Surplus Commodities Distribution

About

The Community Development / Housing Department coordinates the distribution of surplus commodity foods to qualified low-income households in need.

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To Qualify

To qualify, the residents must meet the following guidelines: 

  • 130% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines for those under 60 years of age
  • 160% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines for those 60 years of age and older

Call the Commodities Hotline at 734-595-0366 each month to find out what items will be available for pickup and further information.

Pick Up Locations and Day

Westland residents living north of Michigan Avenue

Westland residents living south of Michigan Avenue

Westland residents living at Greenwood Villa

  • Pick Up Day:  usually third Wednesday of each month. 
  • Location:  Greenwood Villa

Westland residents living at Thomas F. Taylor Towers