Michigan Treasury
Home Heating Credit
Refundable state tax credit, claimed on state return, stacks with LIHEAP for low-income filers.
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Michigan grants &
benefits, all in one place.
Every federal program is administered through Michigan state agencies, often with state-specific names, eligibility tiers, and seasonal windows. This page lists how to access each one, plus the Michigan-only programs that stack on top.
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◢ Michigan eligibility estimator
What programs do you likely qualify for in Michigan?
Drop in your household size and income. The estimator returns programs your number is likely under, using the lower 48 federal poverty schedule.
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Programs in Michigan
SNAP (food assistance)
≤130% FPLGross income test, Michigan · Income limit: $34,645/yr
Medicaid (expansion adults)
≤138% FPLMichigan expanded Medicaid · Income limit: $36,777/yr
LIHEAP energy assistance
≤150% FPLState variant; some use 60% state median income · Income limit: $39,975/yr
WIC (children under 5, pregnant)
≤185% FPLAuto-eligible if on SNAP or Medicaid · Income limit: $49,303/yr
Lifeline phone + ACP internet
≤200% FPLFederal program through any participating carrier · Income limit: $53,300/yr
Reduced-price school meals
≤185% FPLFree meals at 130% FPL · Income limit: $49,303/yr
ACA Marketplace subsidies
≤400% FPLStrongest subsidies below 250% FPL · Income limit: $106,600/yr
Estimator only — final eligibility includes asset, citizenship, and category tests.
◢ Where to apply
Core Michigan agencies.
Most assistance programs in Michigan flow through one of these state agencies. Bookmark the ones relevant to you.
Combined benefits portal
MI Bridges
Michigan's one-stop application portal for SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, and other state benefits.
newmibridges.michigan.gov/
Energy assistance
State Emergency Relief + LIHEAP
State LIHEAP program. Apply at the start of the heating season; funds run out before the published deadline.
www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/assistance-programs/heat-utilities
SNAP food assistance
Michigan SNAP
Federal SNAP run by the state. Average benefit is about $202 per person per month.
www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/assistance-programs/food
Health coverage
Michigan Medicaid
State Medicaid program. Children's CHIP coverage typically extends to higher income limits.
www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/assistance-programs/medicaid
Housing
Michigan State Housing Development Authority
State housing finance agency. Section 8 vouchers are issued by local PHAs in each county.
www.michigan.gov/mshda
◢ State-specific programs
Programs unique to Michigan.
These programs only exist in Michigan. They stack on top of federal benefits and use different income rules.
◢ By need category
Federal programs accessed in Michigan.
Every federal program below is available to Michigan residents through state-administered offices. Click any category for the full eligibility breakdown.
◢ Michigan questions
Common questions about Michigan programs.
Apply through MI Bridges, Michigan's official benefits portal. The same application typically covers Medicaid and TANF. Most decisions arrive within 30 days, faster for expedited cases.
Michigan's LIHEAP runs as State Emergency Relief + LIHEAP. Apply through the state's energy assistance office during the program's seasonal window. Crisis benefits process within 48 hours.
Yes. Michigan runs 1 notable state-specific programs including Home Heating Credit. State-funded programs often have different income limits than federal versions.
Michigan sets Medicaid income limits within federal rules. For non-disabled adults the cap is typically 138% of the federal poverty level if the state expanded Medicaid under the ACA. Children's CHIP coverage extends higher, often 200% FPL or more.
Call 211 first. The United Way line will route you to local Emergency Rental Assistance funds, Michigan Community Action Agencies, and faith-based emergency funds active in your county. Most local funds process applications faster than state programs.
Editorial disclaimer
GrantsHubUSA is an independent editorial blog. We are not the Michigan government, and we do not administer these programs. Always confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and contact details with the state agency before applying. See our full disclaimer.
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