About Us
Our mission
"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."
We proudly embrace diversity and inclusivity, welcoming individuals of all gender identities, religions, races, ethnicities, and cultures with open arms. Our non-profit is committed to creating a space where everyone is respected and valued, free from discrimination or bias.
New Location: 553 S. Lafayette, South Lyon, MI
If you need food and we are not open for business, please call Food Gatherers at
734-761-2796Â and they will assist you in locating a food pantry.
Food assistance is available once a week. Food distribution is:
Mondays from 11:00 am - 5:45 pm.
Please call us with any questions. 248-437-9790
Our Story
Active Faith is a community service agency founded in 1987 by the local churches to provide support for low income individuals and families. Active Faith is constantly changing to meet the needs of the community. We promote inclusiveness, equality and diversity. We believe that neighbors take care of neighbors and that is what makes our community healthy, happy and safe.
We distribute once a week to an average of 130 households each Monday. Our volunteers make 18 home deliveries twice a month. Anyone in need of emergency food is welcome and will be provided for. We can steer you to the right agencies even when you are NOT low income. Get through the maze a little easier by starting at Active Faith. Our volunteers logged in thousands of community hours on behalf of our organization.
Faces of Active Faith
Active Faith staff pictured left to right: Shawna Rudd, Food Pantry Manager; Diane Zischerk, Case Manager; Meg Call, Volunteer Coordinator Julie Haggard, Office Administrator; and Sharon Sower, Director;. We are an amazing hard working team devoted to meeting the needs of the community in need. We work closely with our board of directors, churches and community leaders. Please reach out to us if you need assistance or you want to support our food pantry.
Serving Your Community
Active Faith Community Services is dedicated to supporting individuals in need within the South Lyon Community School District, an 83-square-mile area including parts of six municipalities across Oakland, Livingston, and Washtenaw Counties. We serve low-income individuals and families, including military veterans, seniors, children, and those facing physical or mental challenges.
Our Impact in 2024
- 5,693Â visits to the food pantry
- 130Â new households served
- 286,491Â pounds of food distributed
- 5,000+Â volunteer hours contributed
With the rising cost of living, more families are turning to us for support. Each month, we assist nearly 700 individuals, including providing food to 220 children. We also:
- Supplied over 100 children with backpacks and school supplies
- Provided warm winter coats to more than 100 families
- Distributed toilet paper, cleaning supplies, and hygiene products
- Organized holiday gift-giving for children in food pantry families
- Offered case management and connections to vital resources to help break the cycle of poverty
- Offering low cost mental health counseling for pantry clients
As demand grows, so does our commitment to ensuring that every neighbor in need has access to food, clothing, and essential support services to keep our community healthy, independent and safe.
Did You Know?
- FOUNDED -Â 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 -Â The 83 square mile area comes under six different municipalities and covers parts of Oakland, Livingston, and Washtenaw counties.
- THOSE IN NEED -Â 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 230 households and provide emergency food assistance when needed. Our volunteers make 18 home deliveries per month. On average we distributed approximately 200,000 pounds of food to families in the South Lyon School District.
- VOLUNTEERS -Â Our volunteers logged in over 5,000 community hours on behalf of our organization.
- DONATION OPPORTUNITIES -Â Â Please see our donation opportunities under the Donation Tab.
