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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in South Valley, Cattaraugus County, New York β€” 2026

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

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