Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) - Delaware

If you are age 60 or older and live in Delaware, the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) may help you get healthy food at no cost. Also known as the Senior Food Box Program, CSFP helps older adults with low incomes get food to add to their meals and stretch their grocery budget.

If you qualify, you can receive a food box each month. The box weighs about 40 pounds and includes a variety of foods you can use to prepare meals at home.

How does the Delaware Commodity Supplemental Food Program work?

The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) helps older adults in Delaware get nutritious food at no cost. If you are age 60 or older and meet the program's income limits, you may receive a food box each month. CSFP is meant to add to the food you already have. The food box will not provide all of your groceries for the month, but it can help you spend less on food and add healthy options to your meals.

Food is distributed through participating food pantries across Delaware. The foods in each box can vary, but they usually include items from several food groups. You may receive:

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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

You can still receive a CSFP food box if you also get help from another food program, such as SNAP. Each food box provides about $50 worth of food.

Who can get help from the Delaware Senior Food Box Program?

You may qualify for CSFP if you:

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Are age 60 or older

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Live in Delaware

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Meet the program's income limits

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Can provide a valid form of identification, such as a driver's license, Permanent Resident Card, or passport

How do I find a Senior Food Box Program near me?

To see if you qualify or apply for CSFP, contact a participating food pantry in Delaware. You can apply at the food distribution site or complete a paper application and bring it to a participating pantry. Find a food pantry near you.

You can also call 211 to find a food pickup location in your area.

What if I cannot get help from Delaware CSFP?

If you do not qualify for CSFP or cannot get food through the program, other resources may be available. These programs can help you get meals or groceries:

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Meals on Wheels: Meals on Wheels delivers meals to your home. Services are available in many communities.

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Food banks and food pantries: These organizations provide free groceries to people who need food assistance. Find a food bank in Delaware.

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SNAP: SNAP provides monthly help with grocery costs. Your benefits are added to an EBT card that you can use at participating stores.

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Group meal sites: These sites offer meals in community locations such as senior centers, schools, and churches.

You can also search our website for food assistance programs in your area. Enter your ZIP code to get started.

Who can I talk to for help?

If you need help finding food assistance, a Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) may be able to help you find and apply for benefits. Find a Benefits Enrollment Center near you.

You can also call the NCOA HelpLine for free support. Call 1-800-794-6559 to get started.