Each year, the City of Boulder provides rebates to help compensate residents with lower incomes for the city sales tax they pay on food.
The program is currently preparing for the upcoming season. Applications will be accepted between April 15 and June 30.
Applications open on April 15, 2026. Staff will begin providing customer service for interested community members and applicants on April 15.
This year, rebates will be $108 for individuals and $332 for families.
Application forms must be received or be postmarked by June 30, 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to submit an application online, find more information in the ‘How to Apply’ section below.
Paper applications are available for pick up at 1101 Arapahoe Ave. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Friday. To request an application by mail, call 303-441-4261 or email foodtaxrebateprogram@bouldercolorado.gov.
Learn more about how Food Tax Rebate funds were distributed by viewing the dashboard below.
