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Emergency General Assistance - EGA - Human Services of Faribault and Martin Counties

Cash-grant program for families with low incomes experiencing household emergencies such as eviction, utility shut-offs, or other expenses. Families can receive assistance once every 12 months. The assistance received must resolve the crisis. Families must use their own money first. The amount of assistance provided might not cover the entire emergency, but it can help. NOTE: Client may also be eligible for Emergency Minnesota Supplemental Aid, Emergency Assistance, and/or Emergency Medical Assistance.

Last assured

05/23/2023

Physical Address

412 North Nicollet, Blue Earth, MN 56013

Hours

8 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday

Voice

(507)238-4757

Intake Martin County

Voice

(507)526-3265

Intake Faribault County

Application process

Call for an application; walk in; apply online at https://mnbenefits.mn.gov

Required documents

- Application/registration form - Verified proof of emergency (eviction or utility shutoff notice) - Proof of income in the last 60 days - Account statements to see if applicant has available resources they can use towards the emergency

Eligibility

- Low-income adults - Residents of Faribault and Martin counties

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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