Food Assistance
Food assistance is available once a week. If you need food and we are not open for business, please call Food Gatherers at 734-761-2796 and they will assist you in locating a food pantry.
To receive food on a weekly basis please see our links below. We do give emergency food package to anyone in need, regardless of where they live. The online order form pops up when you go to the link below. Please call us with any questions. 248-437-9790 Our address is 401 Washington Street, South Lyon.
Please read and follow the instructions to receive groceries.
Use the following links to place your order. There are two options to receive food. You may choose either curbside pick up or shop inside.
Food distribution will be Mondays from 11a.m. - 5:45p.m. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU ARE CHOOSING INSIDE SHOPPING, PARK AND ENTER AT THE OFFICE DOOR ON 401 WASHINGTON SOUTH LYON .
Please call us with any questions. 248-437-9790
INSIDE SHOPPERS USE THE LINK BELOW:
https://fs11.formsite.com/fgzaQC/x0vfwh0vva/index.html
CURBSIDE PICK UP USE THE LINK BELOW:
https://fs11.formsite.com/fgzaQC/hy6cb2snde/index.html
We hope you enjoy your experience shopping with us. We look forward to meeting you.
The Birthday Bundle!
We are happy to introduce our newest program for our food pantry children, called The Birthday Bundle. The package of birthday goodies may include an age appropriate toy, party plates, napkins, candles, decorations, cake mix and frosting.
Here's how to sign up for the Birthday Bundle.
If your child is turning age 0-16 on their birthday this year, give us a week notice to gather up the items for their special day. Please use the link below to request "The Birthday Bundle"
https://fs11.formsite.com/fgzaQC/orl1mhnv3e/index.html
Donate to the Birthday Bundle because birthday's matter too!
We accept only new and unopened toys and supplies. Please no bulk packages, as we want to custom select quantity for each child's family size.
- Donate a new toy
- Donate a gift card for a teen to a fast food restaurants, clothing store, local gift shop, nail salon, Best Buy etc. Avoid gift cards that can be used at stores that sell alcohol.
- Please do not exceed $25
- Donate a bakery gift card
- Donate birthday wrapping paper, ribbons and bows
- Donate a package of birthday plates, napkins, candles, forks or cups
- Donate a monetary gift that Active Faith staff can use to purchase gifts
We are very excited to bring birthday smiles to our sweet food pantry children. Thank you for your generosity and support.
"Because a birthday in need deserves a birthday blessing indeed"
Clothing Assistance
Please note our clothing closet is only for current food pantry clients who live within the South Lyon School District. Call us for resource help for clothing assistance. We can direct you to appropriate agencies or we can help in an emergency. 248-437-9790
" Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”
Joshua 1-9
Give Funds
Even a small gift can make a BIG difference. "No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted."
Aesop
Give Time
Your gift of time helps hungry families eat. "Only by giving are you able to receive more than you already have."
Jim Rohn
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Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide long term and temporary assistance to those who have fallen on difficult times in hopes of returning them to the independent pursuit of their life’s goals.
Serving Your Community
Active Faith Community Services helps people in need who reside primarily in the South Lyon Community School District. This 83 square mile area covers six different municipalities including parts of Oakland, Livingston and Washtenaw Counties.
We had over 3,500 food pantry visits in 2021! On average we service over 400 individuals per month. Over 100 children received backpacks and school supplies. Warm winter coats were provided to over 100 families. We also provide toilet paper, cleaning products and hygiene products.
Active Faith is continually changing to meet the needs of the community. We are an information and referral center for food, clothing, and utility assistance from other agencies. Contact us and we can direct you to the right agencies even though you may not fit into our financial guidelines.
Did You Know?
- FOUNDED - In 1987 ten local pastors started Active Faith as a non-denominational, non-discriminating, licensed, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization recognized by the IRS. All donations are tax-deductible.
- AREAS WE SERVE - The 83 square mile area comes under six different municipalities and covers parts of Oakland, Livingston, and Washtenaw counties.
- THOSE IN NEED - Active Faith Community Services has worked with low-income households residing within our 83 square mile rural school district. Established as a food pantry and clothing closet, we have not veered from our original mission.
- FOOD DISTRIBUTION - We distribute 4 times a month to an average of 150 households and provide emergency food assistance when needed. Our volunteers make 18 home deliveries per month. In 2021 we distributed 197,220 pounds of food to families in the South Lyon School District.
- VOLUNTEERS - Our volunteers logged in a total of 4,500 community hours on behalf of our organization.
- DONATION OPPORTUNITIES - Food drives, participation in annual fundraisers, donate bountiful donations from your home vegetable garden are some of the many ways to donate to Active Faith. Sponsor a child for Christmas
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ACTIVE FAITH COMMUNITY SERVICES
401 South Washington Street, P.O. Box 188
South Lyon, Michigan 48178
248-437-9790
Office Hours
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
DONATIONS AND DISTRIBUTIONS
Food Donation
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
Clothing Donation
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday
Clothing Distribution by appointment please call : 248-437-9790