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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Amherst, Portage County, Wisconsin β€” 2026

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

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