Fighting Hunger Where We Live
If you need food and we are not open for business, please call Food Gatherers at 734-761-2796 and they will assist you in locating a food pantry.
Food assistance is available once a week. Food distribution is on Mondays from 11:00 am - 5:45 pm. (We will be closed on October 28th due to the move, but resume on Nov. 4th.)
Please call us with any questions. 248-437-9790 Our address is 401 Washington Street, South Lyon. (We will soon be moving to 553 S. Lafayette)
Use the following links to place your order. There are two options to receive food. You may choose either curbside pickup or shop inside.
PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU ARE CHOOSING INSIDE SHOPPING, PARK AND ENTER AT THE OFFICE DOOR ON 401 WASHINGTON SOUTH LYON .
INSIDE SHOPPERS USE THE LINK BELOW:
https://fs11.formsite.com/fgzaQC/x0vfwh0vva/index.html
CURBSIDE PICK UP USE THE LINK BELOW:
https://fs11.formsite.com/fgzaQC/hy6cb2snde/index.html
We hope you enjoy your experience shopping with us. We look forward to meeting you.
The Birthday Bundle!Â
 (Only for South Lyon School District Food Pantry Clients)
We are happy to introduce our newest program for our food pantry children, called The Birthday Bundle. The package of birthday goodies may include an age appropriate toy, party plates, napkins, candles, decorations, cake mix and frosting.
Here's how to sign up for the Birthday Bundle.
If your child is turning age 1-16 on their birthday this year, give us a week notice to gather up the items for their special day. Please use the link below to request "The Birthday Bundle"Â
https://fs11.formsite.com/fgzaQC/orl1mhnv3e/index.htmlÂ
EXCITING NEWS!
$50,000 DONATION MATCHING DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR!
Let's rally together and make the most of this opportunity to ensure no one in our community goes hungry. Thirty-six years dedicated to helping the less fortunate in our neighborhoods. We are a 501(c)3 Charity with a 4 Star Rating on Charity Navigator.
Mail check donations to:
Active Faith
P.O. Box 188
South Lyon, MI 48178
PayPal or Credit Card:
Use our online donation link.
Stock Donations:
call Sharon at 248-437-9790
Learn More About Our Capital Campaign
Clothing Assistance
Please note our clothing closet is only for current food pantry clients who live within the South Lyon School District. If you reside outside the district, we can help us locate clothing assistance near you. Call us at 437-9790 for resource help for clothing assistance. We can direct you to appropriate agencies or we can help in an emergency. 248-437-9790. If you would like to donate clothing please refer to the Donation Tab to see our current information.
Give Funds
Even a small gift can make a BIG difference. "No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted."
Aesop
Give Time
Your gift of time helps hungry families eat. "Only by giving are you able to receive more than you already have."
Jim Rohn
Our Events
Learn about our currently planned events! It's a great way to have fun and help others.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide long term and temporary assistance to those who have fallen on difficult times in hopes of returning them to the independent pursuit of their life’s goals.
We proudly embrace diversity and inclusivity, welcoming individuals of all gender identities, religions, races, ethnicities, and cultures with open arms. Our non-profit is committed to creating a space where everyone is respected and valued, free from discrimination or bias.
Serving Your Community
Active Faith Community Services helps people in need who reside primarily in the South Lyon Community School District. This 83 square mile area covers six different municipalities including parts of Oakland, Livingston and Washtenaw Counties.
We had over 5,778 food pantry visits in 2023! Our numbers are growing due to the rising cost of living bringing additional hardship to families. On average we assist nearly 700 individuals per month. Currently, we provide food to 220 children each month. Over 100 children received backpacks and school supplies. Warm winter coats were provided to over 100 families. We also provide toilet paper, cleaning products and hygiene products. We provide holiday gift giving to our food pantry children, case management, and connection to many other resources to address the consequences of poverty.
Active Faith is continually changing to meet the needs of the community. We are an information and referral center for food, clothing, and utility assistance from other agencies. Contact us and we can direct you to the right agencies even though you may not fit into our financial guidelines.
Did You Know?
- FOUNDED -Â In 1987 ten local pastors started Active Faith as a non-denominational, non-discriminating, licensed, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization recognized by the IRS. All donations are tax-deductible.
- AREAS WE SERVE -Â The 83 square mile area comes under six different municipalities and covers parts of Oakland, Livingston, and Washtenaw counties.
- THOSE IN NEED -Â Active Faith Community Services has worked with low-income households residing within our 83 square mile rural school district. Established as a food pantry and clothing closet, we have not veered from our original mission.
- FOOD DISTRIBUTION - We distribute 4 times a month to an average of 230 households and provide emergency food assistance when needed. Our volunteers make 18 home deliveries per month. On average we distributed approximately 200,000 pounds of food to families in the South Lyon School District.
- VOLUNTEERS - Our volunteers logged in over 5,000 community hours on behalf of our organization.
- DONATION OPPORTUNITIES -Â Â Please see our donation opportunities under the Donation Tab.
Active Faith Community Services is an equal opportunity provider. Click here for the USDA Non-discrimination statement.
The Office of Civil Rights mission is to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies. Click  here for the USDA Civil Rights statement.
PROUD PARTNERSHIPS
ACTIVE FAITH COMMUNITY SERVICES
401 South Washington Street, P.O. Box 188
South Lyon, Michigan 48178
248-437-9790
Office Hours
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
Food Distribution
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Every Monday