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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Bay St. Louis, Hancock County, Mississippi β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Bay St. Louis residents

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