Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) in Dodge City, KS, offers vital food assistance to low-income households across the state. Through the dedicated efforts of the Kansas Department for Children and Families, TEFAP ensures families receive free USDA commodity foods that are crucial for meeting their basic nutritional needs. Food deliveries occur five to six times a year to participating organizations, providing items such as canned vegetables, fruits, juices, meats, cereals, peanut butter, nonfat dry milk, and pasta. Each household can receive between four and ten different food items per shipment, ensuring a diverse and nutritious selection. To access these essential services, individuals must apply in their home county, reinforcing our commitment to supporting the local community and alleviating food insecurity in Kansas.