The Department of Human Services has launched MNbenefits (https://mnbenefits.mn.gov/), allowing users to simultaneously apply for benefits from the following nine programs in less than 12 minutes: • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program • Emergency Assistance • Housing Support • Child Care Assistance Program • Diversionary Work Program • General Assistance • Minnesota Family Investment Program • Minnesota Supplemental Aid • Refugee Cash Assistance The mobile-friendly application works across all browsers, computers, laptops and phones. It is available in Spanish, with more languages to come. It’s easy to upload documents. An account login is not necessary, eliminating a common barrier to access.
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Catholic Charities 612-204-8500
Minnesota Child Care Assistance Program 507-357-8288
St. Vincent DePaul 507-334-2100