Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) in McPherson, Kansas, is dedicated to alleviating hunger by providing free USDA commodity foods to low-income households. With shipments occurring five to six times a year, this vital program ensures that families receive essential food staples, including canned vegetables, fruits, juices, meats, cereals, peanut butter, nonfat dry milk, and pasta. Each household benefits from a carefully curated selection of four to ten food items per distribution, all aimed at meeting basic nutritional needs. To access this food assistance, clients are encouraged to apply within their home county, ensuring that support is available to those who need it most in our community.