First United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids

Heart and Hands

Heart and Hands is a non-profit agency organized to meet emergency needs of those living within the Eaton Rapids and Springport School Districts. It is a ministry supported by area churches (including FUMER), and the Eaton Rapids Ministerial Association. In addition to food emergencies, Heart and Hands can assist with medical, housing and utility emergencies, as funds allow. In order to receive assistance, persons must live within the Eaton Rapids/Springport area, and be low income. In 2009, we received over 1100 requests for food.

Heart and Hands is governed by a Board and the day-to-day operations are handled by the Director, Rosalind Bullen.

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It is staffed entirely by volunteers who do various jobs such as distributing, picking up and moving food items, as well as some record-keeping. Heart and Hands has 15 -20 volunteers who work at the food bank, as well as serving on the Board. Volunteers are always needed, and receive training.

Heart and Hands is located at the First Baptist Church of Eaton Rapids (entrance is in the rear of the building), and is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Food orders are filled between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Donations of non-perishable food, paper products, personal care items and household supplies are always needed, and can be dropped off during those hours. You may call (517) 663-7104 for more information.