Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) - Hawaii

If you live in Hawaii and have trouble affording healthy food, the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) can help. In Hawaii, the program is also called the Senior Food Box Program.

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

How does the Hawaii Commodity Supplemental Food Program work?

The Hawaii CSFP provides a box of food each month to adults age 60 and older who meet the program's income limits. The foods in the box can help you get more of the nutrients you need and make your grocery budget go further.

CSFP foods may include:

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Canned fruits and vegetables

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Canned meats, such as beef, pork, and 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

The foods you receive may change from month to month. You can pick up your food box at a local CSFP distribution site, such as a food pantry, church, or senior center.

The food box is meant to add to the food you already have. It is not meant to provide all of your food each month.

You can get CSFP food even if you also receive help from SNAP. The food box provides about $50 worth of food.

Who can get help from the Hawaii 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 an area where CSFP is available

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Have a household income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level

You will also need to show a valid form of ID when you apply. This may include a driver's license, Permanent Resident Card, or passport.

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

You can find a Senior Food Box distribution site by using the map on the program website. The map shows CSFP locations across Hawaii. Choose a location near you to find out where you can apply for the program and pick up your food box.

You can also call 211 to find a Senior Food Box location near you.

What if I cannot get help from the Hawaii CSFP?

Other programs may be able to help you get food, including:

• Meals on Wheels: Meals on Wheels brings hot, healthy meals to your home. This program is available in many communities.

• Food banks and pantries: Give free groceries to people who need them. Find a food bank or pantry in Hawaii.

• SNAP: Helps you pay for groceries each month. You use an EBT card to buy food at participating stores.

• Group meal sites: Serve meals at places such as senior centers, schools, and churches.

You can also use our website to find 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 or applying for benefits, you may be able to get free help from a Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC). 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.