BASIC FOOD IMPORTANT UPDATE! THE RULES HAVE CHANGED!  Beginning October 1, 2008, Basic Food Assistance will be available to more people in Washington. The gross income limits will increase from 130% to 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (a family of four can earn up to $42,400 gross.) Net income limits and asset limits are also waived under this expansion. Many people who previously had too much income for the program will be eligible with the higher income limits. Everyone who applies for benefits in September 2008 will also be looked at for eligibility in October under the higher income limits. The Lopez Island Family Resource Center (LIFRC) is a sub- contractor with the Washington Basic Food Program and can help you apply. Do You Need Food?
If your family qualifies for free and reduced lunch, you are eligible for Basic Food. We have Basic Food Applications located at the Library, LVM, Blossoms and our office. If you need help filling out an application, please call and make an appointment, we are happy to help you.
Call: 468-4117 Email Us: Information request for basic food Grace Church is distributing food for Food Bank Distribution to Friday January 29th between 1-2 PM. The food bank, just inside the church, is open every day.
Additional Information: There are 2 food banks on Lopez Island, both are open 24 hours, no sign-up or registration required!
• Lopez Fresh, located below the Family Resource Center has a refrigerator with fresh produce, dairy items,
breads, and other perishables.
• Grace Church has non-perishable items in the vestibule of the church. PLUS, the last Friday of the month, surplus food is available at Grace Church from 1-2:00, Sign-in required, but there is no application. ALSO, if you meet eligibility requirements, you can get an EBT card which can be used discreetly for food at grocery stores, including Blossom and the Lopez Village Market through the Washington State Basic Food Program. Applications are available at the Library, Blossom Natural Foods, Islandale, Lopez Village Market, and here at the Resource Center. If you have questions or need help filling out an application, please call 468-4117 or stop by the Resource Center. All inquiries and applications are confidential.
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