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Support Comes in Many Forms- Here’s How You Can Make a Difference

The Bedford Township Veterans Center is powered by the generosity of our community. Whether you’re looking to donate your time, talent, resources, or even just spread the word—we welcome your support.

Below are all the ways you can get involved and make a real impact in the lives of local Veterans and their families.

Donate Money

Your financial gift directly helps local Veterans and their families. Donations go toward urgent needs like food, transportation, and housing support, as well as long-term programs that strengthen our community.

Donate Items

We regularly need new or gently used items to support our Veterans.

Current high-need items:

Hygiene Products: Shampoo, soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, razors, feminine hygiene items, etc.
Non-Perishable Food Items: Canned goods, boxed meals, rice, pasta, peanut butter, and more.
Paper Products: Toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, napkins.
Household Essentials: Laundry detergent, dish soap, cleaning products.

Donation Drop-Off Location:
Bedford Township Veterans Center
8020 Lewis Ave., Temperance, MI 48182

If you’re unsure whether we can accept an item, just give us a call or send an email.

Volunteer Your Time

We are always in need of helping hands. Volunteers are the backbone of everything we do.

Ways you can volunteer:

Food Distribution Helpers: Assist with packing and distributing food and hygiene products to Veterans and their families—especially during our monthly distribution events (last Thursday of each month).
Event Support: Lend a hand at our 5K run, golf outings, rummage sales, or community engagement events. Tasks include setup, registration, parking assistance, cleanup, and cheering on participants.
Administrative Help: If you have organizational skills, we often need help answering phones, filing, and general office tasks.
Transportation Volunteers: Have a reliable vehicle and some free time? Help drive Veterans to VA medical appointments in Ann Arbor or Toledo (mileage reimbursement may be available).
Holiday Helpers: Assist with our annual Christmas gift drive—help wrap, sort, and deliver gifts to adopted Veteran families.

Offer Your Skills

Do you have a specific skill or service you’d like to offer?

Are you a mechanic, plumber, or handy with home repairs?
Do you own a truck or trailer and can help with transport?
Are you a hairdresser, barber, or wellness provider who wants to donate services?

Let us know! We often encounter needs that go beyond material donations.

Organize a Drive

Have a group or workplace that wants to get involved? Organize a collection drive.

Past examples include:

Local schools collecting food and hygiene products
Churches or clubs holding donation drives for Veterans
Businesses placing donation bins in lobbies or break rooms

We’re happy to provide guidance and even promotional materials to help your drive succeed.

Host a Fundraiser or Awareness Event

Use your creativity to support the mission.
From benefit dinners to garage sales or Facebook fundraisers—community members have helped raise awareness and funds in ways big and small. If you’d like to run your own event and contribute the proceeds, we’d love to support you however we can.

Adopt a Veteran Family for Christmas

Every December, we match generous individuals, families, or groups with Veteran families in need of extra support for the holidays. You’ll receive a wish list and have the opportunity to shop, wrap, and make someone’s Christmas bright.

Spots fill up quickly—contact us in early November to sign up.

Ready to Make A Difference?

Every Act of Kindness Counts

Whether you give your time, your resources, or your energy—you’re helping us honor and support the heroes in our own community. Thank you for stepping up.

If you’d like to get involved, fill out the form below, stop by the Center during our open hours, or contact us directly.

Bedford Township Veterans Center
8020 Lewis Avenue
Temperance, MI 48182

Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday – Sunday: Closed

Note: We follow local school closures for inclement weather.

How Can I Help?

Get Involved

Support Comes in Many Forms- Here’s How You Can Make a Difference

Ready to Make A Difference?

Every Act of Kindness Counts

Bedford Township Veterans Center

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