Minnesota 211
Free, confidential, multilingual connection to food, clothing, transportation, legal help and benefits.
211 or 800-543-7709Text your ZIP code to 898-211
FOOD, BENEFITS & BASIC NEEDS
Start with what is needed today.
Find food, public benefits, emergency financial help and practical support.
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Minnesota Food HelpLine
Help finding food shelves, meal programs and food assistance statewide.
888-711-1151MNbenefits
Apply for SNAP, emergency assistance, cash assistance and child-care support.
Everybody Eats™
UC’s ongoing community food effort supported by local pantries, restaurants and families.
Need help choosing?
Call 211 for confidential resource navigation, or contact UC for a non-emergency program referral. UC does not operate emergency dispatch or crisis hotlines.