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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in Chester, Wabasha County, Minnesota β€” 2026

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

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