Food Bank of Eastern Michigan

Volunteering can be a rewarding experience (just ask our friends at Flint & Genesee Young Professionals)! In just TWO HOURS, a single volunteer can sort enough food to provide meals for up to 700 FAMILIES in need. Just imagine all the good you can do in an afternoon! So what are you waiting for? Contact our Volunteer Coordinator Brooke Summers today at bsummers@fbem.us or by dialing (810) 396-0210. Thank you all for helping us in our fight against hunger!

For National Hispanic Heritage Month we'd like to recognize our Facilities Manager, Pete Lazo! On October 19, 2017, Pete became a part of the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan, where he has been an integral member of the Warehouse / Operations Team. Pete demonstrates an unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety of our entire staff, has successfully overseen numerous significant construction projects, and even generously dedicates his free time to volunteer for special events. Pete has garnered multiple compliments for his exceptional work ethic, outstanding customer service skills, and his unwavering dedication to the entire Food Bank Team. Additionally, Pete actively engages with social media platforms to keep the public informed and engaged while sharing updates on our building projects. We are incredibly thankful to have him on our team as we look towards the future of the Food Bank. #ThankYouPete

We are excited to announce Deanna Johnson as our Employee of the Month! Deanna was nominated by her peers for her outstanding dedication to the Summer Feeding Program. Her calm demeanor in stressful situations and her ability to tackle challenges with creative solutions have made the program both enjoyable and successful.  Please join us in congratulating Deanna on this well-deserved recognition!   Pictured: Lakyisha Kirkland, Director of Network Services & Programs, and Deanna Jonhson, Culinary Manager  Congratulations Deanna, keep up the great work!

Happy 10-4 (also known as National Trucker Appreciation Day)! Today, we thank the incredible truck drivers who keep us rolling. Their incredible dedication to our mission ensures that food reaches families in need across eastern Michigan. Without their hard work and commitment, the Food Bank wouldn't be able to deliver vital support to the communities who depend on it. Thank you to all the truckers out there for keeping our shelves stocked and our mission moving forward! 🙌💙 #ThankATrucker #FeedingEasternMichigan #TruckerAppreciationDay

Congratulations goes to Tim Florida, who was nominated by Pete Lazo as a RefrigiWear® Warehouse Hero of the Year! While the finalists are currently being decided upon, Tim was gifted a very nice shirt by the company as recognition for all of his hard work. Great job!

Last month, our valued partners at HAP CareSource generously supported the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan as our "Hunger Action Partner." Their contributions included a $5,000 matching gift and the honor of serving as our Title Sponsor for this year's Empty Bowls fundraiser. We extend our heartfelt gratitude for their generosity as we head into the holiday season. You can learn more about HAP Caresource and their mission on Youtube: https://lnkd.in/ebaw8DwA #ThankYouHAP

The results are in! On Thursday, September 19, 2024, the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan held it's annual Empty Bowls fundraiser. We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who participated, with special recognition to our dedicated volunteers and generous sponsors—your support made this event possible. We are pleased to announce that 1,175 attendees joined us throughout the day, demonstrating their commitment to our cause. Even more incredibly, we are thrilled to share that we raised a record-breaking $86,537! This remarkable achievement inspires us as we look forward to making next year’s Empty Bowls event even more successful. Once again, thank you to everyone for their dedication to fighting hunger throughout eastern Michigan. Special thanks goes to our Title Sponsor, HAP CareSource

There's still time to make your donation count for double! For the second year in a row, HAP CareSource has agreed to be our HUNGER ACTION PARTNER for the month of September! Their incredible generosity will include, among other things, an exciting match of $5,000 to go towards the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan! This means that, until our goal is reached, every dollar donated will count for double! Follow us on social media for more exciting updates. Thank you to our Hunger Action Partner, Hap Caresource, for all their generosity! Donate now by visiting www.fbem.org/donate and pledging your gift! The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan is an equal opportunity provider. Health Alliance Plan - HAP

September at Kroger means YOU can support us with a register roundup to the nearest dollar or donation of $1, $3 or $5 at checkout. #hungeractionmonth #zerohungerzerowaste

Every year from September 15 to October 15, Americans honor National Hispanic Heritage Month, recognizing the rich histories, diverse cultures, and contributions of U.S. citizens with roots in Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. We at the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan wish to recognize all the hardworking individuals in the Hispanic community who helped make a difference in the fight against hunger. Take César Chávez, for instance. As a labor leader and civil rights activist, César worked tirelessly to improve the conditions of farmworkers, many of whom are Hispanic. He understood that hunger and food insecurity were common issues among agricultural workers, and he organized strikes and boycotts to demand better wages, access to basic necessities, and humane treatment, which ultimately helped reduce hunger in marginalized communities. César also cofounded the National Farm Workers Association, which later merged with the Agricultural Workers Organizing Committee to become the United Farm Workers labor union. Thank you, Mr. Chávez, for all you've done in the fight against hunger.