Northville Public Schools wants to make families aware that a lapse in SNAP funding is expected to begin this Saturday, November 1. We understand that this may create challenges for some families, and we are committed to sharing resources to help ensure everyone has access to food and support during this time.
Local Food Assistance Programs:
Families in need of food resources can reach out to a variety of organizations in Oakland County:
- Pantry.net – Interactive map to locate nearby food pantries
- GCFB.org/food-assistance-programs – Gleaners Mobile Pantry Drive-Up Distribution Events
- OLHSA.org – Oakland Livingston Health Service Agency
- Mi211.org – Michigan 211 Food Assistance Programs and locations
- Forgotten Harvest – Find local food distribution sites
- Food and Other Resources Hotline: 1-888-544-8773
- Findhelp.org – Search for food, housing, and financial assistance programs
Northville-Specific Supports:
- Cooke School Food Pantry: Through an innovative partnership with The Kids’ Table, the Cooke School Food Pantry provides monthly to-go boxes filled with nutritious food and hope for area families. Families may reach out directly to their school principal to access this resource.
- Northville Civic Concern is collecting non-perishable items including: canned goods- vegetables, fruit, and meat etc., soup, cereal, baby products, paper products, Household Cleaners and Laundry Detergent. Would you prefer to donate money or gift cards? 100% of monetary donations go to support families. Food and monetary donations can be delivered to 43275 Seven Mile Rd., Northville, MI 48167 (Highland Lakes Shopping Center) Drop off times are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10 am - 1 pm or mailed to Northville Civic Concern PO Box 323 Northville, MI 48167.
Complete the Education Benefit Form:
Families are encouraged to complete the Education Benefit Form, which is more than just a meal application. This form determines eligibility for a wide range of school funding and student resources, including academic testing fee waivers (AP, SAT, ACT), discounts on extracurricular activities, and access to programs like tutoring and social work support. Completing the form is crucial, as it helps schools qualify for vital state and federal funds that directly benefit students and ensure continued access to these important services.
Northville Public Schools remains committed to supporting all families during this temporary lapse in SNAP funding. If your family or someone you know may benefit from these resources, we encourage you to take advantage of the programs listed above and connect with your school for additional support.
For more information, please contact your school principal or visit the websites linked above.