PSA: SNAP/MFIP Update and Scam Warning

Beltrami County Health and Human Services

Because the federal government shutdown is still ongoing, SNAP and Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) food benefits will not be issued for November until the shutdown ends. As a reminder, food benefits already issued in October or earlier on existing cards will still be available for use by recipients.

The state has been notified about a text message scam offering “grocery relief money.”

If you receive a suspicious message:

·        Do not share your EBT card number or PIN.

·        Do not reply or click any links.

If you believe you were scammed:

·        Contact law enforcement or your county or Tribal human services office immediately.

·        Report your EBT card lost or stolen by calling EBT Customer Service: 888-997-2227.

Food Support Resources: Need help with food access?
Contact the Minnesota Food HelpLine: 1-888-711-1151
www.mnfoodhelpline.org

Stay Informed

Check for updates and resources:

·        DCYF Shutdown Information: dcyf.mn.gov/federal-shutdown

·        DCYF Facebook: facebook.com/mndcyf

·        Sign up for SNAP Coalition updates: public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNDCYF/subscriber/new?topic_id=MNDCYF_16