This
is WCSX's Peter Werbe. Thanks for finding
out how you can make a difference for a better
Motor City. If you'd like to get me
information on your non-profit, please email me
at
publicservice@wcsx.com or or fax it to
248-542-7700 at least four weeks in advance.
Almost Home Animal Rescue of Southfield
Almost Home Animal Rescue of Southfield is a no-kill animal shelter dedicated to finding loving forever homes for abused, abandoned, and neglected animals. This is a terrible time of year for animal overpopulation and there is an urgent need for homes for kittens and puppies. We also have many wonderful adult animals waiting for their forever homes. All of our adoptable animals can be viewed on the web.
For more information: Almost Home Animal Rescue of Southfield
Annual Party in the Park and Strong as Steel Softball Tournament
U. S. Steel and several other Downriver businesses are working hard to raise money for Children's Hospital of Michigan. On Saturday, September 13, they will host the 2nd Annual Party in the Park and Strong as Steel Softball Tournament. We expect more than 2,500 people to attend the day's events. Several area establishments have put teams into the softball tournament (Malarky's, 3 Nicks Taproom, Buffalo Wild Wings, Lions & Tigers & Beers, Wheat-n-Rye, for example). We want to raise $20,000.
When: Saturday, September 13, 2008 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Where: Lion's Park, Southgate, Michigan, behind City offices
In advance of the Party in the Park and Strong as Steel Softball Tournament, Lions & Tigers & Beers (LTB) in Wyandotte is hosting a 'Dining to Donate' day. On Wednesday, September 10, the restaurant/bar will donate 10% of all sales to Children's Hospital. There will be giveaways, specials, music.
Dining for Dollars
Five family and youth serving agencies have joined forces to raise funds that will help serve
children in need of various services. Over 32 restaurants will participate in “Dining for Dollars”
and return a percentage of their sales to Community Assessment Referral & Education (CARE),
the Family Center of Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods, Macomb Literacy Partners, Tree of Hope
and Turning Point. Each restaurant will accept coupons on all Tuesdays in September with
proceeds funding programs that support children’s literacy, student assistance, postpartum
education, parenting, and victims of domestic violence. For coupons, call CARE at 586 541-
0033 or print your own coupons at the following website:
For more information: CARE of Macomb County
FAAN Walk for Food Allergy: Moving Toward A Cure
The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network’s Walk for Food Allergy: Moving Toward a Cure, takes place this year in Milford and 19 other U.S. cities to raise money for food allergy research and education. Last year, the events raised more than $1 million nationwide. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m.
More than 1,000 Metro Detroit area residents are expected to walk with company teams, organizational groups, families, and individually. Ken Daniels (Detroit Red Wings announcer), will be this year's Local Honorary Chair. This event is endorsed by Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and walk entertainment will be provided by Jammin’ DJ's.
Registration for the Walk for Food Allergy in all cities is online. Or contact
Melinda Miller or Melissa Dalton Michigan Walk Co-chairs at mifaanwalk@yahoo.com.
Launched in 2004 by FAAN, Walk for Food Allergy: Moving Toward A Cure raises funds for research, advocacy, awareness, and education programs to benefit the 12 million Americans affected by food allergy, a potentially fatal condition that is rapidly increasing in prevalence. One out of every 17 children under the age of three, and one in 25 Americans are diagnosed with food allergies.
For more information: Food Allergy Walk
Fight Global Warming
The earth has a natural balance of life, but global warming is disrupting that balance. You and your family can help fight global warming with small steps like replacing three frequently used light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs. It is like taking 3.5 million cars off the road if we all did it. Go to the web site below for more suggestions.
For more information: Fight Global Warming
JVS Women to Work Program
If you need to find employment because you have lost your source of income due to divorce, separation, widowhood, or other circumstances, JVS can help. During this difficult time, the JVS Women to Work Program will offer emotional support and help you back on your feet. You’ll receive job search assistance and learn how to write a resume and interview effectively. Call 248-559-5000 for more information on the program.
For more information: JVS
Macomb County Crisis Center
The Macomb County Crisis Center has its telephone counseling lines open seven days a week, 24-hours a day to help people with any problem. Their number is 586-307-9100. A telecommunication device for the deaf is available.
Macomb County Crisis Center Volunteer Program
Macomb County Crisis Center Volunteer Program is seeking people to answer their crisis lines. For information on their training and volunteer program, call 586-307-9100.
Michigan Disability Rights Coalition
The Michigan Disability Rights Coalition has created ATXchange.org! Assertaive Technology exchange. Nearly two million Michigan residents have disabilities. Many require tools or equipment which are often expensive and sometimes hard to find to perform day to day activities. At the Michigan-based website, people can buy, sell, or give away assistive technology—everything from walkers, grab bars, and hospital beds, to power scooters, custom vans, Braille machines, and software that reads computer screens out loud. You can help connect people who need assistive technology with those who have used AT items they no longer want —free of charge, or at bargain prices. ATXchange.org is also useful for people who’ve lost a loved one and would like to donate or sell items—such as wheelchairs or power scooters—that are no longer needed.
For more information: Michigan Disability Rights Coalition
Michigan Drug Prices
If you're tired of paying too much for your prescription drugs, check out MichiganDrugPrices-dot-com. You can compare the cost of your prescriptions at several different pharmacies right in your neighborhood. You could save ten dollars or more a month on a typical prescription.
It is fast and free. And it lists 150 of the most widely prescribed prescription drugs, the pharmacies in your neighborhood that sell them, and the price of those prescriptions at each of the pharmacies that you select.
For more information: Michigan Drug Prices
MMM Walk for the Troops
for the Troops to be held at Dearborn’s Ford Field (on Brady between Cherry Hill and Michigan Ave.) on Saturday, September 13, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Check-in tables will open at 9:30 at the large pavilion just across the covered bridge. No need to collect pledges; walkers pay a flat fee to register, and that’s it! Advance registration is recommended to ensure that all registrants receive a 2008 MMM Walk t-shirt. Registration forms are available online at michiganmilitarymoms.org or by phoning Kathy Demko at 313-919-1589.
Children 9 and under walk for free (sorry, no t-shirt) but every walker must submit a registration form. Proceeds from the Walk will be used to benefit the troops, with special emphasis on providing equipment for injured troops and purchasing care package supplies.
Oakland County Resource and Crisis Helpline
Do you need to find help for an adult or child with a severe mental, behavioral, emotional or physical disorder? Oakland County Resource and Crisis Helpline is immediately available for people who need crisis intervention, referrals and resource information to assist adults and children with mental illness, behavioral problems, Cerebral Palsy or mental retardation. The phone number to call is 1-800-231-1127.
Register to Vote!
IN MICHIGAN, EVERY VOTE COUNTS…ONE VOTE MISSED IS ONE VOTE NOT HEARD. YOU CAN REGISTER TO VOTE AT ANY MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES OFFICE. TO LOCATE THE NEAREST DHS OFFICE IN YOUR COMMUNITY, JUST CALL 2-1-1 OR VISIT THE DHS WEB SITE. MAKE YOUR VOICE MATTER…REGISTER TO VOTE.
For more information: Michigan Department of Human Services
Save Our Snow Dogs River Tour
Closer to Home Animal Advocates is a nonprofit animal rescue organization for Siberian Huskies, Norwegian Elkhounds and Alaskan Malamutes. We are having a charity cruise called the “Save Our Snow Dogs River Tour” on Saturday, September 20th. We set sail on Diamond Jack’s Harbor Tour boat from Bishop Park in Wyandotte on September 20 on a 3-hour boat Detroit River cruise. All of the ticket price goes to saving the lives of dogs that are scheduled to die in shelters and others that are surrendered to us because of people losing their homes.
Food, fun, music included in price. Raffles with great prizes
Ticket Prices: $35 for Adults, $20 for children 12 years and younger
For more Info: Call (734) 697-0010
For more information: Closer to Home Animal Advocates
WALK MILES FOR MEDALS
FOR SOME ATHLETES, CROSSING THE FINISH LINE IS A SMALL FEAT. FOR OTHERS, IT IS A LIFETIME ACCOMPLISHMENT. JOIN SPECIAL OLYMPICS MICHIGAN AT THE 2008 MILES FOR MEDALS WALK SATURDAY, OCT. 4 AT ROCHESTER MUNICIPAL PARK TO RAISE FUNDS AND AWARENESS FOR ATHLETES WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES. BY WALKING YOU WILL HELP PROVIDE QUALITY SPORTS TRAINING AND COMPETITION TO OVER 15,000 SPECIAL OLYMPICS MICHIGAN ATHLETES WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES. SO LACE UP YOUR WALKING SHOES AND WALK MILES FOR MEDALS IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF A SPECIAL ATHLETE. TOGETHER WE WILL CROSS THE FINISH LINE. REGISTER ONLINE OR CALL (800) 644-6404.
For more information: Special Olympics Michigan