How To Apply for SUN Bucks

Applying for SUN Bucks

Families who do not automatically qualify can apply year-round using the online application or the paper application that can be downloaded, completed and mailed to:

Families can also apply July 15 through August 31 by calling the Virginia SUN Bucks call center at 866-513-1414 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Las solicitudes para SUN Bucks 2026 serán tramitadas por VDSS a partir de mayo de 2026. Las escuelas y los departamentos locales no tramitan estas solicitudes.

Consejos de aplicación

• To apply for SUN Bucks, your child must be enrolled in a school that participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) or School Breakfast Program (SBP). Enrollment must be verified before eligibility can be determined.
• Provide your child's Student ID. The Student ID is used to verify enrollment and help process your application.
• Need help finding the Student ID? It can usually be found on your child's report card, student ID badge, or other school records. If you cannot find it, contact your child's school.
• Include all household members and enter the total number of household members in the space provided.
• Report all household income, including the amount, source, and how often the income is received.
• Sign and date the application before submitting it.
• Review your application before submitting it to ensure all required information has been completed.
• Incomplete applications may delay processing. If we are unable to obtain the information needed to determine your child's eligibility, your application may be denied.

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SUN Bucks Income Eligibility Guidelines

If your child is not automatically enrolled in SUN Bucks, they may still qualify based on your household income. If your household income is at or below the amount shown in the chart below, you should submit a SUN Bucks application.

Importante: Your child must attend a school that participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) or School Breakfast Program (SBP) to qualify through an application.