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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Silver Spring, Montgomery, Maryland — 2026

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

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
MDState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — Silver Spring, Maryland
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.

📝 How to Apply — Silver Spring, Maryland
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in Silver Spring: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online — Fastest
Visit www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program — available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone — 211
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Silver Spring residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Montgomery Office
Visit offices near Silver Spring. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — Silver Spring
  • Minimal — self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs — Emergency Food Assistance in Silver Spring
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in Silver Spring, Maryland?
Residents of Silver Spring, Montgomery, Maryland with income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 211.
How to apply for Emergency Food Assistance in Silver Spring?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program, call 211, or visit Montgomery office.
Is there a Emergency Food Assistance office in Silver Spring?
The nearest office is in Montgomery. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in Silver Spring, Maryland
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits
🚀 Apply for Emergency Food Assistance
Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 211 ← Back to Montgomery
🔔 Maryland Alerts 2026
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📌 All Benefits in Silver Spring
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks