608 24 26018 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/7b3377461c56aa5e96ebfdcaab0f9350.pdf f9921550351152bcc86868e1d41fa955 PDF Text Text ,. Michigan Community Service Commission Service-Learning Committee Call November 8, 2006 Conirnittee Members Present: Jerry Seese, Christine Kwak, Kari Pardoe MCSC Staff Present: Paula K. VanDam, Jeanine Yard, Angelia Salas, Janice Harvey 1. Review of Guidance Provided by the Board and Progress: • • • • • • • • Angelia Salas shared that she is beginning conversations with Skillman to talk about their Good Schools Initiative. She has left messages and is waiting to hear back from them. Christine Kwak suggested that it would be helpful to engage with other organizations who are already working with the schools in the Detroit area. Jerry Seese suggested sending someone with a connection (Jimmy Comer?) to meet with leadership in Detroit schools Christine Kwak asked whether there were any higher education organizations in the Detroit area doing anything? Marygrove College, Wayne State University, and University of Detroit Mercy all have service-learning programs on their campus. Opportunities will be explored with them. Leverage corporate partners - it was agreed that there needs to be a more formalized plan before seeking corporate sponsors MCSC staff has had a conversation with the Community Foundation of Southeast Michigan about additional funding. They don ' t have anything currently but the MCSC will stay connected with them for additional opportunities State Farm Youth Advisory Grant - Jeanine Yard explained that the MCSC will apply for one of their grants focused on Access to Higher Education. The outcomes from this grant will be access to higher education and school retention. It can be connected to the urban initiative to provide grants to school buildings in urban areas for service learning projects. It will be a student driven effort as their Youth Advisory Council will be reviewing the grants. The MCSC needs to make sure the proposal is innovative so that it will stand out. The grants range up to $100,000 for two years. The plan would be to give $10,000 grants to urban school buildings (not districts) and also to keep some for professional development for these areas. RMC Research has done studies of service-learning in Michigan the past few years looking at the impact on academic achievement and civic engagement. Three other states are also participating in the study this year. Michigan has higher results than other states related to academic achievement. It also proves that high quality service-learning programs �;• • impacts students. The MCSC is working to make sure teachers receive training on the essential components of high quality service-learning.. The National Youth Leadership Council would like to host the 2007 Urban Service-Learning Conference in Detroit. This conference attracts 100-150 people including K-12, higher education, and CBO. The focus is on issues in urban areas. The MCSC staff is working with them on logistics (date, location, etc) and are looking at hosting it at a higher education facility in Detroit. 2. Additional Opportunities and Next Steps • Chris Kwak recommended the MCSC needs to look at other urban districts, not just Detroit (Benton Harbor, Muskegon, etc). � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2006-11-16_Service-Learn-Comm-Call Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2006-11-16 commission meeting service-learning committee call Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2006-11-16 commission meeting service-learning committee call. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50761 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006-11-16 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/54df95532f1b107b9dfb03dbe280a864.pdf 3fdecad5b443824629b857e83fdad07e PDF Text Text Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Celebration November 16, 2006, 9:30 a.m.-4:00p.m. Lansing Center STAFF ROLES *Please wear your MCSC blue shirts and khaki pants. Wednesday, November 15 MS, MM: Bring supplies over to Lansing Center (AC display, MCSC display, particip ant fo lders, etc ... ) Th ursday, November 16 7: 00a.m. MM, MS, MB, Mark, MG - Meet at the Lansing Center outside Exhibit Hall B. MM - Bring MCSC laptops, projector, and helium tank. Give one laptop and projector to MB fo r her workshop . Set up registration tables, including special guest/workshop presenter check-in and troubleshooting. Oversee breakfast setup (tables in Exhibit Hall B). Give MS the "Reserved" signs and program signs for exhibit display tables. MS- Make sure Exhibit Hall Bis set up properly (display tables, rounds, food, accessib ility, etc .. . ). Get "Reserved" signs and program exhibit signs from MM (each AC program wi ll have its own sign). In Exhibit Hall B, place one program sign on each exhibit table; place "Reserved" signs on front tables (People at reserved tables include: Commissioners, Sue Glynn from Senator Stabenow's Office, Intern fi·om Senator Switalski's Office, Joshua Brugger (Alum), Good Sam members, 3 fashion show models) . MG - Familiarize yourself with the Lansing Center facility. MB, Mark - Place Celebration signs near doors from the parking ramp directing me mbers to Registration outside of Exhibit Hall B. When you finish putting up signs, get helium tank from MM and begin filling up balloons to make balloon bouquets. Make sure they are weighted down! 7:15a.m. MG - Learn how to use AIV system in Exhibit Hall B (Good Sam will bring their own laptop and have one member to assist with AIV). Check stage for accessibility, lighting, etc ... 2 large screens and a projector should be set up. If necessary, give any additional AIV requests to Lansing Center staff. Good Sam Members- Arrive at Lansing Center. Meet MS and MG in Exhibit Hall B. MS- Greet Good Sam members outside Exhibit Hall B. Run through opening ceremonies. Test microphones, PowerPoints, music, etc ... Remind members about pronw1ciation of "AMERICORPS. " Remind them to be seated in the reserved seats by 9:20a.m. 7:30a.m. MICHIGA N 'S AMERICORPS M EMB E R CELEBRATION S TAFF R OLES L AST PDA TED 11114106 P AGE I OF9 �JH, TG, KV, AS, JY, AR, Maisha, KR- Arrive at Lansing Center. Meet outside Exhibit Hall B. Familiarize yourself with the layout: Exhibit Hall B, workshop session rooms (on 1 st and 2nd floor), restrooms, elevators, entrances and exits, etc ... MG - Connect laptop. Load Good Sam DVD (includes opening AmeriB ear video, program picture montage, and PD Recognition), Celebration PowerPoint, Red Cross DVD, fashion show music, etc. KR, Mark - Hang banners on stage. 7:45a.m. MM - Direct registration. Distribute workshop facilitator instruction forms. Mark, TG, JY, AS, AR, KR- Ask MM for your workshop facilitator instruction fom1. This will tell you where you need to be during the workshop sessions and what you need to say to introduce the presenter. KV, TG, JH - Help MM complete registration setup: Four registration tables in the registration area (3 tables divided alphabetically and one table for trouble-shooting for those not registered and special guests (YIPs, workshop presenters, media, etc.). AS, JY - Check all AIV needs in training rooms, according to the trainer needs sheet in your folder. Also put up training room and hallway signage outside training rooms on 1st and 2nd floor. Report any A/V issues to MM. AR- Set up AC and MCSC displays in Exhibit Hall B (exhibit tables will be labeled). KR - In Exhibit Hall B, determine placement of flags for presentation of colors. Maisha - Talk to MG about the kinds of pictures to take throughout the day. Be available to assist as needed at registration or in Exhibit Hall B. Check in with MB and Mark to see if they need help with balloons. 8:00a.m. PROGRAM DISPLAY SETUP BEGINS IN EXHIBIT HALL B AC Program Directors and AC Members will start arriving to set up their display table in Exhibit Hall B. AR, KR, Maisha - Greet members as they arrive and direct them to registration outside Exhibit Hall B. AR - position yourself at the entrance near the parking ramp . MB, Mark - Stay in Exhibit Hall B to direct programs that need assistance. People should begin arriving for setup at 8:00a.m. Be ready to help programs set up their exhibits. They should set up at the table labeled with their program. Also be available to answer questions, oversee breakfast, etc .. . REGISTRATION BEGINS OUTSIDE EXHIBIT HALL B KV, TG, JH - Doing member check-in at the registration tables - MM will direct you. As AC members arrive, please highlight their names on the registration lists provided, give them a fo lder of materials, and have them find their nametag. Inform them that a continental breakfast is available in MICHIGA N'S AMERICORPS MEMBER C ELEBRATION S TAFF R OLES L AST UPDATED 11114106 P AGE 2 0F9 �Exhibit Hall B. If members are not registered, please direct them to the troubleshooting table, where ALL participants not on our roster will be registered. MM - At trouble-shooting/special guest/workshop presenter table: You will have a master list of participants registered, as well as special guests and workshop presenters. If a member is NOT registered they will be directed to your table. Have them fill out a registration fo rm, give them a folde r, and have them make their own nametag. For special guests (YIPs, Commissioners, AC Alum-Joshua Brugger, workshop presenters, media, etc.) - greet them as they arrive; give them a folder of materials, and give them a quick run down of the day. Direct to other staff as needed. PKV - Be available in registration area to greet special guests, workshop presenters, AC Alum, and other guests; show to rooms, make sure A/V needs are met. 8:15a.m. AS, JY- Depending on the number of people arriving, either assist Amber with greeting members and directing them to Exhibit Hall B or go to Exhibit Hall B to oversee breakfast, assist programs with display set-up, etc ... 8:35a.m. KR- Be at registration to greet Richard Cupp and other men from the Grand Ledge American Legion (scheduled to arrive at 8:45am). Help them set up flags and do a walk-through. Make sure you kno w who will be calling orders, leading the Pledge of Allegiance, etc . . . Have everything set by 9:00 a.m. and let them know they can get breakfast ifthey'd like. Wait with them in the back of Exhibit Hall B. Maisha - Continue greeting members, but stay near registration to assist MM with special guest anivals. 8:45a.m. MB, Mark - Identify 4 members willing to model 2 AmeriCorps vests and 2 backpacks for the Opening Ceremonies Fashion Show. Try to find members wearing different kinds of AmeriCorps gear and who won' t be afraid to "ham it up." Once you fmd the models, get their names, programs, and phonetic name pronunciation. Instruct them to meet Mark at 9:15a.m. in the front of Exhibit Hall B, where they will be seated at one of the reserved tables. 9:00a.m. PKV, AS- If any Commissioners or other special guests arrive, seat them at one of the reserved tables in the front row. Make sure you're ready for the National Service PowerPoint. Seat yourselves up front at one of the reserved tables . MM - When Matt Blythe (from Red Cross) arrives, direct him toMS in Exhibit Hall B. MS - Greet Matt Blythe and make sure he is set for his 5 minute Disaster Preparedness Training promo during opening ceremonies. Seat him up front at one of the reserved tables . 9:15a.m. MM - When Joshua Brugger (AC Alum) checks in at registration, direct him to MS in Exhibit Hall B. Give Mark the 4 passport prizes for the fashion show. MICHIGA N'S A M ERJCORPS M EMBER CELE BRATION S TA FF R OLES LAS T U PDA TED 11114106 PAGE 3 OF 9 �Mark - Get the 4 passport prizes from MM at the registration table. Meet the fashion show models in the front ofExhibit Hall Band seat them at one of the reserved tables up front. Have Lisa talk to them about the order they need to be in. Make sure they're comfortable with what they need to do and emphasize how important it is for them to ham it up. Stay with them throughout opening ceremonies . JY, MB- Walk around Exhibit Hall Band have members begin to find their seats. Encourage them to sit toward the front. 9 :20a.m. MS- Greet Joshua Brugger and make sure he is all set for his presentation. Thank him for attending and seat him up front at the reserved table with Mark and the fashion show models. Sit at table with Good Sam members. MG- Final check of A/V set-up in Exhibit Hall B. Rest of Staff- Begin asking participants to have a seat in Exhibit Hall B, filling up tables toward the front (other than reserved tables). Some of the front seats will be reserved for speakers and Commissioners I KR- Make sure American Legion members are ready to post colors and direct them as necessary. 9:30a.m. OPENING SESSION BEGINS IN EXHIBIT HALL B JH - Set up for Commissioner meeting in Capital Ballroom 3. AR- Come to Exhibit Hall B for Opening Ceremonies. KV, MM - Stay at registration. Combine registration tables and lists. TG- Float around registration area and be ready to greet and seat YIPs, latecomers. Other Staff - Enjoy Opening Ceremonies in Exhibit Hall B if not greeting guests or members. Maisha- Take pictures throughout opening ceremonies. KR- Lead posting of colors I Pledge of Allegiance. (5 min) Before the Pledge, ask the members to observe a moment of silence to recognize the City Year AmeriCorps member, Nicole Smith who was killed last weekend in a car accident. When done, step away from the front of the room and meet the American Legion members in back. Thank them for coming and lead them out. Sit in the back for the remainder of opening ceremonies. MG - Play the AmeriBear video (on Good Sam DVD); run Celebration PowerPoint, etc .. . -Welcome I Shout Outs on PowerPoint (15 min) - Good Sam Members will lead -National Service overview on PowerPoint (15 minutes)- PKV, AS PKV, AS- When finished, escort AmeriBear offstage MICHIGAN'S AMERJCORJ'S MEMBER CELEBRATION STAFF ROLES L AST UPDATED 11114106 P AGE 4 OF 9 �-AmeriCorps Week Promo on PowerPoint (5 minutes) - Mark -Explanation of Regional Networking on PowerPoint (5 minutes) - MB -AmeriCorps Program Picture Montage on Good Sam DVD (5 minutes) -Talking About AmeriCorps on PowerPoint (3-5 minutes) - Good Sam -Professionalism on PowerPoint (5-7 minutes) - MB -Alumni Address - display Joshua 's name on PowerPoint slide (15 minutes) - Joshua Brugger -Disaster Preparedness Training Information on Red Cross D VD (5 minutes) - Matthew Blythe -Agenda Review - workshop list on PowerPoint (10 minutes) - Good Sam MG- When Lisa cues you, tum music on for Fashion Show. When done, tum off m usic. Mark - Make sure models stand up and walk across front rows in the right order, modeling the vests and backpacks. When they come back, they can sit back down. Collect the prizes from the member models and hold until the end of opening ceremonies. 11 :15 a.m. BREAK - Participants need to be in their first workshop session by 11 :30 a.m. PKV, JH, M G - Attend Commissioner meeting in Capital Ballroom 3. PKV - At some point during the day, meet with Rob Colli er to explain the details of closing ceremoni es and how to administer the AC pledge. Make sure he' s comfortable with everything. MS- Thank models, Alum speaker, Good Sam members. Make sure members clear out of Exhibit Ha ll B and head to workshops . KV - Help direct members to the restrooms, elevators, and workshop rooms on the 151 and 2 11 d floor. Mark - Collect and retum passport prizes to MM at registration. Mark, TG, JY, AS, AR, KR- Help direct members to the restrooms, elevators, and wo rkshop roo ms on the 151 and 2nd floor. Then head to your room to greet members and help the presenter. Each trai n ing room (except MB ' s) will have a staff member placed at the door to assist the presenter. If we are running behind schedule, tell presenters they should still take the full hour. Help out with any A/V set up. Close the door if you feel the room has reached capacity and place the "Session Full" sign outside the door. When the presenter is ready to start, the assigned staff will introduce trainers to begin the workshop. The form you got from MM will instruct you on what you need to say/do . Staff members do not have to stay in these rooms for the duration of the training session. Assigmnents are as fo llows (presenters in parentheses): Mark - Three Rs of Volunteer Management (Angela Sullivan) - Room 101 TG - How to Plan a Service Project (Debi Drick) - Room 102 JY - Marketing Your AmeriCorps Experience (Lisa Bottomley) - Room 103 AS -Facilitative Leadership (Kris Burda) - Room 104 AR - It Could Happen to You. Are You Prepared? (Matt Blythe) - Room 202 MICHIGA N'S AMERJCORPS MEMBE R CELEBRATION S TA F F ROLES L.4S T UPDA TED 11114106 PAGES OF9 �KR - Whistle While You SERVE!!! (Scott Craven) - Room 203 MB - If you have any problems prior to the beginning of your session, Jet KR know (he's in Room 203). MS - Roam, keeping an eye on time to make sure members get to their workshop on time. Make announcements if necessary. 11:30 a.m. WORKSHOP SESSION I BEGINS Maisha - Go into each workshop session to take pictures Uust a few at each one). MS -Help clear tables and prepare for lunch setup. Save "Reserved" signs for closing ceremonies. KV - Once all members are in rooms, go to registration so MM can check on lunch. MM - Stay at registration table to greet latecomers and special guests until KV atrives. Check on lunch setup in Exhibit Hall B then return to registration. 12:30 p.m. WORKSHOP SESSION I CONCLUDES LUNCH I EXHIBIT HALL BEGINS IN EXHIBIT HALL B TG, KR - On the 211 d floor - when workshops let out, help direct participants to Exhibit Hall B for lunch and the exhibit hall. When the traffic dies down, come to Exhibit Hall B. KV - Remain at registration. Mark, MB - Oversee lunch in Exhibit Hall B - make sure members are only taking one box lunch. MS- Find Debi Drick. Remind her to sit in reserved front seat in Exhibit Hall B during Closing Ceremony. Review agenda with her so that she knows when she is speaking about the SSP. Find Program Directors to clarify prommciation of any Member Council names you're not sure of. JY, AS - Get basket from registration area to collect completed passports. Set basket in front of the MCSC Exhibit. You will need to staffthe collection of passports to ensure they are all complete. Double-check each passport to make sure all displays have been visited. If members say they didn 't have time to visit every single exhibit, it's ok. Collect their passport regardless. Tear off the back page of each passport and put it into the basket - members keep the rest for notes on individual program s. You should stay here until the exhibit hall closes at 1:30 p.m. Maisha- Take pichrres- especially shots of members at the exhibit displays. 1:00 p.m. Staff eats after members have gone through the lines. TG - Bring lunch to MM and KV at the Registration table and see if they need anything. KR - Bring lunch to JY and AS at the MCSC exhibit display and see if they need anything. MB, Mark -Try to make sure members are not sitting around tlrrough the entire lunch petiod - they should eat and then visit the exhibits. MICHIGA N 'S AMERJCORPS MEMBER CELEBRATION STAFF ROLES LAST UPDATED] 1114106 P AGE 6 OF 9 �KR - Announce that lunch is halfway through and remind members about visiting exhibit displays and completing their passport. MG- At the end of the Commissioner meeting, explain exhibit displays to the Commissioners and direct them back to Exhibit Hall B. Encourage them to talk to members and learn about the diffe ren t programs. 1:30 p.m. JY, AS- Continue to collect passports for 5 more minutes. If members didn' t have time to visit every single exhibit, it's ok - collect their passport regardless. KR - Make an announcement that lunch and the exhibit hall will be coming to a close short ly, and that the second training session will be starting in 15 minutes. Participants should drop their completed passports in the basket located at the MCSC exhibit. MS - Find Good Sam members. Remind them to retum to the Exhibit Hall B immediately followin g the second training session at 2:50p.m. 1:35 p.m. AS - Take passport basket to MM at registration. MM- Get passport basket from AS and keep it with you until closing ceremoni es. PKV, JH, MG - Retum to Capital Ballroom 3 for Commissioner meeting. 1:40 p.m. KR - Make another announcement that lunch and the exhibit hall are over and that the second trainin g session will be starting in 5 minutes. Participants need to be in the training rooms by 1:45 p.m. trainings are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Mark, TG, JY, AS, AR, KR- Help direct members to the restrooms, elevators, and workshop rooms on the 1 st and 2nd floor. Then head to your room to greet members and help the presenter. Each training room will have a staff member placed at the door to assist the presenter (except MB 's) . If we are running behind schedule, tell presenters they should still take the full hour. Help out with any A/V set up . Close the door if you feel the room has reached capacity and place the "Session Full" sign outside the door. When the presenter is ready to start, the assigned staff will introduce trainers to begin the workshop. The form you got from MM will instruct you on what you need to say/do . ALSO- remind members to sit in their regions for closing ceremonies! Staff members do not have to stay in these rooms for the duration of the training session. Assignments are as follo ws (presenters in parenth eses): Mark - Three R's of Volunteer Management (Angela Sullivan) - Room 101 TG- How to Plan a Service Project (Debi Drick) - Room 102 JY - Marketing Your ArneriCorps Experience (Lisa Bottomley) - Room 103 AS - Facilitative Leadership (Kris Burda) - Room 104 AR - It Could Happen to You. Are You Prepared? (Matt Blythe) - Room 202 KR- Whistle While You SERVE!!! (Scott Craven) - Room 203 MICHIGAN'S AMERICORPS M EMBER CELEBRATION STA FF ROLES L AST U PDA TED 11/ /4106 P AGE 7 OF 9 �MB- If you have any problems prior to the beginning of your session, let KR know (he's in Room 203). MS, KV - Roam, keeping an eye on time to make sure members get to their workshop on time. Make announcements if necessary. 