SUN Bucks Outreach Materials

Help us spread the word about SUN Bucks!

Find it, PIN it, Keep it!

Share this message throughout May and June 2026. It’s designed to be shared by schools and other community partners to ensure families have access to their SUN Bucks card for 2026 issuance. 

Flyer

SUN Bucks Find it, PIN it, Keep it themed flyer

Social Media Graphic

SUN Bucks Find it, PIN it, Keep it themed social post

Sample Messaging

  1. SUN Bucks are almost here! Do you have your card?  If you received benefits in 2025 and used your card, you can keep the same card for 2026. Find it, PIN it, Keep it! New families and those who did not use their card in 2025 will be mailed a new card!
    If you don’t have your card you can request one through your DTA Connect account or by calling the SUN Bucks Hotline at 855-425-8770.
  2. SUN Bucks benefits are issued to a SUN Bucks card. If you got benefits in 2025 and used your card, remember to Find it, PIN it, Keep it! Families new to SUN Bucks and those who did not use their cards in 2025 will be mailed a new card.
    Need a replacement card? No problem! You can request one through your DTA Connect account or by calling the SUN Bucks Hotline at 855-425-8770.
     

SUN Bucks Application Open

Share this message throughout April 2026. It’s designed to be shared by schools and other community partners to raise peer-to-peer awareness of the SUN Bucks Program and promote how families can apply and learn more about the program. 

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SUN Bucks Application Flyer for schools
Customizable SUN Bucks Application Flyer for schools

Sample Template

Social Media Graphic

SUN Bucks social media graphic for schools
Customizable SUN Bucks social media graphic for schools

Sample Template

Sample Messaging

  1. Yup… It’s back! SUN Bucks provides $120 in extra grocery benefits for each eligible child in our community. Many eligible children are automatically enrolled in SUN Bucks through other programs they already participate in.
    But, some eligible families will need to apply. Help spread the word to let families know that it’s easy to apply at DTAConnect.com/SUNBucks
  2. Families can apply for SUN Bucks at DTAConnect.com/SUNBucks or through a paper application, available at your child’s school! 
    Many eligible children will be automatically enrolled in SUN Bucks through other programs they already participate in.
  3. Remember, SUN Bucks is for families who could use the extra support with groceries over the summer. 
    If that’s you, it’s easy to apply! Find out more information about SUN Bucks at mass.gov/SUNBucks 
     

How to PIN your SUN Bucks Card Flyer

Step-by-step instructions to PIN your SUN Bucks card.

Social Media Graphics

Social media graphic of two kids outside eating fruit and smiling, trees in the background, the SUN Bucks, DTA, and DESE logos
Social media graphic of a boy eating a big piece of red watermelon outside, the SUN Bucks, DTA, and DESE logos
Social media graphic of two kids eating fruit outside standing up, kids in the background, the SUN Bucks, DTA, and DESE logos
Social media graphic of a little boy eating fruit outside, trees in the background, the SUN Bucks, DTA, and DESE logos

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  1. SUN Bucks helps kids and teens thrive in the summertime and beyond, making it easier for families to get nutritious food for their kids when school is out. Have questions about the program? Visit mass.gov/SUNBucks to learn more!
  2. SUN Bucks is a federally-funded program that helps low-income families with school-aged children buy food when schools are closed for the summer. Learn more at mass.gov/SUNBucks.

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