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Thanksgiving 2022

Lighthouse is excited to be hosting our Thanksgiving Food Program again this year. We hope to serve more families than ever before, but we need your help!

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Thanksgiving Food Drive

Donate Food

This is our wish list of items for our annual Thanksgiving program. If you would like to host a food drive, please reach out to us at thanksgiving@lighthousemi.org to coordinate.

You can also host a virtual food drive by sending items directly to us from our Amazon Wish List! If you order from the Amazon Wish List, please include your name and contact information in the “Gift Message” section so we know who the donation came from. Click on the link below to learn more and shop on Amazon.

 

Amazon Wish List
Thanksgiving Wish List


Dessert Mixes – Brownies, Cookies, Cake, Muffins
Canned Vegetables
Boxed Potatoes
Pie Filling (pumpkin preferred)
Pie Crust Mix – No premade pie crusts
Boxed Stuffing
Gravy (packets preferred)
Canned Fruit
Boxed Macaroni and Cheese

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Help Support Our Efforts

This year, Lighthouse aims to provide more than 2,300 families with a Thanksgiving food basket so they can experience the joy of the holiday.
We are so thankful for the community of support around this program!

Donate now to help support our neighbors in need this holiday season!

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Thanksgiving Food Drive Drop-Off Information

Drop-Off Location

Lighthouse Holiday Location
1636 Perry St., Pontiac MI

Drop-Off Date/Time
October 10 – November 11
Mondays – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesdays & Fridays – 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

You MUST schedule your drop-off with us at thanksgiving@lighthousemi.org. 

Thanksgiving FAQ

Where can I find the Thanksgiving Food Wish List?

You can find the wish list on our website by clicking here. We also have a downloadable flyer. If you would like the list sent directly to anyone, please reach out to thanksgiving@lighthousemi.org.

What are the Drop-Off days and times?

Drop off dates are every Monday (9:00AM – 5:00PM), Wednesday, and Friday (9:00AM – 12:30PM) from October 10th – November 11th. You MUST schedule a drop-off time with our team. Please fill out the Google Form here or email us at thanksgiving@lighthousemi.org.

Where will Drop-Offs be this year?

This year, we will be collecting food items at a new location in Pontiac.
1636 Perry St., Pontiac, MI

Are there any specific requirements for drop-offs?

Schedule: Please make sure to schedule your drop-off via the Google Form or by reaching out to thanksgiving@lighthousemi.org.
Packing of Donated Items: You can bring food items in bags, boxes, or other containers.
Drop-Off Instructions: When you arrive at the strip mall location, please drive to the right side of the building and drive around back. There will be a sign saying ‘Do Not Enter,’ but you can ignore this! Turn left and drive down until you see the Lighthouse sign at the garage door. We will bring all donations in here.

What is the maximum number of people that can be in attendance at a drop-off?

Please work with our team on this while scheduling your drop-off.  If it will be a large donation, we encourage you to bring your own volunteers to help. If you cannot bring volunteers, staff and on-site volunteers will bring in your donated food.

Are volunteers needed to help sort donations?

Yes! Volunteers are needed to help sort and pack the donated food items. You can view available volunteer opportunities and easily register online by clicking here.

Where will volunteers be sorting and packing?

We will be sorting and packing all donations at our Holiday Location:
1636 Perry St., Pontiac, MI

Is there an age limit for volunteers?

All volunteers must be at least 12 years of age.

How many volunteers are needed per shift?

We can take up to eight volunteers per shift.

How do I schedule a group to volunteer?

Please contact our Volunteer & Special Projects Coordinator, Gabrielle Fagan, at gfagan@lighthousemi.org.

Do you have an Amazon Wish List so I can host a virtual food drive?

Yes! You can purchase items on Amazon and they will ship directly to our office. Click here for the Amazon Wish List.

Are there other ways to get involved this Thanksgiving?

Yes! In addition to donating food items or volunteering, you can also make a donation or donate gift cards for grocery stores, such as Meijer or Kroger.

PONTIAC HEADQUARTERS

46156 Woodward Avenue
Pontiac, MI 48342
248-920-6000

CLARKSTON FOOD PANTRY

5850 Dixie Hwy
Clarkston, MI, 48346
248-920-6000 x4403

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Pontiac, MI 48342
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