As a reminder,

  • The PEBT Call Center is closed.

  • Local DHS offices do not have any PEBT information

  • Per the PEBT Team at DHS the cards would be distributed by the holidays, specific holidays were not mentioned.

  • The birthdate used to activate the PEBT card is the date of birth on file with eSchool or the one submitted to the PEBT team

  • The customer service number on the back of the PEBT card, 1-800-997-9999, should be able to assist with activating the cards.

  • All communications with the PEBT Team are via email at 

    pebt@dhs.arkansas.gov

    .

  • The “missing PEBT cards” list was sent to the PEBT team on October 31; the “last chance” list was submitted on November 30.