Andrew advocates hard for people in his community and does the work of backing up his words. It’s a big weight, it must be tough and rewarding to know you have the responsibility to assist so many. Yet often Andrew will say, “It’s worth it even if it just helps one.” He doesn’t judge. He is slow to speak with wise thoughtful words often unspoken if he is not given the floor. He doesn’t force. He walks the walk.
Growing up, Mickey Bidwell watched over me and many other children for hours every single week while our parents were at work. During these times, she tirelessly worked to promote good virtues and values, being a comforting, supportive and an educational source for us all as we grew to understand the world. She was a…
Tommy and Katie Barnes work tirelessly being a voice for the underserved , especially children, of Mount Clemens. Tommy and Katie invest their time, love, and, even their personal funds to provide for their community in order to make safe spaces for kids to have fun and learn to make good choices. Tommy and Katie…
Renae Garcia is a volunteer, friend, and most importantly a mentor to many young students at East Lansing High School. Being apart of YoungLife, she regularly visits the High School, making sure these students have a mentor and have someone that is there for them when others may not be. She has served with this…
Salena Taylor started the non profit “Partial to Girls” two years ago to provide community assistance in Jackson to those who are in need. Partial to Girls has donated countless diapers, baby formula, and other basic care items to others in need during the COVID-19 pandemic. They also have provided life changing mentorship to young…
Winning Futures has been serving students in Metro Detroit for over 25 years. Their impact has reached thousands of high school students and, starting this year, college students as well. Winning Futures has made a special impact during Covid-19 with a successful virtual mentoring program in place of their normal in-person school based program. They…