Cherokee Nation · FOOD
Cherokee Nation Food Distribution Program
Grocery-store-style food distribution operating since 1983 at 8 locations: Tahlequah (admin), Collinsville, Jay, Nowata, Salina, Stilwell, Sallisaw, and Vinita. Participants select their own foods from USDA commodities.
Who's eligible
Any Enrolled Tribal Member Income Based Geographic
Enrolled member of any federally recognized tribe. USDA income limits apply. Must reside on the Cherokee Nation reservation (excludes Tulsa County below 56th Street North). Cannot receive SNAP in the same month.
Where it's offered
County
14-county Cherokee Nation reservation in northeastern Oklahoma
Location:
Tahlequah Admin Store — serves 8 distribution stores
How to apply
Download the application PDF, then call 918-207-3920 or visit any of the 8 distribution stores to complete enrollment.
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Contact
Phone: 1-800-865-4462
Email: human_services@cherokee.org
Last verified against the official source on 2026-04-04.