Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) - New Mexico

If you live in New Mexico and are at least 60 years old, you may be able to get a free monthly food box through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). Also called the Senior Food Box Program, CSFP helps older adults with low incomes get food to prepare meals at home.

Each box weighs about 40 pounds and contains a mix of shelf-stable foods. Getting a box each month can help you buy fewer groceries and save money for other needs.

How does the New Mexico Commodity Supplemental Food Program work?

Through CSFP, you can receive a box of food each month if you qualify. The food is meant to go along with the groceries you already have, rather than cover all your food needs for the month. It can help you prepare meals with more nutritious ingredients while spending less at the grocery store.

The food you receive may be different each month. Your box may contain items 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

Each box contains about $50 worth of food. You can also get food through CSFP if you receive benefits from another food assistance program, including SNAP.

Who can get help from the New Mexico Senior Food Box Program?

You may qualify for CSFP in New Mexico if you:

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Are age 60 or older

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Live in New Mexico

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Can show a photo ID and proof of your age

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Meet the income guidelines

Where can I get a Senior Food Box in New Mexico?

CSFP is offered through regional agencies that serve different counties in New Mexico. Contact the agency for your county to learn how to apply and where to pick up your food box.

Use this map and list of CSFP agencies to find the regional center that serves your area.

What if I cannot get help from New Mexico CSFP?

You may still have ways to get free food if you do not qualify for CSFP or cannot receive a food box where you live. These programs and services may help:

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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: These organizations may offer free groceries if you need help paying for food. Contact a local food bank or pantry to ask what help is available. Find a food bank in New Mexico.

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

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Group meal sites: You may be able to get a meal at a local senior center or another community location, such as a school or church.

You can also search for food assistance in your area through our website. Enter your ZIP code to get started.

Who can I talk to for help?

If you need help finding food programs or completing benefit applications, a Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) may be able to assist you. Find a Benefits Enrollment Center near you.

You can also call the NCOA HelpLine at 1-800-794-6559 for free help getting started.