The Hunger Solution Center

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In the Great Lakes Bay Region, where 4 in 10 families struggle (66,000 families) to afford basic necessities like food, healthcare, and childcare, the Hunger Solutions Center stands as a beacon of hope. Through the combined efforts of Hidden Harvest and the East Side Soup Kitchen, we have tirelessly worked to feed our neighbors in need. 

From 2004 to 2023, we increased our impact:

• From serving 50,000 meals to serving 172,373 meals
• Donating 820,000 pounds of food per year to donating 3.5 million pounds of food per year
• East Side Soup Kitchen has went from 150 meals a day to 800 meals a day
• Hidden Harvest rescued and redistributed nearly $11 million in food to their 195 non profits in the Great Lakes Bay Region

However, we cannot meet the growing needs with our current facilities. 

To address this, we have launched the 555 Fundraising Campaign. This campaign aims to raise $555,000 by asking each of the 555,000 people in our region to donate just $1. The funds will support an $8.8 million expansion project, doubling our facility's size and capabilities. This expansion will enable us to rescue more food, provide more meals, and offer essential services like workforce development to help lift families out of poverty. 

Every dollar invested represents hope for a hungry child, dignity for a struggling senior, and strength for our community. Join us in building a brighter future for all.