Blessing Bags Brigade of Michigan was founded by Gregg and Sharon Monbleau, whose Christian faith inspired them to offer comfort, hope, and love to individuals experiencing homelessness.
The journey began in the fall of 2015 when Gregg and Sharon began assembling and distributing hygiene bags in Detroit's Cass Corridor. What started as a small, heartfelt initiative quickly grew into a mission with a deep, lasting impact.
Understanding the critical need for a dedicated hygiene ministry, the Monbleaus partnered with Lutz School to assemble the bags and collaborated with numerous organizations across Metro Detroit for distribution. Today, their efforts have expanded to provide over 9,000 hygiene bags and 10,000 Bombas socks each year to those in need.
In partnership with The Wave Project, Blessing Bags Brigade helped establish 24/7 accessible hygiene pantries, now available at five locations in Macomb and Wayne Counties. These pantries provide free hygiene products to anyone in need, with plans for further expansion.
Blessing Bags Brigade is also addressing the needs of students through a collaboration with Macomb County Schools to combat chronic absenteeism caused by hygiene challenges. Through this partnership, students receive hygiene bags that support both their well-being and their education. Additionally, hygiene bags are now available at Macomb County Libraries, ensuring free access to those in need.
At Blessing Bags Brigade, our mission is simple yet powerful: to provide essential hygiene products that promote health, dignity, and well-being for those facing hardship. We are committed to expanding our impact and continuing to serve with compassion and care.