Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) in Ellsworth, Kansas, is dedicated to combating food insecurity among low-income households by providing essential USDA commodity foods at no cost. With shipments delivered five to six times a year to local organizations, TEFAP ensures that families receive nutritious staples, including canned vegetables, fruits, meats, cereal, nonfat dry milk, and pasta to help meet their basic nutritional needs. Each distribution offers households a selection of between four to ten food items, supporting their immediate food assistance requirements. To access this invaluable support, clients must apply in their home county, ensuring that nutritious food reaches those who need it most throughout Kansas.