From its modest beginnings with a single store in Detroit, Happy’s Pizza has always been committed to giving back to the community that made its success possible. In 2015, this commitment deepened when Happy’s Pizza teamed up with Elevate Detroit, a Michigan-based nonprofit, to support those in need throughout the city they’ve called home for over 19 years.

More than just delivering the best pizza in town, Happy’s Pizza aims to serve the people in some of the best cities across the country. On a chilly Saturday in September, Happy’s Pizza partnered with Elevate Detroit for the first time to provide meals for approximately 200 homeless men, women, and children. The event highlighted a shared belief: good food has the power to bring people together, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Elevate Detroit, a network of volunteers from Metro Detroit, has been dedicated to feeding those in need for over eight years. Though different in nature, Happy’s Pizza and Elevate Detroit are united by a common purpose: to strengthen communities, provide nourishing meals, and extend a helping hand to those who need it most.

Since that first event, Happy’s Pizza has donated 50 pizzas every month to Elevate Detroit locations in Detroit, Pontiac, Flint, and Mt. Clemens. This partnership has provided consistent support to hundreds of individuals and families struggling with food insecurity, particularly during the harsh winter months. Last December, in the spirit of giving, Happy’s Pizza went a step further by donating new, down-filled coats to Elevate Detroit’s community members as a special Christmas gift.

Whether it’s food, clothing, or shelter, Happy’s Pizza believes in the power of action to create meaningful change. Their commitment to building stronger communities through partnerships like Elevate Detroit is at the heart of what they do. Because for Happy’s Pizza, being part of a community means more than serving great food—it means serving the people who call it home.

That’s the Heart of Happy’s.