Minnesota Food Assistance Program - MFAP - White Earth Nation
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
04/07/2025
Physical Address
48036 Pow Wow Highway, Ponsford, MN 56575
Hours
8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Voice
Voice
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. Mail applications to PO Box 100, Naytahwaush, MN 56566. - Call for information; email; walk in to drop off applications
Required documents
Application/registration form; birth certificate; eviction notice; photo ID; proof of address; proof of income statements; tribal enrollment numbers; utility disconnection notice/shut off notice
Eligibility
Qualified noncitizens or noncitizens ages 50 and older lawfully residing in Becker, Clearwater, or Mahnomen County who meet all the following: - Be eligible for SNAP except for the United States citizenship requirement - Not be enrolled in the Minnesota Family Investment Program
Service area
Becker County, MN Clearwater County, MN Mahnomen County, MN
Agency info
White Earth Nation
White Earth Nation is one of six Chippewa Indian Bands and is a sovereign federally recognized Native American Tribe. Oversees government, administrative, business, and human services programs for White Earth tribal members in Becker, Clearwater, and Mahnomen County in north-central Minnesota.