Minnesota Food HelpLine

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With one call the Minnesota Food HelpLine assesses the caller’s situation and provides solutions to their food needs. Call the Minnesota Food HelpLine to see if you qualify for SNAP (formerly known as Food Stamps) or to learn more about food shelves, free meals, farmers’ markets, or other resources in your area. Have general questions? If we can’t help, we can direct you to where you need to go to find answers. 

If you are more comfortable speaking in a language other than English, interpreter services are available (Spanish, Somali, Hmong, and many others!) 

Give us a call at 1-888-711-1151, use the chat feature, or fill out this form to contact us

HelpLine Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Find local resources using our Find Help Map.

What is SNAP?

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a monthly financial benefit that helps you to purchase healthy food at your local grocery and convenience store, farmers’ market, and even through Walmart and Amazon delivery. 

SNAP Eligibility

Eligibility for SNAP is based on household size, gross monthly income (before taxes), and net monthly income (after certain expenses are taken out). The chart below provides a guideline for the gross monthly income:

Household SizeGross Monthly Income
1$2,265
2$3,052
3$3,838
4$4,625
5$5,412
6$6,198
7$6,985
8$7,772

For each additional family members above 8, add $787.

We highly recommend that you complete a quick SNAP Screening Tool to check if you are likely eligible for SNAP.

I’m eligible, what’s next? 

You can apply online for SNAP benefits at https://www.mnbenefits.org/

If you are having trouble filling out an application online, call the Minnesota Food HelpLine at 888-711-1151 to have an application sent to you in the mail. 

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