Last Day of Operation will be June 19, 2025

This month, the Coleman Community Market will celebrate its final days of operations at the Greater Midland Coleman Family Center. The Market's last day open will be Thursday, June 19, marking the conclusion of four years of impact in the local community.

The Market opened in spring of 2021 as the result of a collaborative partnership between Greater Midland and United Way of Midland County. At the time, Coleman was considered a food desert, with the nearest grocery store located over 11 miles away and no consistent means of public transportation to help those without a reliable vehicle. The Market provided a sustainable solution to an area lacking healthy food accessibility, enabling community members to shop conveniently close to home.

In addition to pantry staples and shelf stable items, the Market offered a wide selection of fresh produce, meat, dairy, frozen items, and even hygiene and cleaning supplies. All items were sold at a single dime above wholesale cost, ensuring that nutritious food and household essentials were affordable for all.

“The Market benefited the community in many ways: providing accessibility to healthy ingredients so people could have more nutrient-dense meals; reducing transportation barriers; and connecting those shopping with the local community center and resource hub for other resources they may need,” said Holly Miller, President and CEO of United Way of Midland County.

Over time, other grocery stores opened in the Coleman area, expanding access to the items provided by the Market. In response to the evolving needs of the community, Greater Coleman Family Center and United Way agreed that the space and funding currently devoted to the Market could create greater impact through other initiatives.

“The Market was developed with the focus of bringing healthy options to the community. As the Market closes, the use of the space will continue to focus on the health of the community, through physical, mental, and social wellbeing,” said Andrea Conquest, Executive Director of Greater Midland Coleman Family Center.

“We are honored to have worked alongside Great Midland to bring the Market to the Coleman community,” reflected Holly Miller. “It served the community so well and is a beautiful demonstration that when we come together to launch innovative solutions, we can make a real difference in the lives of our neighbors.”

Greater Midland Coleman Family Center continues to help individuals access healthy options through a food pantry, mobile food distributions, and grocery donations. For more information on these resources, please call 989-465-2079 or visit www.greatermidland.org/cfc

To learn more about United Way of Midland County, please visit https://unitedwaymidland.org