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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in The Plains, Athens County, Ohio β€” 2026

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

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