Support for MFIP Participants

Opening Doors to Opportunity for MFIP Participants for Career Success

Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) is a work-first focused program designed to assist public assistance recipients and enhance their efforts so they can successfully transition from Welfare-to-Work. A structured job search coupled with a Work First training curriculum, Job Club support network, and resume development, prepares individuals for and emphasizes the importance and values of work.

Eligibility

To be eligible, you must be:

• a resident of Minnesota
• pregnant or responsible for a child under age 19
• a U.S. citizen or have a qualified non-citizen immigration status
• have low or very low income (
• and be either under-employed (working for very low wages), or unemployed, and meet program asset limits

Support for MFIP Participants

As recipients face a five-year time limit on receiving public assistance benefits, the program:

• utilizes intensive one-on-one and group initiatives and counseling to facilitate participant success and self-sufficiency
• offers support services to address childcare, transportation, and work-related costs that could be impediments to employment
• and provides follow-up to support job retention and reduce program recurrence

How to Apply

We do not accept direct applications for this program. Enrollment is available by referral only. A County Financial Worker must submit a referral on your behalf.

What is MFIP?

The Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) is the state’s public assistance program for low-income families with children. The program focuses on the overall family’s well-being and provides resources to move to employment quickly, whether this be through up-skilling or through help with interview and job search skills.