How Do I Apply?
SEBT benefit applications can be completed online or you can contact DCBS at 855-306-8959 with questions.
The online Application will be available at https://KYSEBT.ky.gov/ or can be accessed through https://kynect.ky.gov/benefits/ starting June 22nd, 2024.
Kentucky Summer Electronic
Benefits Transfer (SEBT)
What is SEBT?
SEBT is intended to reduce hunger and food insecurity for students who lose access to free and reduced-price meals through the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP), during the summer when school is not in session.
Students may be eligible for summer nutrition assistance!
The SEBT Call Center is available
to assist you with all SEBT related questions.
Contact the DCBS Call Center at: 855-306-8959
If you have any questions about the SEBT program,
eligibility requirements, or when benefits will be available, scan the QR code or visit the SEBT
website at: https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dcbs/dfs/pages/sebt.aspx.
Need to Know More?
SEBT Covers Summer Months
Who is Eligible?
The following school aged students (aged 6-17 as of August 1st, 2023) are automatically approved for SEBT benefits and do not need to apply:
Students that do not fall into the above category but are within the income eligibility limits, can apply for SEBT benefits online.
June
July
August
Benefit Amount!
Households can expect to receive a one-time lump sum issuance of $120 ($40 per summer month) per eligible student, if approved.