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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Short Hills, Essex County, New Jersey β€” 2026

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

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