Michigan Emergency Food Resources
Our directory of food resources will help you find no-cost and low-cost food for you and your family.
Michigan 2-1-1
Presented by United Way, Michigan 2-1-1 has the resources to help you find food, housing, help paying your utility bills, and more. It is a free, confidential service, too. Call or text 211 or visit the website for live chat. Learn More.
MIBridges
MIBridges connects Michiganders to food, housing, healthcare, childcare, cash assistance, and other resources specific to your location, needs, and circumstances. Learn more.
Directory
We will be updating this page regularly during the November 2025 Government Shutdown.
Feeding America
Feeding America provides food to food banks who then distribute the food to local food pantries and community organizations. Use the Find your Local Food Bank tool to find local food near you. Just enter your ZIP code or state for a list of free groceries, meals, and support in your community. Learn more.
Find Help
This national database will help you find free or low-cost services like food, housing, healthcare, and financial support, and it is searchable by ZIP code. Learn more.
Food Bank Council of Michigan
The Food Bank Council of Michigan connects Michiganders to nearby food banks, local food programs, and food assistance resources in all Michigan counties. Call 888-544-8773 (available Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) for their statewide food line, which is available in over 240 languages. Learn more.
Little Free Pantry
The Little Free Pantry movement offers small, community-based pantries stocked by neighbors for neighbors. It’s a grassroots way for people living in the United States and Canada to share food and essential items with those who need them most. There are many popping up across Michigan, just tap “Locations” from the website menu and search by city, state, or zip code. If you have a neighborhood pantry, you can also add it to the map. Learn more.
Meals on Wheels
Home delivery of freshly prepared, nutritious meals for older adults (60+). Just enter your ZIP code to find services near you. Learn more.
Salvation Army
Salvation Army food pantries provide emergency food and nutrition support to low-income individuals and families at no cost. Designed to help supplement daily meals, their programs ensure that no one goes hungry. Depending on the location and available resources, eligible participants may receive prepackaged food boxes or have the opportunity to choose their own groceries at client-choice pantry sites. Learn more.
Shop Online
Michiganders who receive food assistance can buy food online using their SNAP/EBT/Bridge Card at participating Michigan retailers. Learn more.
Michigan Farm to Family: CSA – SNAP shoppers can buy a weekly box of fresh grown produce from participating local CSA farmers and growers for just $5 to $8 a box per week.
Mitten Eats (links to new window) – Discover Michigan’s fresh coast flavors with recipes featuring affordable ingredients.
MyPlate Kitchen – This website provides recipes and resources from around the country to create healthy and budget-friendly meals.