SWHRA announces new commodity distribution dates

July 16, 2025

Jaxon Steward,

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Southwest Human Resource Agency has announced changes to the July, August and September commodity distribution dates.

The Commodity Program is responsible for receiving, storing and distributing USDA Tennessee Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) available foods to low-income families in Southwest Tennessee. This project is funded under a grant contract with the State of Tennessee.

According to SWHRA, to qualify, the income level must fall under 185% of the poverty scale. A household may also qualify based upon their participation in any of the following programs:

TANF
SSI
Food Stamps
TennCare
Public housing
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

This is a drive-thru service, so recipients are asked to remain in their vehicle to be served. Commodities will be placed in your trunk, bed of a truck, or back seat.

Interested applicants should contact their local Community Service Center. For any further questions about the service, please reach out to the Southwest Office in your respective county.

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