Food Assistance in Alexander County, Illinois: Food Banks & SNAP Retailers
Alexander County has 4 SNAP-authorized retailers (grocery stores, supermarkets, farmers markets) where SNAP/EBT benefits are accepted, and the Feeding America food bank serving the county (Tri-State Food Bank, Inc.). By USDA store type, the largest groups are other SNAP retailers (3) and grocery store (1). They are spread across 2 cities and towns, with the most in Cairo and Olive Branch. In Illinois, SNAP is administered; see the official Illinois SNAP page to apply or find an office.
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SNAP-authorized retailers
1
Food banks serving this county
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Cities
Food bank serving Alexander County
Feeding America lists this food bank as serving Alexander County. Call ahead to ask about pantry locations, hours and what to bring.
Food bank data: Feeding America member network, retrieved 2026-10-18.
SNAP-authorized retailers in Alexander County
Dollar General 1076
Other SNAP retailerDollar General 18886
Other SNAP retailerDollar General 7581
Other SNAP retailerRise Community Market
Grocery storeCities in Alexander County
Cairo
Olive Branch
SNAP Eligibility Quick Reference
A household of 4 in Illinois can earn up to $3,575/month and receive up to $1,023/month in SNAP benefits. View full Illinois eligibility table. Source: USDA SNAP eligibility page, Oct. 1, 2026 - Sept. 30, 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Feeding America lists Tri-State Food Bank, Inc. as serving Alexander County. See the contact details above. Food banks supply the local pantries, so calling them is the quickest way to find where to get food today.
This directory lists 4 USDA SNAP-authorized retailers in Alexander County. The cities with the most are Cairo and Olive Branch. Scroll to the retailer list for addresses and directions.
For Oct. 1, 2026 - Sept. 30, 2027, USDA FNS lists a maximum gross monthly income of $3,575 (130% of the poverty line) and a maximum monthly benefit of $1,023 for a household of 4 in the 48 contiguous states and DC; Alaska and Hawaii have higher limits. Source: USDA SNAP eligibility page.
Contact the regional food bank listed on this page, because food banks supply the pantries in their area. You can also call 211 or use the Feeding America food bank locator. This site does not publish individual pantry hours.