Millions of families struggle with food insecurity every summer when school is out.
Income loss due to the pandemic has only exasperated the situation.
If youre worried about how to put food on your familys table, help is out there.
The USDA standard benefit amount is $375 per eligible child over the course of the summer.
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Currently,28 stateshave been approved to operate Pandemic EBT programs over the summer.
Money is generally distributed in two or three disbursements throughout the summer.
you’re able to also locate a nearby site by texting Summer Meals to 97779 or calling 1-866-348-6479.
USDA National Hunger Hotline
TheUSDA National Hunger Hotlinecan help families seeking food assistance.
Call 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479) Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. E.T.
to reach the hotline.
If you need assistance in Spanish, call 1-877-8-HAMBRE (1-877-842-6273).
Waivers will also be given to provide free meals for kids in daycare and preschool programs.
If your students are still learning virtually, youll be able to pick up meals to eat at home.
Check with your childs school or child care provider to see if they are participating in this program.
Nicole Dow is a senior writer at The Penny Hoarder.
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