United Way mobilizes 350 volunteers for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Jan. 15
MEDIA ADVISORY
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Patricia A. Ellis, 313-226-9484 or pager, 313-840-1948
Megan Bracket, 313-226-9409 or pager, 313-840-4321
DETROIT – United Way for Southeastern Michigan, in partnership with Henry Ford Community College, Madonna University, University of Michigan – Dearborn, and Wayne State University, has coordinated nearly 20 volunteer opportunities as part of the 13th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Each year, more than 350 students, faculty and staff use their day off to give back to local nonprofit agencies throughout Detroit and Wayne County. The volunteer activities were coordinated through United Way’s George W. Romney Volunteer Center, which matches individuals and groups with meaningful volunteer opportunities year-round throughout Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties.
Some of this year’s activities include presentations and interactive discussions with youth about diversity, preparing food for the homeless, sorting clothing for the needy, and participating in agency clean-up projects.
The following sites will provide many photo and interview opportunities.
WHAT: Dance therapy at The Lincoln Center in Wyandotte
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
WHEN: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (best time for media)
Media should report to The Lincoln Center main office
WHERE: 4460 18th St., Wyandotte (between Jefferson Ave. & Fort St., north of Pennsylvania Ave.)
WHO: Approximately 15 volunteers from Henry Ford Community College and University of Michigan-Dearborn will be participating in a dance therapy class with approximately 20 students aged 8-26 at The Lincoln Center, which is one of three special education center programs in Wyandotte.
WHAT: Make sandwiches and sort clothing for the homeless at St. Aloysius Community Center, in Detroit
WHEN: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (best time for media)
Media should report to security desk and will be escorted to volunteers
WHERE: 1209 Washington Blvd. (at State St., in downtown Detroit)
WHO: Approximately 12 volunteers from Henry Ford Community College and University of Michigan-Dearborn will be making sandwiches, sorting clothing, stocking shelves, and preparing grocery bags and hygiene kits. All items are prepared for distribution to the homeless living in the community center’s neighborhood.
WHAT: Prepare food and sort clothes at Cass Community Social Services, Detroit
WHERE: 11850 Woodrow Wilson (west of M-10, at Tuxedo St.)
WHEN: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (best time for media)
Media should check in at security desk and will be escorted to volunteers
WHO: Approximately 18 volunteers from Henry Ford Community College and University of Michigan-Dearborn will be preparing lunch, sorting non-perishable food and clothing donations for the homeless served by Cass Community Social Services.
WHAT: Reflection session and wrap-up at University of Michigan-Dearborn
WHERE: University Center
University of Michigan-Dearborn
4901 Evergreen (Between Michigan Avenue and Hubbard. Follow signs to University Center)
WHEN: 1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
WHO: More than 350 volunteers from Henry Ford Community College, Madonna University, University of Michigan – Dearborn, and Wayne State University. A wrap-up program will be held after the projects are completed and will feature remarks by Daniel Little, Ph.D., chancellor, UM-Dearborn; Dr. Gail Mee, president, Henry Ford Community College; and Michael J. Brennan, president & CEO, United Way for Southeastern Michigan. Volunteers will also take time to reflect on the day and share their experiences.
To learn more about United Way’s Volunteer Center, or to get connected to individual and group volunteer opportunities year-round, contact 313-226-9430 or log on to www.uwsem.org and click on “Get Involved.”
United Way for Southeastern Michigan mobilizes the caring power of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties to improve lives in measurable and lasting ways throughout the region. The organization is led by a diverse group of volunteers from business, labor, government, human services, education and the community. United Way provides opportunities to invest in the metropolitan Detroit community through its annual Torch Drive and is a leader in convening partners to impact local residents each year by increasing economic self-sufficiency, protecting children and youth at risk, strengthening families, empowering neighborhoods and communities, and promoting health and wellness. Additional information is available at www.uwsem.org.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Patricia A. Ellis, 313-226-9484 or pager, 313-840-1948
Megan Bracket, 313-226-9409 or pager, 313-840-4321
DETROIT – United Way for Southeastern Michigan, in partnership with Henry Ford Community College, Madonna University, University of Michigan – Dearborn, and Wayne State University, has coordinated nearly 20 volunteer opportunities as part of the 13th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Each year, more than 350 students, faculty and staff use their day off to give back to local nonprofit agencies throughout Detroit and Wayne County. The volunteer activities were coordinated through United Way’s George W. Romney Volunteer Center, which matches individuals and groups with meaningful volunteer opportunities year-round throughout Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties.
Some of this year’s activities include presentations and interactive discussions with youth about diversity, preparing food for the homeless, sorting clothing for the needy, and participating in agency clean-up projects.
The following sites will provide many photo and interview opportunities.
WHAT: Dance therapy at The Lincoln Center in Wyandotte
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
WHEN: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (best time for media)
Media should report to The Lincoln Center main office
WHERE: 4460 18th St., Wyandotte (between Jefferson Ave. & Fort St., north of Pennsylvania Ave.)
WHO: Approximately 15 volunteers from Henry Ford Community College and University of Michigan-Dearborn will be participating in a dance therapy class with approximately 20 students aged 8-26 at The Lincoln Center, which is one of three special education center programs in Wyandotte.
WHAT: Make sandwiches and sort clothing for the homeless at St. Aloysius Community Center, in Detroit
WHEN: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (best time for media)
Media should report to security desk and will be escorted to volunteers
WHERE: 1209 Washington Blvd. (at State St., in downtown Detroit)
WHO: Approximately 12 volunteers from Henry Ford Community College and University of Michigan-Dearborn will be making sandwiches, sorting clothing, stocking shelves, and preparing grocery bags and hygiene kits. All items are prepared for distribution to the homeless living in the community center’s neighborhood.
WHAT: Prepare food and sort clothes at Cass Community Social Services, Detroit
WHERE: 11850 Woodrow Wilson (west of M-10, at Tuxedo St.)
WHEN: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (best time for media)
Media should check in at security desk and will be escorted to volunteers
WHO: Approximately 18 volunteers from Henry Ford Community College and University of Michigan-Dearborn will be preparing lunch, sorting non-perishable food and clothing donations for the homeless served by Cass Community Social Services.
WHAT: Reflection session and wrap-up at University of Michigan-Dearborn
WHERE: University Center
University of Michigan-Dearborn
4901 Evergreen (Between Michigan Avenue and Hubbard. Follow signs to University Center)
WHEN: 1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
WHO: More than 350 volunteers from Henry Ford Community College, Madonna University, University of Michigan – Dearborn, and Wayne State University. A wrap-up program will be held after the projects are completed and will feature remarks by Daniel Little, Ph.D., chancellor, UM-Dearborn; Dr. Gail Mee, president, Henry Ford Community College; and Michael J. Brennan, president & CEO, United Way for Southeastern Michigan. Volunteers will also take time to reflect on the day and share their experiences.
To learn more about United Way’s Volunteer Center, or to get connected to individual and group volunteer opportunities year-round, contact 313-226-9430 or log on to www.uwsem.org and click on “Get Involved.”
United Way for Southeastern Michigan mobilizes the caring power of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties to improve lives in measurable and lasting ways throughout the region. The organization is led by a diverse group of volunteers from business, labor, government, human services, education and the community. United Way provides opportunities to invest in the metropolitan Detroit community through its annual Torch Drive and is a leader in convening partners to impact local residents each year by increasing economic self-sufficiency, protecting children and youth at risk, strengthening families, empowering neighborhoods and communities, and promoting health and wellness. Additional information is available at www.uwsem.org.
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