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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Southern Shores, Dare County, North Carolina — 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Southern Shores residents

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
NCState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — Southern Shores, 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.

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