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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Bear Grove, Fayette County, Illinois β€” 2026

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

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