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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in East Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan — 2026

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

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
MIState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — East Grand Rapids, 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.

📝 How to Apply — East Grand Rapids, Michigan
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in East Grand Rapids: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online — Fastest
Visit www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program — available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone — 211
Call Mon–Fri business hours for East Grand Rapids residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Kent County Office
Visit offices near East Grand Rapids. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — East Grand Rapids
  • Minimal — self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs — Emergency Food Assistance in East Grand Rapids
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in East Grand Rapids, Michigan?
Residents of East Grand Rapids, Kent 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 Grand Rapids?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program, call 211, or visit Kent County office.
Is there a Emergency Food Assistance office in East Grand Rapids?
The nearest office is in Kent County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in East Grand Rapids, Michigan
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits
🚀 Apply for Emergency Food Assistance
Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 211 ← Back to Kent County
🔔 Michigan Alerts 2026
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📌 All Benefits in East Grand Rapids
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks