KPS Community Resources
Kentwood Public Schools Community Resources
Food Resources
- The Community Food Club
- Apply for Food Assistance through MIBridges
- Click Here to find a food pantry near you. Or visit one of the following during open hours to sign up:
- Streams of Hope
- The Green Apple Pantry
- The Other Way Ministries
- View the Mobile Food Pantry schedule through Feeding America
- City of Kentwood has a free pantry at the activities center and the library
Apparel/Hygiene Resources
- In the Image links new and gently-used clothing, household necessities, and furniture for free in a welcoming store environment.
- Baxter Community Center Baxter’s Marketplace provides emergency food assistance and emergency clothing assistance
Internet/Technology Assistance Resources
- Email studenthelp@kentwoodps.org for assistance with student chromebooks
- See this interactive PDF for community resources
- Public wifi available at Kentwood city parks
Mental Health Resources
- Explore the KPS social worker website
The following locations are available 24/7 to address mental health needs.
- Pine Rest: (616) 455-9200
- Network180: (616) 336-3909
- Forest View: (800) 949-8439
Job Assistance Resources
Health/Vision/Dental Resources
Housing/Utility Resources
- McKinney-Vento Coordinator for Kentwood Public Schools Sarah Weir - sarah.weir@kentwoodps.org 616-426-4146
- ASISTENCIA ALQUILER DE EMERGENCIA DE COVID
- COVID Emergency Rental Assistance - English
- Create a Housing Plan at the Community Housing Connect
- Look for Local Housing: Michigan Housing Locator
- DTE Assistance
- Consumers Energy Assistance
- Call 211 for information about getting help paying your utility bill
- Mortgage Assistance
