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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Penn, Stark County, Illinois β€” 2026

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

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