STATUS: Open

SERVICE AREA: Harrison Township and surrounding Macomb County communities, Michigan.

CLIENTS SERVED: Individuals and families experiencing hardship. Single mothers, pregnant women, and adults with special needs.

DESCRIPTION: Bernadette’s Faith in Action (BFIA) is a Christian nonprofit that puts faith into action by meeting practical needs, encouraging individuals, and bringing the community together.

SERVICES / PROGRAMS:

• Food Pantry: Provides free, nonperishable food items.
• Clothing Pantry: Offers clothing and seasonal essentials, including coats, shirts, hoodies, socks, hats, gloves, and hygiene products.
• Baby Love Pantry: Free baby supplies for mothers in need, including diapers, formula, wipes, baby shampoo, lotion, and diaper ointment. Serves children from infancy through size 5T.
• Tutoring Support: Provides tutoring for students in grades 3–9 with certified, background-checked teachers. Subjects include reading, writing, math, spelling, social studies, homework help, and study skills. Light snacks provided and donations are appreciated.
• Embrace Ministries: Offers support groups and classes for single mothers, pregnancy support, and more. Call or visit the website for current programs offered.
• Adult Special Needs Programs: Sponsors activities for adults with special needs including social activities like Bingo and gym classes.
• Community Outreach and Events: Hosts community dinners, gatherings, and other activities intended to bring residents together.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Food and Clothing Pantries: Visit the outdoor pantries at 37000 Union Lake Road, Harrison Township, MI 48045. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Visitors can walk up and take what they need.
• Baby Love Pantry: Visit Saturdays from 11 am – 1 pm at 37000 Union Lake Road, Harrison Township, MI 48045. Visitors can walk up and take what they need.
• Tutoring: Register through the Tutoring Support page or call the office. Space is limited.
• All other programs: Call to ask about enrollment, meeting schedules, and current availability.