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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Brookdale, Santa Cruz County, California β€” 2026

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

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