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Winning Presentation for March 24, 2021
Wish Upon a Teen https://www.wishuponateen.org What they do- Wish Upon a Teen is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing resources, time and opportunities to teenagers with severe life-limiting medical conditions. Through creative, social, and educational opportunities, our goal is to normalize their environment and rebuild their self-esteem as they transition to adulthood. The particular needs of teens are often overlooked within the medical community. The combination of normal teenage stressors along with the impact of a severe life-limiting medical condition or injury can make the transition to adulthood extremely challenging. Wish Upon a Teen provides ongoing support, age-appropriate programs and a variety of fun events to teenagers. Amount Donated: $8,400 Meeting Sponsor: None |
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Winning Presentation for August 20, 2020
Pontiac Community Foundation https://www.pontiaccommunityfoundation.org The Pontiac Community Foundation (PCF) is an independent 501(c)3 organization, dedicated to Building a Brighter Future for Pontiac, by engaging philanthropy, leadership, and collaboration to tackle Pontiac’s most pressing issues. PCF's most effective work accomplishes community and economic development, quality of life, and civic leadership initiatives, that help make the city of Pontiac a more desirable place to live, work, and play. Amount Donated: $8,600 Meeting Sponsor: UHY |
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Winning Presentation for January 28, 2020 The Empowermant Plan https://www.empowermantplan.org The Empowerment Plan works to produce a durable and innovative coat that transforms into a sleeping bag. This employment opportunity ensures that each person we hire is able to earn a stable income, find secure housing, and regain their independence. Amount Donated: $9,034 Meeting Sponsor: Freestar Financial Credit Union |
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Winning Presentation for October 23, 2019 The Power Company Kids Club https://powercompanykidsclub.org The Power Company Kids Club seeks to promote the emotional, physical, spiritual and social well-being of the at risk children and adolescents of our inner cities through weekly training and mentoring, in collaboration with parents, churches, community organizations, schools and civic leaders. Amount Donated: $8,800 Meeting Sponsor: Mortgage 1, Inc- Anderson/Copland |
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Winning Presentation for July 24, 2019 Dutton Farm http://www.duttonfarm.org Dutton Farm exists to change the world and inspire others to see all people with disabilities treated with equality, valued for who they are and given equal opportunity to achieve their dreams. Amount Donated: $8,850 Meeting Sponsor: UHY Advisors |
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Winning Presentation for April 8, 2019 Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids http://www.wigs4kids.org Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids Wellness Center and Salon is a local grassroots non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides wigs and support services at no charge to children and young adults experiencing hair loss due to cancer, alopecia, trichotillomania, burns and other disorders. Amount Donated: $8,200 Meeting Sponsor: Lucido Fine Jewelry |
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Winning Presentation for January 21, 2019 Grace Centers of Hope http://www.gracecentersofhope.org Grace Centers of Hope provides refuge, safety and security, a home for those without one, and a wide range of programs to help people in need rebuild their lives and re-enter society as productive and responsible citizens. Amount Donated: $8,700 Meeting Sponsor: United Wholesale Mortgage |
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Winning Presentation for September 19, 2018 Fleece & Thank You http://fleeceandthankyou.org/ Fleece & Thank You provides comfort and hope to children battling illness by giving donors the unique opportunity to create a fleece blanket and a cherished video message of support and encouragement. Amount Donated: $8,254 Meeting Sponsor: UHY Advisors |