Using your SunBucks Benefits
Discover the versatility of SunBucks
SunBucks EBT cards function similarly to SNAP benefits. SunBucks empowers individuals to purchase SNAP-eligible foods, available at numerous grocery stores and convenience outlets nationwide.
How and where do I use my SunBucks EBT benefits?
Use it the same as SNAP benefits. SunBucks is used to purchase SNAP-eligible foods. These foods are sold at hundreds of grocers across the country. They are at convenience stores. They are at farmer’s markets. They are at other businesses that take SNAP. You can also use your card where you see the Quest logo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is not allowed?
Households CANNOT use SunBucks benefits to buy:
Beer, wine, liquor, cigarettes, or tobacco
Vitamins, medicines, and supplements. If an item has a Supplement Facts label, it is considered a supplement and is not eligible for SNAP purchase.
Live animals (except shellfish, fish removed from water, and animals slaughtered prior to pick-up from the store).
Foods that are hot at the point of sale
Any nonfood items such as:
Pet foods
Cleaning supplies, paper products, and other household supplies.
Hygiene items, cosmetics
How will I receive my SunBucks Benefits?
Your SunBucks allotment will be deposited into a new Electronic Benefits Card, SunBucks. The old card, used for Pandemic EBT will no longer be used. You can use the SunBucks EBT card to purchase food items your family needs.
What if I have more than one child? Will I get more than one SunBucks EBT Card?
Most households will get one SunBucks EBT card. It will be issued in the eldest child’s name. It will include benefits for all eligible children within the household. But this depends on the address. It also depends on guardian information on file. You might get more than one card. If you have questions about your SunBucks card call 1-800-283-4465.
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