by Cristo Rey Staff | Jul 11, 2018 | Blog
There is a growing need for individuals in the greater Lansing area as the percentage of those living in poverty grows beyond 20%. This need is reflected through a continuous rise in the number of individuals living with food insecurities that visit the Cristo Rey...
by Cristo Rey Staff | Nov 29, 2017 | Annual Events, Blog, Volunteers
On Thursday, November 23rd, Cristo Rey hosted its Annual Community Thanksgiving Meal and graciously welcomed anyone who was in need of warm cooked food. The feast began promptly at noon on Thanksgiving Day and immediately, the giving spirit was evident. An astounding...
by Cristo Rey Staff | Nov 1, 2017 | Blog
Despite the dreary weather on October 7, those who came out to participate in the 5th Annual 5k run/walk were in high spirits! This year, the number of participants that came out to support Cristo Rey’s Food Access Programs went up a staggering 40%. Funds received...
by Cristo Rey Staff | Sep 28, 2017 | Blog
On September 5th, 2017 lives were changed and families grew in distress for their foreseeable future due to the termination of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals policy, commonly known as DACA. U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced on behalf of the...
by Cristo Rey Staff | Aug 30, 2017 | Blog, Uncategorized
Here at Cristo Rey our Basic Needs Pantry is composed of items such as shampoo, conditioners, body wash, toilet paper, feminine hygiene products, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and floss. We have our pantry open to anyone in need of any products that they don’t have...
by Cristo Rey Staff | Aug 25, 2017 | Blog
Here at Criso Rey we are always hoping to receive donations so we can help out the community as soon as possible and to those in need. Today we received a donation better than we could dream of! Michelle Lantz stopped by from the Capital Area United Way dropped of a...