Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) in Prairie Village, KS, is dedicated to alleviating food insecurity by providing free USDA commodity foods to low-income households across the state. With shipments delivered five to six times a year to local organizations, TEFAP ensures that families receive essential food items to meet their nutritional needs. The diverse offerings may include canned vegetables, fruits, juice, meat, cereal, peanut butter, nonfat dry milk, and pasta, with each household receiving a minimum of four and up to ten food items. To access this important resource, clients are encouraged to apply in their home county, reaffirming our commitment to serve those in need with care and urgency.