2026 SUN Bucks Benefit Distribution Information

SUN Bucks 2026 - Benefit Distribution

SUN Bucks, also known as Summer EBT, helps thousands of Kansas families with food insecurity feed their school-aged children during the summer months. SUN Bucks benefits will be distributed beginning May 27 for those who have received an approval letter. Families will receive a one-time benefit of $120 per year for each eligible child. SUN Bucks benefit distribution is anticipated according to the following schedule:

Date                            First Letter of Last Name

May 27                         A through G

May 28                         H through M

May 29                         N through S

May 30                         T through Z

Households that have opted in to receive text communications from the Department for Children and Families (DCF) may receive updates about the status of their SUN Bucks benefits from the number 51523. If a household would like to opt in to receive text messages about the status of their SUN Bucks benefits, they can do so by visiting the DCF Self-Service Portal at dcfapp.kees.ks.gov.

If a household did not receive a letter from DCF notifying them that their child is eligible for SUN Bucks, they may apply online at SUNBucks.dcf.ks.gov. SUN Bucks applications are accepted until 5 p.m. on Aug. 31, 2026, with benefits being issued after eligibility is determined.