Focus: Hope in need of volunteers as nonprofit combats food insecurity in metro Detroit
Some 42,000 boxes of food are delivered to seniors throughout Southeast Michigan every year thanks to the help of volunteers.
Highland Park activist 'Mama Shu' up for $100K in 2023 CNN Hero of the Year award
The prize money would aid Avalon Village in expanding the activities section of The Homework House. The house was once slated for demolition but is now a secure space for children to do their homework after school - an effort made possible by Mama Shu and volunteers.
Howell veteran in need of support after losing leg in motorcycle accident
“I’m looking forward to getting in touch with other amputees – whether they’re veterans or not, it does not matter to me," Marcus Schulmeister said.
11-year-old abuse survivor celebrates 10 years, donates 100 care packages
An 11-year-old abuse survivor is giving back to Children's Hospital of Michigan for saving his life 10 years ago.
Berkley nonprofit provides support, job training adults with special needs after high school
Our Neighborhood Academy in Berkley is making sure adults with special needs continue to get the support they need after they graduate.
Pontiac non-profit helps thousands of families in need
E-Community Outreach Services provides a range of programs and resources for children and parents. Additionally, they offer free items such as shoes, blankets, clothing, household items, and other essential necessities.
Garden City bar seeks donations for Thanksgiving dinners for seniors
The Sports Venue in Garden City is again planning to serve seniors free Thanksgiving dinners, and the bar is asking for donations to make it happen.
Detroit nonprofit offers free and low-cost yoga to those in need
A Detroit nonprofit is providing those in need with a chance to relax and unwind through free and low-cost yoga classes.
Detroit's Lafayette Laundromat offers free washing Tuesday
Wash two loads of laundry for free at Lafayette Laundromat in Detroit on Tuesday.
Detroit's Palmer Park to open new dog park on National Dog Day
Pawsome news for all dog owners in Detroit: there's a new place to take your furry friend.
Friendship Circle nonprofit provides support for individuals with special needs
The Friendship Circle is a non-profit organization that provides assistance to more than 3,000 individuals with special needs, offering support, friendship, and inclusion to those who often feel isolated.
Venture For America empowers young entrepreneurs in the Detroit community
Based in Detroit, Venture For America (VFA) is a national nonprofit organization that provides aspiring entrepreneurs who are recent college graduates with training, coaching, and connections.
'Sunday Best Crew' providing homecooked meals for homeless Detroiters
Sunday Best Crew, a local foodservice distributor, has been preparing home-cooked meals for homeless Detroiters for the past 9 months, providing both sustenance and joy to those in need.
Nonprofit giving away free gas in Oak Park on Monday
A Detroit nonprofit is giving away $50,000 at an Oak Park gas station Monday.
Metro Detroit motorcyclists hitting road to raise for camp for kids with cancer
A camp in northern Michigan will give a place for children with cancer and their families to enjoy the great outdoors for free. Veteran organization Bikes and Battle Buddies is hitting the streets to raise money for that camp.
Macomb Foster Closet seeks donations as nonprofit for foster children moves into bigger building
For almost a decade the Macomb Foster Closet has been in this space at a former school. Now that building is closing, and they're relocating to a 5,000-square-foot building, where they will be able to stock even more clothing and supplies for children in foster care. However, help is needed to pay for that building.
Troy preschoolers help other kids by raising money for Make-A-Wish
Preschoolers at The Learning Experience in Troy are discovering how to help others at a young age by raising money for Make-A-Wish.
Points for Pounds: Kroger pledges to donate 1 pound of food to Gleaners for every point Pistons score at home
Through Points for Pounds, Kroger will donate a pound of food to Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeast Michigan for every point the Pistons score during home games.
Family surprised with furniture shopping spree after fire destroys Oakland County home
Ashley HomeStore surprised an Oakland County family with a furniture shopping spree after they lost everything in a house fire.
Volunteers needed to comfort dying veterans through No Member Dies Alone program
The Michigan Veteran Homes No Member Dies Alone program is seeking volunteers to provide companionship and comfort to those at the end of their lives.