1:45 p.m. LUNCH ENDS -WORKSHOP SESSION II BEGINS MS, KV- Make sure members are in rooms and that lunch area is cleaned up. Prepare Exhibit Hall B for closing ceremonies - place "Reserved" signs on front tables; place regional assignment numbers on tables; place passport prizes, Jamail Aiken's gift, and emcee gifts up front behind podium. 2:45p.m. WORKSHOP SESSION II CONCLUDES - 15-MINUTE BREAK MG- Make sure Jamail's video and SSP and ArneriCorps Pledge PowerPoint presentations are ready to go for closing ceremonies. TG, KR - For 2nd floor workshop sessions - when workshops let out, help direct participants to Exhibit Hall B for closing ceremonies. Remind them to sit according to their region! Make sure the training rooms clear out and help the trainers pack up supplies. Rooms should be left as we found them. Collect training session signs - drop off at registration area. ' ·- AS, JY- For 151 floor workshop sessions- when workshops let out, help direct participants to Exhibit Hall B for closing ceremonies. Remind them to sit according to their region! Make sure the training rooms clear out and help the trainers pack up supplies. Rooms should be left as we found them. Collect training session signs - drop off at registration area. Mark, MB, AR, Maisha -In Exhibit Hall B, make sure members are sitting according to their region. Assist them if they have questions or offer help to those who look confused. Encourage them to start introducing themselves to one another. MM, KV -Begin to prepare giveaways and evaluation collection materials for the end of closing ceremonies. Greet Jamail Aikens when he arrives. Direct him to MS. MS - Make sure Good Sam members are seated at the front table. Be watching for Jamail Aikens to arrive. PKV- Make sure Rob Collier is set for Closing Ceremony and is ready to administer the AC pledge. Direct him to sit with you at a reserved table in the front of Exhibit Hall B. 3:00p.m. CLOSING CEREMONIES BEGIN IN EXHIBIT HALL B PKV- Sit at reserved table(s) with Jamail Aikens, Rob Collier, Commissioners, Debi Drick, and any other VIPs. MM, KV- Prep for evaluation collection. Get materials (collection boxes and giveaway pens) from registration area and set up for collection outside of Exhibit Hall B. Pack up remaining registration materials and prepare them for departure. TG, KR, AS, JY- If necessary, help MM pack up registration materials. When done with that, help MM prepare for evaluation collection at the end of closing ceremonies. MlCHlGAN'S AMERICORPS MEMBER CELEBRATlON STAFF ROLES LAST UPDA TED 11114106 PAG E80r:9 �. Maisba- Take pictures throughout closing ceremonies . Other Staff - Enjoy ceremonies. -Intra ofDebi and SSP 2006 (5 minutes) MG- Run the SSP PowerPoint for Debi 's speech. -Passport Winner Drawing (5 minutes) - Good Sam members -Introduction to 2006-07 Member Council (5 minutes) - MS -PD Recognition (5 minutes) - Good Sam members -Introduction to Jamail Aikens. Mr. Aikens speaks. (30 minutes) MG- Play Mr. Aikens' video. 3:50p.m. -Introduction to Rob Collier. Mr. Collier administers the AmeriCorps pledge. (5 minutes) MG- Run AmeriCorps Pledge PowerPoint. The lines of the pledge will appear one at a time, and you will need to click them onto the screen as Rob Collier says them. PKV, MS- Thank Jamail Aikens and Rob Collier. 3:55p.m. CLOSING CEREMONIES CONCLUDE -Good Sam members make final announcements about evaluation forms (in participants' folders). MS - Thank Good Sam members; present them with gifts. MG - Play "Celebration" song; display closing slide. MM, KV, TG, AS, JY, KR - Wait at entrance of Exhibit Hall B to collect evaluation forms. Members who complete the form will get aMI AmeriCorps pen. 4 :00p.m. MEMBERS DEPART KR, Mark - Take down banners. MG - Get any MCSC A/V equipment, CDs, DVDs, etc. from Exhibit Hall B. Give the projector toMB . MB - Bring the projector and laptop(s) over to the Radisson for the Council meeting. All Staff - Help to clear out Exhibit Hall B, load cars, etc .... HEAD SOMEWHERE TO CELEBRATE THAT MEMBER CELEBRATION 2006 IS FINISHED! I I © (except forMS, MM, MB, and Mark who have to go over to the Radisson to get ready for the Member Council meeting ... ) MICHIGA N'S AMERJCORPSMEMBER CELEBRATION STAFF R OLES LAST UPDATED 11/14/06 PAGE 9 0F9 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. 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GRANHOLM, Governor MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Telephone: (517} 335-4295 Fax: (517) 373-4977 www.michigan.gov/mcsc Chairperson Daniel G. Mulhern Executive Director Janet lawson December 2006 Dear Commissioner: When you were called to join the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC), you became part of a group of people dedicated to making our state a better place to live. Thank you for your commitment and willingness to serve and helping us create an "epidemic of service." Experience shows that community service is a viable strategy for resolving a wide variety of local issues. Our mission is to fund and support programs that encourage all Michigan residents to volunteer. We achieve our mission primarily by securing and granting funds, selecting and training high quality grantees, overseeing and monitoring grantee results, and recognizing the success and effectiveness of volunteer programs. The enclosed information is designed to assist you in your role as a commissioner. It includes: • • • • Quick "talking points" you can use when discussing the MCSC and its programs Information about the MCSC key programs: AmeriCorps, Learn and Serve, Mentor Michigan and Governor's Service Awards. The roles and responsibilities of being a commissioner Meeting dates and a calendar for MCSC events If your business or volunteer work is centered in a specific geographic region of Michigan, your binder will also contain rosters and descriptions of the programs in your county(ies). We are proud to have you represent the MCSC. Again, thank you for your dedication. Sincerely, Daniel G. Mulhern Chair Paula Kaiser VanDam Acting Executive Director �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSIONER ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES COMMISSION I. . General Responsibilities The Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) Commissioners are active participants in decision making around MCSC policies. Commissioners bring a wide variety of expertise and influence to the Commission. They support and advocate for national service, service-learning, and volunteerism on behalf of the MCSC. Commissioners support and communicate the organization's mission: The MCSC builds a culture of service by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities through volunteerism. Commissioners seek to bring together individuals, agencies, and organizations to help meet the Commission's goals of: • • • • • • • • • II. Securing and granting funds Selecting and training high-quality grantees Overseeing and monitoring grantee results Recognizing the success and effectiveness of volunteer programs and activities Developing and sharing resources Conducting research and evaluation Creating networks among volunteer organizations Sharing the results of our investments Serving as a bridge between the public and nonprofit sectors Commissioner Expectations Each MCSC Commissioner will: A. Annually attend the MCSC's four quarterly meetings, including one Commissioner retreat. B. Participate in at least one MCSC sponsored special event annually. C. Make two contacts annually with the state legislature, on behalf of the MCSC. D. Participate in one or more of the MCSC Standing Committees. E. Voting members ofthe Commission shall not, under any circumstances, assist an organization in the preparation of a program grant application to the Commission, except to take part in standard Commission technical assistance that is equally available to all potential applicants. Revised February 14, 2006 �III. MCSC Standing Committees Executive Committee The Executive Committee consists of the MCSC chair, vice chair, and five other MCSC Commissioners. The chair, in consultation with the vice chair, determines the five ·appointees. The role of the Executive Committee is to: A. Assist the chair, as necessary, in carrying out the mission and function of the MCSC. B. Coordinate all MCSC funding and resource development activities. Board Development Committee (inactive) The chair in consultation with the Executive Committee determines the members of the Board Development Committee. The committee chair delivers a committee report at each quarterly Commission meeting. The role of the Board Development Committee is to: A. Recruit additional commissioners on an annual or as needed basis. B. Oversee and conduct annual performance reviews for each commission member. C. Coordinate MCSC committee assignments for current and new commission members. D. Participate in interviews for prospective commission members. (The Governor appoints commission members.) E. Attend the regularly scheduled committee meetings. (Meetings are held at least two times per year.) Youth Leadership Committee (inactive) The Youth Leadership Committee is being developed in consultation with the Executive Committee, Board Development Committee, and the Service-Learning Youth Council.) Awards and Recognition Committee (inactive) The Board Development Committee determines the members of the Awards and Recognition Committee. The committee chair delivers a committee report at each quarterly Commission meeting. The role of the Awards and Recognition Committee is to: A. Secure sponsorships for the Governor's Service Awards. B. Develop a system for all commission members to solicit nominations for the Governor's Service Awards. C. Attend the regularly scheduled committee meetings. (Meetings are held at least two times per year.) Communication and Outreach Committee (inactive) The Board Development Committee determines the members of the Communication and Outreach Committee. The committee chair delivers a committee report at each quarterly Commission meeting. The role of the Communication and Outreach Committee is to: Revised February 14, 2006 2 �A. Host an annual legislative reception. B. Support volunteer awareness campaigns as needed. C. Provide insight and expertise in the field of public relations, marketing, and communication. D. Create methods and assist all commissioners in maintaining regular contact with public officials on behalf of the MCSC. E. Attend the regularly scheduled committee meetings. (Meetings are held at least two