The New Jersey Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Program, launched as part of an initiative to ensure children continue to receive nutritious meals even when school is out, This federally-funded program provides eligible families with an EBT card, similar to a debit card, which is pre-loaded with funds that can be used to purchase healthy food items at authorized stores statewide. Aimed at children who receive free or reduced-price meals during the school year, the Summer EBT program helps to bridge the nutritional gap during the summer break.
If your household already gets SNAP, TANF, Foster Care, or Income Eligible Medicaid benefits, or your child is an Identified Student, your child is automatically eligible and will get the Summer EBT benefit. You do not need to fill out a School Meals and Summer EBT Application, but make sure your local school district has your current address on file. You will receive a NJ Summer EBT card in the mail. Watch for the card in the mail in June.