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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Lincoln, Sussex County, Delaware β€” 2026

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

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