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Beginning in 2024, New York State will launch Summer EBT, a new program that provides low-income families with food benefits to help cover the cost of groceries when school is out of session. Most eligible children will receive Summer EBT food benefits automatically; however, some families may need to apply.
New York State continues to distribute Pandemic EBT food benefits to all households with eligible children who receive free school lunch under the National School Lunch Act.
Learn about scams targeted at EBT cardholders, how you can protect your benefits, and how to apply for replacement of electronically stolen SNAP and Temporary Assistance benefits.
Use the new lock/unlock card feature to help you secure your EBT card and protect your benefits from scam-related theft.