How to Apply for Emergency Food Assistance
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) makes commodity foods available to state distributing agencies like Bushkill Outreach Program, Inc. that directly serves the public as a community food pantry. Recipients of food for home use must meet income and household eligibility criteria. The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) is provided by PA Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Food Assistance.
To apply for assistance, contact Bushkill Outreach Program at bushkilloutreach@yahoo.com or 570-588-0660. The current fiscal year runs July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027.
Total Household Income Eligibility Requirements
TEFAP is operated in accordance with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) policy which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. Eligibility is based upon published income guidelines; recipients must be at or below the indicated income level, based on household size, to be eligible for program benefits. Recipients must certify that the household is within the Pike and Monroe County service area, and understand that the certification form is completed in connection with receipt of Federal assistance.