Commodity Supplemental Food Program

Food distribution hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – noon.; 1:15 – 3:45 p.m.

This is a monthly food-box program for income-eligible elders age 60 and older. This program’s food is provided by the USDA through the State of Kansas and may include such items as canned juice, fruit, vegetables, milk and meat, peanut butter or dry beans, cereal, macaroni or rice and 2 pounds of cheese for each family member who qualifies by age and income.

Open Door’s program is available in 11 Kansas counties: Butler, Chautauqua, Cowley, Harper, Harvey, Kingman,  Pratt, Reno, Sedgwick, Stafford and Sumner. If you live in a county other than those listed, you may visit Kansas Department of Children and Families or contact Jolene Westhafer, Open Door’s CSFP coordinator, at 316.267.0511.

In 2018, the CSFP served 21,238 food boxes in the 11-county area.

Eligibility 

People age 60 and older qualify at 130% of the federal poverty level. The current income guidelines are listed below.

To apply, bring the following information to complete the application:

1. Proof of identity and age. We will accept a driver’s license, birth certificate, medical card with birthdate shown or an immunization card.
2. Proof of residency. We will accept a utility bill or letter that has been mailed to you.
3. Proof of your gross monthly income (before taxes and expenses). If you are a Social Security beneficiary, please bring a copy of your most recent Social Security statement.

KANSAS CSFP INCOME ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES

 This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Jolene Westhafer, CSFP coordinator
Phone: 316.267.0511
FAX:  316.267.8590