Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) in Goddard, KS, offers vital food assistance to low-income households across the state. Operated by the Kansas Department for Children and Families, TEFAP distributes free USDA commodity foods that are designed to meet essential nutritional needs. With shipments occurring five to six times a year to local organizations, we provide a variety of foods, including canned vegetables, fruits, juices, meats, cereals, peanut butter, nonfat dry milk, and pasta, ensuring each participating household receives between four and ten different items per delivery. To access this emergency food support, clients simply need to apply in their home county, as we are committed to fighting hunger and making healthy food available to those in need throughout Kansas.