FNS Documents & Resources

This memorandum is intended to clarify the eligibility of youth shelters for commodities provided under TEFAP. Most youth shelters are eligible to receive TEFAP commodities as charitable institutions serving primarily needy people. For example, many youth shelters house children awaiting placement in foster homes, or children detained while awaiting trial for alleged crimes.

It has been determined that TEFAP commodities can be used for demonstration purposes in accordance with current regulations.

State agencies apply for reimbursement using Form FSA-21, submitted to the appropriate FNS regional office for approval.