On a Tuesday morning once a month, Bryan arrives at White Cloud Church of God to set up tables and prep volunteers for that day’s Feeding America West Michigan Mobile Food Pantry. He works third shift at a local factory … Continue reading
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3 ways to — safely — get food to neighbors this holiday season
During the holiday season, most Michiganders look forward to sitting down with their families over plates of delicious, homemade meals. But for many neighbors, a dinner table full of food is a distant hope. You can help get food to families in need! Here are three ways to get started. 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
School bus driver laid off, receives groceries for her family at Mobile Food Pantries in Niles
When schools began closing, parents across our service area struggled more than ever to make ends meet. Maria, a single mom of four, was impacted particularly hard: not only were her kids suddenly home, she also lost her job as … Continue reading
Volunteer of 10 years moves away, will be missed
If large volunteer groups are the food bank’s bread, long-term volunteers are our butter. Together, they help us serve an average of 21 million meals worth of food to neighbors in need each year. “Long-term volunteers are important because we … Continue reading
Bay Mills Community College provides groceries for 800 neighbors with support from Red Nose Day
Located along the shore of Lake Superior, the Bay Mills Indian Community is home for around 2,000 Chippewa County residents, and home to Bay Mills Community College – which, in 1981, became Michigan’s first accredited Tribal College located on a … Continue reading