Summer hunger hits 400,000 Michigan kids. Here’s how you can help

During the summer, around 400,000 Michigan children lose access to free school meals, leading to increased food insecurity. The Hunger Free Summer program, run by Gleaners Community Food Bank, addresses this gap by providing meal kits to families in need across Southeast Michigan. With volunteer participation often dropping during the summer, the organization encourages community members to help by volunteering or donating to support ongoing efforts to fight childhood hunger.