Since it’s establishment in 1983, Neighbor for Neighbor has been helping local families in need; able to do so from the generous contributions from the community.
As the nonprofit charitable organization does every fall and spring, they will host Treasures and Treats, featuring for sale homemade baked goods and one-of-a-kind donated items.
The fundraising event, which coincides with the Springfield Township Parks and Recreation’s community garage and sidewalk sale, will be held inside the Hart Community Center, at 495 Broadway in downtown Davisburg’s Mill Pond Park on Friday, Sept. 12 and Saturday, Sept. 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
“Every year it gets bigger and bigger. We have a pretty nice variety,” Peg Hill said, publicity coordinator for Neighbor for Neighbor. “There’s something for everyone,” which includes household items, small appliances, sporting goods, jewelry and more. “And we can’t keep up with the baked goods. We always run out.”
Treasures and Treats is the main fundraiser for Neighbor for Neighbor. They only seek donations during a mail out one other time during the year.
“This (event) is real important. With the money spent at the sale, you couldn’t spend it better than we do. All the money goes to people who need it,” Hill said, noting none of the money has to go towards salaries since Neighbor for Neighbor is completely volunteer.
Because of donations, such as through Treasures and Treats, Neighbor for Neighbor is able to provide food and clothing, assist with rent and utilities and offer care and concern for families in crisis throughout Springfield, Holly, Groveland, Rose and parts of Independence and White Lake townships.
“We’ve really been busy lately, because a lot more people have lost their jobs,” Hill said.
In 2002, Neighbor for Neighbor distributed more than 100,000 pounds of grocery items from their food pantry, donated $7,643 in financial aid to prevent utility shutoffs, and gave $14,410 in financial aid to prevent evictions.
For more information, call (248) 634-0900.