Commodity Supplemental Food Program: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how low-income seniors can receive monthly food packages through this federal nutrition support program.
The Commodity Supplemental Food Program provides monthly food assistance to help seniors maintain good nutrition.
Who it's for
This program is designed for seniors who are aged 60 and over and meet specific low-income requirements.
What you get
You receive a monthly senior food box containing various shelf-stable food items.
What it costs you
There is no direct fee to participate. You will need to provide documentation to prove your age and your household income. You are also responsible for traveling to a local site to pick up your food.
The catch to know
This program is not available in every county. Whether or not you can access these benefits depends on the availability of distribution sites in your specific local area.
How to apply
- Check if there is a distribution site available in your county.
- Gather documents that prove your age and your current income levels.
- Contact your local food distribution site to ask about the application process.
- Visit the official portal for more details: https://www.fns.usda.gov/csfp/commodity-supplemental-food-program