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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in New Bern, Craven County, North Carolina β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for New Bern residents

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