- Departments
- Human Services
- Economic Assistance
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Food Assistance
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food support, is an electronic benefit used like money to buy food. SNAP benefits are for qualifying single people and families with or without children. The benefit amount is based on income and certain expenses and the number of people in the household. Applications are available by calling:
- In the Metro 763-422-7200.
- For calls outside of the Metro Area call 1-844-774-3455.
How to Apply
- Apply Online
- Apply online at Apply MN website.
- Available to new applicants as well as those with active cases interested in applying for additional programs.
- Paper Applications
- Call the EZ Info line at 763-422-7200 to request an application by mail or fax.
- Print online at eDocs Online
- Fax, mail, or drop off the paper application. Drop off locations are listed on the Economic Assistance page.
For more information, go to the Department of Human Services website.EBT
Did you know you can use your EBT card to shop for groceries online?
Click on the link to the right to see the flyer. Online Shopping Flyer
Public Notification of USDA’s Non-Discrimination Statement
In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) online and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:
(1) Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
1400 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20520-9410
(2) Fax: (202) 690-7442; or
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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Economic Assistance
Phone: 763-422-7200
EZ Info
Call this number for Adult and Family intake information.
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Anoka County Government Center
Physical Address
2100 3rd Ave.
4th Floor
Anoka, MN 55303
Mailing Address
2100 3rd Ave
Suite 400
Anoka, MN 55303-5047
Phone: 763-422-7200
Adult Intake
Phone: 763-422-7200
Fax: 763-324-3620
Child Support
Phone: 763-324-2420
Fax: 763-324-3990
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Blaine Human Services Center
Physical Address
1201 NE 89th Ave.
Suite 400
Blaine, MN 55434
Mailing Address
PO Box 10
Anoka, MN 55303-0010
Family Intake
Phone: 763-422-7200
Fax: 763-324-3630
Funeral Funds
Phone: 763-324-2430
Minnesota Department of Human Services Website