Five years ago, Ken was a 51-year-old mail carrier with plans to put in long hours until he turned 70. Then, he fell off his truck and broke his foot in two places. That injury, combined with his already-bad back, … Continue reading
rural hunger
Marcellus Community Food Pantry: a beacon of hope amidst gaps in government assistance
Families across our service area are jumping more hurdles than ever as they work to put food on the table. SNAP (formerly known as food stamps) and unemployment benefits can be helpful, but for many in need, they leave a … Continue reading
Kinross Township neighbors receive food they need thanks to New Hope Community Church and the United Way of the EUP
Located halfway between St. Ignace and Sault Ste. Marie, Kinross Township was once the site of a bustling Air Force base. Today, 7,500 residents, an international airport and multiple prisons call the township home.