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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Monroe, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana β€” 2026

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

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