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Volunteer Opportunities to Fight Hunger in Our Community
Each year, Gleaners collaborates with Kroger to organize food drives in stores throughout Southeastern Michigan. This initiative is especially vital as many of our partner agencies face challenges in maintaining supplies for children, families, seniors, and veterans who are going through difficult periods.
We are thrilled to announce that we have been chosen as a partner agency!
Join us on January 18th and 19th 2025 to help fight food insecurity by collecting food donations at our assigned Kroger location. 31 E. Long Lake Rd. Troy, MI 48085
This is a great group volunteer opportunity as we have multiple shifts available!
Join us in the fight against hunger by volunteering your time, kindness, and skills. Your contribution can bring hope and much-needed support to families in need. Whether you choose to participate in events, organize a food drive, or make a donation, your decision will have a significant impact on those facing food insecurity and those working towards self-sufficiency. Check out our volunteer opportunities below and fill out the form to get started!
Food Pantry:
Want to fight food insecurity head-on? Join our pantry operations team, help them stock, sort, and distribute food, and get to know your community while welcoming pantry guests.
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world: indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”
Programs
Engage with the community through our program iniciatives. Whether its the Women’s Empowerment Group, Pathway to Growth, Nutrition Education or Cooking Matters let your passion lead you.
Want more information on programs? Please see the programs page for more details.
Your skills can make a lasting impact.
“It feels good that I was able to help, it’s funny because I never really thought about how my skills could help a food pantry.”
Volunteer helps us collect program implimentation data.
Student Volunteers
University and High School students volunteer here! Whether getting some fieldwork experience or connecting with your community, Detroit Friendship House provides the perfect environment to expand your horizons.
Madonna University nursing students help impliment SWAP at the pantry.
Volunteer for a fundraiser or events
Looking for a group volunteer opportunity? our Thanksgiving meal distribution, Santa Toy shop or our fundraising events is perfect for you!
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Kroger and Gleaners' joint collaborative event, Bringing Hope to the Table, is always held a weekend in January. Volunteers are needed on the Saturday and Sunday at each Kroger store assigned to Detroit Friendship House. Several shifts are set up throughout both days, and we generally use up to 30 volunteers.
corporate and small team volunteering
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