times per year.) Continuous Improvement Committee (inactive) The Board Development Committee determines the members of the Continuous Improvement Committee. The committee chair delivers a committee report at each quarterly Commission meeting. The role of the Continuous Improvement Committee is to: A. B. C. D. Coordinate an annual "state of volunteerism" survey. Coordinate an annual "state of national service" survey. Make recommendations to the MCSC based on the results of the above surveys. Attend the regularly scheduled committee meetings. (Meetings are held at least two times per year.) Revised February 14, 2006 3 �MICHIGAN MCSC Standing Committees COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION Executive Committee Dan Mulhern - Chair Rob Collier- Vice Chair Russ Mawby Kari Pardoe Bernard Parker Fund Development Committee -Chair Wendy Acho Rob Collier Jimmie Comer Chris Kwak Public Relations Committee Kathy Young-Welch - Chair Wendy Acho Dan Mulhern AI Swain Ken Whipple Updated December 5, 2006 Mayor Brenda Lawrence Kari Pardoe �Michigan Community Service Commission Expiration Dates Members that expire on 10-02-07 Wendy Acho Elizabeth Bunn Brenda Lawrence Kari Pardoe Dr. Jerry Seese Shaun VanHorn Ken Whipple (term limited) Members that expire on 10-02-08 Me1onie Colaianne Dr. Russell Mawby (term limited) Donna Niester Marsha Smith Joseph Sowmick Laurie Stupak Larry Williamson Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran Members that expire on 10-0 1-09 Rob Collier (term limited) Jimmie Comer Christine Kwak (term limited) Janet Lawson Susan Meston * Daniel Mulhern Bernard Parker AI Swain (term limited) Michael Thomas Kathy Young-Welch * The State Superintendent designee Updated December 5, 2006 �MCSC Leadership Council Updated 10/4/06 NOTE: The MCSC Leadership Council consists of all former MCSC Board Members. Ms. Karen Aldridge Eason Ms. Jennifer Antoline Ms. Rani Bahadur Mr. John Barfield Mr. Victor Begg Mr. Ken Bensen Mr. Jon Blyth Dr. Mary Ellen Brandell Ms. Nonie Brennan Ms. Julie Cummings Mr. Darin Day Dr. John DiBiaggio Ms. Carol Dombrowski Ms. Beverly Drake Ms. Judith Dunn Mr. Art Ellis Mrs. Michelle Engler Mrs. Pamela Faris Mr. Henry Gaines Mr. Alexander Gamepudi Ms. Kathryn Honaker Mr. Paul Hubbard Ms. Denise Hitch Lites Ms. Lisa Hitch Murray Mr. Charles Infante Ms. Eunice Myles Jefferies Ms. Dottie Johnson Mr. James Kahil (Deceased) Ms. Kathleen Keen McCarthy Mr. Terry Langston Ms. Nancy Lenz Mr. George Lombard Mr. Arend Lubbers Ms. Debbie Macon Mr. Mike Makki Sister Mary Martinez Mr. James Muir (Deceased) Mr. Randy Neelis Ms. Vemie Nethercut Mr. Don Newport Ms. Patricia Ryan O'Day Flint Minneapolis, MN West Bloomfield Livonia Bloomfield Hills Lansing Whitehall Mt. Pleasant Glenellyn, IL Detroit Medford, Massachusettes Kalamazoo Grand Rapids Canton Mt. Pleasant McLean, VA Clio Flint Rochester Irving, Texas Detroit Detroit Lake Angelus Midland Detroit Grand Haven Plymouth Ovid Kalamazoo Traverse City Grand Rapids West Bloomfield Dearborn Detroit Grand Rapids Sparta Alpena Alpena Marquette 1 �Ms. Chandra Oden Mr. Joel Orosz Ms. Jessica Pellegrino Ms. Vivian Rogers Pickard Ms. Amber Pritchard Mr. Eugene Proctor Mr. Terry Pruitt Ms. Judith Reyes-Campeau Ms. Sarah Riley Ms. Pamela Abbey Roth Mr. Robert Schiller Mr. Alton Shipstead Ms. Meg Smith Mr. Scott Smith Mr. William Stavropoulos Dr. Michael Tate Mr. Ethan Weinstock Mr. Matthew Wesaw Mr. Ray West (Deceased) Ms. Geneva Jones Williams Detroit Grand Rapids Grosse Pointe Detroit Kalamazoo Grand Rapids Saginaw Livonia Kalamazoo Lowell U.P. Traverse City Temperance Romulus Midland Pullman, Washington Williamston Lansing Detroit Detroit 2 �) ) ) MICHIGAN COMMUNI1Y 2006-2007 FUNDS GRANTED SERVICE COMMISSION Total Number of Programs: 54 Total Dollars: $6,274,063 0 Michigan's AmeriCorps Number of Programs: 21 0 Learn and Serve Michigan School-Based Programs 0 Learn and Serve Michigan Community-Based Programs Number of Members: 945 Total Dollars Awarded: $5,406,143 Number of Programs: 32 Number of Programs: 1 Total Dollars Awarded: $550,024 Total Dollars Awarded: $317,896 Updated: January 11, 1007 �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE THEMCSC ATA GLANCE COMMISSION Overview The Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) is building a culture of service by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities through volunteerism. • The MCSC is granting more than $6.2 million in federal funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities in 2006-07. • We are funding 21 AmeriCorps programs and 33 Learn and Serve programs. • Together, these MCSC programs serve in 81 ofMichigan's 83 counties. • In 2005-06, AmeriCorps and Learn and Serve programs engaged more than 76,500 participants and volunteers in community service activities. Michigan's AmeriCorps AmeriCorps programs are similar to a domestic Peace Corps. Community organizations host teams of individuals, called members, to implement programs that strengthen local communities. Members are ages 17 and older and commit at least one year to AmeriCorps. In return for this year of service, members receive a modest living stipend and an education award. They can serve in a full- or part-time capacity. During the 2006-07 program year, the MCSC is providing more than $5.4 million to fund 21 AmeriCorps programs that will involve 945 members. During a typical year: • Michigan's AmeriCorps members improve the lives of more than 110,000 people • Each AmeriCorps member funded by the MCSC recruits an average of 28 volunteers-in 200506 that was more than 25,000 volunteers. Each volunteer contributed more than six hours of service. Mentor Michigan Mentor Michigan is dedicated to awakening and nurturing the amazing potential in youth by fostering ongoing, stable relationships with caring adults. Mentor Michigan: • Works with more than 230 mentoring programs throughout the state to recruit, retain, and reward mentors. • Strengthens the capacity of programs through training, research, and forming partnerships with businesses, faith-based and nonprofit organizations, education institutions, and government. • Developed program standards that support high-quality mentoring in Michigan. • Conducts an annual census on the state of mentoring in Michigan. Wave N Census results, released in October 2006, showed that: o Mentoring organizations are serving 11,709 more children today than in September 2004 (Census 1). o There are 16,382 mentors active in Michigan-7,274 more than in September 2004. Updated: January 11, 2007- page 1 �Learn and Serve - Michigan Service-learning is a way of teaching and learning that connects meaningful service to the community with classroom instruction. Learn and Serve- Michigan is a competitive grant program that supports service-learning district wide. Through service-learning, young people take what they learn and put it into action in the community. • _The MCSC currently provides $550,024 to 32 K-12 school-based programs and $317,970 to a statewide community-based program. • The school-based programs focus on having service-learning become a district-wide teaching method. As a result, service-learning is being integrated into a school's core curriculum. • During the 2005-06 program year, Learn and Serve- Michigan programs involved more than 47,000 students and 1,500 teachers in service-learning activities. Governor's Service Awards The Governor's Service Awards are an annual recognition event, hosted by Governor Jennifer M. Granholm and First Gentleman Daniel G. Mulhern, honoring Michigan's volunteers. Individuals and organizations are honored for their commitment to making our communities better places to live, work, and grow. Governor Granholm presents awards in eight categories that highlight the diverse nature of Michigan's volunteers. Awards are also presented to recognize leaders in philanthropy and higher education campus-community partnerships. • In 2006, Jeff Daniels, beloved Michigan film and stage actor, joined the Governor and First Gentleman at the Fox Theatre to recognize Michigan volunteers. • The 2007 Governor's Service Awards Nomination Form is available at www.michigan.gov/mcsc. Nominations must be postmarked by Tuesday, February 20, 2007. • The 2007 celebration is being held in southeast Michigan in May or June. For More Information Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, MI 48913 (517) 335-4295 www.michigan.gov/mcsc Updated: January 11,2007- page 2 �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY MCSC STOCK PARAGRAPHS SERVICE COMMISSION Main Stock Paragraph The Michigan Community Service Commission builds a culture of service by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities through volunteerism. In 2006-07, the MCSC is granting more than $6.2 million in federal funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities. Expanded Stock Paragraph The Michigan Community Service Commission builds a culture of service by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities through volunteerism. In 2006-07, the MCSC is granting more than $6.2 million in federal funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities. The MCSC is funding 21 AmeriCorps programs, 33 Learn and Serve programs, In 2005-06, these programs engaged more than 76,500 people in service. Stock Paragraph For Grantees (Insert Grantee Name) is funded by the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) through (a/an Insert Funding Program Name) grant. The MCSC builds a culture of service by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities through volunteerism. In 2006-07, the MCSC is granting more than $6.2 million in federal funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities. Updated: November 1, 2005 �Act No. 219 Public Acts of 1994 Approved by the Governor June 26, 1994 Filed with the Secretary of State June 27, 1994 STATE OF MICHIGAN 87TH LEGISLATURE REGULAR SESSION OF 1994 Introduced by Reps. Emerson and Johnson ENROLLED HOUSE BILL No. 5280 AN ACT to establish the Michigan community service commission; to provide for the powers and duties of the Michigan community service commission; and to provide for the powers and duti~ of state departments and agencies and certain state officers and employees. The People of the State of Michigan enact: Sec. 1. As used in this act: (a) "Commission" means the Michigan community service commission established in section 2. (b) "Community-based agency" means that term as defined in section 101 of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12511. (c) "Corporation" means the corporation for national and community service established in section 191 of title I, 42 u.s.c. 12651. (d) "National service laws" means that term as defined in section 101 of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12511. (e) "Out-of-school youth" means that term as defined in section 101 of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12511. (0 "Title I" means title I of the national and community service act of 1990, Public Law 101-610. Sec. 2. The Michigan community service commission is established within the Michigan jobs commission, established by Executive Order No. 1993-2. Sec. 3. (1) The commission shall consist of 2I? members appointed by the governor. (2) The commission shall include as voting members, except as otherwise indicated, at least 1 of each of the following: (a) An individual with expertise in the educational, training, and developmental needs of youth, particularly disadvantaged youth. (b) An individual with experience in promoting service and voluntarism among older adults. (c) A representative of a community-based agency. (d) The superintendent of public instruction, or his or her designee. (e) A representative of local government. (f) A representative of locallabor·organizations. " (g) A representative of business. (h) An individual between the ages of 16 and 25 who is a participant or supervisor in a program as defined in section 101 of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12511. (i) A representative of a national service program descnbed in section 122(a) of title I, 42 U .S.C. 12572. (123) �(j) The employee of the corporation designated under section 195 of title I, 42 U.S.C. 1265lf, as the representative of the corporation in tlus state, as a nonvoting member. (3) In addition to the members described in subsection (2), the commission may include as voting members any of ~ the foiiOwing: (a) Local educators. (b) Experts in the delivery of human, educational, environmental, or public safety services to communities and persons. (c) Representatives of Native American tribes. (d) Out-of-school youth or other at-risk youth. (e) Representatives of entities that receive assistllJlce under the domestic volunteer service act of 1973, Public Law 93-113, 87 Stat. 394. - . . (4) Not more than 6 of the voting commission members shall be officers or employees of this state. The governor may appoint additional officers or employees of state agencies operating community service, youth service, education, social service, senior service, and job training programs, as nonvoting, ex officio members of the commission. (5) The governor shall ensure, to the maximum extent possible, that the commission membership is diverse with respect to race, ethnicity, age, gender, and disability characteristics. Not more than 50% of the voting members of the commission, plus 1 additional member, shall be from the same political party. (6) Except as provided in this subsection, members of the commission shall serve for staggered 3-year terms expiring on October 1. The members constituting the Michigan community service commission under Executive Order No. 1993-24 on the day before the effective date of this act shall serve on the commission for the remainder of the terms for which they were appointed. Of the additional members, the governor shall appoint 1/3 for terms expiring October 1, 1995, 1/3 for terms expiring October 1, 1996, and 1/3 for terms eJq>iring October 1, 1997. (7) A vacancy in the office of a member of the commission is created in the manner provided in section 3 of chapter 15 of the Revised Statutes of 1846, being section 201.3 of the Michigan CompileQ Laws. A vacancy shall be filled by appointment by the governor for the remainder of the term: The vacancy shall not affect the power of the remaining commission members to execute the duties of the commission. Sec. 4. (1) The voting members of the commission shall elect 1 of the voting members to serve as chairperson of the commission. The voting members of the commission may elect other officers from among the members of the commission. (2) The commission shall meet quarterly. However, the commission shall meet more frequently at the call of the chairperson or if requested by 5 or more members. (3) A majority of the members of the commission constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business at a meeting of the commission. A majority of the voting members present and serving are required for official action of the commission. (4) Except as provided in subsection (5), a voting member of the commission shall not participate in the administration of the grant program described in section 7(r), including any discussion or decision regarding the provision of assistance or approved national service positions, or the continuation, suspension, or termination of assistance or such positions, to any program or entity if both of the following apply: (a) A grant application relating to the grant program is pending before the commission. (b) The application was submitted by a program or entity of which a member is, or in the 1-year period before the submission of such application was, an officer, director, trustee, full-time volunteer, or employee. (5) If, as a result of the operation of subsection (4), the number of voting members of the commission is insufficient to establish a quorum for the purpose of administering the grant program described in section 7(r), the voting members excluded from participation by subsection (4) may participate in the administration of the grant program, to the extent permitted by regUlations issued by the corporation under section 193A(b)(ll) of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12651d. (6) Subsection (4) does not limit the authority of any voting member of the commission to participate in either of the following: (a) The discussion of, and hearing and forums on the general duties, policies, and operations of, the commission or the general administration of the grant program described in section 7(r). ~"" (b) Similar general matters relating to the commission. (7) The business which the commission may perform shall be conducted at a public meeting of the commission held in compliance with the open meetings act, Act No. 267 of the Public Acts of 1976, being sections 15.261 to 15.275 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. 2 �(8) A writing prepared, owned, used, in possession of, or retained by the commission in the performance of an official function is subject to the freedom of info:rmation act, Act No. 442 of the Public Acts of 1976, being sections 15.231 to 15.246 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. Sec. 5. Members of the commission shall serve without compensation. However, members of the commission may be reimbursed for their actual and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their official duties as members of the commission. Sec. 6. The commission shall have staff necessary for the commission to perform its functions. The commission staff shall include an executive director. The executive director shall report directly to the governor and the commission for the purpose of giving advice and making recommendations on programs and laws related to voluntarism and community service. Sec. 7. The commission shall do all of the following: (a) Ensure that its funding decisions meet all federal and state statutory requirements. (b) Recommend innovative statewide service programs to increase volunteer participation in all age groups and community-based problem solving by diverse participants. (c) Develop and implement a centralized system for obtaming information and technical support concerning voluntarism and community service recruitment, projects, training methods, materials, and activities throughout this state. The commission shall provide the information and technical support upon request. (d) Promote interagency collaboration to maximize resources and develop a model of such collaboration on the state level. (e) Provide public recognition and support of volunteer efforts that address community needs by individuals, by private sector organizations and businesses, and by partnerships between the public and private sectors. (f) Stimulate increased community awareness of the effects of volunteer services in this state. (g) Utilize local, state, and federal resources to initiate, strengthen, and' exp~d quality service programs. (h) Serve as this state's representative to national and state organizations that support the commission's mission. (i) Prepare for this state a national 3-year service plan that is developed through an open and public process that provides maximum participation and input from national service programs in this state and other interested members of the public. The plan shall be updated annually and contain information that the commission considers appropriate or the corporation requires. The plan shall ensure outreach to diverse community-based agencies that serve underrepresented populations, by either using established state networks and registries or establishing these networks and registries. (j) Prepare this state's financial assistance applications under section 117B of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12543, and section 130 of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12582. (k) Assist in the preparation of the department of education's application for assistance under section 113 of title I, 42 u.s.c. 12525. (l) Prepare this state's application under section 130 of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12582, for the approval of service positions that include the national service educational award described in division D of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12601 to 12604. (m) Make recommendations to the corporation with respect to priorities for programs receiving assistance under the domestic volunteer service act of 1973, Public Law 93-113, 87 Stat. 394. (n) Make technical assistance available to enable applicants for assistance under section 121 of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12571, to plan and implement service programs and to apply for assistance under the national service laws, using information and materials available through a clearinghouse established under section 198A of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12653a, if appropriate. (o) Assist in the provision of health care and child care benefits under section 140 of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12594, to participantS in national service programs that receive assistance "under section 121 of title_ I, 42 U.S.C. 12571. (p) Develop a state system for the recruitment and placement of participants in programs that receive assistance under the national service laws. . . -._ · •.. . .!;..'-. (q) Disseminate information about national service programs that receive as~stazice under nationaJ semce laws and about approved national service positions. (r) Use assistance provided under section 121 of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12571, to administer this state's grant Jlrogram in support of national service programs including the selection, oversight, and evaluation of grant recipients. · (s) Develop projects, training methods, curriculum materials, and other materials and activities related to national service programs that receive assistance directly from the corporation or from the state using assistance provided under section 121 of title I, for use by such programs upon request. 