List of resources for Metro Detroiters affected by pause in SNAP benefits

State health officials announced that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will be paused in November.

“Due to the ongoing federal government funding lapse, there may be limited availability of funds,” the Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service said in directing MDHHS to hold November payments.

SNAP is the largest food assistance program in the country, and nearly 13% of households in Michigan depend on them. That’s about 1.4 million people.

• Families prepare for possible interruption in SNAP benefits
• SNAP benefits put on hold for Michiganders in November
• Detroiters brace for SNAP pause as local demand for food assistance rises

Here’s Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan talking about resources in Detroit:

Click here to view that interactive map.

Here are resources for Metro Detroit residents who are affected by the pause in SNAP benefits in November.

Community Mobile Drive-Up Distributions

• Click here to get daily updates on times and locations.

Dearborn 1st United Methodist Church

• 22124 Garrison, Dearborn, MI 48124

Hope Lutheran Church

• 3640 Madison Street, Dearborn, MI 48124

Elmwood Blessing Box -- Garden City

• 29878 Elmwood Street, Garden City, MI 48135

Gibraltar Food Pantry

• 29885 Bayview Drive, Gibraltar, MI 48173

Saint James Episcopal Church

• 25150 East River Road, Grosse Ile, MI 48138

Saint Thomas Lutheran Church

• 9393 Church Avenue, Grosse Ile, MI 48138

Chandler Church -- Chandler Center

• 2069 Chandler, Lincoln Park, MI 48146

St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church

• 1325 Champaign Road, Lincoln Park, MI 48146

Devon Aire Community Church of the Nazarene

• 9435 Henry Ruff, Livonia, MI 48150

City of Melvindale

• 3100 Oakwood, Melvindale, MI 48122

River Rouge Police Station

• 10600 West Jefferson, River Rouge, MI 48218

Elmwood Blessing Box -- New Boston

• 39231 Island Drive, New Boston, MI 48164

Grace Point Church

• 15633 Pennsylvania, Riverview, MI 48193

River Bible Church

• 31340 Olmstead Road, Rockwood, MI 48173

Cruella Doughville Delano Street

• 11132 Delano Street, Romulus, MI 48174

Unity Lutheran Church

• 12250 Fort Street, Southgate, MI 48195

Taylor Career & Technical Center

• 9601 Westlake, Taylor, MI 48180

Stronghold Church

• 2714 West Jefferson, Trenton, MI 48183

Downriver Foster Closet

• 1753 Ford Avenue, Wyandotte, MI 48192

First Baptist Church of Wyandotte

• 1925 Ford Avenue, Wyandotte, MI 48192

St. Stephens Episcopal Church

• 2801 First Street, Wyandotte, MI 48192

NW Detroit Blessing Boxes

• 11640 W Parkway St. Redford, MI  48239

Hours Vary. Check the FB page to ensure they are open & operating

Elmwood Blessing Box

Located: 27543 Joy Rd, Unit A. Westland, MI 48150

Hours Vary. Check the FB page to ensure they are open & operating

Cruella Doughville Delano Blessing Box

Located: 11132 Delano St. Romulus, MI 48174

Hours Vary. Check the FB page to ensure they are open & operating

Gleaners Community Food Bank

Monthly, Gleaners hosts drive-up food distributions, which are free and open to the public. These are at different locations. Anyone in need of food is encouraged to attend and will receive over 35 pounds of nutritious groceries, like milk, fresh fruit, vegetables, lean protein, and other shelf-stable items while supplies last.

Please check PantryNet, Facebook, or Instagram for more information/cancellations.

Forgotten Harvest Food Pantry

Throughout the month, Forgotten Harvest operates mobile pantries throughout metro Detroit. They have set locations depending on the day, so go to their website to find out where they will be & confirm their operating hours

Click here to visit the website.

Fish & Loaves Pantry

Fish & Loaves hosts a “Saturday Fresh Market” with the goal of providing fresh produce to those in need throughout the community. This program is held on Saturday (except the 3rd Saturday of the month) from 9am-12pm.

Individuals or families in need, regardless of residency or income, are able to visit the drive-thru and receive 20-25 pounds of fresh produce and dairy.

Click here for more information.