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🏦 Local Food Banks in Empire, Dakota County, Minnesota β€” 2026

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

Free groceriesMax Benefit
1-800-771-2303Helpline
MNState
No income limitFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Empire, 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€” Empire, Minnesota
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below No income limit. Family of 4 in Empire: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-800-771-2303
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Empire residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Dakota County Office
Visit offices near Empire. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Empire
  • No documents required at most locations
❓ FAQs β€” Local Food Banks in Empire
Who qualifies for Local Food Banks in Empire, Minnesota?
Residents of Empire, Dakota County, Minnesota with income at or below No income limit. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-771-2303.
How to apply for Local Food Banks in Empire?
Apply online at www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank, call 1-800-771-2303, or visit Dakota County office.
Is there a Local Food Banks office in Empire?
The nearest office is in Dakota County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” Minnesota Alerts 2026
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