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          Food Assistance

          Please view the following resources for food assistance in the surrounding Metro Detroit area.

          Food Resource Locations

          NW Detroit Blessing Boxes

          • Located: 11640 W Parkway St. Redford, MI 48239
          • Hours Vary, check the Facebook page to ensure they are open and operating

          Elmwood Blessing Box

          • Located: 27543 Joy Rd, Unit A. Westland, MI  48150
          • Hours Vary, check the Facebook page to ensure they are open and operating

          Cruella Doughville Delano Blessing Box

          • Located: 11132 Delano St. Romulus, MI  48174
          • Hours Vary, check the Facebook page to ensure they are open and operating

          Gleaners Community Food Bank

          • Monthly, Gleaners hosts drive-up food distributions, which are free and open to the public. These are at different locations. Anyone in need of food is encouraged to attend and will receive over 35 pounds of nutritious groceries, like milk, fresh fruit, vegetables, lean protein, and other shelf-stable items while supplies last.
          • Please check PantryNet, Facebook, or Instagram for more information/cancellations.

          Forgotten Harvest Food Pantry

          Throughout the month, Forgotten Harvest operates mobile pantries throughout metro Detroit. They have set locations depending on the day, so go to their website to find out where they will be & confirm their operating hours

          Fish & Loaves Pantry

          • Fish & Loaves hosts a “Saturday Fresh Market” with the goal of providing fresh produce to those in need throughout the community. This program is held on Saturday (except the 3rd Saturday of the month) from 9am-12pm.
          • Individuals or families in need, regardless of residency or income, are able to visit the drive-thru and receive 20-25 pounds of fresh produce and dairy.
          • Visit their website for more information