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Sun Bucks

 

Summer Grocery Benefits for KidsSUN Bucks (Summer EBT) helps families buy groceries for their children during the summer months when school meals are not available.Eligible children can receive: $120 per child ($40 per month for June, July, and August 2026)Benefits are loaded onto a California EBT card that can be used to purchase healthy food at participating stores.

Who Qualifies for SUN Bucks?

Most eligible families are automatically enrolled if their child:

  • Receives SNAP (CalFresh), TANF (CalWORKs), or FDPIR benefits
  • Is identified as homeless, in foster care, or part of a migrant family
  • Meets income eligibility guidelines

If your child is automatically eligible, you do not need to apply.

Need to Apply?

If you are NOT automatically enrolled, you may still qualify by completing a:
Universal Benefits Application (UBA)
Families only need to submit one application per household.

Important Deadline Reminder:
📬 Applications for Summer 2026 were due August 31, 2026. All applications received on or after September 1, 2026 will be reviewed for the Summer of 2027 window.

Apply Here:

Universal Benefits Application (UBA)

Applying for SUN Bucks:

  • Will NOT affect your immigration status
  • Will NOT impact your child’s access to free school meals

Important Reminder
📬 Please make sure your mailing address is current and up to date with your child’s school to avoid delays receiving your SUN Bucks card.

District Contact Information: 
sunbucks@mylusd.org

Frequently Asked Questions