Century-Old Grand Rapids Farmers Market To Run Program Providing Fresh Produce To Neighborhoods

Grand Rapids neighborhoods, food pantries and meal programs have long been supported by the Heartside Gleaning Initiative. Since 2014, 240,714 pounds of fresh produce has been collected and delivered to groups through free fresh food markets, Good Food boxes and distribution programs.

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Here Is A List Of Food Pantries Offering Modified Services Amid COVID-19 Restrictions

West Michigan food pantries and nonprofits are offering reduced services and are providing takeaway meals to those who need it amidst the COVID-19 food services restriction. Effective Monday, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered that all restaurants and bars statewide prohibit dine-in services. Takeaway and delivery services are still allowed.

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