Food Pantries

A state program for deer donations led to 140,000 pounds of ground venison for Michigan food banks in the last fiscal year.

Volunteers at one food pantry said the increase in visitors has been "immense."

Find local food pantries across central and northern Michigan and learn how rising costs are impacting consumers and the food banks serving communities in need.

Data from the U.S Department of Agriculture shows that food deserts in Michigan are decreasing, but Feeding America shows food insecurity is still a high factor. In the northeastern part of the state, the issue is even more present.

A shortage in baby formula continues to plague Michigan parents.