Minnesota Food Assistance Program - MFAP - Traverse County Social Services Department
Provides state-funded food assistance to legal noncitizens ages 50 or older who do not qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly called Food Stamps or Food Support) because of their citizenship status. Monthly benefits are loaded on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, which looks and works like a debit card. The card can be used to buy groceries at authorized stores, farmers markets, and online retailers. Learn more about where to shop and what can be bought. The amount of benefits received is based on income, expenses, and number of people in the household.
Categories
Last assured
03/31/2025
Physical Address
202 8th Street North, Wheaton, MN 56296
Hours
8 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday
Voice
Voice
Fax
(320)563-4230
Website
Application process
- Apply online at https://mnbenefits.mn.gov/ - Apply on paper using the Combined Application Form (PDF). Paper forms can be picked up, mailed, or dropped off in person. - Call; walk-in
Required documents
Application/registration form; photo ID; proof of address; proof of household income
Eligibility
Qualified noncitizens or noncitizens ages 50 and older lawfully residing in Traverse County who meet all of the following: - Be eligible for SNAP except for the United States citizenship requirement - Not be enrolled in the Minnesota Family Investment Program
Service area
Traverse County, MN
Agency info
Traverse County Social Services Department
Meeting medical, food, child care, social service, and cash assistance needs of low-income, disabled, and/or elderly residents of Traverse County