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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Virginia — 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Big Stone Gap residents

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
VAState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — Big Stone Gap, 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.

📝 How to Apply — Big Stone Gap, Virginia
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in Big Stone Gap: $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 Big Stone Gap residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Wise County Office
Visit offices near Big Stone Gap. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — Big Stone Gap
  • Minimal — self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs — Emergency Food Assistance in Big Stone Gap
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in Big Stone Gap, Virginia?
Residents of Big Stone Gap, Wise 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 Big Stone Gap?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program, call 211, or visit Wise County office.
Is there a Emergency Food Assistance office in Big Stone Gap?
The nearest office is in Wise County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in Big Stone Gap, Virginia
🍎 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 Wise County
🔔 Virginia Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Emergency Food Assistance changes in Virginia.
📌 All Benefits in Big Stone Gap
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks