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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Castine, Hancock County, Maine β€” 2026

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

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