The USDA says nearly 15 percent of Michiganders, or 1.47 million — receive SNAP benefits monthly - which is about $186 per household.

FERNDALE, Mich. (FOX 2) - In the past week online chatter has been growing about people who could potentially lose SNAP benefits, where they could find help, or how they can help people in need.

FOX 2 made some phone calls and started driving around to some of these places that provide assistance.

The drive took us to the Little Free pantry in Ferndale, where we saw a neighbor doing his part to help others.

It’s located on Planovan between West Lewiston and West Cambourne.

Organizer Lori Yates says because of the stalemate in Washington, DC a number of people have stepped up.

"The amount of donations we’ve received, just in the past couple days, has really warmed my heart, and really made me sure of why I live in Ferndale; but Metro Detroit in general," she said. "Everybody is doing such a great job of helping people at this time."

FOX 2: "I see you get pretty emotional about it. What’s behind that emotion?"

"It’s just really heartwarming to see people coming together and helping people who need it," she said. "We don’t want to see anybody go without anything that they need for themselves or their kids."

The USDA says nearly 15 percent of Michiganders, or 1.47 million — receive SNAP benefits monthly - which is about $186 per household.