Alger Community Food Pantry

09/01/2026

We have a new sign, thanks to our great community! We’d like to thank the Alger Regional Community Foundation - For Good. For Ever. for their grant to cover the costs of our new sign, as well as the several volunteers (Kim, Kris, Greg, Dominic, Sean & Ken) who helped transport and install it. Thank you everyone.

07/09/2026

The Alger Community Food Pantry is in desperate need of both paper and plastic bags. Please bring your clean bags to the pantry during our open hours (Tues & Thur noon to 3:30). Thank You!

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06/09/2026

ACFP Shift Volunteer Co-Managers Needed: The Alger Community Food Pantry is looking for a pair of volunteers willing to act as Co-managers of the ACFP shift volunteers. This shared position involves setting the schedule for shift volunteers every two months, finding subs if needed, picking up donations at Pat’s Foods and then opening the pantry at noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays (can divide days) and greeting the volunteers. The Shift Volunteer Managers help create a friendly relationship with our essential shift volunteers so interaction with these volunteers is essential. A number of volunteers routinely sign up for days on the schedule, others will need to be contacted to fill the schedule to work the pantry (hours are noon to 3:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays). While single persons will be considered a pair of coordinating volunteers would likely be better. Volunteers should live in or close to Munising. Persons interested in volunteering for the food pantry in this capacity should contact John Sherman-Jones, Pantry Manager at (906) 450-2390.

06/09/2026

Free Grab and Go meals from Feeding America West Michigan for youth under 18 all summer at the Munising Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12-1 pm.

05/15/2026

Seniors (60 & up) who might be having a challenge with adding fresh produce to their food budget should contact the Alger County Commission on Aging (387-2439, 1604 Sand Point Rd, Munising) to find out about their new Senior Produce Program. They have received a grant from the Superior Health Foundation to offer an eligible senior household (income limit of $2,500 month for one/$3,260 month for 2) a $50 fresh produce voucher that can be used at the Munising Farmer's Market or eligible local farm stands. This program helps seniors in need of fresh healthy produce as well as our local farmers.

05/13/2026

Our thanks to the Munising Masonic Lodge for their generous support with a donation of $1,100 to help us help the families of the Alger Community.

04/02/2026

Due to the storm warning and potential icy roads, the Alger Community Food Pantry will be closed today (Thursday, 4/2/26) for everyone's safety.

03/16/2026

Some parts of Michigan are exempt from the new work requirements for food assistance — and others are not. Here’s how to tell what applies to you.

If you permanently reside in one of these exempt counties or cities, you do not need to fulfill new work requirements and will receive SNAP benefits as usual:

📍 Counties: Alcona, Alger, Arenac, Cheboygan, Iosco, Iron, Luce, Mackinac, Montmorency, Oceana, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Presque Isle, Roscommon, Schoolcraft

🏙️ Cities: Bay City, Detroit, Eastpointe, Flint, Jackson, Saginaw
If you do NOT permanently reside in one of these areas, you may need to meet work requirements or meet an exemption. Many people still meet exemptions based on caregiving, health, school, and many more.

If you do not meet the requirements or meet an exemption, your SNAP benefits may be limited to three months every three years.

📞 Call your local MDHHS office to learn about exemptions: 1-844-464-3447

02/26/2026

Thank you ALTRAN for advertising the local food pantry information on your bus as a public service.

02/24/2026

With the early closure of schools, the Alger Community Food Pantry will be closed today (Tuesday, 2/24) due to the upcoming winter storm.