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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in The College of New Jersey, Mercer County, New Jersey — 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for The College of New Jersey residents

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
NJState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — The College of New Jersey, 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.

📝 How to Apply — The College of New Jersey, New Jersey
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in The College of New Jersey: $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 The College of New Jersey residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Mercer County Office
Visit offices near The College of New Jersey. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — The College of New Jersey
  • Minimal — self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs — Emergency Food Assistance in The College of New Jersey
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in The College of New Jersey, New Jersey?
Residents of The College of New Jersey, 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 The College of New Jersey?
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 The College of New Jersey?
The nearest office is in Mercer County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in The College of New Jersey, New Jersey
🍎 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 Mercer County
🔔 New Jersey Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Emergency Food Assistance changes in New Jersey.
📌 All Benefits in The College of New Jersey
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks