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ARISE Detroit!
Weekly News & Information Publication |
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Volunteers
Needed for the 4th Annual, ARISE Detroit! Neighborhoods Day, August 7
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We are in
need of volunteers for projects and events the week leading up to and including Neighborhoods
Day. To participate, register on our web site
www.arisedetroit.org or call us at 313-921-1955 for
more information.
Major sponsors The Skillman Foundation The
Kresge Foundation Local Initiative Support Corporation
(LISC) Radio One NewsTalk
1200 Ribs N Soul Comerica Bank Wayne
State University Waste Management of Michigan
AARP UAW St. John Providence Health
System The Arts League of Michigan Detroit Media Partnership
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Carol
Goss: Saluted by the Detroit News as a 2010 Michiganian |
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Carol Goss: Pushing Change in Detroit's Schools and Neighborhoods
Laura Berman / The Detroit News
As a social worker, Carol Goss learned firsthand the shortcomings of bureaucracy.
As the president of the Skillman Foundation since 2004, Goss has cut through red
tape and tradition to boldly redefine the foundation's role in changing lives.
Describing her leadership, David Baker Lewis, Skillman's chairman of the board,
calls her "a force of nature." Board trustee Edsel Ford II compares her clear-eyed
vision and strong leadership to that of Alan Mulally, the Ford Motor Co. CEO who
rescued the auto company from the brink of failure. "They're steering very different
ships, but there are common leadership traits. It's a feeling that, 'If you trust
my leadership, I'll take you there.'
One of five children, Goss grew up in Detroit. It was the early 1960s, and her mother,
Blanche Goings, was a neighborhood leader at a time of social ferment and hope.
Her mother told stories of walking miles to school in the South. "We believed that education
would be the key to us really being successful," she recalls. By high school, the former Carol Goings was a leader, active
in sports, and heading the Detroit Metropolitan YWCA's Teen Council.
With her cropped blond hair and red high
heels, Goss is a charismatic commander in chief who inspires her staff with her
energy and commitment.
At Skillman, she's devised a $100 million,
10-year plan to improve the lives of children in six Detroit neighborhoods. She's
proud of the work that's already been done in those six neighborhoods, where residents
and community groups are taking charge of carrying forward an agenda for children.
Over the last year, she led a coalition
to create Excellent Schools Detroit, a $200 million plan to create new Detroit schools
that meet high standards of excellence.
Skillman's $21 million annual budget
is substantial, but she's working collaboratively with
other funders to pool resources and leverage change. She's used her position, influence
and passion to insist that the community face "the brutal facts."
"Our education system is failing and we
have to do something about it," she says quietly, "and to not let anyone stop us."
Laura Berman / The Detroit News
From The Detroit News: http://www.detnews.com/article/20100513/SPECIAL02/5130312/Carol-Goss--Pushing-change-in-Detroit-s-schools-and-neighborhoods#ixzz0qBoX3xiL
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On Education:
The Nation's Best High Schools for 2010 |
America's Best High Schools 2010
Each year,
Newsweek picks the best high schools in the country based on how hard school staffs
work to challenge students with advanced placement college-level courses and tests.
Just over 1600 schools-only six percent of all the public schools in the U.S.-made
the list.
This
year rankings have some fantastic new interactive features. We've teamed up with
a data company called Factual to create individual profile pages for each school
where students and faculty can comment and contribute. (For more information about
how the rankings were calculated,
see our FAQ.)
Click here: http://www.newsweek.com/feature/2010/americas-best-high-schools/list.html
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Fifteen
Promising Leaders in Philanthropy Tapped for Career Pathways Program, 2010 |
Fifteen Promising
Leaders in Philanthropy Selected for Career Pathways Program
ARLINGTON, Virginia - 07/07/2010
Arlington, VA - Fifteen promising
philanthropic leaders have been selected for the inaugural cohort of the Council
on Foundations' 2010-2011 Career Pathways (Pathways) program. The effort is designed
to recruit and foster diverse talent and excellence in the sector's most senior
levels.
The intensive one-year program kicks off July 12-14, 2010 at the Council's conference
center in Arlington, Virginia.
""The impact and effectiveness of philanthropy are strengthened by diversity and
inclusive practices that support leadership preparation," said Steve Gunderson,
president and CEO of the Council on Foundations. "We expect that Pathways will become
one of the most effective efforts to prepare, recruit, and retain talented leaders
who will help drive the sector's efforts to improve lives and communities."
The 2010-2011 Pathways inaugural cohort includes:
Tonya Allen, vice
president, program, The Skillman Foundation, Detroit, MI
Dale
Robinson Anglin, program officer, Victoria Foundation, Glen Ridge, NJ
Fatima
Angeles, director of evaluation and organizational learning, The California Wellness
Foundation, Woodland Hills, CA
E.
Thomas Brewer, director of programs, Archstone Foundation, Long Beach, CA
Craig
Drinkard, program officer, Victoria Foundation, Glen Ridge, NJ
Jeffrey
P. Malloy, director of finance & administration, The James Irvine Foundation, San
Francisco, CA
Jason
McGill, vice president, member services, Philanthropy New York, New York, NY
Caroline
Merenda, senior program officer, Rochester Area Community Foundation, Rochester,
NY
La
June Montgomery Tabron, senior vice president, chief financial officer, and treasurer,
the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Battle Creek, MI
Debra
Joy Perez, senior program officer, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Princeton,
NJ
Praveen
Prasad, development specialist, TrustAfrica, New York, NY
Valerie
Raines, vice president, corporate philanthropy and senior program officer, Key Bank
Foundation, Cleveland, OH
Latonya
Slack, senior program officer, The James Irvine Foundation, San Francisco, CA
Julie
Walther, senior program officer, The Brinson Foundation, Chicago, IL
Heidi
Williamson, vice president, communications and executive director of the Community
Indicators Project, Berks County Community Foundation, Reading, PA
The program brings together
individuals from diverse backgrounds and is designed to help them gain the knowledge
necessary to expand their capacity to serve and to successfully advance in the field
of philanthropy. The program includes self-directed career planning, in-person learning
sessions, site visits, research, one-on-one executive coaching, mentoring, leadership
projects, and exposure to professional networks and decision makers. Each participant
will analyze and identify their individual leadership styles and explore a range
of issues facing foundation executives, including strategic planning, administration,
financial management, board relations, organizational culture, and public speaking.
The program also includes three, two-day group learning sessions that will be facilitated
by expert faculty representing senior executives and trustees in philanthropy, as
well as experts from other sectors.
"Pathways represents a unique approach in nurturing diverse talent in philanthropy,"
said Renée B. Branch, director of the Council on Foundations' Diversity and Inclusive
Practices program, which aims to foster effective, sustained, and diverse leadership
in America's philanthropic sector. "This program will help ensure participants have
the support and resources they need to serve in senior, executive, and trustee positions."
A volunteer panel of grantmaking executives, trustees, and human resources professionals
considered dozens of applicants representing a range of experiences and foundation
types and sizes.
The panel then
interviewed candidates and made recommendations to the Council.
Pathways is part of the Council's Diversity and Inclusive Practices program and
is made possible through the generous support of the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation,
the California Wellness Foundation, the Weingart Foundation, and the W.K. Kellogg
Foundation. The program is the result of research commissioned by the Council to
identify leadership development opportunities in the sector. The effort included
a survey of executives in the field about leadership characteristics and professional
success and an analysis of hiring practices, demographic characteristics, and advancement
opportunities. More information about Pathways and the Council's diversity and inclusive
practices efforts is available at: www.cof.org.
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The Council on Foundations, formed in 1949, is a nonprofit
membership association of grantmaking foundations and corporations. Members of the
Council include approximately 2,000 independent, operating, community, public, company-sponsored
foundations, and corporate giving programs in the United States and abroad. The
assets of Council members total more than $307 billion. The Council's mission is
to provide the opportunity, leadership, and tools needed by philanthropic organizations
to expand, enhance, and sustain their ability to advance the common good.
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More Calls
for Volunteers |
Adult women, willing to commit 3 - 4 hours per month for one year.
The mentor angels will be matched one on one with our participants that are working
to complete high school. Intense Mentoring' mission is to assist young women
in Detroit and Highland Park, ages 16 years and older, who have not obtained their
high school diploma or GED certification to obtain the tools, resources and structure
necessary to complete their secondary education. Contact:
Intense Mentoring ph# 313 556 2028 or e-mail
dbrown@IntenseMentoring.org
- 2795 East Grand Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48211.
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Community Forums in Osborn. The Matrix Human Services Center
is a unified complex of human service and community programs designed to connect
the social, plysical and educational needs of Northeast Detroit residents. The goal
is to recruit several hundred adult and youth volunteers for existing and new community
projects in Osborn, including the Skillman Foundation Good Neighborhood Initiative
and the Osborn Neighborhood Alliance (ONA) . Join the movement by forwarding
the attached flyer and/or attending one of the forums to lend your voice. Lets work
together to make Osborn a model community for Detroit and the nation. To volunteer
in the Osborn and all the Skillman Neighborhoods, you may register on the ARISE
Detroit! web site. To register free, go to http://www.arisedetroit.org/volunteers.aspxx. Scott Gifford, MSW, Director of Community Development
Matrix Human Services -13560
East McNichols - Detroit, MI 48205
- 313.526.4001 x12 - Center Line 313.344.6121 - Direct Line
sgifford@matrixhs.org
www.matrixhumanservices.org
ARISE Detroit! 4th Annual Neighborhoods Day is recruiting and placing volunteers
at participating locations for Saturday, August 7. We need individuals, family members,
professionals (medical, clowns) face-painting, organizations, church and corporate
groups who want to give a day of volunteer support to Detroit and our
surrounding communities. You may register online now at
http://www.arisedetroit.org/volunteers.aspx or
call ARISE Detroit! at 313-921-1955.
