CNP SME EBT benefits non appr

The Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service awarded the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services $11.76 million under the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer Program for Children (CFDA 10.646) on October 1, 2025, with completion on September 30, 2026.

The award funds the provision of EBT benefits to Delaware children who lose access to free and reduced-price meals through the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program during summer recess. Eligible children include those who were determined eligible for free or reduced-price school meals in the prior school year or during the summer, with some enrolled automatically through state administrative data and others required to apply. Benefits are loaded onto Summer EBT cards and used to purchase food from approved retailers during the summer period when school is not in session.

The recipient administers the program as the prime awardee without external subcontracting, maintaining direct responsibility for eligibility determination, benefit distribution, and program implementation across Delaware. This is a formula grant and a permanent, continually funded program rather than a time-limited competitive award.