Food assistance

Overview

Help with urgent food costs for people on a low income or benefit; approved food assistance does not need to be repaid.

Eligibility points to check

Check immediate food need, no other way to pay, household income, cash assets, age and residency. You need not already receive a benefit.

How to proceed

Existing clients may use MyMSD. New clients, or those unable to use MyMSD, should call using the contact link on the official page.

Official information and application

• Work and Income — Official information and application