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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Merkel, Kidder County, North Dakota β€” 2026

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

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