The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA) will begin accepting school clothing allowance applications on July 7, 2025, for eligible children enrolled in West Virginia schools. All families must apply to be considered for eligibility. Each eligible child will receive a $200 benefit that may be used toward the purchase of appropriate school clothing or piece goods for families who sew clothing for their children.

How to apply

Families of children who are enrolled in West Virginia schools may be eligible for school clothing allowance benefits depending upon household income. The monthly income for a family of four may not exceed $3,380. Verification of income for July must be submitted with the application.

Income limits for the School Clothing Allowance Program for 2025:

Families may apply online at www.wvPATH.wv.gov or request a paper application be mailed to them by contacting their local DoHS office or by calling 1-877-716-1212. Applications must be received by July 31, 2025.

Benefit distribution

School clothing allowance program recipients will receive an electronic benefit transfer (EBT) card in place of the traditional paper voucher. This system change allows for both online transactions and an increased choice of vendors when purchasing school clothing or piece goods. The EBT card will operate like a debit card and can be used at any retailer who accepts EBT cash transactions. Parents or guardians of children in foster care will receive the school clothing allowance benefit as a check.

To update an address, visit www.wvPATH.wv.gov or call the DoHS Customer Service Center at 1-877-716-1212.