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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in New Berlin, Sangamon County, Illinois β€” 2026

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

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