Summer Meals and SUN Bucks
Free Summer Meals for Kids
Children ages 18 and younger can receive free meals at three White Bear Lake Area Schools locations while school is out for the summer.
- No enrollment or registration is required.
- There is no cost.
- Children do not need to attend White Bear Lake Area Schools.
- People ages 19 and older who have a mental or physical disability and participate in a public or private school program during the school year may also qualify.
- Meals follow USDA nutrition guidelines.
Find serving times, locations, and other details through the Free Meals for Kids app.
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SUN Bucks Summer Grocery Benefits
SUN Bucks, also known as Summer EBT, provides eligible families with $120 in grocery benefits for each qualifying child. Benefits can be used at grocery stores and other retailers that accept SNAP.
Who Is Eligible for SUN Bucks?
School-age children may qualify if their household meets income guidelines or participates in an eligible assistance program. Immigration status does not affect eligibility.
Many eligible children are enrolled automatically, including children whose households receive SNAP, TANF or Medicaid benefits and children approved for free or reduced-price educational benefits through their school district.
When Will Benefits Arrive?
Benefits are expected to arrive between mid-May and September 2026. Families will receive a SUN Bucks EBT card for each eligible child.
Questions About SUN Bucks?
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