Hawaii Emergency Food Assistance Program | State of Hawaii Department of Human Services Updates
Hawaii Emergency Food Assistance Program
MON: 8:00 am - 4:15 pm TUE: 8:00 am - 4:15 pm WED: 8:00 am - 4:15 pm THU: 8:00 am - 4:15 pm FRI: 8:00 am - 4:15 pm SAT: Closed SUN: Closed
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(HEFAP, Hawaii Emergency Food Benefit, HEFB) The Hawaii Emergency Food Assistance Program (HEFAP) is a new state-sponsored food benefit that is separate from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit. HEFAP will provide a benefit of $250 per person in a household. The HEFAP will be restricted to purchase food and groceries at retail locations that accept Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards. Information for the Hawaii Emergency Food Assistance Program FAQ, the state-sponsored $250 per person funds to purchase food can be found by reading the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on the website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/hawaii-emergency-food-benefit-faqs/. How do I learn more? Starting November 10, 2025, SNAP recipients seeking information about the Hawaii Emergency Food Assistance Program (HEFAP) can contact the Public Assistance Information Line Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:15 pm. Callers can check the status of their HEFAP benefits using the Virtual Agent or speak directly with a live agent for further assistance by calling the statewide number (855) 643-1643, then saying "Emergency” or pressing 7. You may also continue to check for further updates on the DHS website at https://humanservices.hawaii.gov.
State of Hawaii Department of Human Services - Benefit, Employment and Support Services Division