Iroquois Christ Lutheran has organized their outreach programs under a separate (501(c)3) organization  This not for profit organization is called Iroquois WISE Coalition. Donations are generously received from community and congregation members to help maintain the Food Bank program and the Rotating Homeless Shelter program. These programs can be extended when additional funding is available, as the need is great for additional neighborhood assistance. Here is a brief description of the programs currently in progress:

Food Pantry: pictures left bottom) Between 100-140 people from the community are given food consisting of canned foods, fresh vegetables and fruits. More than 1000 pounds of food is distributed each week. Referrals are provided for assistance with their other needs. Volunteers are always sought to help administer this program. Anyone wishing to work a couple of hours one or two days per week are welcome. You will be asked to help pick up and deliver foods from Gleaners where the food is purchased and delivered it to the church. You may also be involved in packaging and distributing the food for two hours each week. Donations of canned goods, or monetary donations are always needed.

Basketball: Forty neighborhood youth participate in 2 teams (ages 11-18). They have been champion teams for three years and have many trophies to show for it. The youth also receiving tutoring and are encouraged to maintain a C average in school to participate in the program. Life lessons are earned as they are taught the benefits of good team play, participation and sportsmanship. Computers are provided to assist them in preparation of their homework.

Homeless Rotating Shelter Program: We are a part of the Rotating Shelter Program of Detroit. Once each year during the winter months sixty men, women and children are fed, housed and provided fellowship at the church. Church and community groups volunteer to pack lunches, and prepare and serve food. Used clothing is collected and distributed, and the group is helped with grooming and hygiene needs. A Barber and Health Nurse also volunteer their services. We would not be able to administer this program without the volunteer help and donations received from churches throughout the Detroit Metro Area and our Indian Village residents.

To learn more about these programs, make a donation, or volunteer to work in any of these programs,

please visit the Iroquois WISE website at: http://www.iroquoiswise.org.