3 �,) Establish policies and procedures for the use of federal funds received under title I or the national service laws. ~ (u) Coordinate its functions, including recruitment, public awareness, and training activities, with any division of the corporation for national and community services._ Sec. 8. The commission shall not directly carry out any national service program that receives assistance under section 121 of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12571. Sec. 9. Subject to requirements prescribed by the corporation, the commission may delegate nonpolicymaking duties to a state agency or to a public or private nonprofit organization. Sec. 10. (1) Except as provided in subsection (3), this state assumes liability with respect to any claim arising out of or resulting from any act or omission by a m'ember_~f-the commission within the scope of service of the commission member. (2) A member of the commission shall not have any personal liability for any claim arising out of any act or omission by the member within-the scope of the member's service on the commission. (3) Subsection (2) does not limit personal liability for criminal acts or omissions, willful or malicious misconduct, acts or omissions for private gain, or any other act or omission outside the scope of the service of the commission member. (4) This section does not do any of the following: (a) Affect any other immunities and protections that may be available to the commission member under any law applicable to the member's service on the commission. (b) Affect any other right or remedy against the state under any applicable law, or against any person other than a member of the commission. (c) Limit or alter in any way the immunities available for state officials and employees not described in this act. Sec. 11. The commission shall comply with all requirements of federal law, including but not limited to requirements of coordination with other state agencies or with volunteer service programs. Sec. 12. State departments and agencies shall cooperate with the commission in the performance of its functions. The commission may request, and state departments and agencies shall provide, policy and technical information required by the commission in the performance of its functions. This act is ordered to take immediate effect. Co-Clerk of the House of Representatives. Secretary of the Senate. llpproved---------------------------------------------- 4 �MENTOR MICHIGAN Mentor Michigan is a program of the Michigan Community Service Commission. Mentor Michigan: Changing lives, two at a time. Mentor Michigan is dedicated to awakening and nurturing the amazing potential in youth by fostering ongoing, stable relationships with caring adults. We work with mentoring programs throughout the state of Michigan to recruit, retain, and reward mentors, as well as strengthen mentoring partnerships with businesses, faithbased and nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government. Mentor Michigan also sets standards that support high-quality mentoring in Michigan and recognizes the accomplishments of organizations and mentors that support them. Two Councils advise Mentor Michigan The Leadership Council is a group of influential executives, community leaders, and elected officials who overcome barriers to the success of mentoring and uncover new resources for expansion. The statewide Providers Council is a group of directors and coordinators from mentoring programs. With input from mentoring programs, they created Quality Program Standards for Michigan mentoring programs and continue to develop strategies for mentor recruitment and training and technical assistance to programs. National Mentoring Month Mentor Michigan is committed to raising awareness for mentoring in various forms for the good of all mentoring programs statewide. Each January, Mentor Michigan joins the nation in celebrating National Mentoring Month an annual, concentrated burst of national and local media activity combined with extensive community outreach. Connect with Mentor Michigan Log on to the Mentor Michigan website www.mentormichigan.org and bookmark the page for all of the latest Mentor Michigan information and happenings. Stay Informed with the Mentor Michigan Listserv The Mentor Michigan Listserv keeps you informed on what's happening with mentoring programs around the state. Visit www.mentormichigan.org to join the listserv. MICHIGAN MCSC 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 COMMUNITY Phone: (517) 335-4295 Fax: (517) 373-4977 www.michigan.gov/mcsc SERVICE COMMISSION �((' ~or. ~ www .mentormichigan.org Mentor Michigan, led by Governor Jennifer Granholm and First Gentleman Dan Mulhern, is wo~ ri ensure that all youth have ongoing, stable relationships with caring adults. Together with more t n 230 mentoring programs throughout the state, Mentor Michigan supports, strengthens, and sustains men · g by: • Strengthening the capacity of programs through training, research, and forming partnerships with businesses, faith-based and nonprofit organizations, education institutions, and government. • Developing program standards that support high-quality mentoring in~ · • Conducting ua us on the state of mentoring in Michigan . ave IV Census suits, released in ctober 2006, howed that: ~ o Ment · 1zations are servi g 11,7 more children today than in Septemb 200 \ (Census 1). ~ ) o There are 16,382 mentors active in Michig~re than in Septem~ @ Mentor Michigan Achieves Its Mission by: 1. Identifying and securing resources to support the development and sustainability of mentoring programs 2. Recruiting talented and committed mentors and connects them with effective programs that serve youth 3. Developing and enhancing mentoring partnerships with businesses, faith-based and nonprofit organizations, education institutions, and government (including activities such as Mentor Michigan Sunday) 4. Increasing public awareness about mentoring opportunities, needs, and the positive outcomes associated with it 5. Providing training and support for mentoring programs 6. Collecting, tracking, and sharing information about mentoring activities in Michigan 7. Engaging a comprehensive statewide network of mentoring programs 8. Advocating for issues and standards that promote and support high-quality mentoring in Michigan 9. Recognizing the accomplishments of mentors and the organizations that support them I 0. Developing champions to promote and support mentoring throughout the state Get Connected with Mentor Michigan by: • Registering your mentoring program in the web-based Mentor Michigan Directory at www.mentormichigan.org. The directory is used by potential mentors, businesses looking to support mentoring, children looking for mentors, and more. • Joining the Michigan Mentoring Advocacy Network, a grassroots group of organizations and individuals who are interested in educated local, state, and federal policymakers on issues related to mentoring. • Joining the Mentor Michigan Listserv so you can learn what' s happening around the state with mentoring programs. Join the listserv at www.mentormichigan.org. Look in the left margin for listserv registration. M ICHIGA N MCSC COMMUHITY Mentor Michigan Is a program of the Michigan Commun ity Service Commission SERVICE c oMMISSio N 1048 Pierpont, Su ite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 (517) 335-4295 www.michlgan.gov/ mcsc �QUALITY PROGRAM STANDARDS FOR YOUTH MENTORING MICHIGAN COMMISSION Mentor Michigan and its Providers Council believe it is vital for Michigan's mentoring programs to operate with the highest possible quality, so the Mentor Michigan Quality Program Standards for Youth were developed. The Standards are in place in order for youth to receive the most beneficial and productive results from a mentoring relationship. The Standards are not meant to certify or accredit mentoring programs. They provide a planning and assessment framework that raises the bar for mentoring programs. The Standards provide a basis for each program (board, staff, and other constituents) to make a conscious comparison and determination of how the Standards will best meet the needs of youth and families in their service area. The Mentor Michigan Providers Council, a body of 20 mentoring experts from across the state, drafted the Standards from best practices developed by national, state, and local organizations. First Gentleman Daniel G. Mulhern presented the Standards and gathered feedback from mentoring professionals throughout the state at four Regional Trainings in the summer of 2005. Feedback also was gathered from mentoring programs that were unable to have representatives attend a Regional Training. The feedback was incorporated and the Standards finalized by the Mentor Michigan Providers Council in October 2005. B. School-based mentoring programs that provide for weekly contact between mentors and mentees that lasts for a minimum of one academic year. C. A ratio of mentees to mentors of no more than 4:1 for group mentoring, which includes a consistent relationship between the one mentor and the same four mentees. Standard 2: RECRUITMENT PLAN The program has a comprehensive recruitment plan for mentors and mentees. The program also has a system for timely mentor and mentee follow-up and enrollment, which includes the following: A. Strategies that portray accurate expectations, eligibility, and benefits for mentors and mentees. B. Year-round marketing and public relations for mentor recruitment. C. Targeted outreach of mentors and mentees based on program objectives and participant needs. D. Clearly stated program goals and objectives. Standard 1: DEFINmON OF YOUTH MENTORING The program defines mentoring as an ongoing, structured relationship with a trusted individual aimed at developing the competence and potential of the mentee. This relationship includes: E. A written position description outlining roles and responsibilities. F. Volunteer opportunities beyond mentoring available within the organization (i.e., special events, fundraising, outreach, office support, committees, etc.). A. Community-based mentoring programs that provide for consistent contact between mentors and mentees for a minimum of one calendar year. Meetings must occur several times each month for a minimum of four (4) hours per month. 1 �Standard 3: !""'\, C. If the program uses youth mentors, the following apply: ELIGIBILITY SCREENING 1. An application process that includes a parental The program screens mentors and mentees for eligibility. The screening process includes: consent form. 2. Face-to-face interview. A. For Mentees: 3. Reference checks of at least two personal nonrelated 1. A written application, which is reviewed by trained staff or volunteers. 