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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in San Jose, Santa Clara County, California β€” 2026

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

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