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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in El Paso, El Paso County, Texas β€” 2026

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

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