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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Charleston, Tallahatchie County, Mississippi β€” 2026

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

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