Are you one of the families whose kids qualified for free or reduced meal prices before the pandemic? With schools closed and the financial instability, there is a lot of burden for families who were getting the free meal plans’ benefits earlier. If you are one of those families, you should have by now received details of Dtaconnect com Pebt.
If you have any confusion about the program, or have difficulties operating the card, please read on as we tell you all about it. This is one of the many benefit plans extended in the United States for people who have taken a significant hit by the pandemic.
What is a Pandemic EBT card?
P-EBT (Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer) cards aim to provide support in terms of food to families who were earlier availing of the free meal plan’s benefits. A collaboration of DTA with DESE led to the foundation of this program in the United States. This card does not have any effect on the immigration status of the students.
The program will cover costs for the missed school meals and provide support to over 470,000 students along with their families. The students who already had an EBT card will receive the benefits on their existing cards, and others will receive a mail with the card.
Dtaconnect com Pebt should help rule out any queries that you have. In case you have lost the card, there is also a section on the website where you can apply for a replacement card by submitting details of the student.
If you want to spread the work and want others to know about it, there are flyers and graphics available on the official website.
P-EBT Eligibility, Benefits and other Details
You would have received a letter from the Department of Transitional Assistance if you are eligible for this program. When you receive the card, make sure you activate it as soon as possible.
You can head to Dtaconnect com Pebt if you have any confusion about the card activation or if you want to check your balance. With the last four digits of the card, you can set your pin and enjoy the benefits that come with the card. You can also call the number at the back of the card and follow instructions to activate it.
Each eligible family gets approximately $5.86 per day per child. This amount can vary for different students. Many retailers, including Amazon and Walmart, accept the P-EBT card.
Final Views
With the delay in the opening of schools and classes happening remotely, the Pandemic EBT is an excellent help to the students’ families. If you were availing of the benefits of the National School Lunch Program, you qualify for the card. Please head to Dtaconnect com Pebt for any further details.
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