SUN Bucks Information

SUN Bucks Summer Food Program Renewed For Kids in 2026! 

California’s Summer EBT program, known as SUN Bucks, is returning in 2026. This food program provides families $40 per month for food in June, July, and August ($120 total) when children do not have access to school meals.
 
Children who receive CalFresh, CalWORKS, and/or Medi-Cal are automatically enrolled. 

Children who are in foster care, experiencing homelessness, attending Head Start, and/or are considered a runaway are also categorically eligible and may be automatically enrolled.
*Some children may still need to complete a SUN Bucks application.

For children who do not fall into these categories, please fill out a SUN Bucks application.

SUN Bucks Application

SUN Bucks Online Application

Participating in SUN Bucks does not affect a family’s immigration status. Visit our FAQs page for more information.
For cardholder assistance, the SUN Bucks helpline is available at (877) 328-9677. The helpline provides automated support 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Live agents are available Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. To check your benefit balance and claim status, visit the California EBT cardholder website.

What are SUN Bucks           Who is Eligible

 How to Get SUN Bucks         How to Submit a Dispute 

FAQs                                        Other Food Resources

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Last Updated: May 16, 2025