SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP)
COVID-19 Update: Over the phone applications are being accepted until further notice, check back for updates. (Last edited: March 18, 2021)
What is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)?
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, SNAP, formerly known as Food Stamps, is a program that helps Minnesotans with low incomes get the food they need for nutritious and well-balanced meals.
This program is not intended to meet all of your household's food needs but instead is a supplement and provides support to help stretch your household food budget.
Access to Benefits
Food benefits are issued by Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards that are similar to debit cards
Cards allow food purchases from authorized grocers, farmers markets and many other retailers where SNAP is accepted; look for "SNAP Accepted" sticker
Eligibility Requirements
Meet income guidelines based on household size including any earned and/or unearned income
To stay updated on the income guideline chart, click here to view the MN Department of Human Services website.
To Apply
You can apply by mail, in person or online.
Online at www.applymn.dhs.mn.gov
Paper option: Oshkiimaajitahdah, Redby & Bemidji locations
Please call our office to request an application to be mailed or faxed, if needed, email is an option
If you have questions or need assistance please give us a call!
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following documents:
Combined Application Form
Identification - not limited to photo
Social security number(s) –for each individual listed on the application
Proof of income – pay stubs from earned income, award letters for unearned income
Proof of housing costs, if any, to allow deductions
Contact information
By phone at 218-679-3350, Bemijigamaag office at 218-444-2883 or Toll free at 888-404-0686
By email at rlsnap@redlakenation.org
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