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Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive May 12th, 2012
Stamp Out Hunger is the largest food drive of the year, and it’s coming up on Saturday, May 12. This will be the 20th annual drive, and we need both donors to put food out for their letter carriers and volunteers to help with those donations. The need for emergency food has not slowed down. We hope you will help us restock our shelves.
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Idaho Head Start
Managing Agency Idaho http://www.accessidaho.org
Program Description
Head Start is a national program that provides comprehensive developmental services for low-income preschool children and their families. Currently funded at approximately $4.3 billion nationally, Head Start serves over 750,000 children and their families each year.
The Idaho Head Start Association is a private, non-profit organization that represents 12 Idaho Head Start programs, 3,500 children, and is governed by a 49-member Association.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Idaho, you must be a parent or primary caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school.
In order to qualify, you must also have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
Household Size* Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1 $14,521
2 $19,669
3 $24,817
4 $29,965
5 $35,113
6 $40,261
7 $45,409
8 $50,557
*For households with more than eight people, add $5,148 per additional person.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial status is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy, less than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications may apply.
Your Next Steps
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For enrollment information, contact the program nearest you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
For more information, visit: http://www.idahoheadstartassoc.net/
Posted 04-08-12
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Idaho Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP)
Managing Agency Idaho http://www.accessidaho.org
Program Description
Idaho offers the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) so your children-infants to teens-may qualify for health insurance at no cost to you. CHIP provides insurance to working and non-working families. It allows you-parents, grandparents, and guardians-to get the health insurance coverage your children need and deserve.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program a child must be a resident of Idaho, under 19 years of age, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a U.S. national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and must live in a household with income before taxes of less than $27,214 if two people live in the household; $34,281 if three people live in the household; $41,348 if four people live in the household; $48,415 if five people live in the household; $55,482 if six people live in the household; $62,549 if seven people live in the household; $69,616 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,820 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state’s website for details.
Your Next Steps
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To request an application or to find out more information, please call the Idaho CareLine by dialing 2-1-1, or 1-800-926-2588.
TDD users can call 208-332-7205.
Program Contact Information
For more information, visit:http://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/Medical/Medicaid/IdahoHealthPlanforChildren/tabid/219/Default.aspx
Updated 11-17-11
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Festivals and Fun Times:
Idaho, Nampa
Professional Bull Riders
Professional Bull Riders Dates: May 12, 2012 – May 12, 2012
Location: Idaho Center Arena
Nampa, ID
Canyon County
Event Hours: 7pm
Idaho, Nampa
Professional Bull Riders
Professional Bull Riders Dates: May 13, 2012 – May 13, 2012
Location: Idaho Center Arena
Nampa, ID
Canyon County
Event Hours: 2pm
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Idaho Medicaid
Managing Agency Idaho
http://www.accessidaho.org
Program Description
Idaho Medicaid is the state and Federal partnership that provides health coverage for selected categories of people in Idaho with low
incomes. Its purpose is to improve the health of people who might otherwise go without medical care for themselves and their
children.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Idaho, a US national, citizen, permanent resident, or
legal alien, in need of health care/insurance assistance, whose financial situation would be characterized as low income or very low
income. You must also be either pregnant, a parent or relative caretaker of a dependent child(ren) under age 19, blind, have a
disability or a family member in your household with a disability, or be 65 years of age or older.
Your Next Steps
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
To learn more about Idaho Medicaid, please go to:
http://www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/Medical/Medicaid/tabid/123/Default.aspx
You may pick up an application at your local Department of Health and Welfare office, by calling the Idaho Careline at 1-800-926-2588,
or by downloading the form from the Department website:
http://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/Portals/0/FoodCashAssistance/ApplicationForAssistance.pdf
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Idaho Summer Food Service
Managing Agency Idaho
http://www.accessidaho.org
Program Description
The Idaho Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) provides reimbursement for free, nutritious meals and snacks served to Idaho
children 18 and younger. These meals help children in low-income areas get the nutrition they need to learn, play, and grow
throughout the summer months when they are out of school. When school is out the meals served as a part of the National School
Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program are not available and due to families’ limited budgets, or other circumstances,
children will often miss wholesome meals. The SFSP fills this gap and parents benefit from some help in stretching their food dollars
and by knowing that their children are receiving healthy meals in a supportive environment.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Idaho, your household’s annual income before taxes
must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household;$26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live
in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in
the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households,
add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next Steps
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Summer Food Service program, contact the site nearest you:
http://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/cnp/summerFoods/
Program Contact Information
For more information, please call the Idaho Department of Education, Child Nutrition Programs, at:
208-332-6821
Or the Idaho Care Line at:
211
Or for information on the Summer Food Service program, call:
1-800-926-2588
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Program Description
The Food Stamp Program helps put food on the table for approximately 34,000 Idaho households and 85,000 individual Idahoans
every day. It provides low income households with a card which can be used instead of cash to purchase food items to ensure that
they have access to a healthy diet. The Food Stamp Program represents the pledge that hunger will not be tolerated in America. It is
the tangible expression of the unalterable belief that everyone has a right to food for themselves and their families. The program is
the cornerstone of the Federal Government’s food assistance programs. The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) administers
the Food Stamp Program at the Federal level through its Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). State agencies administer the program at
the State and local levels, including determination of eligibility and allotments.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Idaho and fall into one of two groups: (1) those with
a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings and
checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person with a
disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household income of less than
$14,079 if one person lives in the household; $18,941 if two people live in the household; $23,803 if three people live in the household;
$28,665 if four people live in the household; $33,527 if five people live in the household; $38,389 if six people live in the household;
$43,251 if seven people live in the household; or $48,113 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $4,862 for
each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For detailed application information, visit:
http://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/FoodCashAssistance/FoodStamps/FoodSt…
Program Contact Information
For more information, visit:
http://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/FoodCashAssistance/FoodStamps/tabid/90/de…
You may also call or visit your local Health and Welfare office. When calling, select option 19 for the Health and Welfare Offices. To
locate the office nearest you, visit:
http://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/ContactUs/tabid/127/default.aspx
Managing Agency
Idaho
http://www.accessidaho.org
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The Low-Income High Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) assists low-income Idaho residents with the high cost of home energy.
Funding is provided from the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) block grant through the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Idaho, you must need financial assistance for home
energy costs and your household’s annual income before taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the household;
$21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465 if three people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in the household;
$38,685 if five people live in the household; $44,295 if six people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people live in the household,
or $55,515 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $5,610 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, locate and contact your local Community Action Agency:
http://www.idahocommunityaction.org/partnerships.html
Program Contact Information
For more information on the IDAHO LIHEAP, call:
(208)334-5656
Managing Agency
Idaho
http://www.accessidaho.org
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Program Description
The School Breakfast and Lunch Programs make nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free meals available to school children each
school day. Over 92,000 schools offer lunches at school, and nearly 70,000 schools offer breakfast at school. School breakfasts and
lunches must meet the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and Federal nutrition standards. Some schools offer afterschool snacks to
children in the school’s afterschool care programs.
The School Breakfast and Lunch Programs of Idaho are administered by Child Nutrition Programs division of Idaho’s Department of
Education.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Idaho and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household;
$40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household;
$61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for
each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child’s school. A listing of your state’s schools can be found here:
http://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/edu_directory/
Program Contact Information
For additional information, visit the Idaho Child Nutrition office website:
http://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/cnp/
Or call the state’s Child Nutrition Programs office at 208-332-6820.
Managing Agency
Idaho
http://www.accessidaho.org
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Program Description
The WIC Program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to low-income pregnant,
breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are determined to be at nutritional risk. To be fully
eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must be determined by a health professional, at no cost, to be at nutritional risk (i.e., have
certain medical-based or diet-based risk conditions).
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Idaho, pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum
woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at nutrition risk; and, (2)
meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or has family members who
participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary Assistance for Needy
Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
See the Idaho WIC website for detailed application information:
http://www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/Default.aspx?TabId=92
Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
For more information on Idaho WIC, please visit the Idaho Department of Human & Welfare:
http://www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/FoodCashAssistance/WomenInfantsandChi…
If you have questions about the WIC program call the Idaho CareLine toll-free at:
800-926-2588
TDD users can call:
208-332-7205
Managing Agency
Idaho
http://www.accessidaho.org
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Program Description
The Special Milk Program provides reimbursement for milk served to children in programs where they have no access to lunch
either through the National School Lunch Program or the Child and Adult Care Food Program. These programs include half-time
kindergarten programs in schools and summer camps for children.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk to
low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Idaho, your household’s
annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live in the
household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the
household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live
in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it participates
in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program:
http://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/cnp/specialMilkProgram/
Program Contact Information
For information on the Idaho Special Milk program (SMP), please visit:
http://www.sde.idaho.gov/
To learn more about Idaho SMP, please call the Department of Education at:
208-332-6820
Managing Agency
Idaho
http://www.accessidaho.org
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The Idaho Weatherization Assistance Program is the nation’s largest residential energy efficiency program. Its mission is to insulate
the dwellings of low-income persons, particularly the elderly, persons with disabilities, families with children, high residential energy
users, and households with a high energy burden, in order to conserve needed energy and to aid those persons least able to afford
higher utility costs.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Idaho, your household’s annual income before taxes
must not exceed $17,328 if one person lives in the household; $23,312 if two people live in the household; $29,296 if three people live
in the household; $35,280 if four people live in the household; $41,264 if five people live in the household; $47,248 if six people live in
the household; $53,232 if seven people live in the household; and $59,216 if eight people live in the household. For larger households,
add $5,984 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
Prospective applicants should locate and contact their nearest local community action partnership agency by visiting http://www.
idahocommunityaction.org/partnerships.html or by calling the Department of Health and Welfare at 208-334-5730.
Program Contact Information
For more information about Idaho’s Weatherization Assistance Program, please visit:
http://www.idahocommunityaction.org/Weatherization.html
Managing Agency
Idaho
http://www.accessidaho.org
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Program Description
Temporary Assistance for Families in Idaho (TAFI) is the monthly cash assistance program for low-income families in Idaho. The
program goal is to provide necessary assistance to need families with children on a temporary basis and provide parents with job
preparation, work opportunities, enforcement of child support, and support services to enable them to become self-sufficient, and
leave the program as soon as possible. This is a time-limited cash assistance and supportive services program with an emphasis on
self-reliance and personal responsibility.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Idaho, either pregnant or responsible for a child under 19 years
of age, a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, have low or very low income, and be either under-employed (working
for very low wages), unemployed or about to become unemployed.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
You can apply for TAFI cash assistance at your local Health and Welfare’s Self Reliance office (a list of which can be found here: http:
//healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/ContactUs/tabid/127/default.aspx) or contact the 2-1-1 Idaho CareLine to have an application mailed to
you. Dial 2-1-1 or 1-800-926-2588.
Program Contact Information
For more information on Idaho TAFI, please go to:
http://www.idahocareline.org/eLibrary/Temporary%20Assistance%20for%20Famili…
To contact the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare about Idaho TAFI, please call:
208-334-5500
or write to:
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
450 W. State Street, 10th floor
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0036
Managing Agency
Idaho
http://www.accessidaho.org
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