Minnesota Food Assistance Program - MFAP - Freeborn County Human Services
Provides state-funded food assistance to legal noncitizens age 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
203 West Clark Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Hours
8 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday
Voice
Voice
Fax
(507)377-5498
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 to pick up an application at a Human Service Office
Required documents
Application/registration form; proof of address; proof of household income; utility bills; photo ID
Eligibility
Qualified noncitizens or noncitizens ages 50 and older lawfully residing in Freeborn 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
Freeborn County, MN
Agency info
Freeborn County Human Services
The Department administers the various cash and medical assistance programs as well as child support; is a member of the Blue Plus, UCare, and SCHA delivering the MA programs; operates a licensed Mental Health Center and Crime Victims' Crisis Center; provides child and vulnerable adult protective services; services to persons with developmental disabilities and chemical dependency; in-home family counseling; provides adolescent (SED) day treatment jointly with the Albert Lea School District and children's mental health services.