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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Big Bend, Chippewa County, Minnesota β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Big Bend residents

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
MNState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Big Bend, Minnesota
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” Big Bend, Minnesota
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in Big Bend: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
3
Apply by Phone β€” 211
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Big Bend residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Chippewa County Office
Visit offices near Big Bend. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Big Bend
  • Minimal β€” self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs β€” Emergency Food Assistance in Big Bend
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in Big Bend, Minnesota?
Residents of Big Bend, Chippewa County, Minnesota with income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 211.
How to apply for Emergency Food Assistance in Big Bend?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program, call 211, or visit Chippewa County office.
Is there a Emergency Food Assistance office in Big Bend?
The nearest office is in Chippewa County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” Minnesota Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Emergency Food Assistance changes in Minnesota.