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

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

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