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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in North Plainfield, Somerset County, New Jersey — 2026

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

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
NJState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — North Plainfield, 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 — North Plainfield, New Jersey
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in North Plainfield: $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 North Plainfield residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Somerset County Office
Visit offices near North Plainfield. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — North Plainfield
  • Minimal — self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs — Emergency Food Assistance in North Plainfield
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in North Plainfield, New Jersey?
Residents of North Plainfield, Somerset 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 North Plainfield?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program, call 211, or visit Somerset County office.
Is there a Emergency Food Assistance office in North Plainfield?
The nearest office is in Somerset County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in North Plainfield, 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 Somerset County
🔔 New Jersey Alerts 2026
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📌 All Benefits in North Plainfield
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks