What is SuN Bucks?
Missouri SuN Bucks (also known as “Summer EBT”) is a federal nutrition program that provides $120 per eligible child to help families buy groceries during summer months when school meals are not available.
Key Facts:
Benefit Amount: $120 per child (one-time payment for summer)
Eligible Ages: School-age children (age 7-17)
Operating Period: June 1 - August 31, 2026
How Delivered: Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card (like SNAP)
Where to Use: Any store that accepts EBT/SNAP
Application Deadline: August 31, 2026
Please note: Qualification guidelines have changed since last year. Each CEP school must upload a list of all students who are currently enrolled in their district, but not every child enrolled in a CEP school qualifies. The only children in CEP schools who are automatically Eligible are children who participate in SNAP, Temporary Assistance, or who are recognized as homeless or foster.
Families in CEP schools that are not automatically matched must apply for assistance by August 31, 2026, via the Missouri Family Support Division. This list will then be used to verify their enrollment if they submit an online application and are eligible for the benefit.