The federally-funded program provides $120 in food benefits per child RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif.— In a concerted effort to combat hunger among children during the summer months, California will be one of the first states in the nation to launch the SUN Bucks program, also known as Summer EBT. Starting this month, families throughout the state will receive $120 for each eligible child, empowering them to purchase groceries and ensure nutritional security throughout the summer. This new federal food program will be in addition to existing initiatives available within communities such as summer meals, CalFresh, and Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). SUN Bucks will operate similarly to CalFresh but will specifically cater to the needs of families with eligible school-aged children during the summer months. Led by the California Department of Social Services in collaboration
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