Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) - Idaho

If you are 60 or older and live in Idaho, the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) may help you get nutritious food for free. In Idaho, CSFP is also known as the Senior Food Box Program. It helps older adults with low incomes get extra food each month so they can make their groceries last longer.

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

How does the Idaho Commodity Supplemental Food Program work?

The Idaho Commodity Supplemental Food Program gives eligible older adults a box of food each month. The program provides nutritious foods from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to help supplement the food you already have.

CSFP is meant to add to your regular groceries, not replace them. The food box will not provide everything you need for the month, but it can help lower your grocery costs and give you more healthy foods to eat. In Idaho, you may also hear CSFP called the Senior Food Box Program.

The Idaho Commission on Aging works with the Idaho Foodbank to provide food boxes to eligible older adults. The foods in each box may change, but you can expect a mix of foods from several food groups. A food box may contain:

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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 receive a CSFP food box even if you get help from another food program, such as SNAP. Each food box contains about $50 worth of food.

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

You may qualify for the Idaho Senior Food Box Program if you:

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Are age 60 or older

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Live in Idaho

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Meet the program's income limits

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Can show 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?

The Idaho Foodbank can help you find out if you qualify for CSFP and how to apply. You can request an application or more information by completing the online request form.

You can also call the Idaho Foodbank's CSFP team at 208-577-2690 for help.

What if I cannot get help from Idaho CSFP?

If you do not qualify for CSFP or cannot get a food box, you may have other options for getting food. These programs and services may be able to help:

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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 help paying for food. Find a food bank in Idaho.

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

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Group meal sites: These sites provide 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 or applying for food assistance, a Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) may be able to help. Find a Benefits Enrollment Center near you.

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