Commodity Supplemental Food Program

The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) works to improve the health of income eligible persons at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with nutritious USDA foods. CSFP is distributed monthly to approved participants through community action agencies and food banks.

What is CSFP

CSFP is a federal monthly food package program that helps improve the health of income eligible persons at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with nutritious USDA Foods. The CSFP package includes fruits and juice, vegetables, cheese, milk, meat, poultry and fish, plant-based proteins, cereals, and pasta, and rice. Nutrition education is also provided to participants to help educate participants on the value of a nutritious diet to improve health. To be eligible for CSFP, a participant must be at least 60 years old and have a maximum income of approximately $1,600 a month for an individual. CSFP is distributed through local community action agencies and nonprofit organizations at community centers, apartment buildings, drive through distributions, and home delivery. 

CSFP Eligibility

• Participants must complete an CSFP application with the local agency.
• Applicants must provide their name, address, number in household, ethnic and racial categories, and income.
• Applicants must be at least 60 years of age and have a maximum income of approximately $1,600 per month.
• Applicants must show proof of age and residency through state id, utility bills, rental agreements, birth certificates or other documentation that shows that they are at least 60 years of age and where their current residence.
• All income is self-declared. Applicants do not need to bring proof of income.
• Applications are reviewed by the agency and applicants will be notified of their approval or denial to the program within ten days of applying.

Where can I get CSFP?

CSFP Agency Interactive Map

USDA CSFP

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