Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) - Colorado ("Everyday Eats")

If you live in Colorado and have trouble paying for healthy groceries, the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) may help. In Colorado, CSFP is also known as Everyday Eats. The program provides nutritious food at no cost to adults age 60 and older who meet the program guidelines.

If you qualify, you can receive a food box each month. The box weighs about 40 pounds and contains foods that can help you prepare healthy meals.

How does the Colorado Commodity Supplemental Food Program work?

Colorado CSFP provides free food each month to adults age 60 and older with low incomes. The food box includes items from different food groups to help you get important nutrients and maintain a healthy diet.

Your food box may include:

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Canned fruits and vegetables

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Canned meats, such as beef, pork, or beef stew

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Pasta or rice

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Dry beans or peanut butter

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Fruit juice

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Dry cereal

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Cheese

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Powdered or canned milk

Local food banks, senior centers, health clinics, and other community organizations help people apply for CSFP and distribute food boxes each month.

CSFP is meant to add to the food you already have, not provide all of your groceries. The food you receive can help you spend less on groceries while adding nutritious foods to your meals.

Even if you already get help from other food programs like SNAP, you can still get a senior food box. This box gives you about $50 worth of food.

Who can get help from the Colorado Everyday Eats Program?

You can get help from the CSFP if you are:

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Age 60 or older

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A resident of Colorado

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Income eligible

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You must also be able to provide a valid form of identification, such as a driver's license, Permanent Resident Card, or passport.

How do I find an Everyday Eats Program near me?

To learn if you can get food assistance in Colorado, find your closest CSFP distribution site using this map or by calling 303-866-5106 to get help finding the location nearest you.

When you arrive at the distribution site, you will need to complete an application. You can also fill out the Colorado CSFP application before you go, then print and bring it with you.

You can also dial 211 on your phone to find a Senior Food Box pick-up location near you.

What if I cannot get help from the Colorado CSFP?

There are many programs that help older adults get healthy food:

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Meals on Wheels brings hot, healthy meals right to your door. This program is available in most communities.

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Food banks and pantries give free groceries to people who need them. They’re run by groups like Feeding America. Visit this websiteto find one where you live in Colorado.

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SNAP (food stamps) helps you pay for groceries each month. You use a special card (EBT card) to buy food at most stores.

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Group meal sites serve hot meals in places like senior centers, schools, or churches.

You can also use our website to find out which of these food assistance programs are available in your area—just enter your ZIP code to get started.

Who can I talk to for help?

If you need additional help finding food, contact a Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC), if there’s one near you.https://benefitscheckup.org/article/how-to-find-a-benefits-enrollment-center-near-youSee if there’s one in your area.

NCOA also has a HelpLine you can call to get free support. To get started today, call 1-800-794-6559.