Join us today and become a beacon of hope for a local family in need.
Lighthouse relies on contributions from individuals, organizations, and corporations to help local families in need.
There are plenty of ways to support our work:
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Give now and
make a difference.
Every gift helps Lighthouse provide life-changing assistance to families and individuals in need.
Legal Name: South Oakland Shelter (DBA Lighthouse MI)
EIN: 38-2847849
Volunteer today.
host a drive
Host a food or supply drive and help your community directly!
Lighthouse relies on donations from the community to support those who need our help. We accept donations of nonperishable food, personal hygiene products, cleaning supplies, and more.
additional ways to get involved
Youth Programs Wish List
Our Runaway and Homeless Youth programs are in need of new household items, personal care items, and more. Check out our Amazon Wish List to send items directly to our youth shelter.
Donor Advised Fund (DAF)
A donor advised fund, or DAF, is an account where you can deposit assets for donation to charity over time. You can support Lighthouse through your DAF or speak to your financial advisor about setting one up. Please reach out to us at contact@lighthousemi.org for more information.
Shelter Amazon Wish List
Our Family Emergency Shelter is in need of new household items like bedding, kitchen supplies, cleaning supplies, and more. Check out our Amazon Wish List to send items directly to our shelter.
Meijer Simply Give Program
Purchase a $10 donation card at checkout at the following Meijer stores!
- Waterford Store (#53) at 4200 Highland Road to support our Pontiac Pantry
- Auburn Hills Store (#185) at 800 Brown Rd. to support our Clarkston Pantry
HandUp
You can support Lighthouse clients directly through our HandUp crowdfunding platform.
Planned Giving
You can include Lighthouse in your estate planning through a Charitable Remainder Trust, Charitable Lead Trust, Will, life insurance policy and other planned giving tools. Please reach out to Michelle Olmsted at molmsted@lighthousemi.org for more information and be sure to discuss with your financial and/or estate planning advisor.
Host a Fundraiser
A DIY event allows you to put your ideas and talents into fundraising for Lighthouse. Take an event that you have previously used, or come up with a brand new idea and turn it into a fundraiser!
Kroger Community Rewards
Add South Oakland Shelter to your Kroger Community Rewards account to provide donations just for shopping! Click on the link, log into your account or create a new one to link to your Kroger card, then search for “South Oakland Shelter.”
Maisel Family Donor Wall
We invite you to join the Lighthouse community by dedicating a Flame Plaque as part of our Maisel Family Donor Wall.
Inscribe a few words of inspiration to honor an achievement, birthday, anniversary, or the life of a loved one while having a lasting impact on your neighbors in need.
Purchase Lighthouse Gear
You can purchase clothing with the Lighthouse logo from Cloztalk. A portion of proceeds are donated to Lighthouse.
