How can I get help applying for FoodShare and the QUEST card?
At the FoodShare Helpline, we want to make applying for FoodShare as simple and stress-free as possible. We offer free help with the FoodShare application, either in person or over the phone. You can call the FoodShare Helpline at 1-877-366-3635 or fill out the Contact Us form on this page to get started!
How it works:
Friendly FoodShare Helpline staff will ask you a few confidential questions to see if you might be eligible for FoodShare
The Helpline staff will set up an appointment for you to get help filling out the application
An Outreach Specialist will help you fill out and submit the application, either in person or over the phone
Why should I speak with an outreach specialist?
It’s faster! Outreach specialists can finish an application in 20-30 minutes, compared to 45-60 minutes for people applying on their own
Outreach specialists are familiar with challenging eligibility situations, like when a household has citizen and non-citizen members, college students, or varying work hours
You will learn about the application process, how to use the QUEST card, and connect with other services