Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) in Garnett, KS, is dedicated to alleviating hunger and meeting the nutritional needs of low-income households across the state. Operated by the Kansas Department for Children and Families, this vital program distributes free USDA commodity foods, including a variety of canned vegetables, fruits, meats, cereals, peanut butter, nonfat dry milk, and pasta, ensuring families receive a selection of nutritious items to support their well-being. Food shipments are made five to six times a year to participating organizations, allowing clients to receive between four to ten different food items per household with each shipment. To access this essential food assistance, individuals must apply through their home county, reflecting our commitment to making healthy food available to those who need it most in Kansas.