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Ann Arbor’s Maker Works aims to raise $50,000 with giving campaign
Read full article: Ann Arbor’s Maker Works aims to raise $50,000 with giving campaignMaker Works aims to raise $50,000 so it can offer resources to community members looking to learn new skills like upholstery, woodworking, glass etching, welding and sewing.
Former Detroit teacher launches nonprofit turning used potato chip bags into sustainable gear
Read full article: Former Detroit teacher launches nonprofit turning used potato chip bags into sustainable gearA former Detroit teacher launched a nonprofit that washes used potato chip bags and turns them into sustainable gear.
Active Against ALS celebrating 15 years of supporting research at York
Read full article: Active Against ALS celebrating 15 years of supporting research at YorkThe Ann Arbor nonprofit is hosting a fundraiser on Sept. 28 at York, at 1928 Packard St., to celebrate 15 years of supporting and funding ALS research.
Ann Arbor nonprofit expanding impact with new membership program, book partnership and donation
Read full article: Ann Arbor nonprofit expanding impact with new membership program, book partnership and donationFriends of the Ann Arbor District Library is expanding its impact with a new membership program, a partnership with Michigan Medicine and a donation to the Ann Arbor District Library.
Ann Arbor’s Bloom City Club making Hash Bash donations to expungement nonprofit
Read full article: Ann Arbor’s Bloom City Club making Hash Bash donations to expungement nonprofit“What Bloom City Club is doing is what makes Michigan’s cannabis industry so great--an industry of compassion, and dedication to building a better tomorrow,” said GLEN President and Redemption Cannabis CEO Ryan Basore in a release.
University of Michigan nonprofit surprises young athletes with new adaptive equipment
Read full article: University of Michigan nonprofit surprises young athletes with new adaptive equipmentA $35,000 grant from The Hartford helped the University of Michigan Adaptive and Inclusive Sports Experience purchase new equipment for young area athletes.
Three Washtenaw County nonprofits to receive $16K from United Way for emergency food efforts
Read full article: Three Washtenaw County nonprofits to receive $16K from United Way for emergency food effortsUnited Way of Washtenaw County is releasing $16,000 in grants to three local nonprofits to supplement recent food shortage efforts.
University of Michigan Greek organizations raise more than $210K for nonprofits during annual Winterfest
Read full article: University of Michigan Greek organizations raise more than $210K for nonprofits during annual WinterfestStudents who participated in the annual Winterfest broomball fundraiser surpassed their goal of raising $200,000 for charity.
Former University of Michigan athletic director donates $100K for clean water access in Honduras
Read full article: Former University of Michigan athletic director donates $100K for clean water access in HondurasBill Martin has donated $100,000 to an Ann Arbor-based nonprofit to improve the lives of those living near one of Central America's largest garbage dumps.
Ann Arbor named one of the most arts-vibrant cities in the United States
Read full article: Ann Arbor named one of the most arts-vibrant cities in the United StatesAnn Arbor is known for its celebration of the arts with its numerous galleries, year-round art-based events and its massive, summertime Ann Arbor Art Fair.
Oxford students form nonprofit to push for gun violence prevention in year after mass shooting
Read full article: Oxford students form nonprofit to push for gun violence prevention in year after mass shootingSome Oxford students have come together to turn their pain into advocacy, creating a group called No Future Without Today.
Ele’s Place, Inc. names former Michigan Medicine director as new CEO
Read full article: Ele’s Place, Inc. names former Michigan Medicine director as new CEO“The Ele’s Place mission speaks to me personally, as I experienced the death of my father when I was a teenager. Like so many adults, I truly wish there had been a place like Ele’s Place when I was young and my family was grieving,” said new Ele’s Place, Inc. CEO Jennifer Wolfe Howard in a release.
Ann Arbor’s Food Gatherers, Michigan Medicine aim to raise 1 million meals for community
Read full article: Ann Arbor’s Food Gatherers, Michigan Medicine aim to raise 1 million meals for communityMichigan Medicine and Food Gatherers are asking the community to help them raise 1 million meals for people in need.
Ann Arbor nonprofit fights social isolation with new connections, intergenerational friendships
Read full article: Ann Arbor nonprofit fights social isolation with new connections, intergenerational friendshipsNonprofit Perfect Pair focuses on bridging the intergenerational gap between college students and seniors.
Second annual Mayor’s Autumnal Green Fair to kick off in downtown Ann Arbor
Read full article: Second annual Mayor’s Autumnal Green Fair to kick off in downtown Ann ArborAttendees can join a parade (costumes encouraged!), get a stamp for free ice cream at Washtenaw Dairy, meet Leslie Science & Nature Center’s birds of prey, listen to artist Ki5 and play games to win prizes.
SCRAP Creative Reuse organizing Ypsilanti scavenger hunt in October
Read full article: SCRAP Creative Reuse organizing Ypsilanti scavenger hunt in OctoberParticipating teams will solve clues around Depot Town and downtown Ypsi to compete for gift cards to SCRAP Creative Reuse, prizes from local businesses and $100 in SCRAP dollars.
