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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Dakota, Stephenson County, Illinois β€” 2026

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

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