Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) - Kansas

If you live in Kansas and you are having trouble affording nutritious groceries on a regular basis, the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) can provide you with certain foods at no cost. This program may also be called the Senior Food Box Program.

The purpose of the CSFP is to promote good health. If you meet program guidelines, you can get a 40-pound box of food each month.

How does the Kansas Commodity Supplemental Food Program work?

The Kansas Commodity Supplemental Food Program gives free, healthy food each month to low-income adults age 60 and older. CSFP food boxes are made to give older Kansas residents the nutrients they may not get from regular meals. Each food box contains 10 different food groups, so you can make healthy meals at home.

CSFP foods may include:

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Canned fruits and vegetables

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Canned meats (such as canned 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 juices

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Dry cereals

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Cheese

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Powdered and canned milk

The Kansas CSFP works with places like local food banks, senior centers, and health clinics to sign people up and give out CSFP food each month. This program is not meant to give you all your food, but it helps stretch your food budget and adds good nutrition 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 Kansas Senior Food Box 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 a participating Kansas county

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

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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.

Note: Kansas CSFP is currently available in 57 counties across the state. See if your county participates in CSFP.

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

The CSFP program is available in 57 Kansas counties. Check the CSFP provider list to see whether your county participates and find contact information for CSFP providers in your area.

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 Kansas CSFP?

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

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Meals on Wheelsbrings 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 Kansas.

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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.