How Much Can Families Get from SUN Bucks in July 2025? Your Guide to Summer Food Stamps

For many families, summer means extra expenses, especially when kids lose access to free school meals.

The SUN Bucks program, also known as Summer EBT, helps fill that gap by providing funds for groceries during June, July, and August.

In July 2025, eligible families can receive up to $40 per school-age child to help cover grocery costs, ensuring children continue to have access to healthy meals during the summer break.

 

What Is SUN Bucks?

SUN Bucks is the summer extension of the EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) program led by the USDA.

It is designed to help families with children receive additional grocery funds when school is out.

Over the summer, families can receive $120 per child, divided into $40 per month for June, July, and August.

This benefit can help parents manage summer grocery bills, ensuring children continue to receive nutritious meals while at home.
 

How Much Will You Receive in July 2025?

In most states, including the 48 contiguous states and Washington D.C., families will receive $40 per child for July 2025.

If you’re unsure about what assistance you qualify for, take a look here.

In areas with a higher cost of living such as Alaska, Hawaii, or Puerto Rico, the amount may be higher, but for most families, the standard benefit remains $40 per child for the month.

 

Who Is Eligible for SUN Bucks?

Families may qualify automatically if they:

• Already receive SNAP, TANF, or FDPIR benefits

• Have children enrolled in a school participating in the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Program and qualify for free or reduced-price meals

If your family does not automatically qualify, you can apply directly through your state or tribal SUN Bucks program.

Eligibility will be based on household income limits and other requirements set by your local agency.

 

How Are SUN Bucks Distributed?

SUN Bucks funds are typically loaded onto an EBT card, which can either be your regular SNAP card or a separate SUN Bucks card.

Families can use these funds like a debit card at:

• Supermarkets

• Small grocery stores

• Farmers markets

• Online platforms that accept SNAP, including Amazon and Walmart

Funds cannot be used for hot prepared foods, pet food, medicine, or hygiene products.

 

Don’t Forget: SUN Bucks Funds Expire

Families should be aware that SUN Bucks funds expire 122 days after being loaded onto the card.

It is important to track your balance and use the funds within the allowed period to avoid losing the benefits.

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