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Full Plate Press - Newsletter

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Hunger is a stark reality for growing senior population

Neighbors of all ages and demographics can experience bouts of food insecurity — meaning they can’t access or afford enough healthy food for a period of time. When neighbors over age 60 become food insecure, however, these periods of time … Continue reading →

Posted on January 19, 2022January 21, 2022 in Newsletter
Wanda Graves and great grandson in car

As “grandfamilies” become more common, seniors face new challenges

After raising their children and four grandchildren, Wanda and her husband never expected to raise another child, but when their great-grandson needed a home, they couldn’t turn him away.   “The thought of what would happen if he wasn’t with … Continue reading →

Posted on January 19, 2022January 21, 2022 in Newsletter
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Farmer shares orchard’s surplus with neighbors in need

Jim Raak grew up harvesting pine trees on his family’s farm near Fennville. As an adult, farming was the natural career choice for him, and he worked alongside his father as their farm took on many iterations. Over the years, … Continue reading →

Posted on January 19, 2022January 21, 2022 in Newsletter
Judith in her car

Filling the SNAP gap for seniors and older adults

When Judith had a stroke three years ago, she couldn’t talk for six months and was ultimately forced to quit her real estate job. She was disappointed because, although she was already well into her 70s, she’d planned to work … Continue reading →

Posted on January 19, 2022January 21, 2022 in Newsletter
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Gerry Syrba marks 27 years of volunteering at the food bank

This year marks Gerry’s 27th year fighting hunger at Feeding America West Michigan! As one of our most longstanding volunteers, Gerry has given countless hours of his time to help nourish our neighbors at risk of hunger.   Every Thursday, … Continue reading →

Posted on January 19, 2022January 19, 2022 in Newsletter

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Posted on January 3, 2022February 3, 2022 in Newsletter
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Every $1 You Give Now Provides 15 Meals to Neighbors in Need

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Getting Involved With the Food Bank

Two clients smiling at the camera while in their car at a Mobile Food Pantry

“It’s all about community” at Marquette Mobile Food Pantries

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Meet a Food Banker: Zach Saucier

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Full Plate Press: Catch up on the latest food bank news

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