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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Santa Ana, Orange County, California β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Santa Ana residents

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