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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in South El Monte, Los Angeles, California — 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for South El Monte residents

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
CAState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — South El Monte, 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.

📝 How to Apply — South El Monte, California
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in South El Monte: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online — Fastest
Visit www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program — available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone — 211
Call Mon–Fri business hours for South El Monte residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Los Angeles Office
Visit offices near South El Monte. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — South El Monte
  • Minimal — self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs — Emergency Food Assistance in South El Monte
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in South El Monte, California?
Residents of South El Monte, Los Angeles, California with income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 211.
How to apply for Emergency Food Assistance in South El Monte?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program, call 211, or visit Los Angeles office.
Is there a Emergency Food Assistance office in South El Monte?
The nearest office is in Los Angeles. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in South El Monte, California
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits
🚀 Apply for Emergency Food Assistance
Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 211 ← Back to Los Angeles
🔔 California Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Emergency Food Assistance changes in California.
📌 All Benefits in South El Monte
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks