RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia is fighting summer hunger with a grocery benefit program for kids.
Virginia's SUN Bucks program will provide a one-time $120 benefit per eligible child starting in July.
Families already using SNAP benefits will see the money added to their existing cards. Other qualifying families will receive new cards in the mail.
The program has helped more than 713,000 children last year.
Most eligible kids are automatically enrolled if they receive free or reduced school meals, or if their families participate in certain assistance programs.
Others can apply online at virginiasunbucks.com or by calling (866) 513-1414 starting July 1.
Watch: Could you use $120 to buy food this summer? Here's how to find out if your family is eligible.
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