
Good nutrition changes lives.
Thirteen years ago, Kids’ Food Basket launched in Muskegon County, investing in the health, education and nutrition of children through the nourishment of evening meals called Sack Suppers. Together, we’ve grown to ensure that over 1,800 nutritious meals make it into the hands of Muskegon kids each weekday.
And yet, there is more work to be done. We are only serving 12.6% of the need in Muskegon County.
Today, about 62% of the total student population in Muskegon County qualify as economically disadvantaged (formally known as qualified for free or reduced lunch) based on household income.
The urgency to scale our operations to meet this need has become undeniable.
We are thrilled to have found a permanent home in Muskegon!
This expanded space will allow us to increase our programming capacity and add more schools to our service list, getting Sack Suppers to more children.
This impact will go beyond Sack Suppers. The new facility will:
- Enhance our critical volunteer services.
- Provide on-site nutrition education opportunities for kids.
- Facilitate deep community connections.
- Ensure long-term sustainability for our programming.
As a supporter and Kids’ Food Basket advocate, you have been a crucial part of our community. Every meal you’ve helped fund, prepare, pack and deliver ensures that our community’s future generations will help Muskegon go!

Secure success for more Muskegon kids!
The Feeding Our Future Campaign is seeking $3.3 million to ensure a future in which all children have access to the nourishment that fosters their lifelong health and limitless potential.
Your investment will have an immediate impact on the lives of children in our community. By making a gift today, you help empower a future generation of healthy West Michigan children.
Thank you to the individuals and organizations who further our food equity work in Muskegon!
Feeding Our Future for Muskegon Children Community Champions
Superintendent Matt Cortez
Superintendent Jim Nielson
Cindy Brunink
Deb DeVoursney
Julie Donahue (posthumously)
John Essex
Todd Folkert
Amy Heisser
Kay Olthoff
Levi Pulver
Lisa Tyler
Kim VanKampen
Kyle Verplank
Tony Verplank
Brent Warren
Mark White
John and Kathy Workman
ADAC
ChoiceOne Bank
Hines Corporation
Howmet Aerospace
Quality Tool & Stamping
Shape Corp.
Wesco