2. Parent/guardian written permission. adults (one from school staff and one person external to school). 4. Agreement to complete training and orientation and meet program expectations. 3. A face-to-face interview between trained staff or volunteer with the youth and family is highly recommended. B. For Mentors: D. Mentor and mentee applications and all relevant data are reviewed for eligibility and acceptance. Standard 4: ORIENTAnON AND TRAINING 1. A written application, which is reviewed by trained staff or volunteers. 2. A face-to-face interview with trained staff or volunteer is highly recommended. 3. Reference checks (personal and professional). 4. A background check which includes: a. State criminal history check by fingerprint The program provides each mentor, mentee, and parent/guardian of mentee orientation with training and support materials. Trained staff or volunteers conduct these sessions, which are held prior to the match. A. The program orientation for mentor, mentee, and parent/guardian clearly outlines the program and includes the following information: 1. Program overview. (ideal) or name. 2. Program description. b. Driving record check and proof of insurance for mentors who will transport youth. 3. Description of mentor and mentee eligibility and time commitment. c. Sex offender registry check. 4. Program benefits and rewards. 5. The following checks are strongly recommended: B. The program training, which takes place in one or multiple a. Child abuse registry check. sessions lasting a minimum of two hours, includes: b. Local criminal history check. 1. A summary of program policies. c. A federal criminal history fingerprint check. 2. Description of roles, responsibilities, and expectations. 6. Organization has a process for rescreening existing volunteers on a regular basis. 7. Suitability criteria that relate to the needs of the target mentee population and the program's statement of purpose. This could include some or all of the following: personality profile, skill identification, gender, age, language and racial requirements, level of education, career interest, motivation for volunteering and academic standing. ~ 8. Agreement to complete training and orientation and meet program expectations. 3. Discussion regarding building a healthy mentoring relationship. 4. Information referral and support services (e.g., libraries, tutoring labs, parks, etc.). 5. Age-appropriate activities for mentee skill development. 6. Cross-cultural and diversity awareness training, including cultural sensitivity and appreciation. 7. Child abuse reporting and recognition, including youth safety issues. 2 �8. Crisis management and problem-solving resources. D. Management of grievances, boundaries, premature match closure, rematching, and interpersonal problem solving. 9. Establishing appropriate boundaries. E. Providing mentors of community-based programs 10. Guidelines regarding confidentiality, risk and liability management. 11. Communication skills. 12. Explanation of site rules, as applicable. 13. Match closure procedures. C. Ongoing training sessions will be provided with appropriate health forms, emergency contacts, and permission forms. Standard 7: MENTOR SUPPORT, RECOGNITION AND RETENTION The program supports mentoring relationships, recognizes volunteers, and has strategies for volunteer retention. These could include: as necessary. A. A kick-off event held on a regular basis (e.g., D. Ample opportunity for interaction with the annually, seasonally) assigned program staff also is provided. B. Ongoing recognition, appreciation activities, Standard 5: MATCHING STRATEGY and celebration. C. Ongoing peer support groups for volunteers, The program has a well-documented matching strategy. This strategy: participants, and others. D. Ongoing training and development. A. Is consistent with the program's statement of purpose. E. Reflection on relevant issues. B. Requires that the mentor and mentee meet regularly as defined by the program expectations. C. Has criteria for matches, including some or all of the following: gender, age, language requirements, availability, disabilities, youth needs, interests, preferences, life experience, and temperament. F. Relevant and timely information dissemination. G. Making mentors aware of volunteer opportunities for mentors and mentees, such as Make a Difference Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, etc. H. Providing networking opportunities for mentors with D. Includes signed statements of understanding that all involved parties (e.g., mentor, mentee, parent/guardian, program) agree to the conditions of the match and the mentoring relationship. appropriate resource organizations. I. Newsletters, annual reports, and other correspondence with mentors, mentees, supporters, and funders to share program accomplishments. E. Matches one trained mentor with no more than four youth for group mentoring. J. Structured activities or processes to ease anxieties that may occur at match meetings. Standard 6: MATCH MONITORING PROCESS K. Social gatherings for matches. The program maintains a process that monitors and supports mentoring matches. This process includes: Standard 8: MATCH CLOSURE A. Consistent communication between staff, The program has a process for effective match closure, which documents: mentors, and mentees. B. Maintenance of a confidential file containing ~ documentation of the application, screening, staff follow-up and input on match, and mentor input on match. A. Exit interviews, including efforts and outcomes, between: l. Mentee and staff. 2. Mentor and staff. C. Input from mentee, mentor, family, community partners, and/or others significant in the mentee's life. 3. Mentor and mentee. 3 �B. Parent/guardian notification and communication, ~"'.. when applicable. D. Written procedures and a fund development plan that allows for diversified resources to support and sustain the program. C. A clearly stated written policy describing appropriate future contacts between mentor and mentee. D. Assistance in defining process for achieving personal E. Written eligibility requirements for program participants. F. Registration with Mentor Michigan. goals for mentees. G. A comprehensive system for managing program E. A process for re-engaging the volunteer as a mentor or in other areas of the program. Standard 9: PROGRAM EVALUAnON The program conducts an evaluation process, which includes both process and outcome evaluation. A. The process evaluation determines the overall effectiveness of the program including tracking program activities such as mentor and mentee recruitment, screening, orientation, placement, matching system, training, support, and mentor retention. Demographic information for mentors and mentees should be included. information including finances, personnel records, program activity, mentor/mentee matches, and program evaluation. H. A public relations and communications plan to educate the community, stakeholders, and other target markets about the need for mentoring and the value of the mentoring program. This plan includes mentor recruitment. Standard 11 : GOVERNANCE The program has a governance structure that includes a volunteer (non-compensated) board of directors or advisory council with established governance practices. The following governance items are in place: A. Board member roles and responsibilities. B. Outcome evaluation measures changes in the ~ program participants. B. A well-defined mission. Outcome measures for youth should relate to positive youth development and track specific indicators such as school success, improvement in social skills, reduction in risk-taking behaviors, etc. C. Established operating policy. D. Established structure for program oversight. E. A written, current strategic planning document that C. Based on evaluation findings, the program reflects includes community input. and refines the program design and operation. F. Written administrative and program policies, including D. Evaluation findings are reported to key stakeholders within the program and the community. Standard 10: ORGANIZAnONAL MANAGEMENT The program has established organizational management practices and a prudent and reasonable rationale for staffing based on the program's statement of purpose and goals, needs of mento~ and mentees, available community resources, staff and volunteer skill level, and ability to meet the Mentor Michigan Quality Program Standards. These practices include: A. Paid or volunteer staff with appropriate skills to complete necessary program functions. B. Written position descriptions for all staff and ~ volunteers. risk management, confidentiality, conflict of interest, human resources, and financial management. G. Liability insurances (director and officer, general, volunteer, etc.) H. Adequate financial and in-kind resources. (for more information on organizational management and governance, see Basic Infrastructure Checklist from Michigan Nonprofit Association for fulllisting) 1: "Basic Infrastructure Checklist" (http://www.mnaonline. org/pdf/infrastructure.pdf) and "Principles & Practices for Nonprofit Excellence in Michigan" (http://www.mnaonline. org/pdf/principles.pdf) 1 Principles & Practices for Nonprofit Excellence in Michigan and Basic Infrastructure Checklist For registered nonprofit organizations in Michigan, Michigan Nonprofit Association. April 2005. C. Composition of personnel, volunteers, and program participants that reflects the diversity of the community, as appropriate for program effectiveness. 4 Union~o~ �('(' 'AA~or. ~ www.mentormichigan.org Talking Points 2007 Mentor Michigan is working with mentoring programs statewide to ensure that all youth have ongoing, stable relationships with caring adults. • More than 500,000 children in Michigan could benefit from having a mentor. Currently, only about 35,000 children are being formally mentored. • Still, Mentor Michigan's latest Census reports the highest number of children with mentors in Mentor Michigan's history, as well as a record number of mentors in the state. Mentoring organizations are serving 11,709 more children today than in September 2004 (Census 1). There are 16,382 mentors active in Michigan-7,274 more than in September 2004. • Ninety-six percent of the people who mentor with formal mentoring programs would recommend it to others. • Mentoring changes lives two at a time. Both the mentee and the mentor benefit from the relationship .. • Local mentoring organizations have a great need for male mentors, particularly men of color. o A recent study released by Kahle Research Solutions Inc. showed that only 35 percent of mentors in Michigan are men. The study also showed that while 44 percent of the mentees are children of color, only 30 percent of the mentors are people of color, a disparity that creates a dilemma for mentoring programs trying to match children with mentors from the same ethnic and gender backgrounds. • Women mentors outnumber male mentors nearly two to one. (Currently 65 percent of mentors are female, while 35 percent are male). • Become a mentor and make a serious commitment! A successful mentoring relationship lasts for at least one year and meets for at least one hour per week. MICHIGAN COMMI.N1Y !