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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in North Shade, Gratiot County, Michigan β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for North Shade residents

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