The Michigan AmeriCorps Partnership (MAP) is a collaborative program between the University of Michigan and community and faith-based non-profit organizations, primarily based in Detroit.  MAP strives to address local human needs through direct service and program capacity-building activities.  Members deal with issues concerning:

• Social, economic and community development or revitalization
• Health education and health promotion services for children and families
• Academic enhancement of youth in after-school or summer programs
• Volunteer recruitment and retention

Through MAP, members will enjoy:

• Learning about the rewards and challenges facing human needs non-profit organizations
• Opportunities to meet and engage with people who want to make a difference in their communities
• Working in a culturally rich environment
• Occasions to network with peers and potential employers
• Participation in meaningful projects that strive to build capacity for community and faith-based organizations
• Enhancing their ability to become active citizens.

Counties served:  Washtenaw, Wayne

Contact Information:  Addell Austin Anderson, PhD

University of Michigan - Detroit Center

Orchestra Place

3663 Woodward Avenue, Suite 150

Detroit, Michigan 48201

Phone: (313) 593-0937

Email:  addell@umich.edu

Web Site:  http://ginsberg.umich.edu/americorps/index.html