19-05-2025
Nevada families to receive $120 summer grocery aid per eligible child
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — With summer break on the horizon and school cafeterias closing their doors, thousands of Nevada families are set to receive much-needed food assistance.
The Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (S-EBT) program will give each qualifying student $120 to help families buy groceries over the summer months.
'Programs like Summer EBT are essential for reducing childhood hunger,' Kelly Cantrelle, Deputy Administrator at the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services, said. 'Even a small amount of extra grocery support can ease the burden for working families during the summer months.'
DWSS expects as many as 280,000 Nevada children to qualify for benefits automatically this year, based on current enrollment in school meal programs and public assistance. Families who meet federal guidelines do not need to apply, benefits will be distributed automatically.
Households that received Summer EBT in 2024 will get this year's benefits on the same card, as long as their school information has not changed. Families new to the program or those with updated school records should expect a new card to arrive by mail within two to three weeks.
In 2024, the program distributed $37 million in grocery support across Nevada, with nearly 80% of those benefits used, highlighting the need for continued summer food assistance.
The deadline to apply is Aug. 10. For more information or to check eligibility, click here.
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