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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in La Plata, San Juan, New Mexico — 2026

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

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