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Helping Hands

Opens Tue 11 AM ET
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Address
600 South Cochran Street, Charlotte, MI 48813
groceries

Who qualifies & what to bring

Service area
Charlotte or Vermontville. Coming from outside that area? Call first. Many still help in an emergency.
ID
A photo ID of any kind. It doesn't have to be a driver's license.
Proof
They may ask for proof of address (a piece of mail or a utility bill) and proof of income.

In their words: “Must be a resident of Charlotte or Vermontville (proof of address required via Picture ID). Low income guidelines apply; clients must sign a statement attesting to eligibility and accuracy of personal information. Proof of income is required. People from other areas are generally given a one-time food order and referred elsewhere for future assistance. Clients are restricted to frequenting only one food pantry each month.”

This is our best read of what Helping Hands has posted. Requirements change, so it's worth a quick call to confirm.

Hours this week Eastern Time (ET)

Sun ·
Mon ·
Tue 11 AM – 5:30 PM
Wed 10 AM – 4:30 PM
Thu 9 AM – 3:30 PM
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Helping Hands at 600 South Cochran Street, Charlotte, MI provides free food (Tue: 11 AM – 5:30 PM · Wed: 10 AM – 4:30 PM · Thu: 9 AM – 3:30 PM ET). Walk in, no appointment needed. Must be a resident of Charlotte or Vermontville (proof of address required via Picture ID). Low income guidelines apply; clients must sign a statement attesting to eligibility and accuracy of personal information. Proof of income is required. People from other areas are generally given a one-time food order and referred elsewhere for future assistance. Clients are restricted to frequenting only one food pantry each month.

Helping Hands is a faith-based food pantry in Charlotte, Michigan, that distributes groceries and personal care items free of charge to individuals and families meeting low-income guidelines and residency requirements. Clients must sign a statement attesting to their need and the accuracy of the information provided.

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