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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Big Mound, Wayne County, Illinois β€” 2026

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

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