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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on June 30, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Ohio, we recommend that you visit the state's Department of Health website

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Description of Program and Relief

Ohio P-EBT (Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer) Program for School-Aged Children

The Pandemic-Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) program provides children in kindergarten through twelfth grade eligible for free or reduced-price meals with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as food stamps) benefits.

Government or Lead Agency

Ohio Department of Job and Family Services & Ohio Department of Education

Dates Available

Effective immediately

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

If a child was eligible for free and reduced-price meals as of 4/29/20 as determined by the school, they are eligible for P-EBT benefits.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A.

Contact for More Information

If you have any questions, contact the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services at 866-244-0071.

List of Additional Information

For additional information, please visit: https://jfs.ohio.gov/ofam/p-ebt.stm.


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