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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in South St. Paul, Dakota County, Minnesota — 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for South St. Paul residents

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
MNState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — South St. Paul, 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.

📝 How to Apply — South St. Paul, Minnesota
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in South St. Paul: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online — Fastest
Visit www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program — available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone — 211
Call Mon–Fri business hours for South St. Paul residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Dakota County Office
Visit offices near South St. Paul. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — South St. Paul
  • Minimal — self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs — Emergency Food Assistance in South St. Paul
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in South St. Paul, Minnesota?
Residents of South St. Paul, Dakota 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 South St. Paul?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program, call 211, or visit Dakota County office.
Is there a Emergency Food Assistance office in South St. Paul?
The nearest office is in Dakota County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in South St. Paul, Minnesota
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits
🚀 Apply for Emergency Food Assistance
Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 211 ← Back to Dakota County
🔔 Minnesota Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Emergency Food Assistance changes in Minnesota.
📌 All Benefits in South St. Paul
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks