Food & Nutrition

Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) - Washington, D.C.

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You may be eligible for $50 /month

in CSFP benefits. Click to see if you can get help paying for food.

How can this program help me?

If you're in need of nutritious groceries on a regular basis, Grocery Plus can provide you with certain foods at no cost (see list below). The purpose of this program is to promote good health. If you meet program guidelines, you can get a 30-40-pound box of food each month. Food packages vary from month to month but always include:

Canned fruits and vegetables
Canned meats (such as canned beef, pork, and beef stew)
Pasta or rice
Dry beans or peanut butter
Fruit juices
Dry cereals
Cheese
Powdered and canned milk

How do I get help?

For more information about the Commodity Supplemental Food Program and how to apply, please contact your regional office. They can refer you to a local food pantry or other agency that provides CSFP services in an area close to you. For Grocery Plus applications must be processed in person at the East Capitol Walk-In Center or another Grocery Plus distribution site.

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