Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) in Lawrence, KS, is dedicated to alleviating hunger by providing free USDA commodity foods to low-income households across the state. Our program ensures that vital nutrition reaches those in need by delivering essential food items, including canned vegetables, fruits, juice, meat, cereal, peanut butter, nonfat dry milk, and pasta, with each distribution offering a minimum of four and up to ten different items per household. By partnering with local organizations, we operate shipments five to six times a year to ensure a steady supply of emergency food assistance. Individuals interested in receiving help must apply in their home county, making it easier for families to access the support they need for a healthier future.