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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Hamlet, Mercer County, Illinois β€” 2026

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

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