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HELP US HELP OTHERS

Our Goal, Vision & Commitment

Register & Help Make Change

Volunteer, Participate, or Donate

Addressing the urgent needs of residents who are homeless in Detroit and surrounding areas. 

"The things you take for granted someone else is praying for"

In 2025... 

67,525
Nutritious Meals
Served

54,750
Street Outreach Service Encounters

26,400 
Helpline Calls Taken

8 Million
Plastic Bags Diverted &
Collected

(from MCMM's inception) 

105,592
Volunteer Hours Worked

About MCMM

The Motor City Mitten Mission is a Michigan 501c3 Non-Profit Organization dedicated to helping the homeless, the needy, the sick and those striving for a better way of life.

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Support Us

We do what we do because it is the right thing to do! Donations help us continue our work and further our mission!

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Our boutique is 100% volunteer-operated, and we're proud to say that every single dollar from your purchase goes directly to support MCMM programs that aid our homeless community. Your shopping helps us make a real difference.

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Community Resources

FOR MACOMB, OAKLAND, WAYNE COUNTY AND DETROIT

For resources regarding housing, food, and mental health assistance, the Motor City Mitten Mission has compiled a list of community resources in Detroit, Macomb County, Oakland County and Wayne County. Please click below for the list. 

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Programs

The Motor City Mitten Mission has several programs that you can get involved in today! 

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MCMM Events

  • Cookout & Campout for Commpassion
    Cookout & Campout for Commpassion
    Sat, Nov 14
    24500 Forterra Dr
    Join us for an evening of great food, fun, fellowship, and camping under the stars! Enjoy a community cookout, connect with others, and spend the night outdoors as we raise awareness about the realities of homelessness. Bring your tent, your friends, and your compassion!
  • MCMM Tailgate Party
    MCMM Tailgate Party
    Sun, Nov 15
    24500 Forterra Dr
    🏈🦁 GO LIONS! Tailgate for a Cause! Reserve a tailgating spot at our MCMM warehouse with a donation! Enjoy food, games, prizes, and giveaways as we watch the Lions take on the Patriots in Germany! Plus, learn about homelessness around the world while supporting a great cause! 💙🧡
  • Return of the Plarn Farm
    Return of the Plarn Farm
    Mon, Nov 16
    24500 Forterra Dr
    🧶♻️ The Plarn Farm is BACK! This is where it all began for Motor City Mitten Mission! Join us as we return to our roots, turning plastic bags into plarn (plastic yarn) to create sleeping mats and pillows for our unhoused neighbors. No experience necessary — just bring your helping hands and a heart
  • Volunteer Recruitment Day-Mix at Six
    Volunteer Recruitment Day-Mix at Six
    Tue, Nov 17
    24500 Forterra Dr
    💙 Mix, Mingle & Make a Difference! Join MCMM's Volunteer Recruitment Day – Mix at Six! Meet our team, tour our new warehouse, and discover how YOU can get involved and spread kindness! ❤️
  • Second-Hand Finds, It's Easy To Be Kind!
    Second-Hand Finds, It's Easy To Be Kind!
    Wed, Nov 18
    24627 Harper Ave
    🛍️💙 Second-Hand Finds, It's Easy to be Kind! Discover amazing bargains, unique treasures, vintage finds, and more at MCMM's Second-Hand Boutique! Shop for a cause, where every purchase helps support our mission of helping those in need. ❤️ Shop, Save & Spread Kindness!
  • Grab & Grub with Hope
    Grab & Grub with Hope
    Thu, Nov 19
    Shed #4
    Grab & Grub with Hope! Join Motor City Mitten Mission as we give back to our unsheltered neighbors with free food, clothing, hygiene essentials, bus passes, and valuable community resources! 🎤 Enjoy karaoke, fun, and prizes while spreading compassion, connection, and kindness! ❤️
  • Show Us Your Haul! The Great Mitten Mission Donation Drop-Off
    Show Us Your Haul! The Great Mitten Mission Donation Drop-Off
    Fri, Nov 20
    24623 Harper Ave
    🎁💙 SHOW US YOUR HAUL! Rally your friends, family, school, church, or business to collect essential items or financial donations! Bring your haul to MCMM's Great Mitten Mission Donation Drop-Off and show us what kindness looks like! ❤️ Every donation makes a difference!
  • Grand Finale - A Corner of Caring, A Warehouse of Hope!
    Grand Finale - A Corner of Caring, A Warehouse of Hope!
    Sat, Nov 21
    24500 Forterra Dr
    💙 GRAND FINALE – A Corner of Caring, A Warehouse of Hope! Celebrate MCMM's new warehouse and Caring Corner Free Store with a ribbon cutting, food, music, and a showcase of our life-changing programs! ❤️ Join us for a celebration of kindness and hope!

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Our Address

24623 Harper Avenue

St. Clair Shores, MI 48080

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Contact Info:

Main Office: 313-854-5566 (Mon-Fri 9:30a - 4:30p)

MCMM Detroit After-Hours Emergency Shelter & Outreach Services Helpline

1-866-313-2520 (Mon-Fri: 6p - 8a & Sat & Sun: 24/7)

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Office Hours

Monday through Friday: 9:30am until 5pm

Saturday & Sunday: 9:30am until 3pm

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Donation Days

The 1st & 3rd Monday of EVERY Month!

(Call the Main Office or Email us to coordinate Furniture Donations)

kindness@motorcitymittenmission.org

The Motor City Mitten Mission is a Michigan 501 c3 Nonprofit Organization

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