The food tax rebate program in Boulder, Colorado, offers low-income residents an opportunity to receive $300 in free cash to help alleviate the financial burden of surging food prices. The program aims to mitigate the impact of city sales taxes on food for individuals with lower incomes. This initiative, which began in 1967, has become particularly relevant as inflation persists at 3.1 percent for the year ending in January. With the deadline for applications set for June 30, eligible residents are encouraged to take advantage of this assistance before time runs out.
To qualify for the food tax rebate in Boulder, Colorado, for the year 2023, individuals must meet specific criteria:
- Have a disability, be 62 years of age or older, or have had a child under 18 during 2023.
- Meet certain financial criteria, which for 2023 include:
- Making less than $46,500 for individuals,
- Making less than $53,150 for a family of two, or
- Making less than $66,400 for a family of four.
- Confirm residency in Boulder for the entire year.
The payments for eligible individuals and families are as follows:
- Individuals will receive $104.
- Families will receive $318.
These payment amounts represent an increase from the 2023 rebate amounts, reflecting the impact of widespread inflation faced by Boulder residents and Americans more broadly during that year.
It’s anticipated that thousands of residents will benefit from this rebate program. In 2023, Boulder reported approving 1,093 applications out of approximately 1,200 received. Of these approved applications:
- 679 payments went to seniors,
- 267 payments went to families, and
- The remainder went to individuals with disabilities. Altogether, Boulder allocated $162,000 in direct payments through this program.
