Skyliners Youth Outreach

05/28/2026

The Louisiana Health Department will be issuing Sun Bucks this summer while kids are on summer break. SUN Bucks will be added to the EBT cards of children who are automatically enrolled starting May 27.

They will continue to be issued as applications are approved and additional children become eligible through SNAP, Family Independence Temporary Assistance (FITAP), Kinship Care Subsidy Program (KCSP), or income-based Medicaid.

Most eligible children will receive SUN Bucks automatically and do not need to apply. You do not need to apply if:

Your child was born between Aug. 20, 2007, and July 1, 2020, and received SNAP, FITAP, KCSP, or income-based Medicaid benefits at any time between July 1, 2025, and Aug. 20, 2026.
Your child attends a school that participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) or School Breakfast Program (SBP), and was individually approved to receive free or reduced-price school meals.
You will need to apply for SUN Bucks if your child attends a Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) school where all students receive free meals, but your family did not complete an NSLP or SBP application.

Families who believe they may be eligible based on income should apply by Aug. 20 at louisiana.summerebtapp.com.

Homeschooled or virtual school students must receive SNAP, FITAP, KCSP, or income-based Medicaid to be eligible for SUN Bucks.

Children enrolled in SNAP will receive SUN Bucks on their existing SNAP EBT card. Families who received SUN Bucks in 2024 or 2025 will receive their child’s 2026 benefit on the same card. New participants not enrolled in SNAP will receive a preloaded EBT card by mail in a white envelope addressed to their child. Cards for eligible children in the same family may arrive separately.

SUN Bucks benefits must be used within 122 days of issuance. Any remaining balance after that time will expire and cannot be reissued.

For program details and answers to frequently asked questions, visit ldh.la.gov/page/sun-bucks or call the SUN Bucks helpline at 833-323-7482.

La. SUN Bucks provides families with a one-time payment of $120 per eligible school-aged child (ages 5-8) to buy groceries during the summer break.

05/05/2026

💙 Why Donate to Skyliners Youth Outreach?
1. Meeting Basic Needs
Skyliners Youth Outreach provides essential resources like food, clothing, hygiene items, and school supplies to underserved youth—helping them feel safe, confident, and cared for.
2. Supporting Youth Development
The organization focuses on helping young people grow into healthy, successful adults by addressing real-life challenges and providing guidance, mentorship, and life skills.
3. Fighting Food & Housing Insecurity
From hot meals and holiday baskets to referrals for shelter and services, your donation helps families and youth facing tough situations get the support they need.
4. Promoting Health & Well-Being
They provide hygiene kits, mental health resources, and community outreach efforts that improve both physical and emotional health for youth.
5. Creating Positive Community Impact
Every donation helps fund programs like back-to-school giveaways, coat drives, and youth events—making a real, visible difference in the community.
6. Investing in the Future
When you support youth, you’re shaping stronger communities. Helping kids today means building leaders, professionals, and role models for tomorrow.

04/23/2026

The Green Project

04/15/2026

Shoutout to one of our Skyliners volunteers- she’s always doing amazing things!!! Congrats; the sky is the limit!

03/08/2026

New Orleans is thrilled to host The Center for Literacy & Learning's 2026 Plain Talk Convention! 📖🎉

Plain Talk About Literacy and Learning is recognized as the nation's premier literacy institute for its clear focus on evidence-based reading research and learning strategies. Plain Talk invites teachers, coaches, psychologists, school administrators, and others to learn about numerous topics affecting education, including adolescent literacy, leadership, learning differences, and more.

Thank you to our convention sales team for welcoming these educators to our city to grow and learn together. New Orleans is conversations that shape the future of learning.

03/08/2026

Ok Post-Ball attendees, it’s that time of year again; it’s Prom Season; Skyliners is collecting new and gently used gowns and shoes to distribute to underserved Seniors

02/24/2026

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Click the link to join our new fundraising efforts.

This project would be to teach kids a life skill. (Sewing)

02/06/2026

01/25/2026

Please share information ℹ️ City Of New Orleans Warming Center To Open: Rosenwald will have cots, meals, water, coffee, and outlets to charge devices.

Text NOLAREADY to 77295 for updates. Call 3-1-1 for 24/7 non-emergency costumer service.