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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Spruce, Bates County, Missouri β€” 2026

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

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