Michigan Food as Medicine Summit to Bring Together Health, Policy, and Community Leaders October 7–8
On National Food as Medicine Day, September 14, the Food Bank Council of Michigan (FBCM) is announcing details of the Michigan Food as Medicine Summit (MiFAM) to be held on October 7–8, 2025 at the Kellogg Center in East Lansing. The Summit will convene healthcare providers, payers, policymakers, researchers, and community leaders to advance the role of food and nutrition in health and health care.
Meridian and Centene Foundation Announce $1 Million Grant to FBCM
We’re proud to partner with Meridian Health Plan and the Centene Foundation to improve health and fight hunger in Southwest Michigan. Their recent $1 million grant to the Food Bank Council of Michigan supports our work in Prosperity Region 8, including food access, health equity, and rural innovation.
Michigan DNR and Food Bank Council of Michigan Partner Through Hunters Feeding Michigan Program
The Michigan DNR has contracted with FBCM to support the Hunters Feeding Michigan program, connecting hunters and food banks to provide venison to families in need.
Michigan Research Strengthens Case for Food as Medicine in Healthcare Transformation and a Drop in Food Insecurity Rates
New research evaluating a Food is Medicine (FIM) intervention at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) demonstrates significant improvements in patient health outcomes, food security, and dietary behaviors.
Food Bank Council of Michigan Welcomes Denise Donahue as Director of Communications
The Food Bank Council of Michigan (FBCM) is proud to announce Denise Donahue as its Director of Communications. In this role, Denise will oversee all aspects of FBCM’s communication strategy, including messaging, branding, and storytelling, to enhance the organization’s mission of ending hunger in Michigan.
Food Bank Council of Michigan Launches New Website
The Food Bank Council of Michigan (FBCM) is proud to announce the launch of its newly designed website at www.fbcmich.org. The new website features a streamlined, modern design, and improved functionality. The site was redesigned to better reflect the work of the Food Bank Council of Michigan and to highlight the services the organization offers.
Food Bank Council of Michigan Executive Director Dr. Phil Knight Appointed to National and State Advisory Councils
The Food Bank Council of Michigan (FBCM) today announced its executive director, Dr. Phil Knight, was recently appointed to Feeding America’s National Advisory Council and the Michigan State University Extension AgBioResearch State Advisory Council.
Food Bank Council of Michigan Announces Executive Team Changes
The Food Bank Council of Michigan (FBCM) recently announced that veteran food bank executive Marsha Keefer has joined the organization as its new chief operating officer and Dr. Dawn Opel, who formerly served as the Council’s chief operating officer and general counsel, has been promoted to chief innovation officer. She remains in her role as general counsel.
Triscuit announces $150,000 donation to Food Bank Council of Michigan
Triscuit, an iconic brand known for its layered, woven wheat crackers, has announced a $150,000 donation to the Food Bank Council of Michigan in collaboration with Kroger Co. Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation.
Food Bank Council of Michigan celebrates raising $145,735
The Food Bank Council of Michigan is celebrating the conclusion of its 2022 Michigan Harvest Gathering donation campaign, which generated over $145,735 in donations from businesses, organizations, farmers and individuals from across the state.
‘Cruel, inefficient and just wrong on so many levels’
For years, Michiganders with savings have been barred from food assistance. A Democratic lawmaker is determined to change that.
Michigan food banks have less food – and more people to feed
More people are turning to food pantries as grocery costs skyrocketed in the past year, and Michigan food banks, which distribute to local pantries, are straining to meet the growing need despite a drop in the food supply.