Commodities/Food Distribution Programs
 
Two programs distribute commodities to low-income families and to the programs that serve them:

  • The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP or EFAP) serves and provides commodities to low-income families and facilities that serve meals to homeless or low-income families or individuals
  • The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) serves and provides commodities to low-income women, infants and children up to the age of 6

Civil Rights Statement for the Commodities Program:  In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. 

To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY).  USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

For additional information about the Commodities/Food Distribution programs please call Kim Jones at (515) 281-5410.

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