As released to the press today: Officials of one of the nation’s largest food banks have announced the appointment of Kenneth R. Estelle as Chief Executive Officer, effective April 27. Estelle was recently a vice president and general manager with … Continue reading
Feeding America West Michigan
Traces of the Trade: A Story from the Deep North
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day by watching an incredible documentary – and support the Food Bank at the same time! We’ve been chosen as the recipients of the admission “price” of this event. The coordinators are asking that viewers … Continue reading
Goodbye John – Your Words Will Go Forth and Do Good
The day has finally come…John Arnold’s not working at the Food Bank anymore. As you’ve no doubt read in our newsletter, the Grand Rapids Business Journal, or the Grand Rapids Press, John’s cancer has advanced to the point that he … Continue reading
SNAP Outreach Pilot Ends Successfully, Tearfully
We interrupt our current article and storytelling series to share the results of our SNAP outreach – both in terms of raw numbers and a heart-wrenching story.
9/4 Golf outing at the Alpine Golf Course – Sign up now!
This event was announced in our Summer newsletter for July 25th. The Tip-Off Bar and Grill, which intended to sponsor the outing, has since closed its doors; the Alpine Golf Club has graciously offered to host the outing on Saturday, … Continue reading
New truck will bring fresh food to clients in Southwest Michigan
There’s a new truck in our parking lot today, and I mean brand-spanking-new! It’s all thanks to the partnership between Kraft Foods Foundation and Feeding America, the national network of food banks. Of course, we’re not the only ones celebrating. … Continue reading