Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) in Clearwater, KS, is dedicated to alleviating hunger by providing essential food assistance to low-income households across the state. Partnering with local organizations, TEFAP distributes free USDA commodity foods five to six times a year, ensuring that families receive nutritious staples such as canned vegetables, fruits, juices, meats, cereals, peanut butter, nonfat dry milk, and pasta. Each shipment is thoughtfully packed to meet the basic nutritional needs of households, providing a minimum of four and up to ten food items. To access these vital resources, individuals must apply through their home county, reinforcing our commitment to supporting our community in times of need.