MSU Extension Veterans

SECURE HEALTHY FOOD FOR YOUR FAMILY THROUGH THE:

• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
• Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB)
• MSU Extension’s Michigan Fresh program

APPLYING FOR BENEFITS IS AS EASY AS 1-2-3

1. Visit: www.michigan.gov/mibridges

• Enter your information to create your free account
• Answer a few optional questions to verify your identity

2. Sign up for optional text notifications for updates 

• Click on ‘Apply for Benefits’

3. Select the program(s) your household would like to apply for

• You can select more than one program
• Complete the questions and you will be contacted once your application is reviewed

Need help applying for SNAP benefits?

For help finding a food pantry, assistance in applying for SNAP benefits or referrals to other resources call: Food Bank Council of Michigan's Food and Other Resources (F.O.R.) HELPLINE at (888) 544-8773

SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) BENEFITS

With a Bridge Card:

• Your children automatically qualify for free school meals
• You can receive free nutrition and physical activity education
• You can purchase seeds/plants to grow your own food
• You can buy food online from ALDI, Amazon and Walmart
• You can purchase prepared food from participating restaurants (if disabled, homeless or aged 60+)
• You can use Double Up Food Bucks to get free produce

Who can receive SNAP benefits?

• Eligible low-income families, individuals and college students

Note: The SNAP benefit is now available to individuals with a drug-related felony conviction.

For more information, explore ‘Assistance Programs’ within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services page: www.michigan.gov/mdhhs 

MORE ABOUT DOUBLE UP FOOD BUCKS (DUFB)

If you have a Bridge Card, DUFB matches your fruit and veggie purchases, up to $20 a day!

To find locations near you, visit: www.DoubleUpFoodBucks.org/locations 

At Farmer's Markets: Go to the info booth and ask about Double Up Food Bucks. Many markets use tokens for both your Bridge Card and DUFB, which you can use to buy Michigan grown produce.

At Grocery Stores: Before you shop, ask how DUFB works at your nearest participating location. Stores may load DUFBs onto their loyalty card, use a DUFB card and app, or use coupons.

Double Up Food Bucks is at 250+ MI grocery stores & farmers markets. Contact DUFB at (866) 586-2796 or info@doubleupfoodbucks.org

DUFB is a Fair Food Network program.

MSU EXTENSION’S VETERAN OUTREACH PROGRAMS

MSU Extension provides veterans with programs and services that support personal and financial wellness. Whether you’re currently serving, were recently discharged or served decades ago, MSU Extension wants to support the success of you, your family and your business.

Learn about MSU Extension’s Veteran Outreach Programs online: www.canr.msu.edu/veterans 

Heroes to Hives: Professional training and community development centered around beekeeping.

SNAP Outreach for Vets: Explains the SNAP food assistance program and offers enrollment assistance to veterans

To request free SNAP Outreach materials, order online at: https://bit.ly/SNAPOutreachForVets 

MSU EXTENSION’S MICHIGAN FRESH PROGRAM

Michigan Fresh is a project of Michigan State University (MSU) Extension that works to support consumption
of Michigan produced fruits and vegetables through sharing tips on growing, handling, preserving and
preparing Michigan grown foods.

Discover MI Fresh online and check out what’s in season, fact sheets, recipe cards and more! www.canr.msu.edu/mi_fresh