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πŸ’° Emergency Cash Assistance in St. James, Watonwan County, Minnesota β€” 2026

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

Up to $2,000 variesMax Benefit
211Helpline
MNState
Crisis situation requiredFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” St. James, 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€” St. James, Minnesota
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below Crisis situation required. Family of 4 in St. James: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
Visit www.benefits.gov/ β€” available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone β€” 211
Call Mon–Fri business hours for St. James residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Watonwan County Office
Visit offices near St. James. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” St. James
  • Photo ID
  • Proof of emergency
  • Proof of income
❓ FAQs β€” Emergency Cash Assistance in St. James
Who qualifies for Emergency Cash Assistance in St. James, Minnesota?
Residents of St. James, Watonwan County, Minnesota with income at or below Crisis situation required. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 211.
How to apply for Emergency Cash Assistance in St. James?
Apply online at www.benefits.gov/, call 211, or visit Watonwan County office.
Is there a Emergency Cash Assistance office in St. James?
The nearest office is in Watonwan County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” Minnesota Alerts 2026
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