LANSING, Mich. — State Rep. Steve Frisbie today assured Calhoun County residents that Michigan House Republicans are acting responsibly to protect families who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) amid the ongoing federal budget standoff.

“I know many of you have called my office concerned about the federal budget standoff and SNAP benefits,” said Frisbie, R-Battle Creek. “While the program is federal and I cannot speak on what the federal government will do, Michigan House Republicans have come to an agreement with Governor Whitmer to ensure $4.5 million of existing general-fund dollars will be provided to the Food Bank Council of Michigan each week the federal government is shut down. This covers all counties across our state.”

Frisbie said the bipartisan agreement ensures food banks can continue supporting families without expanding government or creating new programs. He noted the Michigan Senate passed a $70 million proposal, but House leaders raised concerns about replacing federal dollars without reimbursement.

“We are not heartless — and we understand your needs are dire,” Frisbie said. “That’s why we’re putting your needs above politics. If you have questions, my staff and I will do our best to get you answers quickly. For immediate food assistance, call 211.”

Frisbie’s office has compiled the following list of Calhoun County food pantries and meal sites, based on the South Michigan Food Bank’s Resource Guide:

Battle Creek

      •     Family Bible Church Pantry – 725 N. 10th St. – (269) 965-5147

      •     First Congregational Church – 145 Capital Ave. NE – (269) 965-1225

      •     St. Philip Catholic Church Pantry – 112 Capital Ave. NE – (269) 968-6645

      •     Salvation Army Battle Creek Corps – 400 Capital Ave. NE – (269) 963-3640

      •     North Avenue Church of God – 1079 North Ave. – (269) 965-5422

      •     Trinity Lutheran Church Pantry – 2055 E. Columbia Ave. – (269) 963-5539

Marshall

      •     First United Methodist Church – 111 E. Michigan Ave. – (269) 781-5107

      •     Zion Lutheran Church – 135 W. Green St. – (269) 781-5159

Albion

      •     Albion First United Methodist Church – 600 E. Michigan Ave. – (517) 629-9425

      •     Caring Community Albion Food Pantry – 101 N. Albion St. – (517) 629-5266

Homer

      •     Homer Caring and Sharing Pantry – 102 W. Main St. – (517) 568-3902

Tekonsha

      •     Tekonsha Food Pantry – 230 E. Jackson St. – (517) 767-3406

Ceresco

      •     Ceresco Baptist Church Pantry – 230 Marshall St. – (269) 963-7785

Athens

      •     Athens Christian Center Pantry – 128 N. Main St. – (269) 729-9468

Residents can also view the full Calhoun County Resource Guide online through the South Michigan Food Bank at smfoodbank.org/wp-content/uploads/Calhoun-County-Resource-Guide-1.pdf.

“Michigan families shouldn’t suffer because of dysfunction in Washington,” Frisbie said. “We’re taking care of our people and making sure food remains on the table.”

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Media Contact:

Dakota Gordon | Media Relations Liaison

(615) 838-1063 | dgordon@house.mi.gov