The attack on hunger expands to Muskegon County!


On April 23, 2012, we opened our satellite location at Muskegon Central United Methodist Church in Muskegon County and we are providing Sack Suppers at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School to children ages 5 to 8. Click here to read the press release.

This growth does not change our commitment to Grand Rapids. In fact, all support related to the launch of the Muskegon County satellite location has come from a separate fund, and funds given to Kids’ Food Basket in general will continue to be used in Kent County.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Will KFB continue to grow in Kent County? 
Yes! While the need in Muskegon County is great, this does not change the demand for services in Kent County or our commitment to meeting that demand. We currently serve nearly 4,500 students in greater Grand Rapids. 

Who are your partners in Muskegon County?
Our partners include United Way of the Lakeshore, Community Foundation for Muskegon County, and the Muskegon Area Intermediate School District.

How will the expansion to Muskegon County be funded?
All funds related to the Muskegon County satellite location will come from a designated fund.  If you wish to give to this fund, please direct your gift to KFB Campaign for Muskegon County or click here to make a gift online.  You DO NOT need to have an account and can use any major credit card.  Please make sure to select Campaign for Muskegon County to support KFB Muskegon County. Thank you!  For more information about giving to KFB Campaign for Muskegon County, please contact Afton at afton@kidsfoodbasket.org.

(Note: Funds given to Kids' Food Basket in general will continue to be used in Kent County -- this includes gifts previously given to Kids' Food Basket.)  

What schools will you serve? Where will the office be located?
We will be serving children at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School in Muskegon Heights.  The children range in age from 5 to 8 years old.

We will be packing the Sack Suppers at Muskegon Central United Methodist Church (1011 Second Street, Muskegon, MI).  You can learn about volunteering below.

Will you need volunteers in Muskegon County?
Yes! We are excited to engage Muskegon County community members in food drives, packing and delivery of Sack Suppers, and more. If you are interested in volunteering, please complete our online individual/group volunteer form and select Muskegon County.  If you have any other questions, please contact Cozy at cozy@kidsfoodbasket.org. 

Can I donate food or other supplies for Muskegon County?
Yes! Our satellite location in Muskegon County will welcome food and 100% fruit juice box donations, decorated bags, and other supplies that are critical to our Sack Supper program.   Please view our Wish List to learn what items we need donated.  We will be accepting donations Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Muskegon Central Methodist Church (1011 Second Street).