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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in East Lansing, Clinton County, Michigan β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for East Lansing residents

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
MIState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” East Lansing, Michigan
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” East Lansing, Michigan
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in East Lansing: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
3
Apply by Phone β€” 211
Call Mon–Fri business hours for East Lansing residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Clinton County Office
Visit offices near East Lansing. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” East Lansing
  • Minimal β€” self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs β€” Emergency Food Assistance in East Lansing
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in East Lansing, Michigan?
Residents of East Lansing, Clinton County, Michigan with income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 211.
How to apply for Emergency Food Assistance in East Lansing?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program, call 211, or visit Clinton County office.
Is there a Emergency Food Assistance office in East Lansing?
The nearest office is in Clinton County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” Michigan Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Emergency Food Assistance changes in Michigan.