Food assistance for women and families centers on SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children), the National School Lunch Program, Feeding America food banks, and Meals on Wheels. WIC serves pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children up to age 5, providing food packages, nutrition counseling, and breastfeeding peer support — household income limit is 185% of the Federal Poverty Level. SNAP eligibility is generally 130% FPL. Food banks operate in every state and typically require no application for an initial visit. This directory includes each state's SNAP office, WIC clinics, and regional food bank networks.
Michigan family courts (a division of circuit court) handle custody and related matters in each of its 83 counties, with Friend of the Court offices providing investigation, mediation, and enforcement support. The Office of Child Support runs statewide enforcement. Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, and Sterling Heights are the largest metros. Michigan Legal Help and the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence support women.
Michigan Food Assistance Program (SNAP) works with women across Michigan on SNAP, WIC, food pantries, and free meal programs. Phone (844) 799-9876 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm — confirm by phone before driving in. No fee for eligible women, with intake handled confidentially.
(844) 799-9876 · Statewide program · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Feeding America West Michigan works with women across Michigan on SNAP, WIC, food pantries, and free meal programs. Phone (616) 784-3250 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Hours are Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Free for qualifying Michigan mothers and their children.
(616) 784-3250 · 864 West River Center Dr NE, Comstock Park, MI 49321 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Gleaners Community Food Bank — Detroit is the go-to food-assistance resource in the Detroit area for SNAP, WIC, food pantries, and free meal programs. Phone (866) 453-2637 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Service hours run Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; ask about after-hours options if needed. Free of charge for women meeting income or program eligibility.
(866) 453-2637 · 2131 Beaufait St, Detroit, MI 48207 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Based in Flint, Food Bank of Eastern Michigan — Flint supports Michigan women navigating SNAP, WIC, food pantries, and free meal programs. Call (810) 239-4441 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. Available Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. No fee for eligible women, with intake handled confidentially.
(810) 239-4441 · 2300 Lapeer Rd, Flint, MI 48503 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Forgotten Harvest — Detroit works with women across Michigan on SNAP, WIC, food pantries, and free meal programs. Contact (248) 967-1500 to ask about appointments, documents to bring, and waitlist status. Available Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. Free of charge for women meeting income or program eligibility.
(248) 967-1500 · 21800 Greenfield Rd, Oak Park, MI 48237 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — federal food assistance, apply through your state agency for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families who need vetted, plain-language information on food pantry visits, SNAP/WIC application help, prepared meals, and grocery deliveries. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Federal nutrition program for pregnant women, new mothers, and young children. Find your local WIC clinic. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families who need vetted, plain-language information on food pantry visits, SNAP/WIC application help, prepared meals, and grocery deliveries. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Locate the nearest food bank in the largest network of US food banks. 200+ member food banks nationwide for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families who need vetted, plain-language information on food pantry visits, SNAP/WIC application help, prepared meals, and grocery deliveries. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Free meals for children and teens during summer months. Text FOOD to 304-304 to find sites for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families who need vetted, plain-language information on food pantry visits, SNAP/WIC application help, prepared meals, and grocery deliveries. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Home-delivered meals for seniors and homebound adults nationwide. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families who need vetted, plain-language information on food pantry visits, SNAP/WIC application help, prepared meals, and grocery deliveries. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Connecting children to nutrition programs including school meals, summer meals, and after-school meals for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families who need vetted, plain-language information on food pantry visits, SNAP/WIC application help, prepared meals, and grocery deliveries. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Free locator connecting gardeners with food pantries that accept fresh produce donations for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families who need vetted, plain-language information on food pantry visits, SNAP/WIC application help, prepared meals, and grocery deliveries. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479) — free hotline connecting people to food assistance for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families who need vetted, plain-language information on food pantry visits, SNAP/WIC application help, prepared meals, and grocery deliveries. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Christian advocacy organization working to end hunger in the US and globally for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income mothers, pregnant women, and families who need vetted, plain-language information on food pantry visits, SNAP/WIC application help, prepared meals, and grocery deliveries. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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