Eligibility

Monroe residents who have been determined eligible by the Director of Community & Social Services, the Social Services Coordinator, the Elderly Services Coordinator, or the Food Pantry Coordinator may access food pantry services either once per month during our regular distribution times, or in an emergency if they call to make an appointment. Priority will be given to households that are having difficulty meeting their necessary living expenses and medical bills with the income available to them. Eligibility will be re-determined each year. Proof of income and expenses for household will be required.  

How To Apply

• Call and make an appointment with any of the following Community & Social Services employees to discuss Food Pantry eligibility and other programs that may benefit you, such as Energy Assistance and SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program).  
• The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) under the USDA, requires all to meet current Federal income guidelines.
• For a full pantry shop residents must provide proof of residency such as a utility bill and a current driver's license and complete a Household Information Form.

Food Pantry: Eddie Lui (203) 452-2817
Senior Center: Kimberly Cassia or Veronica Jensen: (203) 452-2815
Town Hall: Mary Ann Kalm: (203) 452-2813

When You Come for Food

• Either a volunteer or staff member will provide you with a list of TEFAP or Pantry Items depending on your status.  The amount of food given to each family is determined by family size.
• Provide your helper with your bags.
• The volunteer or staff will use the list to complete your shop, weigh your items and bring them out to your car.

Additional Information

• We offer food delivery services to residents who are home bound, have transportation difficulties or are not feeling well. 
• Information we have on file for you and your household is kept confidential within the Monroe Department of Community & Social Services.