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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Kearny, Hudson County, New Jersey β€” 2026

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

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