As families across Tennessee work toward healthier eating resolutions this new year, many face a harsh reality: grocery choices often come down to cost.
For low-income families, the Summer EBT program provided crucial support in 2024. It offered $120 to help bridge the gap when school meals were not available during the summer.
Tennessee has not submitted a plan to participate in Summer EBT for 2026, leaving families uncertain about summer food assistance once again. The state did not accept the funding in 2025 either…