Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) - Nebraska

If you are 60 or older and live in Nebraska, you may be able to get free food through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). Sometimes called the Senior Food Box Program, CSFP helps older adults with low incomes get healthy foods at no cost.

Each box weighs about 40 pounds and includes different foods that you can use to make meals at home. If you are eligible, you can get a food box each month to help lower your grocery costs.

How does the Nebraska Commodity Supplemental Food Program work?

The Nebraska CSFP gives eligible older adults a box of food each month. The food you receive can help you save money on groceries while adding more nutritious foods to your meals.

The food is meant to add to the groceries you already have. It does not provide all the food you need for the month. The items in the box may be different each month. Foods may include:

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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 benefits from another food program, such as SNAP. Each food box has about $50 worth of food.

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

You may be able to get a food box through CSFP if you:

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Are age 60 or older

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Live in Nebraska

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Meet the program's income guidelines

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

CSFP services in Nebraska are provided by regional community action agencies and food banks. To find one near you, you can visit the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services website for a list of agencies in the state.

What if I cannot get help from Nebraska CSFP?

You may have other ways to get free food if you do not meet the income guidelines for CSFP or the program is not offered in your area. Other food assistance options include:

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

• Food banks and food pantries: Food banks and pantries offer free groceries to people who need help buying food. Find a food bank in Nebraska.

• SNAP: SNAP can help you pay for groceries each month. Your benefits are loaded onto an EBT card that you can use at stores that accept SNAP.

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

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

Who can I talk to for help?

A Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) may be able to help you find food assistance and apply for benefits. 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.