Detroit Pistons partner with Zelle, local nonprofit to improve financial literacy
Read full article: Detroit Pistons partner with Zelle, local nonprofit to improve financial literacyIn hopes of addressing a financial literacy deficit by working directly with young adults, the Detroit Pistons have partnered with Zelle to offer educational resources to encourage smart and safe banking practices and investing.
Zingerman’s celebrating 40 years with Habitat for Humanity donations match
Read full article: Zingerman’s celebrating 40 years with Habitat for Humanity donations matchTo celebrate its 40th birthday, Tree Town’s infamous Zingerman’s is matching up to $40,000 in donations for Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley.
Zingerman’s celebrating 40 years with Habitat for Humanity donations match
Read full article: Zingerman’s celebrating 40 years with Habitat for Humanity donations matchTo celebrate its 40th birthday, Tree Town’s infamous Zingerman’s is matching up to $40,000 in donations for Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley.
‘Buy One Give Some’ art kits to support two Ann Arbor nonprofits in March
Read full article: ‘Buy One Give Some’ art kits to support two Ann Arbor nonprofits in MarchUntil Sunday, March 6, proceeds from the purchase of pre-prepared art kits, ArtBoxes, will go towards gifts to Wonderfool Productions and Peace Neighborhood Center.
Food Gatherers to pilot grocery delivery program with DoorDash
Read full article: Food Gatherers to pilot grocery delivery program with DoorDashA grant will pay for an unlimited amount of hours for DoorDash personnel, called “Dashers,” to deliver orders from food pantries at Jewish Family Services and Hope Clinic.
‘He’s a great guy’: Rejoyceful Animal Rescue raising money to help homeless man, his dogs and 2 puppies
Read full article: ‘He’s a great guy’: Rejoyceful Animal Rescue raising money to help homeless man, his dogs and 2 puppiesA Macomb County nonprofit animal rescue group is taking care of two puppies, the parents of those puppies, and the person that had them all.
Oakland County grant helps cover music therapy costs for people with disabilities
Read full article: Oakland County grant helps cover music therapy costs for people with disabilitiesDanny’s Miracle Angel Network (D-MAN) Foundation offers music therapy to those with severe physical and mental disabilities. The nonprofit announced it received a $75,000 grant from Oakland County.
Child-focused Detroit nonprofit emphasizes need for foster parents
Read full article: Child-focused Detroit nonprofit emphasizes need for foster parentsThe Ennis Center for Children works with neglected and abused children, providing them with shelter and other services to help them “stay safe, stay in school and on a path toward a productive adulthood.”
4 Ann Arbor area nonprofits to support on Giving Tuesday
Read full article: 4 Ann Arbor area nonprofits to support on Giving TuesdayThe difficulties of both 2020 and 2021 showed just how much the Ann Arbor area relies on nonprofit organizations and charities to take care of our most vulnerable populations. Here are four nonprofits to support this Giving Tuesday.
Music Mends Minds: How the power of music can help those facing memory loss find their voice
Read full article: Music Mends Minds: How the power of music can help those facing memory loss find their voiceMusic Mends Minds is a nonprofit that creates musical support groups for people dealing with trauma or neurological disorders.
‘We decided to do something crazy, extraordinary’: Rochester homeowner will donate part of home sale to local nonprofit
Read full article: ‘We decided to do something crazy, extraordinary’: Rochester homeowner will donate part of home sale to local nonprofitIf someone at the open house Saturday makes an offer at listing price and purchases the home, Rainbow Connection will get $100,000 from the sale.
Community members, elected officials gather to repaint vandalized Black Lives Matter mural in Ypsilanti
Read full article: Community members, elected officials gather to repaint vandalized Black Lives Matter mural in YpsilantiIt was an all hands on deck effort this past weekend to repair a Black Lives Matter mural that was defaced in September in Ypsilanti.
‘Mow down hunger’ for local students and families: Here’s how you can help
Read full article: ‘Mow down hunger’ for local students and families: Here’s how you can helpEarlier this month, children across southeast Michigan transitioned from summer vacation to virtual and in-person learning at school.
Ann Arbor suicide prevention nonprofit to hold 24 hour fundraiser in September
Read full article: Ann Arbor suicide prevention nonprofit to hold 24 hour fundraiser in SeptemberSuicide prevention nonprofit Garrett’s Space is holding its second annual 24-hour livestream fundraiser to support young adults with mental health challenges.
Teen Clean Closet provides free hygiene products to Metro Detroit youth
Read full article: Teen Clean Closet provides free hygiene products to Metro Detroit youthThere are everyday items that many take for granted, but many others are in need of.T hat’s why two Royal Oak women have come together: To help secure and provide hygiene products for local youth in need.
Giving back to those in your own backyard
Read full article: Giving back to those in your own backyardA lesson learned thousands of miles away is helping feed hundreds of people right here at home. It’s a service that helped many get through the pandemic when everything shut down and some were wondering how they were going to get their next meal.