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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Pennington, Mercer County, New Jersey β€” 2026

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

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