Who is eligible for the Summer EBT benefits?

The Massachusetts Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer, or Summer EBT, program is designed to provide nutritional assistance to families with children who are eligible for free or reduced-price meals during the school year. Generally, children who are aged between five and eighteen years and are enrolled in a school district that participates in the National School Lunch Program may qualify for these benefits. Specifically, eligibility is primarily determined by the household's income and participation in programs such as Massachusetts Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP, or being enrolled in Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, commonly referred to as TAFDC. Children who receive benefits from either of these programs automatically qualify for Summer EBT. In addition, children who are enrolled in certain educational programs, including those provided through the Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance, may also be eligible. It is important for families to be aware that eligibility requirements can vary, and the specific circumstances of each household will influence their qualification for the Summer EBT benefits. To find more detailed information about eligibility, it would be helpful to visit the Massachusetts Summer EBT web page and review their resources or potentially reach out to local officials in charge of the program. The program seeks to ensure that eligible children continue to receive access to nutritious food during the summer months when school is not in session.