GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Mel Trotter Ministries is preparing their annual Easter meal for anyone in the community struggling with homelessness or looking for companionship.
Ministry officials are estimating about 400 people will take part in this year's meal, which is on Wednesday. Attendees will be able to choose from a selection of meats, potatoes and vegetable options, along with an assortment of dessert.
From 4 p.m. to 5:45 p.m., Mel Trotter guests and Heartside community members will be served. Then from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., families staying at Mel Trotter and within the community will be served.
If you're wanting to help out, the ministry is looking for volunteers! You can sign up to help prepare and plate the meals. Click here to register. Mel Trotter says meals like this are only possible with community support. If you'd like to help support community meals, you can donate by clicking here.
The Easter community meal is Wednesday, March 27 at Mel Trotter Ministries on Commerce Avenue SW.
Mel Trotter Ministries also hosts community meals around other holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Mel Trotter works to end homelessness and get their guests into permanent housing. To learn more and see how you can help, click here.
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