NWI is here for you! Whether you need help with getting food for you or your family, signing up for social service programs like the Ingham County Health Plan, Plan First, Medicare, EBT/Bridge Card, social security disability or are in need or emergency services for utilities, NorthWest Initiatives can help. We can guide you through the process to get assistance with gas and/or electric bills, getting a cellphone, obtaining housing assistance and much more. Call Sinclair at NWI (517) 999-2894 to get started.
Cottage cheese and pie crusts
Free Food Distribution
Free Food Distribution is changing to the second and 4th Thursdays of the month starting January 12th. Our first distribution will be on January 12th, between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Join us! We look forward to seeing you. Freshly-prepared healthy snacks until they’re gone.
Fresh Conversations
Starting on January 19th, come visit us for Fresh Conversations- a healthy lifestyles group geared towards seniors. We talk about things like heart health, malnutrition, and cancer prevention through a healthy diet. The group is free, and the only thing you need to bring is an appetite for a delicious food tasting.
Cooking Classes
Free, in-person cooking classes are starting up again on January 19th. The classes will be in person, and hands-on. We welcome long-time cooks and people who have never cut an onion. You’ll get experience preparing easy, inexpensive and healthy meals. Taking advantage of the Michigan Harvest of the Month can keep your belly and wallet full. Come and find out how!
Delicious bread donated by Panera
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS
Do you have some free time and a desire to make the world a little bit better? Do you like working with folks with a positive attitude and good outlook on life?
Email our volunteer coordinator
today, or give us a call at (517) 999-2894 to find out how you can help.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
This project was funded in whole or in part by the USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and the Michigan Fitness Foundation.
Civil Rights Requirements
All “front-line” staff are required to complete the annual Civil Rights Training.