Grand Rapids, Michigan · Nonprofit
A Community Coming Together to Make a Difference.
Hens Brunch brings people, businesses, and resources together to fill Thanksgiving food baskets for local families across the Grand Rapids area.
Our Mission
Generosity, connection, and compassion.
At Hens Brunch, our mission is to bring our community together through generosity, connection, and compassion. We believe that when people come together with a shared purpose, even the smallest acts of kindness can make a lasting difference.
Our Story
From a simple idea to something much bigger.
What started as a simple idea to provide Thanksgiving baskets to local families has grown into something much bigger. Founded by Michelle Campione, Hens Brunch brings together women, local businesses, and volunteers who share a passion for giving back.
Last year, our community helped provide 551 Thanksgiving baskets to families in need. As we continue to grow, so does our vision for creating meaningful opportunities to support our neighbors beyond the holiday season.
Community Impact
551
Thanksgiving Baskets Provided Last Year
Every one of those baskets came from neighbors, local businesses, and volunteers choosing to show up for each other. When a community pools its generosity, the impact reaches far beyond any one of us.
As Seen OnWZZM 13 — Hens Brunch fills baskets with Thanksgiving sidesOur Process
From Your Gift to a Family's Table.
Every basket is purchased, packed, and delivered by our team, then shared with families through trusted local businesses right in their own neighborhoods.
01
You Give
Donations and business sponsorships fund every single basket.
02
We Shop
Our team goes out and buys all of the food that goes into each basket.
03
We Pack
Together, we assemble every basket by hand, ready to be shared.
04
Partners Share
We deliver baskets to local businesses, who give them away to families in their community.
Donate
Your Generosity Makes a Difference.
Every contribution helps us continue supporting local families and expanding our impact throughout the community. Whether you sponsor a basket or make a general donation, your generosity helps us make a difference.
Sponsor a Basket
$125
Sponsor a Basket
Help provide a complete Thanksgiving basket for a local family.
Donate NowGet Involved
Local Businesses Make It Possible.
Our baskets reach families because local businesses step up, whether by helping fund them or by sharing them with the people they serve every day.
Become a Sponsor
Help fund baskets for local families and be recognized as a Hens Brunch community sponsor.
Share Our Baskets
Are you a business that would love to share baskets with families in your community once they're made? We'll deliver them to you, ready to give away.
Partner with us
At this time we aren't able to accept individual volunteers or drop-off donations. The best way to help is through a financial gift, which lets us purchase exactly what each basket needs.
For Families
We're Here for Our Community.
Our baskets are shared through partner businesses across the Grand Rapids area. Follow along on social media, where we'll share partner locations each season.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does my donation go?
Donations are used to purchase the food that goes into each basket. Our team shops for every item, packs the baskets, and delivers them to partner businesses who share them with local families.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. Hens Brunch is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and you'll receive a receipt for your records.
What's in a basket?
Everything a family needs for a full holiday meal. Our team shops for each basket so it arrives complete and ready to share.
How do I donate?
You can sponsor a basket or give any amount through Venmo or PayPal in our Donate section. PayPal also accepts credit and debit cards.
When are baskets given out?
Baskets are delivered to our partner businesses the Sunday before Thanksgiving, and shared with families from there.
How can a family receive a basket?
Baskets are shared through our partner businesses in the community. Follow us on social media, where we share partner locations each season.
Can I volunteer or drop off food?
At this time we aren't able to accept individual volunteers or drop-off donations. A financial gift is the best way to help, since it lets us purchase exactly what each basket needs.
How can my business get involved?
Businesses can become a sponsor or share baskets with families in their community. Fill out the Partner with us form and we'll be in touch.
