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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Buffalo, Union County, South Carolina β€” 2026

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

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
SCState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Buffalo, South 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.

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