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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Townsend, Blount County, Tennessee β€” 2026

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

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