Local Food Banks
About 7-8% of the individuals and families in Livingston County and 10% in the Whitmore Lake area are facing food insecurity. Demand is high and we can help! By donating food and volunteering, First United Methodist Church – Brighton and Whitmore Lake can help bridge the widening economic gap that comes from the high cost of food, gas and affordable housing. Food pantries can distribute package foods within six to 12 months of expiration and two years for most canned goods.
Need Help
- Hunger Council List of Food and Meal Programs LINK
- Fish & Loaves Community Dinner Schedule LINK
- FUMC-sponsored Meals at Greecian Island Restaurant (Grand River & Old US 23, Brighton)
- The Ivy Table (Grand River, east of US 23, Brighton)
- Call 2-1-1 for the United Way’s human services helpline
- Call Love INC, 517-552-3620, to connect with an array of assistance through partner churches.
Volunteer
These church members can help you connect:
- Gleaners, Cedric Gibson, cedric.gibson2002@gmail.com
- Whitmore Lake Food Pantry, Laurie Clement, laurelclem25@gmail.com
- The Torch, Mary Kushner, mkushner23@gmail.com
Donate
Bring nonperishable food items to the church anytime and it will be delivered that week to local food banks. November/December focus: holiday meal items (canned vegetables, pie filling, stuffing mix, gravy, etc.).
Gleaners Community Food Bank of Livingston County
Drop off food for Gleaners in the Library at First United Methodist Church – Brighton Campus (look for the “Missions” cabinets). High need items include peanut butter and jelly and canned meat/protein items. Thank you! For those needing food, drive-up distributions are open to anyone. You do not need to bring identification or proof of eligibility to receive food. Learn more
Whitmore Lake Area Human Services
Drop off food for the Whitmore Lake Area Human Services food pantry in the collection bin in the Whitmore Lake Campus Upper Hall.
High need items include canned meats/protein/stew and spices. Anyone needing food can contact the food pantry — no one is turned away.
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