2026 Thanksgiving Food Drive and Faith in Action 

As we enter into this season of thanks, one of the ways that Mercy High School expresses gratitude is by giving back to the community. For decades we have been an important partner to the Focus: HOPE Food Program. Focus: HOPE provides assistance to over 53,000 low income residents (mostly senior citizens) every year through monthly food assistance, health screenings and so much more.

All students and staff are asked to bring in select food items to donate along with a $5 contribution toward perishable items. Food donations will be collected in Adviser Group until Tuesday, November 17 at 8:00am. Mercy is proud to be one of Focus: HOPE's largest donors.

THANK YOU for helping us make this a successful food drive!

Volunteer Opportunities over Thanksgiving Break 

With Thanksgiving break just around the corner, our week off is a fantastic opportunity to earn service hours!

As a reminder, here is the breakdown of service requirements by grade level:

• 9th grade: 3 hours of service to Mercy High School. One service experience (4-8 hours) in one of the following areas: Immigration, Racism, Earth, Women and Children, Non-violence. The service experience requirement must be at a single non-profit, non-Mercy agency.
• 10th grade: 4 hours of service to Mercy High School. One service experience (8-10 hours) in a different area than chosen in 9th grade. The service experience requirement must be at a single non-profit, non-Mercy agency, focusing on a different Critical Concern.
• 11th grade: 5 hours of service to Mercy High School. One service experience (12-15 hours) in a different area chosen than in 9th and 10th grade. The service experience requirement must be at a single non-profit, non-Mercy agency, focusing on a different Critical Concern.
• 12th grade: You need 40 hours of service, with no more than 8 coming from in-school service. 

This list is being updated by our community partners on a regular basis. Consider reaching out and setting up time over our break to serve! If you have any questions - please do not hesitate to reach out to Mrs. Bennetts at hbennetts@mhsmi.org.