Applying for Minnesota Food Stamps, also known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), can provide financial assistance to low-income individuals and families to purchase groceries. SNAP benefits can be used at authorized grocery stores and farmers’ markets to buy a variety of food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, dairy products, and bread.
To be eligible for Minnesota Food Stamps, you must meet certain income and asset requirements. Income limits vary depending on household size, and assets are limited to $3,000 for individuals and $6,000 for couples. You must also be a U.S. citizen or a qualified immigrant, and you must live in Minnesota.