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

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

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