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Excerpts from America's
Promise Newsletter |
Diplomas Count 2010: Graduation by the Numbers - Putting Data
to Work for Student Success
With 1.3 million high school students failing to earn a diploma, data-driven strategies
have become an essential tool for combating the nation's dropout crisis. The fifth
edition of the Diplomas Count report explores how the innovative use of data is
driving change in school systems across the country. By profiling efforts under
way in four leading school districts, Education Week's journalists delve into early-warning
systems that reduce dropout rates by identifying students at risk of failure; consider
ways that insights from deep data analysis can result in tailored interventions;
and examine how an infusion of federal stimulus dollars can strengthen national
and local cultures of innovation built on data.
more
Independent Sector to honor Gen. and Mrs. Powell with
the 2010 John W. Gardner Leadership Award
Independent Sector announced this week that it will honor General Colin Powell,
America's Promise Alliance Founding Chairman, and Alma Powell, current Chair, with
the 2010 John W. Gardner Leadership Award in recognition of their tireless commitment
to young people, service and advancing the common good. The award will be presented
at the 2010 Independent Sector Annual Conference in Atlanta, October 20-22. The
award is named after John Gardner, the founding chair of Independent Sector.
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First Lady
and federal agencies launch summer initiative to curb childhood obesity and reading
loss
First
Lady Michelle Obama and four Cabinet Secretaries, joined Patrick Corvington, CEO
of the Corporation for National and Community Service to launch United We Serve:
Let's Read. Let's Move. this week. The new initiative will urge more Americans
to volunteer to combat childhood obesity and summer learning loss among youth. The
program is an Administration-wide effort led by the Corporation to expand opportunities
to engage young people in summer reading and physical activities as well as provide
access to healthy, affordable food.
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Special
Mail from Jerry, Nash, VIP Mentoring, Michigan |
Recently, we had the honor and privilege, as many of our local
mentoring program colleagues also had, to have one of our mentees attend the luncheon
with First Lady Michelle Obama. This was a life-changing experience for many
of these youth and I am sure that many had great stories to tell about their luncheon
experience.
We asked Edward Hodge III, one of our mentees who attended the luncheon, if he would
be willing to share his story. Edward is a real example of the types of youth that
VIP serves through mentoring; youth whose difficult circumstances may compromise
their opportunities to succeed like other youth.
Attached his Edward's unedited story that he wrote, which I hope
you will find inspiring, encouraging and stirring to the point that you will consider
mentoring a youth such as Edward, whether that is with VIP Mentoring or another
mentoring program of your choice. If you are interested, please call us at 313-964-1110,
visit our website at www.vipmentoring.org,
or check out the various other mentoring opportunities available
statewide at www.mentormichigan.org, and in so doing, "Mentoring the least likely to be heard . . . where
the greatest stories are yet to be told"
Essay on Michelle
Obama Luncheon
by Edward Hodge III
I have truly
been blessed over the years. I recently was given the opportunity to go and have
lunch with the First Lady of the United States of America, Michelle Obama. I was
so honored yet very nervous. To be given such a privilege as to meet the First Lady
of the United States of America does not present itself daily. This is every young
person's dream. Not even celebrities are given such a once in a lifetime opportunity.
I did not know what to expect or what to carry away from this experience, but later
would find out.
This historical
event was held at the very fine Detroit Institute of Arts. In attendance to the
luncheon was Hollywood director Spike Lee, basketball legend Magic Johnson, Mayor
of the city of Detroit Dave Bing, American Idol star Kimberly Locke, Congressman
John Conyers, former University of Michigan Head Coach Lloyd Carr, owner of Ambassador
Magazine Denise Ilitch, and many more. The luncheon also consisted of close to one
hundred students from all over the Detroit metropolitan area. The focus of this
event was aimed toward the students in efforts of promoting mentoring. The Detroit
trip is a part of Michelle Obama's mentoring outreach.
Mentoring
is pivotal. I grew up without a father, he was murdered the day before I was born,
and so I did not have a fatherly figure to begin with. I had a grandmother in his
absence though. However, there comes a point in time in a young man's life where
he needs a positive male figure to step in. The same applies for a young woman.
While at the luncheon, I was surrounded by plenty of positive successful role models
that want to mentor young men and women, just like me, in order to make a difference.
The First Lady asked for each and every student to step up the plate and accept
the task of becoming a positive role model for others to follow. Mentoring has no
age. I am still be mentored and I plan on doing the exact same for others in return.
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Running 26.2 Miles for Educational Advancement . . . The Journey Begins!
July 14, 2010
Our Mission at VIP Mentoring is: To create sustainable, meaningful mentoring
relationships for children in the tri-county area, especially the City of Detroit,
whose difficult circumstances seriously compromise their opportunities to succeed.
Difficult circumstances like Edward found himself in, who lost both of his parents
to murder at a very young age, or difficult circumstances like Chenae found herself
in, who lost both of her parents to incarceration at a very young age. Youth
such as Edward and Chenae, who found themselves in such dire circumstances due to
no fault of their own, are characteristic of the population of children and youth
that the VIP Mission targets for mentoring, where we truly believe that the greatest
stories are yet to be told. Our Vision for youth such as these is to offer them
the support and encouragement necessary that will provide them with the opportunity
to overcome whatever difficult circumstances they may have found themselves in,
and in the process, reach whatever dreams they have for their lives and for their
future.
One thing we have come to fully realize is that to realistically have a chance at
reaching their dreams, youth like Edward and Chenae will need to include graduating
from high school and then going on to college as essential milestones of their journey
in life. In order to support the attainment of these milestones, and beyond the
mentoring support that we provide them, we are convinced that we also need to be
able to offer them what we will call "college starter scholarships" to help with
things like books and other essentials that normally would be financially out of
the question for many of these youth. We also hope to use these "college starter
scholarships" as a tool to motivate children that we mentor to think of college
as one of the very necessary and essential steppingstones to fulfilling whatever
Vision and Dream they may have for their lives and their future.
With this need in mind, I, and several others that I have been able to influence
to do this, are personally undertaking a very ambitious (and a little crazy in some
people's opinion, which includes my wife) project, which is aimed at establishing
a College "Starter" Scholarship Fund for youth served by the VIP Mentoring program,
whose circumstances may compromise their financial opportunities to attend college.
The project: Run the 26.2 Mile Detroit Free Press/Flagstar Marathon on Sunday October
17, 2010, which we are entitling: Running 26.2 Miles for Educational Advancement
(See attached brochure).
I want to make it very clear from the outset of this project, that the four (4)
very demanding, and at times, extremely grueling months of preparation and training
conducted in advance of running the Marathon (made even more challenging by the
extremely warm and humid weather that we have been having this summer), and then
the running of the Marathon itself, are not about me, nor is it about the others
that I have managed to convince to run the full 26.2 miles as a part our Marathon
Team. What this effort is all about are youth like Edward and Chenae and fully supporting,
through a College Starter Scholarship Fund, their efforts to fulfill the Vision
and Dream that they may have for their lives and their future.
It is my hope and prayer that you will consider partnering with us in this effort
through a personal pledge (See Attached Brochure, which contains a Pledge Card .
. . Simply complete the Pledge Card and mail it to: VIP Mentoring 26.2 Marathon
Fundraiser, Grand Park Centre, 28 West Adams, Suite 1310, Detroit, MI 48226). If
you have any questions, please email me at jdash@vipmentoring.org or call me at
313-964-1110, ext, 204.
Our intent is to keep you updated on our pledge totals and marathon training progress
(the good AND the bad) weekly on Facebook (VIP Mentoring). Then on Marathon Day,
you will be able to monitor actual run progress of the VIP Mentoring Marathon Team
on Twitter (VIPMENTORING). VIP Mentoring "twitter" spotters (volunteers) will be
along the Marathon course and will provide "real-time" twitter reports on how I,
and the rest of the VIP Mentoring Team, are doing (the good AND the bad), as we
progress in the 26.2 miles of the run.
I hope you will join us in this effort, and in so doing, supporting the Vision and
Dreams of the youth that we serve such as Edward and Chenae!
- Jerry Dash, President/CEO
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ACTS 7th Annual "Skills for Life" Summer Camp, Open Now!
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POWER
Your Child With Math, July 20-22 and 27-29 |
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Math Games Camps Scholarships Available
25% of Metro Detroit's 5th-8th Graders are not meeting basic grade level math
expectations. We're trying to do something about it.
Please help us by registering a child today!! Math Games Camp #1: July 20-22, 2010
Math Games Camp #2: July 27-29, 2010 5:00 - 8:00 p.m., New Rogell Golf Course Club
House, Detroit, MI, for youth in grades 3-8
You must pre-register & pay the registration fee by 5:00 p.m. Friday, July 16, 2010
to qualify.
Materials & light snacks will be provided.
Click for more info, to donate, volunteer, and to REGISTER! You will receive
an email confirmation with the scholarship amount. 10 Scholarships of $30,
15 scholarships of $20 are available.
Join Our Mailing List!
P.O. BOX 21501 - DETROIT, Michigan 48221
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Excerpts from Feet
on the Street Tours Newsletter |
Mornings at the Market:In
cooperation with Eastern Market Corporation
Eat your way through the market during this two hour walking and tasting stroll
through the historic Eastern Market. We'll visit specialty stores, growers,
and walk through sheds while igniting your taste-buds with samples of the market's
vibrant flavors on our tour called "COME HUNGRY, LEAVE
HAPPY"
Saturday, July 17-Tour leaves at 10:30am
from Eastern Market Information booth in the center of Shed 3
Saturdays-August
7 and 21, September 3 and 18
Tour leaves at 9:30am from the Eastern
Market Information booth in the center of Shed 3
Click for more details
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To make your reservations for upcoming tours or to get more information, call us
at (248) 353-TOUR or email us at info@feetonthestreettours.com.
Linda Yellin, Feet On The Street Tours
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Connecting
the Dots of Michigan is Connecting for Better Health, July 18 & September 26 |
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CONNECTING THE DOTS OF
MICHIGAN PRESENTS
"MAKE YOUR HEALTH A PRIORITY AND NOT AN OPTION"
SENIOR
TEA PARTY
WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT PRESIDENT OBAMA'S HEALTH REFORM AND YOUR MEDICARE
& MEDICAID
IF, YOU ARE TURNING
65? ALREADY
65 OR OLDER? HAVE NOT APPLIED
FOR MEDICARE OR MEDICAID?
PLEASE
JOIN US.
WHERE: EXODUS MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
DATE: SUNDAY, JULY 18, 2010 -
TIME: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. -
REV. J. J. PERRY, D.TH.
- D.D. PASTOR
LOCATION: 8173 KENNEY STREET - DETROIT,
MICHIGAN 48234
Lunch will be served, so please RSVP by Monday, July 12th.
RSVP by phone (313-921-3690) or email:
CONNECTINGTHEDOTSOFMICHIGAN@YAHOO.COM
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2nd Annual Breast
Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP)
Benefit Fundraiser Luncheon, hosted by the Connecting
The Dots Of Michigan
Sunday, September 26, 2010.
Last year we had a great time at Seldom Blues in Detroit raised money and awareness
for a good cause. This year it will be hosted at Heavenly Chicken & Waffles,
on 9 Mile Road in Southfield.
As you know, many women who are unemployed, uninsured or under-insured and otherwise
lack access to appropriate screening services. This program provides free
breast and cervical cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment for women aged 40
to 64. Please distribute this email and flyer to people on
your contacts list.
Help raiser awareness for the Breast Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) by
sending this flyer to your friends, family, co-worker, etc. and attending
the luncheon.
SAVE THE DATE
Johnathan Tillman
Connecting The Dots Of Michigan
Founder and CEO
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The Matrix
Theatre Company Touring July 20, 24 and Labor Day Weekend |
Contact: David P. Anderson
- danderson@matrixtheatre.org
Robert Wotypka - rwotypka@matrixtheatre.org
Office phone: 313-967-0999
'Justin Dart' takes to the road: Matrix Theatre Company tours its newest
giant hero puppet across the state and country to celebrate the 20th anniversary
of the Americans with Disabilities Act
DETROIT July 14, 2010 - On June 22 the Matrix Theatre Company introduced
its newest giant hero puppet to the public when it took to the streets of Detroit
for the U.S. Social Forum's opening day festivities. "It was exciting to see the
puppet weave its way down the street surrounded by thousands of Social Forum participants,"
said Matrix co-founder and Executive Director Shaun Nethercott. "Now we want to
take him on the road. The U.S. Social Forum was only the first of what we hope will
be many stops throughout the country, as we look for volunteers and funds to take
this giant replica of the father of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on
the road to celebrate the ADA's 20th anniversary." "We've created a new performance
troupe called the 'Justin D'artists' who will travel with the puppet," said Nethercott.
The troupe presents the story of Justin Dart and the ADA movement through the use
of monologues, ensemble pieces, music and poetry. Individuals share stories highlighting
the beauty of embracing human diversity. Through a grant from the Michigan Disability
Rights Coalition and United Cerebral Palsy of Michigan, the "Justin D'artists" receive
stipends for their performances.
Nethercott shared that they'd like to add more stops to the current tour schedule
which includes locations in Michigan, Chicago and Washington D.C. The Justin Dart
puppet will travel to the ADA celebration in Washington D.C. on July 20,
and if funding can be secured the "D'artists" will accompany the puppet. He will
also appear in Chicago on July 24 at the Seventh Annual Disability
Pride Parade, as well as the post-parade program that afternoon. Tentative bookings
also include the "Arts, Beats and Eats" festival in Royal Oak, MI on Labor Day
weekend. For further information on the Justin Dart Puppet appearances,
or to learn more about becoming a "Justin D'artist" call 313-967-0999.
Matrix Theatre Company is a non-profit community-based theatre located in Southwest
Detroit. Established in 1991, Matrix creates everything from scratch, from puppets
of all sizes to over 90 original plays. Matrix Theatre Company uses the transformative
power of theatre to change lives, build community and foster social justice. It
creates opportunities for children, youth, adults and elders, especially those in
isolated or challenged communities, to become creators, producers and audiences
of original theatre. Follow Matrix on Facebook, Twitter and Blogger, go to www.matrixtheatre.org.
Photo Credits:dart-01.jpg. Cutline: Disability rights activities
march with the Justin Dart puppet at the U.S. Social Forum in Detroit on June 22.
Dart's signature phrase is displayed on a sign, "Lead on. I love you". Photo by
David P. Anderson
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Starfish Family Services Poverty Simulation, July 21 |
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Wednesday, July 21, 2010, 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm,
Starfish Family Services, 30000 Hiveley, Inkster
48141
What's it like to live on welfare? Find out in a POVERTY SIMULATION,
a 2 1/2 hour "hands-on," active learning experience about what it means
to live on welfare.
What is a Poverty Simulation?
Overview: A Poverty Simulation is a 2 1/2 hour experiential
learning workshop in which participants are sensitized to the realities of living
in poverty. It is a copyrighted learning tool created and presented by ROWEL (Reform
Organization of Welfare) in the late 1970's.
Program: In a Poverty Simulation, 35-75 participants are given
scripted role assignments and structured situations to resemble those that welfare
recipients face daily. Participants experience specific realistic challenges based
on their assigned roles as low-income people of various backgrounds and family
structures. At the start of the simulation, each "family" is given information about
itself: some are newly unemployed or have been deserted by the family "breadwinner;"
others have been receiving welfare benefits either with or without additional earned
income; others receive disability income, some are elderly, and some include small
children. Volunteer "staff" create a "community" with stores and agencies in which
participants interact for four 15-minute weeks. "Staff" volunteers serve as
welfare office workers, grocers, pawnbrokers, food pantry personnel, bill collectors,
police, employment interviewers, and others.
Reflection: After the "month on welfare" (one hour), the facilitator
leads a reflective discussion. Participants are invited to share their reactions
and volunteer "staff" share their insights. To conclude, the discussion focuses
on "what can we do?" - actions for assisting and advocating on behalf of those
living in a real "state of poverty." Please RSVP To Rose Coletti, Family
Success Program 734-727-3128 or rcoletti@sfish.org
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New Exhibit
at The Henry Ford, Open Now until September 19 |
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PLAY Exhibit: Until September
19, 2010
Limited Engagement Exhibit: Come PLAY! Larger-than-life. All body interactive. United
States debut!
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PLAY, an innovative family-oriented exhibit opening in Henry Ford Museum's Exhibit
Gallery, offers visitors an engaging new way to play. You'll think you've arrived
in a giant's playground! PLAY employs larger-than-life, all-body interactive versions
of favorite games like bowling, billiards, dice, backgammon, foosball and dominoes.
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Discount tickets to Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village available
at your southeast Michigan Meijer locations
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Debt Elimination
Workshop, July 24 |
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Ser Detroit
YouthBuild Construction Program is Rebuilding Detroit. Apply Today!! |
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Children's
Hospital of Michigan Fundraiser, Dealine July 26 |
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Kresge
Foundation Recognizes The Carr Center |
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TWO CARR CENTER RESIDENT ARTISTS HONORED BY THE KRESGE FOUNDATION
Detroit, MI -- For the second time this year, Kresge
Foundation awards have been presented to Resident Artists at the Virgil H. Carr
Cultural Arts Center who have made great contributions to the arts. They are
Spencer Barefield and Rick Robinson. Earlier this year, jazz great Marcus
Belgrave, also a Resident Artist at the Carr Center, was named a Kresge Eminent
Artist. Barefield and Robinson were awarded the 2010 Kresge Arts in Detroit
Fellowship. Along with a professional development retreat and year-long support
programming from ArtServe Michigan, the award also carries a $25,000 cash prize.
Barefield and Robinson are two of the 16 local writers, dancers and composers who
received a Fellowship. Both musicians are Resident Artists at the Carr Center
and make their expertise readily available to students.
Barefield is an internationally
known bandleader and member, and solo jazz guitarist whose playing style has
been described as a
combination of Segovia and Jimi Hendrix. His forte is the solo performance.
In the 70's, he Founded the Creative Arts Collective
which is dedicated to the preservation of the jazz art form. The organization
produces concerts nationally and locally such as the series
of in-home, live concerts in Palmer Woods and received the Governor's Arts
Award.
Robinson, a former member of the Boston Pops and a 20-year veteran with the DSO
is an undisputed master of the double bass. He founded CutTime
Productions in 1994 and earned a solid reputation for high-quality digital arrangements
of classical and other music. He has customized pieces for solo
performers, ensembles, composers, the DSO and for his 6- piece performance group,
CutTime Simfonica. As composer, he debuted with Essay After Sibelius
and has written numerous works that fuse Latin gospel, dance and folk music.
As Resident Artists, Barefield and Robinson make themselves available to support
the arts education programs at the Carr Center. Congratulations to two Detroit
talents who generously give their time and talents to the community.
For more information about Carr Center programs, call 313-965-8430.
Please visit our website at www.artsleague.com
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Did you Know? |
Fifth Third Bank's Neighborhood
Impact Program
Fifth Third Bank's Neighborhood Impact Program provides grants to eligible families
at a 4:1 match, up to $10,000. For every $1.00 the homeowner has toward minor home
repairs, Fifth Third Bank will grant $4.00. For example: if a homeowner needs a
new roof costing $5,000.00, the homeowner will pay $1,000 and Fifth Third NIP will
pay $4,000.
The grant is available to low-to-moderate
income homeowners who need structural alterations, elimination of health and safety
hazards, such as lead-based paint remediation, energy conservation improvements,
improvements for easier accessibility for the handicapped, and other 'quality of
life' repairs.
Fifth Third Bank is currently
accepting applications for its Neighborhood Impact Program (NIP). The NIP provides
grants to eligible applicants on a first-come, first-served basis with Fifth Third
Bank customers having first priority, until funds are depleted. Since 2006 Fifth
Third Bank has awarded more than $600,000 in grant money for NIP residents across
southeastern Michigan.
The program's new cycle of funding began in May and will run until the funds are
depleted. If you need home repairs and are interested in getting more information
about the Fifth Third Bank NIP, you can pick up a NIP application at any of the
banking centers or contact Ms. Brenda Massey at (800) 246-5372.
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The following article has been posted to Philanthropy News
Digest:
PepsiCo Foundation Awards $6 Million to Diplomas Now Collaborative
The grant will be used to expand the Diplomas Now program in Philadelphia, Chicago,
Los Angeles, New Orleans, and San Antonio and establish new programs in other cities,
including Detroit.... More
The following article has been posted to Philanthropy News Digest:
Habitat for Humanity Joins Ranks of Nation's Top Home Builders
Founded thirty-four years ago to build, repair, and rehabilitate homes for low-income
families, Habitat was recently ranked eighth on a closely watched industry list
of the nation's top ten builders, based on the number of homes sold and closed....
More
The following article has been posted to Philanthropy News Digest:
Red Cross Announces New, Expanded Haiti Relief Programs
The efforts include $7.9 million directed to health programs, including
a $3.8 million agreement with Partners in Health to pay the salaries of more than
1,800 Haitian doctors, nurses, and other staff at the largest general hospital in
Port-au-Prince.... More
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Excerpts from Michigan
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IRS says charities receive more funds through matching subsidies
than rebates
Charities receive more money under a system of matching subsidies than under the
current system of rebate subsidies, Internal Revenue Service (IRS) economist Alex
Turk said at the 2010 IRS Research Conference. Turk's research explored the tax
policy and tax administration implications ...more
Director of Development and Donor Relations
- Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit Mosaic Youth
Theatre of Detroit, an award-winning youth development organization, seeks full-time
Director of Development and Donor Relations to provide the leadership, strategic
direction, management, coordination and implementation of all Mosaic's development
efforts...more
More Nonprofit Jobs and Classified Ads - Click Here
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Detroit
Black Expo, Coming July 28-August 1, University of Detroit Mercy |
Ken L. Harris found International Detroit Black Expo IV on LinkedIn
Events and thought you might be interested in going!
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SAFE Annual Appreciation
Event, July 30 |
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Facing
the Crowd, Artist Spotlight at Russell Bazaar, Auditions August 1 & September 5 |
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Neighborhoods Day Site, August 7
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The Arts
League of Michigan Launches Events in Beatrice Buck Park |
Media Contact: Mattie Majors, 313-965- 8430, 313-434-1316
THE ARTS LEAGUE OF MICHIGAN LAUNCHES 'PARADISE IN THE CITY' EVENTS
IN BEATRICE BUCK PARK
Detroit, MI -- The City Council of Detroit
has awarded the Arts League of Michigan(ALM) and the Jazz Network Foundation, permission
to produce activities in the Beatrice Buck Park (formerly Harmonie Park)-the centerpiece
of the Paradise Valley Cultural and Entertainment District. The park is located
directly across from the League's home, the Virgil H. Carr Cultural Arts Center
at 311 East Grand River.
Under the theme of 'Paradise In The City,' the summer
activities will feature live events every Wednesday and Friday, from July 14 through
August 27, plus a wide variety of continuous recorded music that can be heard on
the park speakers on the other weekdays. That feature provides a most unique
atmosphere for park visitors and passersby.
On Wednesdays it's the "LUNCHTIME IN PARADISE" presentations
by Springfed Arts, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Focusing on the art of writing,
the presentations will present a series of local poets, songwriters and other artists
of the written/spoken word, who will perform.
The Friday sessions, 'AFTER 5 IN PARADISE,' will
begin at 5:01 p.m. and treat the public to live entertainment...lots of music including
soul, gospel, jazz, latin, Caribbean, Techno and more...and spotlighting some of
the best and most well-known local established performers and outstanding emerging
talents. The debut performance features songstress, Thornetta Davis and Company.
All of the events are free and open to the public.
Collectively, the live events and recorded music have been designed to attract the
public to the recently refurbished park, the eclectic variety of Paradise Valley
district businesses, and the art and culture housed in the Carr Center. The environment
also lends itself to enticing Detroit area residents and tourists alike, to explore
opportunities for lodging, dining, socializing and more in support of the continued
efforts to revitalize the historic area.
For more information about Carr Center programs, call 313-965-8430.
Please visit our website at www.artsleague.com |
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After
School Fun Fair, August 21. Reserve Your Vendor/Exhibitor Table Now!! |
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Time Out
for Married Couples |
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What's the best gift you can give to your spouse?
Bring more
joy, intimacy and loving communication into your marriage. Give each other the gift
of time at a National Marriage Encounter weekend. Join together for a very private,
prayerful weekend experience and you'll reap the benefits for a lifetime! The next
weekends are August 6-8 (Capuchin in Washington, MI) and September 24-26 (Manresa
in Bloomfield). Register on-line or read further details at:http://National-Marriage-Encounter.org or
contact Rich and Fran at 586-838-4447. We thank you for supporting marriage and
family enrichment!
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On Broadway
in Detroit and Headed for Broadway in New York |
THE BIG LITTLE MUSICAL...THAT
COULD!
DETROIT, After
a successful "Showcase" weekend April 30th -May 2nd, which was held at 1515 Broadway.
Quintessence...The Musical! Is ready to make its 'official' debut. It will
"Open" August 22, 2010 at the International Institute, located at 111 E. Kirby.
Show times are 3 PM and 8 PM.
"For a time such as this- comes Quintessence...The Musical!"
The importance of a Project of this nature is overwhelming! In today's
society, children and teenagers are at risk! And for the most part, adults
are no longer themselves either. The constant exposure to drugs, sex, violent/immoral
mass media, negative music, and
crime is robbing our youth of their childhood, while stripping society of its basic
intrinsic values. Seeing Quintessence will help.
