VETLIFE, a Michigan-based nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering veterans and their families, has partnered with Kroger to host Harvest for Heroes, a statewide initiative providing free Thanksgiving meals to veteran families in need.
Taking place from 10 a.m. to noon, Friday, Nov. 21, in Howell and Detroit, Harvest for Heroes ensures that those who served our country are supported during the holidays.
Veterans and active-duty service members can register online at www.vetlifetoday.org/harvestforheroes to reserve their free Thanksgiving meal box, which includes a turkey and all the traditional fixings.
Spots are limited, and participants must present their registration ticket at the pickup location to secure a Thanksgiving basket. Registration is required to ensure every veteran family receives the full holiday meal package.
“A warm meal can do more than fill a plate — it reminds veterans that their service and sacrifices are not forgotten,” said Joshua Parish, co-founder of VETLIFE. “Thanks to Kroger’s leadership and compassion, we’re able to give back to those who’ve given so much.”
Through Kroger’s Zero Hunger | Zero Waste initiative and VETLIFE’s statewide network, the program will provide hundreds of Thanksgiving baskets to veteran families across Michigan, bridging food access with dignity and gratitude.
Each pickup location will also provide information on local veteran resources and access to the Battle Buddy App, VETLIFE’s one-stop digital platform connecting veterans and their families to benefits, housing, education, and mental health support.
