Program Details
Bois Forte Band of Chippewa
Food Distribution
Boxes or bags of food that are provided for free or at a very low cost, often on designated days or times
Description
Food support is provided through free or low cost food that is distributed in boxes or bags to eligible people. This emergency food is typically offered on a specific date or a specific time.
Additional Information
Provides services to as many eligible participants as possible within the service area, which includes the Vermilion sector of the Bois Forte Reservation
- Deliveries are made to Vermilion and Nett Lake on a monthly basis
Features
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Area Served by County
- Koochiching County
- St. Louis County
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Specialization
- Native American Community
- People with low income
Eligibility
Program eligibility is based on income guidelines and deductions
Application Instructions
Office hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday
Distribution days: Tuesday - Thursday, with the last working day of the month closed for inventory
Location
5344 Lake Shore Dr, Nett Lake, MN, 55772
Area Served
Bois Forte Band of Chippewa
Phone Numbers
- Primary Contact for this program: 218-757-3504
- Main: 218-757-3261
- Toll Free: 800-221-8129
Websites
Other Services at this Location
- Emergency Shelter Provides a temporary place to stay for people that do not have housing
- Energy Assistance Program Helps renters and homeowners pay their home heating bills and may also assist homeowners to fix or replace their broken furnace
- Family Home Visiting Expectant parents and parents or caregivers of young children can receive in-home support including education on pregnancy topics, parenting skills and connections to community resources.
- Local Bus Service - Big Woods Transit Bus transportation within a city, county or region
- Tribal Health and Human Services Health and human services administered by tribal governments.
Last Update
12/1/2025