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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Rootstown, Portage County, Ohio β€” 2026

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

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