While we may think of Plymouth and Canton as communities relatively untouched by food scarcity, there are people in need all around us. Geneva is thankful for this information provided by Canton Connections: Know Your Org: Food Assistance Programs, which outlines where, when, and how food assistance is available in our area. For those who are able to help these organizations, donations and funds are welcomed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you need help getting enough food for yourself and your family, or if you know someone who does, here are some of the organizations that can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Geneva Church<\/a> <\/strong>– along with connecting people to local programs, Geneva also offers grocery and gas cards to neighbors in need\u2014practical support paired with a message of care and hope. Please contact the church office for more information. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Emergency Food Assistance Program<\/a> (TEFAP)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n As part of the United Way, they are located at 525 Farmer St, Plymouth, MI 48179.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cIt\u2019s a food program that\u2019s designed for emergency use. So, the supply isn\u2019t enough to last the entire month, but it does supplement,\u201d says Karen. \u201dIt\u2019s a federal food program, so the requirements are pretty much based on income and if you\u2019re a Michigan resident.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n TEFAP can be used in addition to other assistance programs, but you have to pre-register to participate. For more information and to register contact Karen Schafer at 734-453-6879, extension 3 or email her at karen.schafer@pcuw.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n St. Mary\u2019s Parish in Wayne<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n All area Catholic churches funnel food assistance through St. Mary\u2019s at 34646 Sims St. Wayne, MI 48184. Contact them at 734-326-2234 or email outreach@stmarywayne.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWe operate Monday through Friday, from 9:00-11:30 AM and service the cities of Wayne, Westland, Canton, Plymouth and Garden City,\u201d says Malynda. \u201cIf you live outside the Wayne school district, you just need to get a referral from a local Catholic church because they have the necessary paperwork. You don\u2019t have to be Catholic to get one.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n They have non-perishable food items and, through a partnership with Forgotten Harvest, some perishable items as well. You can get food from them once a month by appointment. You just need your ID and two pieces of mail to show you live in their area of service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Open Door Ministry<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Located at 4301 S. Lilley Rd, Canton, MI 48188. Phone: 734-397-1777 extension 201.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Open Door Ministry’s time for food pickup is every Thursday from 4:30-7:30 PM. You must call and pre-register before coming in for assistance. In addition to providing a nutritious balanced diet with food for the whole family, Open Door also provides a job bank, one-on-one counseling, job skills training and referrals to care groups for additional help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n New Hope Community Church<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Located at 44815 Cherry Hill Rd. Canton, MI 48188. Phone: 734-270-2528.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Their pantry is open to all who need food, no matter what your circumstances are. You need to call and make an appointment ahead of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Salvation Army of Plymouth<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Located at 9451 S. Main, Plymouth, MI 48017. Phone: 734-453-5464.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Their food pantry is open Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 AM-3:30 PM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trinity Church Food Pantry<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Located at 10101 W. Ann Arbor Rd, Plymouth, MI 48107. Phone: 734-459-9557.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Food pickup is every third Saturday of the month for residents of Western Wayne County and Ypsilanti. You must call to pre-register prior to pick up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n