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Minnesota Food Assistance Program - MFAP - Human Services of Faribault and Martin Counties

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.

Last assured

03/25/2025

Physical Address

104 East 5th Street, Fairmont, MN 56031

Hours

8 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday

Voice

(507)238-4757

Intake Martin County

Voice

(507)526-3265

Intake Faribault County

Fax

(507)238-1574

Voice

(507)238-4757

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.

Required documents

Application/registration form

Eligibility

Qualified noncitizens or noncitizens ages 50 and older lawfully residing in Faribault and Martin Counties 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

Faribault County, MN Martin County, MN

Agency info

Human Services of Faribault and Martin Counties

Joint county human services department with Faribault and Martin Counties

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