For children who are automatically eligible or who were approved through a 2024 Summer EBT application, Summer EBT food benefits will start to be issued on May 22, 2025.
If your child was automatically eligible, you will receive a letter after benefits are issued, confirming their eligibility. If you signed up for email notification, you may also get a message when your child’s benefits have been sent.
For new applicants in 2025, benefits will start after your application is reviewed and approved. Application processing starts May 30, 2025. We will send you a notice by mail about your child’s eligibility within 15 days of your application being processed.