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Our Lady Consolata Food Pantry – Gagetown, Michigan

Our Lady Consolata Food Pantry – Gagetown, Michigan

Serving Local Families with Consistency, Care, and Dignity

In the village of Gagetown, Our Lady Consolata operates a food pantry that plays a quiet but critical role in supporting the local community. Every other week, volunteers open the pantry for a four-hour distribution window, serving at least 30 local families each distribution—families who rely on this pantry as a consistent source of food, not an occasional supplement. In a rural area where access to food assistance can be limited, this steady presence matters.

The pantry is volunteer-run and thoughtfully organized. Shelves are clearly labeled, food is handled with care, and families are welcomed in a familiar, respectful setting. This is not an emergency-only operation—it is a dependable service that many households rely on as part of their regular food needs.

Meeting People Where They Are

During the summer months, Our Lady Consolata adjusts its operations to better serve the community. In addition to regular daytime hours, the pantry offers evening distribution times to accommodate migrant and seasonal workers who are unable to attend during the day due to work schedules. This flexibility reflects a clear understanding of the community’s needs and a willingness to remove barriers to access wherever possible.

The Role of Venison in Local Hunger Relief

Access to high-quality protein is one of the most persistent challenges for food pantries. Ground venison donated through Michigan Sportsmen Against Hunger helps address that challenge directly. It is lean, nutritious, and locally sourced—well suited for families who need real, nourishing meals.

At Our Lady Consolata, donated venison is not symbolic. It moves directly from freezer to family, becoming meals that support health and stability within the community.

Partner Information

Our Lady Consolata Food Pantry
Operated by Our Lady Consolata Parish

  • Physical Address: 4618 South St, Gagetown, MI 48735
  • Mailing Address: PO Box 139, Gagetown, MI 48735
  • Phone: (989) 665-1027
  • Website: https://www.olccasscity.org/

Food Pantry Schedule (subject to seasonal adjustment):

  • Open every other week
  • Four-hour daytime distribution
  • Additional evening hours during the summer to accommodate migrant and seasonal workers

For current distribution dates, hours, or eligibility information, community members are encouraged to contact the parish office directly or consult parish communications, as schedules may change throughout the year.

A Local Example of a Statewide Need

Food pantries like Our Lady Consolata are essential partners in Michigan Sportsmen Against Hunger’s mission. According to the 2022 Feeding America Michigan Hunger Study, more than 1.4 million Michigan residents are food insecure, including over 378,000 children . Hunger affects working families, seniors, and seasonal laborers alike—often in communities where resources are limited.

Since 1991, Michigan Sportsmen Against Hunger has helped distribute more than 1.26 million pounds of processed venison to nonprofit food banks and pantries across the state. That impact is only possible because of trusted local partners who are willing to do the consistent, hands-on work of serving their neighbors.

Quiet Work. Real Impact.

There are no headlines or ceremonies here—just volunteers showing up, freezers stocked with donated venison, and families leaving with food they can depend on. Our Lady Consolata Food Pantry in Gagetown exemplifies how hunters, processors, and community organizations work together to strengthen Michigan communities, one distribution day at a time.