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Big things are happening behind the scenes at FROM, and it's time to introduce the newest faces helping make it all possible. Please join us in welcoming Heather Dimmick as our new Volunteer Coordinator and Irina Nadrau as our new Administrative Assistant. Both bring fresh energy, heart, and dedication to our team, and we couldn't be more excited to see the ways they'll help us serve our neighbors even better.... Heather Dimmick - Volunteer Coordinator "Born and raised in Lo

We’re excited to announce two well-deserved promotions to team members here at FROM! First is Kelly Glas, who is now our Program Manager! Kelly joined FROM in 2020 as our […]

Last week, we cut a ribbon ten years in the making. More than 200 friends and neighbors joined us to celebrate the opening of new affordable and supportive housing right […]

Neighbors to the west of Lowell are now eligible for food assistance from one of the community’s most charitable resources. Flat River Outreach Ministries recently expanded its food pantry service […]

Last weekend, Flat River Outreach Ministries gathered to celebrate and send off one of our own: Christy Baldwin, who has given five incredible years of service to this community. Christy […]

If you receive SNAP food benefits in Michigan, you may need to meet new work requirements — known as Time Limited Food Assistance, or TLFA — to keep receiving your […]

FROM Expands Services to Reach More Neighbors As our community grows, Flat River Outreach Ministries is expanding its reach to serve more households across the greater Lowell area. FROM’s Food […]

There are moments in a project when progress feels especially meaningful. Right now, Main Street Housing is in one of those moments. Siding is going up and nearly complete at […]

As we begin 2026, we are filled with gratitude for the hundreds of volunteers and generous donors who made 2025 possible. Because of your support, Flat River Outreach Ministries reached […]

As we step into 2026, we are pausing to say thank you. In 2025, Treasures Thrift Store reached $1,000,000 in sales, a milestone that represents the people, kindness, and a […]

Big things are happening at FROM’s future Main Street Housing site on 504 E Main Street, and we’re thrilled to share the latest updates with our Lowell community. The duplex […]

We are so grateful to share some big news with you: Our affordable and supportive housing is expanding! FROM has officially purchased the neighboring property of 504 Main St – […]

That’s a wrap on Food Fight 2025! The final results are in… South Team takes the win with 95,894 points! North Team gave a strong fight with 64,760 points! Congratulations, […]

May 22nd, 2025, marked a monumental moment for our Lowell community. After years of dedicated planning and unwavering community support, we officially broke ground on FROM’s new affordable housing units […]

It’s with a touch of sadness that we announce that our incredible volunteer coordinator, McKenzie Rhoades , will be transitioning to a new role, with her last day being May 9th. McKenzie, your dedication and warmth have truly touched us all. You’ve built such strong connections and your commitment to our mission has been unwavering. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your remarkable service and the lasting impact you’ve made at FROM. We’ll miss you dearly! Message fr

“Unstable housing causes increased stress and anxiety, high rates of absenteeism, difficulty completing homework, and difficulty focusing when in school,” said Nate Fowler, Lowell Area Schools Superintendent. We talked to […]