Food Stamps
Eagle and Pitkin Counties have a unique partnership whereby Eagle County processes all public assistance intake and eligibility applications for Pitkin County residents. See Economic Services main page for address and times.
Available for low-income families and individuals as a monthly benefit to help with food expenses. Able-bodied adults are required to work or look for work. Only US citizens and legal resident aliens are eligible for the Food Stamp program.
Click here for applications in English and Spanish.
Click here to apply online using the PEAK website. (Click on "Apply for Benefits")
Commodities
Available for low-income families and individuals as a monthly supply of federal surplus foods. Commodities may be picked up Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (except holidays) at any of our three offices (Avon, Eagle, and El Jebel). Food supplies vary from month to month, but usually include:
- Canned fruits and vegetables
- Rice or pasta
- Beans
- Powdered milk
- Canned soup or meat