Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (PEB-T) - Food support for families during COVID-19
What is PEB-T?
Additional food support for families during COVID-19
Families will receive $7.50 per child per day for every day school is closed.
Who will get a PEB-T card?
All Massachusetts families with school aged children who qualify for free or reduced price meals.
P-EBT benefits are available to households regardless of immigration status and are not considered in a public charge test.
One card per child will be provided for families not receiving DTA benefits.
Next Steps
Look for the card in the mail in May.
Set a PIN for your card. Instructions will be provided.
Cards can only be used at stores where DTA benefits are accepted. Find approved retailers near you:
https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/retailer-locator
Contact Us
FoodSource Hotline: 800-645-8333 Monday-Friday 8am-7pm Saturdays 10am-2pm Support in 160 languages
at 617-603-1671 and leave a message.
See attachments below for additional information.
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