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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Black Forest, El Paso County, Colorado β€” 2026

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

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