🦃 Thanksgiving with Hope for Single Moms
A Season of Gratitude — and Giving
The holidays are a time for gratitude, connection, and—let’s be honest—a little bit of stress.
For single moms whose paychecks are already stretched thin, Thanksgiving can bring an extra layer of worry. The cost of groceries, special ingredients, and all the “extras” that make the day memorable can quickly become overwhelming.
Every mom still wants the same thing we all do — to gather her family around a warm meal, to laugh, to give thanks, and to make memories that last a lifetime.
This Thanksgiving, Hope for Single Moms is spreading warmth, gratitude, and hope by providing Community Thanksgiving Food Baskets for single-mom families across West Michigan.
Each family receives $50 in dinner supplies and a $50 grocery gift card to purchase fresh perishables. Your donation helps families gather around the table, create meaningful memories, and build lasting holiday traditions.
We’ve already received many requests for assistance and would love to bless more families this year. You can make a difference by giving at:
👉 donorbox.org/holiday-food-basket
Together, we can fill plates, lift hearts, and build stronger families this holiday season. 🦃✨
Why Thanksgiving Matters
Think back to your own childhood Thanksgiving…
Maybe it was the smell of pie in the oven, the sound of football on TV, or the way everyone squeezed around the table to share what they were thankful for.
Those traditions shaped who we are — and every mom dreams of giving her children that same sense of belonging and love.
One of our goals at Hope for Single Moms is to help build stronger families. That happens not only through education and financial stability, but also through simple moments spent together —sharing a meal, passing down recipes, and creating traditions that strengthen family bonds.
Give the Gift of a Thanksgiving Feast
This Thanksgiving, we want to make sure all six of our families can experience the joy of a full holiday meal — with turkey, stuffing, pie, and all the fixings.
And you can make that happen!
For less than $100 per family, you can provide everything needed for a Thanksgiving feast that fills both stomachs and hearts. 🍂
Whether your family “adopts” one of our families, or a group of friends splits the list and assembles a basket together, or you buy six of one item, your generosity will make this holiday truly special.
Give the Gift of a Family Holiday
Meet the Families Who Will Be Celebrating
LEXI & SAGE (5)
Lexi is pursuing her Master’s in Educational Leadership while raising Sage. She has faced major challenges but continues working toward her dream.
COURTNEY & JAMES & JOHN
Courtney is grduating from the BBA program at GVSU in Feb 2026. She is also busy working and parenting. The boys are playing hockey.
NEKIA & AILY (11)
Nekia is preparing for a Business degree while raising her daughter and working full-time jobs. She’s determined to succeed!
TANYA, KAHLO (9) & LUCINA (5)
Tanya left an unstable home and is now studying for a Master’s in Social Work at the University of Michigan and working. She’s creating a new future for herself and her children.
SASHA & LUCA (4)
Sasha is pursuing her BBA. She currently attends GRCC and will be applying to GVSU. She is also overseeing the social media strategy for HSM and working on developing the curriculum for Cleaning for Hope workforce training.
TIANNA & AURORA
Tianna is pursuing a Marketing degree while managing school, work, and rent. She’s determined to build a stable future for Aurora.