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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Hays, Blaine County, Montana β€” 2026

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

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