HungerMitao

By Amanda Greco | October 19, 2021

Join us for a virtual event to celebrate an important new partnership between Gleaners and HungerMitao! Virtual Event Details: October 19, 2021 8:00pm-9:00pm RSVP to Marcia Johnson to receive event link mjohnson@gcfb.org or 313-571-0270 The event will bring together friends and community members who are committed to working together to end hunger in this region.…

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17th Annual Vine & Dine

By Amanda Greco | September 14, 2021

  Enjoy an evening of wine and food to benefit Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan & the Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber.  Tuesday, September 14, 2021  6-9 p.m. Double Tree by Hilton 39475 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304 Live Music – Wine Pull – Silent Auction Unvaccinated guests are encouraged to wear face coverings. ·…

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Food Banks Receive Boost from Stimulus Package

By Emily Rowerdink | January 13, 2021

Originally posted on FREEP More than a million Michiganders who receive federal food assistance will see extra benefits loaded onto their Bridge cards later this monthand food banks and pantries across the state stand to get a much needed boost.  The latest federal stimulus package earmarks $13 billion for food assistance, including a 15% increase…

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All About Hunger

By Phil Garofalo | June 27, 2019

Know your numbers: In southeast Michigan, more than 614,000 people are food insecure. Within Gleaners’ service area, more than 146,000 children are food insecure.

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