TEFAP

TEFAP

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) supports local food banks and pantries in providing nutritious foods to those in need, while supporting the United States agriculture producers.

What Is The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)?

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) is a federal program that plays a vital role in the lives of eligible Texans by providing them with emergency food assistance at no cost. In Texas, the Texas Department of Agriculture supports food agencies like food banks and food pantries that directly serve nourishing food to neighbors in need.

Need Assistance With Getting TEFAP Benefits?

The San Antonio Food Bank can help. Contact our benefits assistance team to guide you through the process accessing TEFAP benefits, including:

  • Screening for benefits
  • Registering for food assistance

Our team is available to help:

  • By phone: Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 6 PM, and Saturday, 9 AM – 3 PM, at 210.431.8326
  • In-person: Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM, at 5200 Historic Old Hwy 90, San Antonio, TX 78227
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TEFAP
Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Know If I Am Eligible?

Eligibility for TEFAP is based on total income and size (i.e., number of household members) of a participant’s household. Learn more and be screened for additional services by contacting our Benefits Assistance team at 210.431.8326 or by visiting Texas Department of Agriculture – TEFAP Income Eligibility Guidelines.

The types of foods USDA purchases for TEFAP vary depending on the preferences of States and on agricultural market conditions. More than 120 nutritious, high-quality products are available. Products include: canned, frozen, dried, and fresh fruits and vegetables, eggs, meat, poultry, fish, nuts, milk and cheese, and whole-grain and enriched grain products including rice, cereal, and pasta. For a complete list of foods available through TEFAP, refer to the USDA Foods Available List for TEFAP.

TEFAP provides nutritious foods at no cost to low-income Texans while supporting United States agriculture producers.

Learn more and be screened for additional services by contacting our Benefits Assistance team at 210.431.8326 or by visiting Texas Department of Agriculture – The Emergency Food Assistance Program.

Food Is A
Human Right

We know it takes courage to ask for help. Our network of food pantries and programs are ready to serve. Register for an upcoming food distribution to make sure you and your family are nourished.