New York SUN Bucks — program and card help
USDA’s Summer EBT participating-areas map lists New York (USDA page updated August 14, 2026). Summer EBT, called SUN Bucks in many places, is a grocery benefit for school-age children when school is out for summer. This guide has not reviewed New York’s application rules, deadlines or card instructions, so use the official program contacts.
Official New York program contacts
New York Summer EBT program page
Program hotline listed by USDA: 1-833-452-0096
Source: www.fna.usda.gov · Source checked 2026-09-22. Check the official page for updates.
What to confirm with the program
- Whether your child is eligible and whether an application is needed.
- The current application deadline and any notices already sent to your household.
- Which card receives benefits, how to check payments and who handles a missing card.
Do not assume that free school meals mean automatic SUN Bucks enrollment, or that SUN Bucks uses your regular SNAP card. Follow the instructions from the program serving your household.
SUN Bucks status in every state
Other food help in New York
Find food pantries or search by ZIP code. Check a provider’s hours and requirements before travelling.
Feed America (EIN 92-1761881) publishes this guide. The government agency determines eligibility, payments and card support. Do not send us your card number, PIN or Social Security number.