Munson Healthcare is proud to announce its commitment as a $5,000 Platinum Harvest Partner with The Manna Food Project, a local nonprofit food bank dedicated to serving Antrim, Charlevoix and Emmet counties in Northern Michigan. This partnership underscores Munson Healthcare's dedication to supporting local communities and addressing food insecurity.
“We are thrilled to support The Manna Food Project in their mission to combat food insecurity in our community,” expressed Joanne Schroeder, President at Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital. “Our team is dedicated to making a positive impact, and we believe that by working together, we can help ensure that no child goes hungry."
The Manna Food Project's mission is to provide nutritious food and access to other resources for anyone facing food insecurity in Northern Michigan. The organization operates a food bank, a food rescue program, a weekly food pantry, and the Food 4 Kids backpack program. The funds from Munson Healthcare will be instrumental in supporting these initiatives, helping to distribute over one million pounds of food annually to more than 40 partner food pantries, community meal sites, and other agencies.
Recently, leaders from Charlevoix Hospital volunteered their time packing food and assembling backpack bags filled with meals and snacks for school-aged children. These backpacks ensure that kids have nourishing food to take home over the weekend, fostering a healthier and happier future for our youth.
"The support from Munson Healthcare is invaluable. The need for emergency food assistance continues to increase in Northern Michigan. These funds will help us continue our efforts to provide nutritious food to those in need and expand our programs to reach even more families. Together, we are making a significant difference in the lives of our neighbors," said Carrie Klingelsmith, Executive Director of The Manna Food Project.