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Fundraising Activities

Project Homeless Connect is a ONE-DAY national project coordinated through the local homeless coalitions and supported by the Michigan Supportive Housing Development Authority (MSHDA). The event is designed to connect homeless and at-risk individuals with necessary services in one convenient location. Last year’s event in Muskegon helped more than 300 people with food, vision and health screenings, clothing, and connection to services.

The local continuum of care will host this event on Wednesday, November 12 from 1:00 – 5:00 pm at Orchard View Workforce Development Center on the corner of Laketon and Sheridan in Muskegon.

This year’s event will be the second ever in Muskegon County and many businesses, agencies and individuals are needed to help by donating a variety of items, services, or time. A Second Harvest Gleaners truck will be on site, free items will be given away, flu shots, and many more services will be available all free of charge.

For the full 10-Year Plan to end homelessness in our community, go to www.muskegoncoc.org or www.thecampaigntoendhomelessness.org – Michigan’s Plan.

Community Helping Community

There are still opportunities to help. The Project Homeless Connect committee is looking for professional clothing, coats, hats, and mittens of all sizes. Items may be dropped off at the donation center for Every Woman’s Place/Webster House Youth Services at 1855 Peck Street. Use the side entrance on Alpha Street. Be sure to let the volunteer know your donations are for Project Connect. The donation center is open Mondays and Thursdays from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.