Serving Southeast Kent County Since 1984
Nourishing Neighbors, Transforming Lives
At The Green Apple Pantry we seek to improve the lives of our community, by providing nourishment to our neighbors in need, supplying them with healthy food and personal items; as well as tools of empowerment.
500+
Families Served Monthly
42+
Years of Service
700,000
Pounds of Food Distributed
40+
Active Volunteers
Food Pantry Hours
Are you in need of food for yourself or family? Please stop in anytime during our open hours. NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED.
Location
4307 Kalamazoo Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
Contact
Zip Codes We Serve
49508, 49548, 49512, 49316
Please Note: If Grand Rapids Public or Kentwood Public Schools are closed due to weather, The Green Apple Pantry is also closed.
The mission of The Green Apple Pantry is to provide healthy food options by feeding our neighbors today while empowering them for tomorrow.
Our goal is to assist our neighbors in nourishing them in – mind, body and soul.
Learn More About UsGet Involved
Community support is the core of the Green Apple Pantry. Through generosity and shared effort, every act of kindness- big or small- helps create a network of care that impacts us all.
Volunteer Opportunities
It's a scientific fact: helping others helps you! Your selfless gift of time and talent is a major investment in your community.
Positions: Pantry Intake, Personal Shoppers, Stockers, Drivers, Committee Members
Organize a Food Drive
If your company, church congregation, youth group or social club is interested in organizing a food drive, we would love to partner with you!
We are always in need of food and personal care items
Request a Presentation
Learn more about our mission and how we serve the community. Request a presentation for your group or organization.
Contact our Executive Director to schedule
Supporters & Sponsors
The Green Apple Pantry relies on the support of generous individuals, organizations, and companies to fund our daily activities and large events.
Ways to Support
- Daily Operations
Food and monetary donations directly support our mission
- Annual Fall Gala Sponsorship
Our Fall Gala is our largest fundraising event bringing together community leaders, individual donors and pantry supporters
- Custom Partnerships
Tailored packages from one-time donations to ongoing partnerships
Benefits of Sponsorship
- Brand Exposure
Logo displayed on event materials, website, and social media
- Online Recognition
Featured on our website demonstrating your community commitment
- Networking Access
VIP seating and networking at Gala with philanthropic leaders
Thank You to Our Supporters
Upcoming Events
SAVE THE DATE OCT. 15th 2026! For our ONLY fundraising event of the year! We invite you to our Great Gatsby Fall Gala at the K of C Banquet Center Wyoming STAY TUNED FOR MORE TO COME!
Help Us Feed Our Neighbors
A donation to The Green Apple Pantry does more than fill plates- it lightens burdens and brings hope to our neighbors. Every contribution helps provide meals and strengthens our community.
Donate Today