With a heart full of gratitude thank you to everyone who attended our Fall Harvest Gala. The food was delicious and the evening was a huge success. Without the support of this community, we couldn’t continue to fulfill our mission of providing for the nutritional needs of our neighbors.
I cannot wait to see where the next 40 years take us.
Nancy
Donations can be made here!
The Green Apple Pantry is excited to share that we are bringing back the Fall Harvest Gala, the biggest fundraiser of the year! This year we are celebrating our 40th year of service to this community and our goal is to raise $40K! Please join us to come dance, sing, taste delicious food and help others in your own community at the KC Event Center on Thursday, October 17, 2024 from 6-9 p.m.
The 2024 theme will be “Foods From Around the World” because FOOD IS A LANGUAGE EVERYONE SPEAKS! Stations will be setup in the ballroom where you will be able to eat the finest food from local, West Michigan chefs.
Tickets are $50 each. All proceeds will benefit local southern Grand Rapids and Kentwood area families in zip codes 49508, 49548, 49512, and 49316.
The GAP seeks to improve the lives of our neighbors by providing nourishment to those most in need. Currently, 1 in 7 neighbors in West Michigan are at risk of hunger. Food insecurity can affect people in all walks of life. Many are one job or medical expense away from not having enough food.
Over the past year, we have seen a 30% increase in neighbors needing our help. This year more than ever we need your financial support. Please help us reach our goal this year, by donating here.
Sponsorships are available for the event with four levels to choose from. The night will feature a silent and LIVE auction and the GAP is looking for donations for both. If you are interested in donating auction items or sponsoring the Gala, please contact Nancy Cromley, Executive Director. We hope to see you soon, thank you for helping feed others.
A lot has changed over the last 40 years, but one thing remains constant, our commitment to serving this community.
On Saturday, a remarkable 14,000 pounds of food were collected and donated to The Green Apple Pantry via the Letter Carrier Food Drive!
Currently, 11 pallets of donations are being meticulously sorted and organized for our neighbors. A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who participated, and to Postmaster Andrea along with the team of mail carriers who delivered the donations one truckload at a time. We are immensely grateful!
Our Spring Fling event was a great success!
We wish to extend our gratitude to the local businesses within the community for their generous contributions to our spring event. Your support paves the way for valuable opportunities that positively impact those in need within our community. A heartfelt thank you!
Furthermore, we express our appreciation to the private donors for their unwavering support. Thank you for your generosity!
Tickets are limited for this event. Please Pre-purchase your tickets!
We are proud to announce our annual spring open house, the Plant A Seed and Watch Us Grow event! (Thursday, May 2, 6-8 p.m.) Spring of 2024 is a special season as well as we celebrate 40 years of serving our neighbors and giving back.
The Spring Fling will be held at our The Green Apple Pantry and our own community garden in south Grand Rapids/Kentwood area. Tour the pantry and see for yourself how we benefit our local neighbors.
Local food and delicious Spring Fling beverages will be served for guests and you can see with your own eyes how we help the local community.
Come and see what we are all about or come back to see how things have changed. The Green Apple Pantry is constantly evolving and working towards being as efficient and productive as possible.
We are excited to announce that we are a recipient of the Call Sam Cares program with Sam Bernstein Law Firm. Thank you for helping us give back to our local West Michigan community.
“Thank you to Sam Bernstein Law Firm for the generous donation, support and acknowledgement in the community. We are gracious and humbled,” said Executive Director Nancy Cromley. “Each donation helps us to further our mission of providing for the nutritional needs of our neighbors.”
The Green Apple Pantry is proud to host our annual Women’s Night on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at the pantry.
February 13, 2024 | 6 – 8p.m.
Join us for an evening celebrating the amazing women in our community. This event is for women only; no childcare will be available. Door prizes will be available along with delicious appetizers and some special surprises to pamper yourself.
Please sign up in person or by calling: 616.455.9411
RSVP deadline is February 6, 2024
Welcome to the 2023 season of giving! As we approach the end of the year, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the joys, challenges, and lessons of the past months. One tradition that marks this season is the spirit of giving. Whether it’s a gesture of kindness, a donation to a meaningful cause, or time spent volunteering, the act of giving holds the power to uplift spirits and transform lives. The Green Apple Pantry lives today to help others with donations you give to our local nonprofit.
Why is end-of-year giving so important? As the 2023 draws to a close, The Green Apple Pantry is working tirelessly to meet the needs of those less fortunate in West Michigan. Your support, whether big or small, can make a meaningful impact. It’s a chance to contribute to positive change, creating a ripple effect that resonates far beyond the holiday season.
Ways to Give Back to the GAP:
Today, consider setting intentions for the upcoming year. As 2023 draws to a close, let’s come together in the spirit of giving. Whether you choose to make a financial contribution, volunteer time, or spread kindness, your actions have the power to create a brighter future. May your end-of-year giving be a source of joy, warmth and positive change. Thank you from The Green Apple Pantry.
Giving Tuesday is a day of generosity, compassion, and kindness. On #GivingTuesday, we invite you to join The Green Apple Pantry in supporting our local community Grand Rapids community and making a difference in the lives of those in need.
🍽️ Why Food Matters: Access to nutritious food is a basic human right, yet many families in our community struggle with food insecurity every day. The Green Apple Pantry is here to provide essential support, ensuring that no one goes to bed hungry.
🌱 How You Can Help: Your contribution, large or small, can make a huge impact. Every dollar you donate helps us provide meals to those who need them most. Whether you can give $5, $50, or even $500, your contribution will go directly towards filling plates and nourishing hearts. 💖
Let’s stand together, hand in hand, to ensure that everyone has access to the most basic human necessity – food. Thank you for being a beacon of hope and making our community stronger, healthier and more compassionate.
The Green Apple Pantry is excited to share that we are planning a NEW fall event named, the Fall Harvest Gala! The new gala will be hosted at the KC Banquet Center on Thursday, October 12, 2023 from 6-9 p.m. We invite you to come and dance, sing, taste delicious food and help others in your own community.
The 2023 theme will be “Foods From Around the World” with stations setup in the ballroom where you will be able to eat the finest food from local, West Michigan chefs. Each country’s dish will be paired along with delicious beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) to give you the experience of the country from right at home in Grand Rapids.
Tickets are $50 each or you can purchase a pair of tickets for $85. All proceeds will benefit local southern Grand Rapids and Kentwood area families in zip codes 49508, 49548, 49512, and 49316.
Sponsorships are available for the event with four levels to choose from. The night will feature a silent and LIVE auction and the GAP is looking for donations for both. If you are interested in donating auction items or sponsoring the Gala, please contact Nancy Cromley, Executive Director. We hope to see you soon, thank you for helping feed others.
Update: B2 Outlet Stores donated $469.59
Don’t forget to shop at B2 Outlet, 2085 28th St., SE, Grand Rapids, during the month of May. The Green Apple Pantry has been designated the Mission of the Month and we’re excited to partner with them!
We are thankful to work with community businesses that help us reach our goal of giving a “hand up” to those with food insecurity!
Serving others is what we do and we could not do it with out our local community. Thank you.
“Without the financial assistance of this community and support of volunteers, we would not be able to fulfil our mission. We thank you for all you did for us in 2022 and hope you will continue to support us well into the future,” executive director Nancy Cromley said.
