Summer EBT information for MN families
Summer EBT (Formally P-EBT) provides families with $120 per eligible school-aged child to buy groceries when school is out for the summer.
If you have questions about your particular case, contact the Summer EBT Helpline. You can reach them by calling 651-431-4608 or fill out the Summer EBT help form here: https://sebthelp.state.mn.us/.
For the latest information, check the DCYF Summer EBT webpage or check back here for updated information.
If you have lost your Summer EBT card and need to order a replacement, call EBT Customer Service at 888-997-2227. There is a $2 charge for replacement cards.
Summer EBT Flier – English Español
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR SUMMER EBT BENEFITS?
There are two ways you can be eligible for Summer EBT benefits:
1. Children are automatically enrolled if they are between the ages of 7-17 and a member of a household that participates in any of the following programs:
- Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP)
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
- Medical Assistance (MA)
- Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)
- Or is in foster care.
2. Children approved for free and reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program or School Breakfast Program and attends a school participating in either program between July 1, 2023 – August 31, 2024, is automatically enrolled. There are no age restrictions for children who qualify through the National School Lunch Program or School Breakfast Program application process.
IF I AM ELIGIBLE, WHEN WILL I RECEIVE BENEFITS?
Most children will receive their Summer EBT cards in August, including all those who are:
- Enrolled in MFIP, SNAP, TANF, FDPIR, MA or in foster care before May 31.
- Children whose applications for the free and reduced-price meal program were approved before May 31, 2024
Some children will receive their Summer EBT cards mid-October to early November, including:
- Enrolled in MFIP, SNAP, TANF, FDPIR, MA or in foster care after May 31, 2024.
- Children whose free or reduced-price meal applications were approved after May 31, 2024
HOW MUCH WILL I GET?
Each eligible child will receive a total of $120 for the summer period ($40 per month for June, July and August)
I ALREADY HAVE A CARD, WILL I GET A NEW ONE?
Yes, each family will get a new card. It is similar to a SNAP-EBT card.
Have questions or need more help with food?
If you qualify for P-EBT benefits, you might also be eligible for SNAP (also known as food stamps).
Use this SNAP Screener to find out if you are eligible and how much SNAP/EBT benefits you could receive. You can also reach out to the MN Food HelpLine by texting or calling 888-771-1151 or fill out this form to contact us.