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.

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