SNAP Outreach at Food Bank Council of Michigan

11/02/2026

📍 SNAP work requirements are no longer waived in Alger, Arenac, Iosco, Iron, Luce, Montmorency, Oceana and Roscommon counties, and Bay City.

If you receive SNAP and live in one of these areas, work requirements may now apply to you as of November 1.

Here’s what to do:

1️⃣ Keep your information current in your MI Bridges account: michigan.gov/MIBridges
2️⃣ Watch for MDHHS notices and follow the instructions you receive.
3️⃣ Call MDHHS to ask about other exemptions. You may qualify based on your health, caregiving responsibilities or other circumstances.

Read the MDHHS announcement. https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/inside-mdhhs/newsroom/2026/10/30/federal-work-requirements-for-some-snap-recipients-begin-november-1

10/21/2026

Final reminder for Michigan Bridge Card users!

The old ebtEDGE app stops working on October 31. Download ebtEDGE NEW! today so you can keep checking your balance and managing your Bridge Card.

Get the new app:
Google Play Store: https://bit.ly/3VZmo2d
Apple App Store: https://bit.ly/3TTz6it

Already switched? Share this reminder to help others stay connected.

10/20/2026

Activate your new Michigan Bridge Card before Oct. 30. Once it’s activated, begin using your new card and discard your old one.

Remember:
• Your new Bridge Card is mailed at no cost.
• Your benefits and account stay the same. Only the card is changing.
• Your current card will work until you activate your new card or until Oct. 30, whichever comes first.
• Keep your mailing address current at Michigan.gov/MIBridges.

Questions? Call 1-888-678-8914.

10/14/2026

Due to high call volume, the F.O.R. Helpline is temporarily pausing incoming calls so our team can respond to pending requests for assistance.

Normal operations will resume November 2, 2026.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

09/22/2026

Keep these important dates in mind as new Michigan BridgeCards arrive:

• Sept. 25: If you haven’t received your new card, visit Michigan.gov/MIBridges or call 1-888-678-8914 to make sure your mailing address is current.
• Oct. 30: Current Bridge Cards stop working.
• Oct. 31: Old ebtEDGE App stops working.

Remember:
• Your new Bridge Card is mailed at no cost.
• Your benefits and account stay the same. Only the card is changing.
• Your current card will continue working until you activate your new card or until Oct. 30, whichever comes first.
• Download the ebtEDGE NEW! App before Oct. 31

Download in the Google Play Store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fis.ebt.nch
Download in the Apple App Store https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ebtedge-new/id6751549725

Questions? Visit Michigan.gov/MIBridges or call 1-888-678-8914.

09/14/2026

09/14/2026

Michigan's Women, Infants & Children program, providing supplemental nutrition, breastfeeding information, and other resources for healthy mothers & babies.

09/04/2026

📢 There’s a new ebtEDGE app for Michigan Bridge Card users.

⬇️ Download ebtEDGE NEW! as soon as possible. The new app will replace the current version, which will soon no longer work or be available for download.

Use the app to manage your Bridge Card, check your balance and more.

Download in the Google Play Store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fis.ebt.nch

Download in the Apple App Store https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ebtedge-new/id6751549725

08/25/2026

Your new Michigan Bridge Card has arrived. Here’s what to do next:

• Open the mailing and follow the included instructions to activate your new card.
• Once activated, begin using your new card and discard your old one.
• Your benefits and account will stay the same. Only the card is changing.

Your new card is mailed at no cost. Your current Bridge Card will continue working until you activate your new card or until Oct. 30, whichever comes first.

Keep your mailing address current at Michigan.gov/MIBridges.

Questions? Call 1-888-678-8914.