Application process for TN COVID-19 pandemic EBT program extended to July 13

An extension deadline has been granted for applications for the COVID-19 pandemic food assistance program for families in Tennessee.

According to the Tennessee Department of Human Services, the deadline to apply for the pandemic EBT program has been extended to Monday July 13th at 5:30 p.m. It provides parents with $5.70 in food benefits per child each day that child qualifies. Children are eligible if they receive free or reduced meals at schools or attend a Community Eligibility provision school. The benefit is designed to replace meals lost during closures of schools over the last few months related to the pandemic.

Families can apply online and those who have questions can call the Tennessee Department of Human Services hotline at 1-833-496-0661.