@drjessicaknurick: Thanks to @Propel for sponsoring this video. Food insecurity for children and families often rises in the summer, when millions of kids lose access to the meals they normally get at school. One program that can help is SUN Bucks, or Summer EBT, which is a federal nutrition program that gives eligible families $120 per child to help buy groceries during the summer. But many families don’t know they qualify, and not every state is participating, which can make it confusing to figure out whether you need to apply or how to access the benefit. The Propel app is a free tool that can help families check their eligibility, understand whether they need to apply, and manage their EBT benefits in one place. If you think your family might qualify, or you want to help spread the word, here are a few places to start: ✔️Check your eligibility for SUN Bucks and manage your EBT benefits with the free Propel App. ✔️Find free summer meals near you using the USDA Summer Meals Site Finder. ✔️Support local food banks or donate to organizations helping families facing summer food insecurity.

Dr. Jess (PhD, RDN)

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Monday 22 June 2026 20:49:36 GMT