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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia β€” 2026

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

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