‘Where You Live’ – December 5, 2009
Take a look at some of the ways that West Michigan kids, families and companies are giving back to the community.
Kids Food Basket
Attack childhood hunger….pack a supper!
This week our show is focused on Giving Back. Through out the past few weeks, our crew has been out and about in the community capturing ways that kids, families and corporations are generously giving back. We filmed portions of our show at Kids Food Basket, which is a non-profit organization here in Grand Rapids that provides nutritious sack suppers to children at local schools, so they have a meal to eat at home that night.
As a child I remember coming home to a house each night where there was always a hot meal on the table. Looking back, I’m embarrassed to think about the times I grumbled about that gross meatloaf or those yucky vegetables. If I only realized then how lucky I was to actually have a meal. Right here in Kent County there are thousands of kids who would go to bed hungry each night if they didn’t have a sack supper from Kids Food Basket.
Volunteer Opportunites Where You Live
Looking to volunteer with your family? Listed below are just a few of the volunteer opportunities in West Michigan. We’d love to hear from you. Tell us how your family volunteers? Or, if your organization needs volunteers, comment on the post and add it to the list!
Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding
www.equestcenter.org
Equest Center is always looking for volunteers to do everything from cleaning the horse stalls, to helping riders with their therapy classes. All ages are welcome and a volunteer training class is provided ahead of time.
HandsOn Battle Creek
www.handsonbc.org
Through out the year this organization offers many ways families can volunteer in the Battle Creek area. Everything from coat drives to community clean-up projects. On November 21 there is an opportunity to participate in National Family Volunteer Day.
Heart of West Michigan United Way
www.waybetterunitedway.org
The United Way is committed to linking volunteers with opportunities to serve the community. Tell them what your family is interested in and they’ll put you to work!
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Maranda's Blog
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Whitecaps Blog
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Cruiser's Blog
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Health & Wellness
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