Justina and Jenny share more than a membership at Marquette’s Silver Creek Church; they also share a history of having at times faced hunger. Right now the women are on opposite sides of the Mobile Pantry line, but both are … Continue reading
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Feeding America West Michigan Mobile Pantries in Marquette County Receive Funding from The Cleveland-Cliffs Foundation
COMSTOCK PARK, Mich., April 28, 2021 — Feeding America West Michigan’s Mobile Pantry program has received funding from The Cleveland-Cliffs Foundation to help provide food for hundreds of neighbors in need in Marquette County. At each Mobile Pantry event sponsored … Continue reading
“We could never buy fresh fruit” – U.P. neighbor who faced hunger gives back
Nearly 70 years ago when Annie was just 9, she would wake up early, walk into town – rain, snow or shine – and peel potatoes at local restaurants. “They would give me a meal and something to take home … Continue reading
COVID-19 Hunger Heroes Part 7: Thanks to the Marquette County COVID-19 Response Fund, a family gets the food they need
When Mary Ann was laid off in mid-March, her first thought was her 7-year-old daughter Madison: “How will we be able to provide for everything she needs?” she recalled thinking. “With bills to pay, feeding our family and pets – I had a slight panic attack,” she shared. Continue reading