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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in San Mateo, San Mateo County, California β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for San Mateo residents

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