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Programs in Washington
Washington programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
Basic Food
In Washington, SNAP is called Basic Food.
Basic Food helps eligible households pay for groceries.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhonePaperIn person
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
SUN Bucks Summer EBT
In Washington, Summer EBT is called SUN Bucks.
SUN Bucks gives eligible school-age children grocery money for the summer.
Ways to apply:Online
Washington State Department of Health
Women, Infants, and Children Nutrition Program
WIC provides food benefits and nutrition support to eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program
Participating schools serve free or reduced-price meals to eligible students.
Ways to apply:PaperIn person
Checked on October 8, 2026
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