Part IV: Rising Costs Series

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As the series concludes, the conversation focuses on how communities — especially low-income families — cope with rising costs, and the essential, ongoing role of food banks in Michigan’s safety net. While some wish for a world where food banks are no longer needed, persistent challenges like unemployment, chronic illness, mental health issues, and family instability mean emergency food assistance will always be necessary.

Food remains one of the most cost-effective ways to support children, patients, and vulnerable individuals, making hunger relief both a compassionate and practical tool in the fight against poverty.

DTE Energy Foundation exemplifies this responsibility, investing millions annually to support low-income families. Tune in Sunday on WJR Radio at 9 p.m. with Gerry Brisson, president & CEO of Gleaners Community Food Bank, & FFM's co-host and Rodney Cole, president of DTE Energy Foundation to learn more about the impact.