Our Brother's Keeper

09/16/2026

Just 3 days to go! 🏃‍♂️

The Reslife ResRUN26 is happening this Saturday, September 19th, and we’d love to see you out there!

This year’s race benefits Our Brother’s Keeper, helping support the shelter and the people in our community who rely on our shelter services.

Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering everyone on, come be part of a great day supporting a great cause. Grab a friend, lace up your shoes, and we’ll see you Saturday! 🩵

Visit the link below register today! Registration ends September 18, 2026 at 8:59pm 👟

The R2 - ResRUN26 is on Saturday September 19, 2026. It includes the following events: 5k Run, 10K, and Half Marathon.

09/14/2026

👖 ONLY 5 DAYS TO GO! 👖

The Brother’s Blue Jean Ball is almost here!

In just 5 days, we’ll be gathering for a night of good food, live music, dancing, and fun, all while supporting Our Brother’s Keeper and the people we serve. 🩵

Haven’t gotten your tickets yet? Now’s the time! 🎟️

Tickets can be purchased at The Old Pioneer Store and Emporium, Our Brother's Keeper, or online at the link below.

Join us for The Brother’s Blue Jean Ball for an evening of great food, music, dancing, drinks, and music by Ernest Entertainment, all while supporting a cause…

09/11/2026

We’re currently running low on several important items and would appreciate any support you’re able to give. 🩵

*Very Urgent Items*
50 gal trash bags
Mayonnaise
Popcorn kernels
Popcorn oil
Ground beef
Aluminum foil
Vanilla extract

*Needed Items*
OTC medication
Brown sugar
Plastic spoons, forks, and knives
Multi-purpose cleaner
Nitrile gloves (M, L, XL)
Napkins
Toilet paper
Trifold paper towel
Coffee
Sugar

*Special Items*
Shower curtain
Outdoor storage box
Gently used microwave

📦 We’ve updated our Amazon Wishlist to make giving easy—items ship straight to our door: https://a.co/a3nNd9q

🤝 Prefer to donate in person? Drop-offs are always welcome at the shelter!

🔁 Can’t donate? No worries! Sharing this post is a huge help.

09/07/2026

Today, we’re taking a moment to recognize and celebrate the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers in our community and across the country.

At Our Brother’s Keeper, we’re especially grateful for the people who show up every day to serve others, support our guests, keep our shelter running, and make a difference in the lives of those around them. 🩵

We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing Labor Day. Thank you to all who work hard and help make our community stronger! 💪

09/04/2026

Buying your tickets just got EASIER!👖

You can now purchase your tickets to the Brother’s Blue Jean Ball online! 🎉

No need to stop by or track someone down for a ticket. Just click the link, grab your tickets, and you’re all set for a night of great food, live entertainment, dancing, silent auction fun, and supporting Our Brother’s Keeper!

📅 September 19, 2026
📍 St. Mary’s Parish Center
🎟️ Get your tickets online: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-brothers-blue-jean-ball

Round up your friends, grab your jeans, and join us for a night you won’t want to miss! 👖🎶

Every ticket helps support Our Brother’s Keeper and our mission of providing shelter and support to those experiencing homelessness in our community.

Visit our event page for more details: https://www.facebook.com/share/18PQLh4hy7/

Join us for The Brother’s Blue Jean Ball for an evening of great food, music, dancing, drinks, and music by Ernest Entertainment, all while supporting a cause…

09/03/2026

We’re excited to see the Brother’s Blue Jean Ball featured in the Big Rapids Pioneer!👖

September 19th will be here before we know it, and we’re looking forward to a fun evening with great food, a silent auction, and live music from Ernest Entertainment! 🎶

Thank you to everyone who has already supported the Blue Jean Ball and helped make this event possible.

🎟️ Haven’t gotten your tickets yet? Tickets are available for purchase at Our Brother’s Keeper and The Old Pioneer Store and Emporium, or online at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-brothers-blue-jean-ball

We hope to see you there! 🩵

Fundraiser supports shelter, warming station
Click the link in the comments 👇️

09/01/2026

The ResLife 5K is coming up! 🏃‍♂️

Looking for a reason to get outside, get moving, and support a great cause? Join Reslife Church for their 5K on Saturday, September 19th, benefiting Our Brother’s Keeper! 🩵

We’re excited to see our community come together for an event that supports local families and individuals experiencing homelessness. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or somewhere in between, there’s a place for you at the starting line!

Grab a friend, bring the family, and make a morning of it! Every participant helps support OBK and the work we do right here in our community. 👟

The R2 - ResRUN26 is on Saturday September 19, 2026. It includes the following events: 5k Run, 10K, and Half Marathon.

08/31/2026

We’re getting closer to September 19th, and we’d love to see you at our very first Brother’s Blue Jean Ball! 🩵

Join us at St. Mary’s Parish Center for a fun evening featuring a delicious steak dinner, silent auction, live music by Ernest Entertainment, good company, and a chance to support Our Brother’s Keeper and the people we serve.

🎟️ $22.50 in advance, $25 at the door, or $10 for general tickets (no dinner)
👖 Blue jeans encouraged!

Haven’t gotten your tickets yet? Now’s the time! Tickets are available for purchase online at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-brothers-blue-jean-ball

Grab your friends, put on your favorite blue jeans, and join us for a great night supporting a great cause. ✨

Visit our event page for more details: https://www.facebook.com/share/18PQLh4hy7/

08/28/2026

What a great day! 🚌🩵

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Fill-A-Bus event today at the Big Rapids Farmers' Market and donated to Our Brother’s Keeper. Every item donated will help us care for the individuals and families staying at the shelter.

And a special thank you to Alley Real Estate and Mecosta Osceola Transit Authority (MOTA) for putting this event together! We are so grateful to everyone who helped make today such a success. ✨

🚌 THANK YOU to our amazing community! 🚌

What an incredible day at the MOTA Fill-A-Bus for Our Brother's Keeper!

We are so grateful to EVERYONE who stopped by and donated today. The generosity of our communities never ceases to amaze us, and your support will make a real difference for individuals and families in need right here in our community.

A special THANK YOU to our friends at the Big Rapids Farmers' Market for welcoming us and allowing us to host today’s event. And another big shoutout to Alley Real Estate, our generous business sponsor, for helping make today possible!

Missed us today? No problem! Our Brother’s Keeper accepts and appreciates donations year-round. You can continue supporting their mission through their Amazon Wishlist:

🛒 https://a.co/a3nNd9q

Thank you for showing once again that when our community comes together, we can fill a bus - and make a difference! 💛