D10 Hunger
OUR MISSION
To alleviate hunger and food insecurity across the U.P. by partnering with communities to provide healthy food, education, and sustainable solutions.
Our Goals
- Eliminate food insecurity in the U.P.
- Increase access to nutrition education and local produce
- Provide emergency food support
- Empower Lions Clubs with resources and micro-grants
- Strengthen long-term infrastructure for local food systems
- Collaborate with like-minded organizations to broaden our impact
Our Programs
Let’s Seed U.P.
An SD10 Lions initiative that provides free seed bundles—25 short-season, cool-climate varieties—to support community gardens across the U.P.
Grown and trialed in Gwinn, these U.P. Smart™ Seeds are cultivated specifically for our region. Gardeners return seeds after harvest to grow our seed bank and keep this program thriving.
Why it matters:
- Promotes food independence
- Strengthens local food systems
- Empowers communities to grow their own fresh produce
Get involved: Whether you’re starting a new garden or supporting an existing one, we’ll provide the seeds, guidance, and support to help you grow.
Backpack Program
No child should go hungry. Our Backpack Program partners with schools to send food home with children for evenings and weekends, helping bridge the gap when school meals aren’t available.
What we provide:
- Shelf-stable, nutritious food
- Regular distribution through participating schools
- Support for children most in need
Community Garden
Lions Clubs across District 10 are helping build and support community gardens. Whether located at schools, hospitals, neighborhoods, or city boulevards, these spaces nourish both bodies and community connection.
Lions help by:
- Distributing seed bundles
- Assisting with garden setup and maintenance
- Collecting seeds post-harvest to sustain future growing
Service over perfection: You don’t need to be an expert—just be ready to lend a hand.
ABOUT US
U.P. Lions Serve Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting hunger-relief and health-improvement efforts through Lions Clubs in District 10.
We believe true community growth starts with access to fresh, nutritious food. Through hands-on and digital education, seed distribution, and collaborative programs, we’re building a healthier, more self-reliant U.P.
ABOUT US
Help us grow a healthier U.P.
Your support fuels seed bundles, backpack meals, and garden projects. Donations of $100+ will receive a tax acknowledgment letter.
Mail donations to:
HUNGER
646 County Rd.
Negaunee, MI 49866
Or donate online
CONTACT US
By Mail:
HUNGER
West 3453 US Highway
2 and 41
Spaulding, MI 49886
By Email:
[email protected]
A PROGRAM BY THE LIONS OF MICHIGAN & LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL
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