, Medicaid Free, or Medicaid Reduced benefits during the school year. Other families may still qualify but will need to apply. The program is available for school-aged children ages 5–17.
Last year, Summer EBT helped more than 336,000 Arkansas children access nutritious food during the summer months. The program works alongside local Summer Meals programs to help keep students nourished and ready to learn.
Families can quickly check eligibility by visiting Arkansas Summer EBT Information Page.
If your child qualifies and is not automatically enrolled, you can apply online through Access Arkansas by selecting “Apply for New Benefits” and signing in or creating an account.
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