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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Penn State Erie (Behrend), Erie County, Pennsylvania — 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Penn State Erie (Behrend) residents

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
PAState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — Penn State Erie (Behrend), Pennsylvania
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 — Penn State Erie (Behrend), Pennsylvania
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in Penn State Erie (Behrend): $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 Penn State Erie (Behrend) residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Erie County Office
Visit offices near Penn State Erie (Behrend). Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — Penn State Erie (Behrend)
  • Minimal — self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs — Emergency Food Assistance in Penn State Erie (Behrend)
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in Penn State Erie (Behrend), Pennsylvania?
Residents of Penn State Erie (Behrend), Erie County, Pennsylvania with income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 211.
How to apply for Emergency Food Assistance in Penn State Erie (Behrend)?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program, call 211, or visit Erie County office.
Is there a Emergency Food Assistance office in Penn State Erie (Behrend)?
The nearest office is in Erie County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in Penn State Erie (Behrend), Pennsylvania
🍎 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 Erie County
🔔 Pennsylvania Alerts 2026
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📌 All Benefits in Penn State Erie (Behrend)
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks