Cause: SUPPORT YOUTH This project has been organized by the Youth Leadership Group as a part of the 21st Century of Schools in Mt. Morris. The youth are teaming up with the Genesee ISD to create care packages of family games for those in quarantine. Games and activities are distributed through the school district. Project…
Cause: SUPPORT YOUTH This project in Sault Ste Marie to serve Chippewa, Luce and Mackinaw Counties is connecting youth with seniors isolated during COVID-19. The activity accompanies lessons about MLK to raise awareness of tolerance, understanding and service to the community. Writings will be delivered to seniors through the Meals on Wheels program during the…
Cause: SUPPORT YOUTH Volunteers in South Haven will be collecting items to support young parents in need. Support bags will be created to include information on resources specifically for stresses related to COVID-19. Kits will be distributed in the month of January. Volunteers will distribute support items to young parents. Support materials include diapers, wipes,…
Cause: COMPASION FOR HEALTHCARE HEROES AmeriCorps members in Kalamazoo are partnering with school districts to create thank you cards and signs for nursing home employees. They will have cards dropped off at the site, bring drinks to the employees and offer AmeriCorps created wellness program offerings to employees. Card drop-off available between January 15 to…
Cause: COMPASION FOR HEALTHCARE HEROES Providing cards and art from multiple daycare centers and providing subs and drinks with the gift of art and cards to multiple providers in Caro on January 18. Volunteers may contribute cards and art to this project. With multiple childcare organization, will be coordinating cards and art along with food…
Cause: DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION To many, art is what brings people together. It bridges gaps in ways that other mediums are limited. That is why the Disability Service Resource Center is creating a project to raise awareness and support inclusion for those with disabilities. From children with disabilities to parents creating pieces about their child’s…
Cause: HOUSING RELATED Come celebrate with our sixty nine AmeriCorps members as they host a virtual learning event aimed at improving indoor air quality and lung health for residents in Michigan. Improved air quality means improved lung health, quality of life, and a lower risk of exposure to COVID-19. So, join us to learn about…
Cause: HOUSING RELATED Are you a crafter that wants to make a difference? Join the Grand Rapids Heart of West Michigan in making no-sew fleece blankets for those experiencing homelessness. In the harsh Michigan winters, the warmth of blanket can change someone’s life. So, join us via Zoom to make yours January 18th! Over 30…
Cause: DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION Martin Luther King Junior lived an extraordinary life that impacted the way every one of us lives and left us with a legacy of hope and inspiration. In celebration of his life, elementary schools in Albion Michigan will be hosting a virtual event. Watch as students showcase their talents in music,…