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

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

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
ILState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Brownstown, 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€” Brownstown, Illinois
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in Brownstown: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
3
Apply by Phone β€” 211
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Brownstown residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Fayette County Office
Visit offices near Brownstown. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Brownstown
  • Minimal β€” self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs β€” Emergency Food Assistance in Brownstown
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in Brownstown, Illinois?
Residents of Brownstown, 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 Brownstown?
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 Brownstown?
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.