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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in New Athens, St. Clair County, Illinois β€” 2026

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

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