124 Pearl, ste. 201 (Centennial Plaza), Ypsilanti • (734) 896–3770
Dedicated to improving the quality of life for returning formerly incarcerated citizens in Washtenaw County. Volunteers assist with events and administrative tasks. volunteering@abrighterway.org, abrighterway.org
4290 Jackson Rd • Office: (734) 822–0220
Emergency shelter access: (734) 961–1999. Temporary shelter, rapid rehousing, food, and support services for children and their families experiencing homelessness. info@alphahouse-ihn.org, alphahouse-ihn.org V
(734) 662–3128
Works with local agencies and school social workers to identify unmet needs. Family mentoring, Caring Closets, Holiday Adopt-a-Family, and Thanksgiving Basket programs. Call, email, or contact online. aaccceo1@gmail.com, annarbor-communitycenter.org V
1327 Jones, ste. 102 • (734) 663–5858
Provides affordable, long-term housing with built-in care and support for people who have experienced homelessness. Develops, owns, and manages rental units in over 29 properties in Washtenaw County. Avalon case managers and property managers work to keep residents in their homes. Support services include help with basic needs, case management, access to health care and recovery support, and community-building activities. Also provides support services to clients living in public housing and in rental units owned by private landlords. Serves more than 800 people, including 200 children. avalonhousing.org
2309 Packard (St. Clare Episcopal Church) • (734) 662–2449
Nonperishable and perishable food available Thurs. 4–7 p.m. No proof of need required. info@backdoorfoodpantry.org, backdoorfoodpantry.org V
306 N. Division (St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church) • (734) 663–0518, ext. 206
Since 1982. Free breakfast daily 7:30–8:30 a.m. breakfastatstandrews.org V
3 W. Eden • (734) 447–0292
Perishable and nonperishable foods for low-income residents of Washtenaw County. Bring government-issued ID and proof of residence. Eligible households may come twice a month. Open Mon.–Thurs. 10 a.m.–3 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. fnabilsi@canwashtenaw.org, canwashtenaw.org/bryant
1111 N. Maple • (734) 662–3564
Cash assistance, referrals, and advocacy for medical, legal, and housing problems related to basic needs like food, shelter, and clothing. Budgeting and planning assistance to help prevent families from returning to crisis. info@peaceneighborhoodcenter.org, peaceneighborhoodcenter.org U, V
815 Taylor (Northside Community Center) • (734) 662–4462
Distributes groceries and personal care items to low-income families and individuals on a monthly and/or emergency basis. Also provides assistance applying for food benefits and provides referrals to outside agencies for other critical services. Tues. 2–5:30 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m. csswashtenaw.org/food-pantry V
16 S. Washington, Ypsilanti
(865) 300–7078. Food truck service offers free regular community meals in Ann Arbor & Ypsilanti. Also provides WashUp mobile shower service, Thrive weekly support circle group, and LiftUp weekly social gathering for breakfast and worship. info@fedupministries.org, fedupministries.org V