SNAP DiSruption Resources

Due to the federal government shutdown, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits have not been issued as expected in November 2025. As of November 12th, the federal government shutdown has ended. The bill that Congress passed to reopen the government funds SNAP through September 2026. Full SNAP benefits should resume, but delays are possible as the government reopens. Visit Michigan.gov/MIBridges for further updates.

Below are some resources to help families who need assistance during this time.

Food pantries

Food Gatherers is distributing larger quantities of food more frequently through their 140 partner pantries and programs and will supplement that with drive-thru emergency food distributions. To find a meal site or food pantry near you, visit www.foodgatherers.org/foodresources or call 734-761-2796.

double up food bucks

From now until December 31, 2025:

#1 – Expanded Access to Double Up Food Bucks

All earned Double Up Food Bucks will stay valid — no expiration. Use your earned Double Up whenever you need them.
Daily matches is unlimited. If you still have SNAP funds on your card, you can use them to earn unlimited Double Up at a participating store, farm stand, or market.
Frozen fruits & veggies are now eligible statewide. Earn and spend Double Up on frozen produce (no added salt, sugar, or oil) at all participating locations.

#2 - Double Up Bonus Bucks

If you shop with Double Up Food Bucks (with an active Michigan SNAP/EBT/Bridge Card), you are automatically eligible to receive $40 in Double Up Bonus Bucks to use on fruits and veggies —no SNAP purchase required! There is a limit of one per customer while supplies last. Bonus bucks expire December 31, 2025. Find out more at doubleupfoodbucks.org/bonus-bucks
Where to get Double Up Bonus Bucks? In Washtenaw County bonus bucks are available at Agricole Farm Stop, Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Argus Farm Stop, People’s Food Co-op Ann Arbor, Saline Farmers Market, Shopper’s Marketplace, Ypsilanti Farmers Market, and Ypsilanti Food Cooperative. Find a location near you: DoubleUpFoodBucks/find-a-location.

YPSI Markets snap gap program

Shoppers who show a valid SNAP/EBT card will automatically receive $40 in SNAP Gap tokens per week. SNAP Gap tokens are usable only at Ypsilanti Farmers Market. These tokens can be spent on any food items, including hot and prepared foods. Tokens are valid through March 2026. Visit the information booth to receive tokens.

Argus farm stop Grocery vouchers & Produce discount

Grocery vouchers: Anyone in need of support buying groceries can get a $10 grocery voucher to purchase anything a SNAP/EBT card would normally cover. Each shopper is limited to 4 vouchers per trip. Only valid at Argus Farm Stop markets.
50% off produce: Present your SNAP/EBT/Bridge card to the cashier and receive 50% off fresh produce. Only valid at Argus Farm Stop markets.

Senior Cafes

Residents aged 60 and older can receive meals at Senior Café sites throughout the county.

Veterans

Washtenaw County residents who are active-duty Veterans with an honorable discharge or under honorable and are no longer receiving SNAP benefits can contact Washtenaw County Veterans Affairs at (734) 973-4540. DD-214 and DHHS letter are required.

The delay in SNAP benefits does not impact Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) benefits. Washtenaw County’s WIC program is open and prepared to support residents. WIC food benefits remain active and can be used as usual. The Michigan WIC program currently has funding to support full program operations – including clinic services and food benefits – through Friday, Dec. 19, 2025.