The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) | Illinois Department of Human Services
100 South Grand Avenue East, Springfield, IL 62704
Illinois Department of Human Services
Main Phone
Gives out a variety of foods at no cost through local food pantries, shelters, and soup kitchens.
Food pantries are open every week for at least two hours (unless operating under an exemption). For TEFAP times and locations, visit the website and use the 'Find Food Illinois' community food map.
Those at =300% of the Federal Poverty Level are eligible to participate in TEFAP. The Maximum Gross Income to receive USDA food is based on household size and monthly income.
Household size:
1 - $3,765.
2 - $5,110.
3 - $6,455.
4 - $7,800.
5 - $9,145.
6 - $10,490.
7 - $11,835.
8 - $13,180.
9 - $14,525.
10 - $15,870.
System services that help people live better lives through effective health and human services.