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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Santa Teresa, Dona Ana, New Mexico — 2026

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

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
NMState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — Santa Teresa, New Mexico
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 — Santa Teresa, New Mexico
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in Santa Teresa: $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 Santa Teresa residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Dona Ana Office
Visit offices near Santa Teresa. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — Santa Teresa
  • Minimal — self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs — Emergency Food Assistance in Santa Teresa
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in Santa Teresa, New Mexico?
Residents of Santa Teresa, Dona Ana, New Mexico with income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 211.
How to apply for Emergency Food Assistance in Santa Teresa?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program, call 211, or visit Dona Ana office.
Is there a Emergency Food Assistance office in Santa Teresa?
The nearest office is in Dona Ana. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in Santa Teresa, New Mexico
🍎 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 Dona Ana
🔔 New Mexico Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Emergency Food Assistance changes in New Mexico.
📌 All Benefits in Santa Teresa
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks