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Michiganders encouraged to volunteer for 9/11 National Day of Service
Michigan Community Service Commission funding 14 volunteer projects
The Michigan Community Service Commission will support 14 Michigan organizations hosting volunteer projects for the 9/11 National Day of Service that will support veterans, hunger, homelessness, and other community needs. The projects will engage roughly 3,100 volunteers who will put in an estimated 9,800 hours of service.
“Serving others is a wonderful way to unite individuals and strengthen communities to restore the spirit of kind-heartedness that followed the 9/11 tragedy,” said MCSC Executive Director Ginna Holmes. “We encourage everyone to find a way to volunteer and make a difference.”
The Michigan Community Service Commission issued nearly $16,000 in grants ranging from $100 to $1,000. A portion of the funding has been provided through a grant from AmeriCorps.
The grant recipients are:
The 9/11 National Day of Service projects are happening in communities across the state, some of which need volunteers. View the details of the projects the Michigan Community Service Commission is supporting below:
Projects Related Food Insecurity
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Location |
Organization |
Project |
Participation/Project Amount |
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Alpena 9/11/24 |
Boys and Girls Club Alpena
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Youth Volunteers will make and host a meal for seniors and veterans who are at risk for hunger. The volunteers will make the meal and organize activities to create a cross generational bond. |
Contact Catherine at
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Oakland 9/07/24
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St. Patrick’s Parish |
The Volunteers are partnering with a shelter in Pontiac. Volunteers will make sack lunches for distribution to those experiencing homelessness and hunger. |
Contact: Julie at
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Gaylord, 9/06/24 |
Otsego United Way |
Volunteers will participate in Day of Caring activities that will include a community meal for seniors. |
Contact Kimberly Akin at kimberly@otsegounitedway.org
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Projects Related to Community Gardens, Food Insecurity,
Environmental Improvement
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Lansing 9/05, 9/09, 9/10, and 9/11/24 |
Allen Neighborhood Center |
Our project focuses on environmental stewardship, education, and healthy futures, with a focus on combating food insecurity and fostering a strong community. Volunteers will harvest and distribute food from the edible garden as part of the Breadbasket Food Pantry. |
Contact Ethan Schmitt at ethans@allenneighborhoodcenter.org
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Detroit 9/11/24 |
United Way of Genesee County - Flint National Service Accelerator |
Our 9/11 Day of Service project includes two main components: a cleanup of Great Lakes National Cemetery and recording stories and reflections of the events of September 11. |
Contact Lindsey Crawford at lcrawford@unitedwaygenesee.org
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Detroit 9/07/24 |
Clark Park |
On September 11th, in honor of the remembrance day, youth and family members will gather at Clark Park in southwest Detroit for a one-day service project aimed at cleaning and beautifying the park. This community effort will bring together volunteers who will work collaboratively to make the park a cleaner, safer, and more welcoming place.. |
Contact Anthony at
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Lansing 9/11/24 |
Edgewood Village Network Center |
Volunteer activities will focus on garden construction and clean-up, and program preparation to support Edgewood Village Network's mission of fostering a healthy, vibrant, and connected community. |
Contact Maya Crawford at m.crawford@edgewoodvillage.net
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Detroit 9/11/24 |
Wayne State University- AmeriCorps Climate READY |
The Garden Project focuses on environmental stewardship in Wayne County through the creation of a 35-by-50 ft rain garden in the Jefferson-Chalmers Community. |
Contact Deandra Smith at dsmith.climateready@gmail.com
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Marquette 9/11/24
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United Way of Marquette County |
Volunteers are needed for an emergency food delivery service and activities related to promoting the event with the assistance of the Red Wings Organization |
Contact Andrew Rickauer at arickauer@uwmqt.org
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Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana 9/13, and 9/14/24 |
United Way of the Lakeshore |
Volunteers will participate in the Day of Caring. During the event, volunteers will help with home repairs for 11 seniors and veteran homes. Volunteers will also work at a food pantry and install a trail for the community to enjoy |
Contact Sara at sara@unitedwaylakeshore.org
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Bloomfield 9/4, 9/9/5, 9/6, 9/18, 9/24, and 9/27/24 |
International Academy, Days of Service |
Our annual Day of Service this year will focus on the healthy futures and wellbeing of Metro Detroit families. Juniors from our three campuses will visit and volunteer at four local organizations (Forgotten Harvest Farm, The Children's Center, Grace Centers of Hope and Gleaners.) Our freshmen from our three campuses will stay on campus and create blankets and treat bags for The Children's Center and blankets for Gift of Life Michigan. |
Contact Lisa Belotti
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Grand Rapids 9/11/24 |
Cherry Health |
Volunteers will participate in harvest fresh garden foods and pack meals for young people experiencing food insecurity in cooperation with the Kids Food Basket. |
Contact Kayla
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Project Related to Support Veterans and Unhoused Individuals,
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Detroit 9/11/24 to 9/14/24 |
All Things Women |
Volunteers will help prepare 40-bed shelter for a new program to provide services to homeless women and families. |
Contact sterrell@allthingswomeninc.org
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Traverse City 9/11/24 |
Peace Ranch |
Volunteers will clear riding trails, stain a cabin and perform small projects to beautify the ranch to enhance the experience for vets and others seeking therapeutic riding experiences. |
Contact sarna@ecoseeds.org
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