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Over 5,500 turkeys donated to West Michigan families for Thanksgiving dinners

by Mel Trotter | Nov 17, 2023 | News

November 15, 2023 By: 13 On Your Side GRAND RAPIDS, Mich — As the clock struck 7 p.m. on Wednesday night, pallets full of frozen Thanksgiving turkeys were loaded into the back of a Feeding America West Michigan box truck. “As of right now, we have over 5,500...

‘Grateful’ Leader Announces Departure from Mel Trotter Ministries

by Mel Trotter | Nov 8, 2023 | Press Releases

Grand Rapids, Mich. (Nov. 8, 2023) – Dennis Van Kampen, President and CEO of Mel Trotter Ministries in Grand Rapids, announced today that he will leave the organization at the end of 2023, after serving nearly nine years as the leader of West Michigan’s largest agency...

Invitation to Gratitude

by Mel Trotter | Nov 1, 2023 | Blogs

As we start November, MTM puts up some butcher paper with blue tape in the hallway going to the cafeteria to write what we are thankful for. Anybody can write what they’re thankful for, but most people that write on the gratitude wall are our guests. It is a...

Winter Apparel in High Demand as Mel Trotter Ministries Kicks Off its Annual Code Blue Drive

by Mel Trotter | Oct 17, 2023 | Press Releases

Grand Rapids, Mich. (Oct. 16, 2023) – Michigan’s autumn weather and fall colors can lift our spirits and bring an appreciation of nature’s splendor, but for those without a roof over their head, it’s a subtle warning of the dangerous winter weather to come. That’s why...

Nelly’s Story – Season of Hope

by Mel Trotter | Oct 12, 2023 | Video

Give today to meet the urgent needs of our hurting neighbors by providing: Nourishing meals — just $2.39 each A safe place to sleep Christ-centered care, and more to individuals, youth, and...