Food-Assistance

National School Lunch Program: More Than Just Free Food

A comprehensive guide to the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), helping families access free or reduced-price meals and unlocking hidden educational benefits.

Type: Benefit Amount: Free or Reduced-Price Meals (approx. value $1,500/year per child) Deadline: Apply anytime during the school year Location: United States

Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program

Provides low-income seniors with access to locally grown fruits, vegetables, honey, and herbs while supporting farmers markets, roadside stands, and community supported agricultural programs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Not specified on USDA page Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

SUN Bucks (Summer EBT): How to Get $120 Per Child for Groceries

A complete guide to the new SUN Bucks program, providing $120 per eligible child to help families buy groceries during the summer break.

Type: Benefit Amount: $120 per eligible child (Summer 2025) Deadline: Varies by state (typically late spring/early summer) Location: United States

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Monthly food benefits that help low-income households buy healthy groceries in authorized retail stores.

Amount: Varies by household size and income Deadline: Rolling Location: United States