Food Assistance in Johnson County, Illinois: Food Banks & SNAP Retailers
Johnson 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 3 cities and towns, with the most in Goreville, Simpson, and Vienna. In Illinois, SNAP is administered; see the official Illinois SNAP page to apply or find an office.
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4
SNAP-authorized retailers
1
Food banks serving this county
3
Cities
Food bank serving Johnson County
Feeding America lists this food bank as serving Johnson 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 Johnson County
Dollar General 1129
Other SNAP retailerDollar General 12924
Other SNAP retailerDollar General 24143
Other SNAP retailerGoreville Food Market 1
Grocery storeCities in Johnson County
Goreville
Simpson
Vienna
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 Johnson 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 Johnson County. The cities with the most are Goreville, Simpson, and Vienna. 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.