Refugee Cash Assistance - RCA - Polk County Social Services
1424 Central Avenue NE, Suite 104, East Grand Forks, MN 56721
Serves non-citizens who are considered refugees, and who have been in Polk County 8 months or less, who meet income, household makeup, and circumstantial eligibility requirements
Application/registration form
identification for each family member
proof of address
proof of household income
proof of immigration status (I-94)
verification of assets
- Office Hours: 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
- Window Service: 8 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday
Description
Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) provides temporary financial assistance for refugees and eligible entrants while they are in the process of resettling in the United States. NOTE: Able-bodied RCA recipients are required to participate in an employment and training program. RCA recipients who are disabled or 65 years of age or older are required to apply for SSI.
Last assured
09/24/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Polk County Social Services
Provides comprehensive support services to Polk County residents, including medical coverage, financial aid, food assistance, employment support, care coordination, and protective services for adults and children.