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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Potsdam (Town), St. Lawrence County, New York — 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Potsdam (Town) residents

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
NYState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — Potsdam (Town), 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.

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