Quintessence...The Story © By Clifford D. Robinson
"Quintessence...The Musical," is about a day in the life of three best of friends teenage
girls. A very special day-a day which will change their lives, and will warm
your heart, forever. The girls have a dream where they actually reach "Quintessence
(Kwin-tes-sns). 2) "the fifth element, "above" Earth, Wind, Fire, and Water.
The ethereal. This is where our play takes place. It is here, where
the girls meet nine unforgettable Characters. All of them unique, and in their
own way prolific. In that they represent the very essence of life, itself!
The girls meet Flame (The Soul), and six manifestations of the Soul. They
also meet "The Body", and "The spirit". Each of these Characters are meaningful,
provocative. And each of them are Quintessence. "anything in its purest and
most concentrated form".
The Musical
Quintessence is a Musical complete with lots of singing and dancing. The Score
is comprised of a mixed genre of Pop, Jazz, Gospel, Funk, Classical, and positive
Rap. The music is strong. Moving. Each song stands on its' own...And
the Dancing! Wow! This Play is awesome! It's funny. It's
serious. It's good clean family oriented entertainment, with a positive message
directed at today's youth.
The Cast
Quintessence is Written/Directed by Cliff Robinson. A virtual newcomer you
never heard of. And he is 'blessed' with a Cast of very talented (no name)
Kid's, Teens, and Adults. But don't let that disway you. "Cause they're gonna
blow your socks off!"
The International Institute
Quintessence will be performed at The International Institute, 111 E. Kirby.
It is one of Detroit's best kept Theatrical venue secrets. It's located directly
across the street from DIA, at the corner of John R. It only seats 250. But
don't let its small seating capacity fool you.
It is a fully functioning Theater with respect to Lighting, Sound and Special Effects.
As a result, there is not a bad seat in the House. Sometimes the actors
are almost close enough to touch! Consequently, it provides for
a totally unique and intimate viewing experience. So if you are looking
for an evening that will inspire, sooth, and stimulate your very Soul- This is it!
Quintessence...The Musical! A spiritual adventure Tickets are $20 at
the door. Group Sale prices are $15 for ten or more. Please
visit our website www.quintessencethemusical.com
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Employment
& Training |
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SHARED YOUTH VISION PARTNERSHIP: PREPARING YOUTH FOR POSTSECONDARY
EDUCATION
GEAR UP Mission: To significantly increase the number of
low-income, underrepresented students who complete high school and are prepared
to enroll and succeed in postsecondary education. Position Summary:Shared
Youth Vision Partnership AmeriCorps VISTA project in collaboration with GEAR UP
are in search of a highly motivated self-starter to assist with the development
and implementation of dynamic high school completion and college access programs
for youth. The AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer needs to have strong organizational,
time management and communication skills and must have the experience and ability
to hit the ground running. The successful candidate will be flexible, energetic
and committed to the cause of high school completion and post-secondary success
for all students. Principal Responsibilities:Assist the coordinator with
tracking, communicating and providing support for students as they progress through
the academic support program with an eye on high school completion and postsecondary
education. * Assist the coordinator with the development and organization
of special events, such as financial aid workshops, fund development events, college
visits and college application workshops * Assist the coordinator
in providing expert advice to students and parents regarding the financial aid process
(FAFSA), scholarship searches, state programs (TIP, MI Promise) and assistance with
selection of an appropriate institution for the desired training.*
Assist the coordinator in developing and implementing methods/strategies to increase
parental involvement. Qualifications and Requirements: Strong interpersonal,
organizational, oral and written communication skills.* Commitment to providing
exceptional customer service and presenting a professional image to all constituents.
*Ability to work with and demonstrate sensitivity to the educational needs of a
diverse population.*Ability to work in a team environment as well as individually.*Proficiency
with databases and a working knowledge of word processing and presentation software
*Some college.
AmeriCorps VISTA is the national service program designed specifically
to fight poverty. Founded as Volunteers in Service to America in 1965 and incorporated
into the AmeriCorps network of programs in 1993, VISTA has been on the front lines
in the fight against poverty in America for more than 40 years. AmeriCorps VISTA
volunteers commit to one year of service and are charged with the mission to build
capacity within communities. There are many benefits to serving as a VISTA
volunteer. Members gain new skills, friends and the satisfaction that comes
from helping others. Members also receive a living allowance, health benefits, and
the choice of a post service stipend of $1,200 or an AmeriCrops Segal Education
award of $5,350. For more information and to apply to this position, please
visit www.americorps.gov
and search the listing for Shared Youth Vision Partnership: Preparing Youth for
Post secondary Education. For questions about this position, contact, Nancy Rotarius
at (517) 373-6911 or rotariusn@michigan.gov
Basic Program Evaluation - WEBINAR
July 20, 2010 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Cost: $40 Member, $45 Non-members
Click here to register
More MNA and other statewide trainings - Click Here.
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Want to post your event or announcement in this publication?
Here's how
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Send your event or announcement at least two weeks in advance
of the date to gclark@arisedetroit.org. All flyers must be in a "camera ready" format of .jpg, .jpeg, .gif, or
.png only. If you have interest in advertising, call 313-921-1955 and ask
for Genevieve Clark. All rights reserved. |
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