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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in New Haven, South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut — 2026

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

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
CTState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — New Haven, Connecticut
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.

📝 How to Apply — New Haven, Connecticut
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in New Haven: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online — Fastest
Visit www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program — available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone — 211
Call Mon–Fri business hours for New Haven residents.
4
Apply In-Person — South Central Connecticut Planning Region Office
Visit offices near New Haven. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — New Haven
  • Minimal — self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs — Emergency Food Assistance in New Haven
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in New Haven, Connecticut?
Residents of New Haven, South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut with income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 211.
How to apply for Emergency Food Assistance in New Haven?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program, call 211, or visit South Central Connecticut Planning Region office.
Is there a Emergency Food Assistance office in New Haven?
The nearest office is in South Central Connecticut Planning Region. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in New Haven, Connecticut
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits
🚀 Apply for Emergency Food Assistance
Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 211 ← Back to South Central Connecticut Planning Region
🔔 Connecticut Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Emergency Food Assistance changes in Connecticut.
📌 All Benefits in New Haven
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks