NOTICE:

November funds have been loaded onto the EBT cards. Clients are now able to use their SNAP benefits. If you need to check your EBT balance call 1-888-328-2666 or use MyDSS.ct.gov

Please be patient and respectful to our staff while we try to assist you through these changes caused by the federal government shutdown. If you need immediate food assistance, visit www.211ct.org or www.ctfoodshare.org. 

Learn about potential changes to DSS benefits due to the federal budget reconciliation bill (H.R.1) in our article, What will change with DSS benefits following the passing of federal H.R.1?

The Emergency Food Assistance Program

TEFAP

If you are low income and live in Connecticut, TEFAP can help. TEFAP is a federal program that provides you food to supplement your diet at no cost.

How does TEFAP work?

The United States Department of Agriculture buys food in bulk and ships it to CT for distribution. We partner with CT Foodshare to provide healthy food to pantries, shelters, and soup kitchens.

TEFAP offers more than 130 nutritious foods, including:

  • fruits and vegetables,
  • eggs,
  • meat,
  • poultry,
  • fish,
  • nuts,
  • milk and cheese,
  • whole-grain and enriched grain products, including rice, cereal, and pasta.

 

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