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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Los Banos, Merced County, California β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Los Banos residents

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