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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Desert Shores, Imperial County, California β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Desert Shores residents

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
CAState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Desert Shores, California
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” Desert Shores, California
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in Desert Shores: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
3
Apply by Phone β€” 211
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Desert Shores residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Imperial County Office
Visit offices near Desert Shores. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Desert Shores
  • Minimal β€” self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs β€” Emergency Food Assistance in Desert Shores
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in Desert Shores, California?
Residents of Desert Shores, Imperial County, California with income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 211.
How to apply for Emergency Food Assistance in Desert Shores?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program, call 211, or visit Imperial County office.
Is there a Emergency Food Assistance office in Desert Shores?
The nearest office is in Imperial County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” California Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Emergency Food Assistance changes in California.