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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Penn Valley, Nevada County, California β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Penn Valley residents

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