Founded in 1981, the food bank now serves 40 counties COMSTOCK PARK, Mich., Jan. 7, 2021 — 2021 marks Feeding America West Michigan’s 40th year nourishing communities alongside hundreds of partners and thousands of donors and volunteers. This will be … Continue reading
In early 1980, Rev. Don Eddy saw a truckload of perfectly good carrots being composted on a farm in Grant. As director of United Methodist Metropolitan Ministries, he knew many people who faced hunger, so he asked the farmers to … Continue reading
In this edition of Full Plate Press, you’ll learn how the food bank has been fighting hunger during this unprecedented time and meet some of the neighbors we’ve supported. Next, you’ll get to know Susie and learn about her role as development manager. Then, you’ll see our 2019 impact at a glance in our annual report. Finally, you’ll meet two members of the Michigan National Guard and learn how their team helped the food bank distribute a massive amount of food when our neighbors needed it most. Continue reading
When the COVID-19 crisis hit, closing jobs and schools, Feeding America West Michigan quickly saw a ripple effect. As neighbors who had never before needed food assistance found themselves facing empty cupboards, and those already facing hunger found it even more difficult to make ends meet, the need for our services grew exponentially. Continue reading
From March 16 through June, Feeding America West Michigan distributed an unprecedented amount of food — 8,956,560 pounds to be exact. This food — equivalent to nearly 7.5 million meals — wouldn’t have made it to the hands of our neighbors facing hunger if it weren’t for the support of 17 Michigan National Guard members who dedicated 2 1/2 months of their time to the cause. Continue reading
Every year, numerous supporters help Feeding America West Michigan get nutritious food to our neighbors who need it most. Nothing we do would be possible without the help of countless hunger heroes working to end hunger alongside us. Take a look at our annual report to see our impact at a glance. Continue reading
