Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) - North Dakota

If you are 60 or older and live in North Dakota, you may be able to get free food through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). Also called the Senior Food Box Program, CSFP helps older adults with low incomes get nutritious food at no cost. If you qualify, you can get a food box each month to help lower your grocery costs.

Each box weighs about 40 pounds and includes a variety of foods you can use to make meals at home.

How does the North Dakota Commodity Supplemental Food Program work?

If you qualify, you can receive one food box each month. The food is meant to add to the groceries you already buy. It does not provide all the food you need for the month, but it can help you get important nutrients and spend less on groceries.

The foods you receive may be different each month. A typical food box may include shelf-stable foods such as:

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

Who can get help from the North Dakota Senior Food Box Program?

You may qualify for CSFP in North Dakota if you:

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Are age 60 or older

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Live in North Dakota

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Meet the income guidelines

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

CSFP is provided by local agencies across North Dakota. The agency that serves you depends on where you live.

To find the agency that serves your area, use the CSFP service map. You can also visit the North Dakota food programs website and select “Agency Contact Information” under the Commodity Supplemental Food Program.

What if I cannot get help from North Dakota CSFP?

If you do not qualify for CSFP or the program is not offered where you live, you may have other ways to get help with food. Consider these programs and services:

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

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Food banks and food pantries: Food banks and pantries offer free groceries to people who need help paying for food. Find a food bank in North Dakota.

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SNAP: SNAP helps you pay for groceries each month. Your benefits are added to an EBT card that you can use at stores that accept SNAP.

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

You can also use our website to find food assistance programs near you. Enter your ZIP code to get started.

Who can I talk to for help?

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

You can also get free help from the NCOA HelpLine. Call 1-800-794-6559 to get started.