Non-Profit News

Peace Neighborhood Expands Support with New Facility

Executive Director Bonnie Billups of Peace Neighborhood Center, located at 1111 North Maple Road in Ann Arbor, announced that the organization will open a...

Ann Arbor’s State Street District Launches New Nonprofit

The State Street District announced the launch of a new nonprofit, the Downtown Ann Arbor Partnership, this past September. The nonprofit organization aims to bring...

The Women’s Center of Southeastern Michigan Provides Context-Aware Support

In conversation with people around town, many are unaware of the nonprofit The Women’s Center of Southeastern Michigan, which offers individual therapy, support groups,...

SRSLY Provides Supportive Space for Youth

For 45 minutes every Tuesday, a group of kids are not told no. These kids support impactful work around decreasing substance abuse in children by engaging with SRSLY. Kate Yocum serves as the director of SRSLY, an organization in Southeast Michigan focusing on preventing youth substance use and promoting mental health initiatives.

The Maize and Blue Cupboard Sees Increased Demand

University of Michigan students have it good in a lot of ways – with the restaurant and clubbing culture of downtown, the Big House, the art galleries and the vibrant student life – but they are not immune to the world.

The Creature Conservancy Hosts Animal Events and Summer Camps

If your family hasn’t yet visited The Creature Conservancy in Ann Arbor, you are in for such a treat! The Creature Conservancy’s mission is “Conservation...

The Byrd Center Farmhouse is Becoming a Historic District

On January 11, the Pittsfield Township board voted on making the Byrd Center Farmhouse a historical district. Formerly known as Sunny Pastures, The Byrd Center is named after black activist, educator, and architect David Byrd.

Help Swoop’s Food Pantry Continue to Serve Students

How can you possibly try to earn a college degree on an empty stomach? Eastern Michigan University’s Swoop's Food Pantry is their commitment to...

Pilar’s Foundation Supports Doctors Without Borders at Upcoming Fundraiser

On Sunday, April 21, Pilar’s Foundation will be holding a fundraising event tp support Doctors Without Borders and their efforts for Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank.

Ann Arbor Jaycees: A Beacon of Growth

In 2024, Kelsey Luha will serve as president of the Ann Arbor Jaycees (AAJ), a nonprofit organization and community-based group for professional and leadership...

Fedup Ministries Begins a Full-Time WashUp Program

Fedup Ministries now runs a full-time WashUp program, a Mobile Shower Trailer that provides free showers to the Washtenaw homeless. This program runs from...

Food Gatherers Exceeds Goal During Rockin’ for the Hungry

Over one million meals were funded through the generous turnout at Rockin’ for the Hungry, Food Gatherers’ largest food and fund drive hosted by...