What is Missouri SUN Bucks?
Missouri SUN Bucks is a program to help families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer months of June, July, and August. Families will get a one-time $120 benefit per qualifying child loaded onto an EBT card. These funds can be used to buy nutritious foods at authorized locations. Eligible children can also participate in other summer meal programs, and receiving SUN Bucks has no effect on immigration status. To receive information on the status of the program, subscribe to receive email updates.
Is my child eligible?
Children may be automatically eligible for Missouri SUN Bucks and will not need to apply for the program if they meet any of the following:
- The child is age 7-17 and already participates in SNAP & Temporary Assistance, or
- The child is age 7-17 and has active Medicaid coverage and lives in a household with income at 185% or below the federal poverty level, or
- The child is age 7-17 and is in foster care, homeless, or a migrant, or
- The child is enrolled in school and has an approved application for free or reduced price school meals.
Should I apply?
Use the Eligibility Navigator to see if you should apply for Missouri SuN Bucks. Household income requirements must be met to qualify for the program.
How to apply
Before applying for Missouri SuN Bucks, please check the eligibility navigator. This will help you determine if you need to apply. Applications for Missouri SuN Bucks are being accepted through August 31, 2026. Applications will not be accepted after the deadline for Summer 2026.
Complete the MOSB-1 and return it to the Family Support Division.
Submit documents or applications along with your date of birth and SSN or DCN by:
- Online: mydssupload.mo.gov
- Fax: 573-526-9400
- Mail: Family Support Division, PO Box 2700, Jefferson City, MO 65102
