Food Benefits Articles

Federal changes affect who qualifies for SNAP food assistance

Published on December 10, 2025
Starting December 1, 2025, more adults will need to prove their work status to get food benefits .
Double Up Food Bucks expands support for Michigan families during SNAP uncertainty

Published on November 10, 2025
Temporary changes to the program enable greater flexibility.
How MSU Extension and Greater Lansing Food Bank support the right to food

Published on June 13, 2023
By creating meaningful, culturally preferred resources, the Greater Lansing Food Bank's Garden Project cultivates a sense of belonging among Lansing’s newest Americans.
Fighting food insecurity as added SNAP benefits expire

Published on March 13, 2023
As Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — or SNAP — benefits are reduced for many Michiganders, food budgeting resources and tips can make a big difference in addressing food insecurity.
Healthy food for all

Published on December 16, 2022
How one rural school community is taking action to support food and nutrition security.
Pantry to preschool strengthens nutrition security for northern Michigan families

Published on June 16, 2022
Through innovative thinking, MSU Extension and Father Fred Food Pantry are bringing food security to Michigan families.
MSU Extension focuses on food access for all

Published on August 4, 2021
From farmers market vouchers to innovative meal delivery services, MSU Extension is committed to helping Michiganders access healthy and nutritious foods.
Healthy foods benefit veterans living with chronic pain

Published on March 25, 2021
Food insecurity is linked to obesity and chronic pain among some veterans. Access to healthy foods can help improve veterans’ health outcomes and quality of life.