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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in East Helena, Lewis And Clark County, Montana — 2026

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

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
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185% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — East Helena, 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.

📝 How to Apply — East Helena, Montana
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in East Helena: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online — Fastest
Visit www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program — available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone — 211
Call Mon–Fri business hours for East Helena residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Lewis And Clark County Office
Visit offices near East Helena. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — East Helena
  • Minimal — self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs — Emergency Food Assistance in East Helena
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in East Helena, Montana?
Residents of East Helena, Lewis And Clark 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 East Helena?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program, call 211, or visit Lewis And Clark County office.
Is there a Emergency Food Assistance office in East Helena?
The nearest office is in Lewis And Clark County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in East Helena, Montana
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits
🚀 Apply for Emergency Food Assistance
Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 211 ← Back to Lewis And Clark County
🔔 Montana Alerts 2026
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📌 All Benefits in East Helena
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks