What is Summer EBT?
Summer EBT is a new program that provides nutritious food to eligible students in the summer months when they are not in school.
Who is eligible for Summer EBT?
Students who may be eligible for Summer EBT include:
- Those who qualify for free or reduced-price meals while attending a school participating in the National School Lunch Program or School Breakfast Program
- Those who are receiving other assistance benefits, including SNAP, Medicaid or Colorado Works
How do I get Summer EBT?
Many families will automatically receive Summer EBT if their student qualifies for free or reduced-price school meals or if they participate in SNAP, Medicaid or Colorado Works.
An EBT card will be mailed to each eligible student. To prepare for this, make sure your student's school has a current address and parent/guardian information. If you are receiving SNAP, Colorado Works or Medicaid, make sure your case has a current address on file.
When will Summer EBT be available?
Summer EBT payments will begin being sent in early summer 2024.
How much will I receive?
You will receive a single payment of $120 for each eligible child in your family.
Nondiscrimination statement
Read the USDA Nondiscrimination Statement.
Toolkit for outreach partners
CDHS has created an outreach toolkit to help government and community partners get the word out about Colorado's Summer EBT program.