~SP~erpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 coMMissioN (517) 335-4295 www.michigan.gov/mcsc Mentor Michigan is a program of the Michigan Community Service Commission SERVICE �( L"M~tor. ,.,ucHIGAN ~ WMN .mentormlehlgan.org MENTOR MICHIGAN CENSUS KEY FINDINGS VVaveJV: August31,2006 The Mentor Michigan Census is a survey of organizations operating mentoring programs in the state of Michigan. The primary purpose of the Census is to understand the scope and nature of mentoring and mentoring organizations in Michigan. There have been four waves of the Census. Wave I collected information from January 1, 2004 through August 31, 2004. Wave II was September 1, 2005 through February 28, 2005. Wave Ill covered information from January 1, 2005 through August 31, 2005. And Wave IV represents data gathered from September 1, 2005 through August 31, 2006. Wave IV had the largest response in the history of the Census. It represents the responses of 137 organizations operating 265 distinct mentoring programs in 39 out of 83 Michigan counties. This is 58 percent of all organizations in the Mentor Michigan Registry. This document includes only the Key Findings from Wave IV. To view the four reports on Wave IV, visit www.mentormichiqan.org and click on "Program Resources." Wave IV records highest number of mentored youth and active mentors in Census history. • ~. • More than an estimated 35,000 Michigan youth benefited from having a mentor as of August 31, 2006. Mentoring organizations are serving 11,709 more children today than in September 2004. Wave IV shows 16,382 active mentors in Michigan, an increase of nearly 7,500 mentors since September 2004. Gender/Race of Mentors and Mentees • Wave IV found that male mentors are still in short supply. While there has been a 2 percent increase in male mentors, women are 65 percent of mentors. Thirty-one percent of youth served are male and 69 percent are female. • There has been a slight increase (2 percent) in African-American mentors since Wave Ill. Of mentees, 56 percent are Caucasian, 33 percent are African American, 6 percent are Hispanic, and all other races are 3 percent or less. Other Other Arab-American Arab-American Asian-American Asian-American Native American Native American Hispanic Hispanic African-American African-American Caucasian Caucasian 0% 20% 40% Mentor Race 60% 80% 0% 20% 40% Mentee Race 60% 80% �,-A~ Arntor. ( ('_-o www.mentormicnigan.org Types of Mentoring One-to-one mentoring continues to outpace other types of mentoring. l!!IOne to One •Group CPeer Still, team mentoring has grown by 15 percent since Census Wave Ill to become the second most popular type of mentoring. CTeam • E-Mentoring • Team mentoring consists of a group of adults mentoring a group of youth, with no more than a 1:4 ratio. • Group mentoring consists of one adult and no more than four youth. • Peer mentoring is one-on-one mentoring between peers, such as a high school student mentoring an elementary school student. Mentor Michigan Quality Program Standards for Youth As a result of reviewing the Mentor Michigan Quality Program Standards for Youth, programs reported an increase in mentor screening methods and mentor training, as well a decrease in the ratio of mentees to mentors. AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps*VISTA Members • AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps*VISTA members are making a positive impact on mentoring organizations. During Wave IV, there were 63 members working with mentor organizations. Seventy-two percent of programs responding to the Census gave AmeriCorps members a very satisfied rating, while 78 percent gave AmeriCorps*Vista members the same. • The mentor programs credit the members with increases in youth served, mentor recruitment, and funding for mentor programs. Seventy-one percent of programs reported an increase in mentor recruitment, 66 percent in partnership development, and 63 percent in community awareness. A number of mentor programs also said that they were able to expand their services due to these additions to their staff. Mentoring Organizations and Their Partnerships and Collaborative Groups Mentor Michigan encourages mentoring organizations to collaborate with many different partners (businesses, government agencies, schools, etc.) to support youth mentoring. Seventy-five percent of responding organizations say that the greatest benefit of partnerships is greater community awareness of their programs and their programs' needs. ~ Also, more than half of mentoring organizations added that these relationships increased mentor recruitment (59 percent), resources (55 percent), and in-kind services (53 percent), as well as improvements to program quality (53 percent). ��PROVIDERS COUNCIL LIST 2006-2007 .CHAIRPERSON Ms. Julie Chapin· MSU Extension - 4-H Youth Development East Lansing MEMBERS Ms. Pamela Barclay Central Michigan University Volunteer Center Mt. Pleasant Edward J. Hagan Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Lansing Lansing Mr. Thomas E. Barnum Big Brothers Big Sisters Kalamazoo Ginna Holmes Alma Public Schools Explore After School Program Alma Lisa Bottomley MSU Extension Journey Grand Haven Ms. Janelle Burden Arbor Circle ~and Rapids Mary Sue Christian Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan Traverse City Mr. Frank Cox MSU Extension - Muskegon County 4-H Programs Muskegon Peg Cramer Kentwood Public Schools Kentwood Jerry Dash Volunteer in Prevention, Probation and Prisons Detroit Ms. Trish Fiebing Traverse City Area Public Schools Traverse City Mr. Wade F.W. Forde Andrews University Berrien Springs ~- Virgil Gulker "'IDS HOPE USA Holland Sunkrea Jackson lntonjane Training Institute Detroit Ms. Jayne Letts Big Brothers Big Sisters of Marquette County Negaunee Ms. Michelle Malamis Jewish Family Service West Bloomfield Kris Marshall Winning Futures Warren Ms. Mary Schusterbauer Oakland County Circuit Court- Family Division Pontiac Ms. Erin Skelly-Smith Jackson Nonprofit Support Center Jackson Ms. Reta Stanley Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint Flint Carol L. Touchinski President and CEO Strategic Solutions Marquette �PROVIDER COUNCIL CONTACT LIST 2006-2007 Ms. Pamela Barclay Graduate Assistant Central Michigan University Volunteer Center Bovee UC 107 Mt. Pleasant, Michigan 48859 Phone: (989) 774-7685 Fax: (989) 774-2153 Email: barcl1ps@cmich.edu Ms. Mary Sue Christian Executive Director Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan 856 East Eighth Street Traverse City, Michigan 49686 Phone: (231) 932-7810 Fax: (231) 932-7820 Email: mchristian@bbbsnwmi.org Mr. Thomas E. Barnum Community Developer Big Brothers Big Sisters 3501 Covington Road Kalamazoo, Michigan 49001 Phone: (269) 382-6800 Fax: (269) 382-4108 Email: tombarnum@bbbscommunity.org Mr. Frank Cox Extension Educator1 4H Youth Development MSU Extension - Muskegon County 4-H Programs 635 Ottawa Street Muskegon, Michigan 49442-1016 Phone: (231) 724-4738 Fax: (231) 724-4409 Email: coxf@msu.edu ~· Lisa Bottomley MSU Extension Journey Program 333 Clinton Street Grand Haven, Michigan 49417 Phone: (616) 846-8250 Fax: (616) 846-0655 Email: lbottoml@msu.edu Ms. Peg Cramer Mentor Coordinator Kentwood Public Schools 2461 60th Avenue SE Kentwood, Michigan 49508 Phone: (616) 871-1080 Fax: (616) 871-1081 Email: mccramer@chartermi.net Ms. Janelle Burden Mentoring Services Coordinator/Chairperson Arbor Circle 1115 Ball Avenue, NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49505 Phone: (616) 451-3001 Fax: (616) 451-8779 Email: jburden@arborcircle.org Mr. Jerry Dash President and CEO Volunteer in Prevention, Inc. 28 West Adams, Suite 1310 Detroit, Michigan 48226 Phone: (313) 964-1110 Fax: (313) 964-1145 Email: jdash@vipmentoring.org ~ension Educator, 4H Youth Mentoring Ms. Trish Fiebing Volunteer Coordinator Traverse City Area Public Schools 412 Webster, P.O. Box 32 Traverse City, Michigan 49685-0032 Phone: (231) 933-5654 Fax: (231) 922-1782 Email: fiebingtr@admin.tcaps.net Ms. Julie Chapin Program Leader MSU Extension - 4-H Youth Development 160 Agriculture Hall - MSU East Lansing, Michigan 48824 ~ne: (517) 432-7608 (517) 353-6748 . ..~x: Email: chapin@msu.edu 1 �Mr. Wade F.W. Forde Associate Chaplain ~ndrews University " 'so Maplewood Court, Apt. H 62 Berrien Springs, Michigan 49103 Phone: (909) 633-3458 Email: forde@andrews.edu Ms. Michelle Malamis Program Director, Mentor Connection Jewish Family Service 6555 West Maple Road West Bloomfield, Michigan 48322 Phone: (248) 592-2651 Fax: (248) 592-2660 Email: mmalamis@jfsdetroit.org Dr. Virgil Gulker Executive Director and Founder KIDS HOPE USA 192 East 7tt1 Street Holland, Michigan 49422 Phone: (616) 546-3580 Fax: (616) 546-3586 Email: vgulker@kidshopeusa .org Ms. Kris Marshall President/CEO Mentoring Solutions 27500 Cosgrove Warren, Michigan 48092 Phone: ( 586) 698-4417 Fax: (586) 698-4532 Email: kris@mentoringsolutions.org Mr. Edward Hagan Executive Director Big Brothers Big Sisters Michigan Capital Region 1235-A Center Street Lansing, Michigan 48906 Phone: (517) 372-0160 Fax: (517) 372-3130 Email: edh@bigimpactmidmi.com Ms. Mary Schusterbauer Chief- Oakland County Youth Assistance Oakland County Circuit Court - Family Division 1200 North Telegraph, Dept. 452 Pontiac, Michigan 48341 Phone: (248) 858-0055 Fax: (248) 858-1493 Email: schusterbauerm@oakgov .com ~. Ginna Holmes Project Director Alma Public Schools Explore After School Program 1500 North Pine Avenue Alma, Michigan 48801 Phone: (989) 463-3111 x6265 Fax: (989) 466-7612 Email: gholmes@almaschools.net Ms. Erin Skelly-Smith Executive Director Jackson Nonprofit Support Center 1100 Clinton Road, Suite 215 Jackson, Michigan 49202 Phone: (517) 796-4750 Fax: (517) 796-5981 Email: erin@jacksonnonprofit.org Sunkrea Jackson Director Intonjane Training Institute 19500 Pierson Road Detroit, Michigan 48219-2049 Phone: (313) 347-2830 Fax: (313) 347-2831 Ms. Reta Stanley Chief Executive Officer Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint 410 East Second Street Flint, Michigan 48502 Phone: (810) 235-0617 Email: retastanley@bigbrothersbigsistersflint.org Email: Intonjane@hotmail.com or jacksonrevsun@aol.com Dr. Carole Touchinski President and CEO Strategic Solutions 1123 Presque Isle Avenue Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906)869-1577 Fax: (906) 228-4088 Email: doctouchinski@aol.com Ms. Jayne Letts Executive Director Big Brothers Big Sisters of Marquette County 101 Pioneer Avenue ~gaunee, Michigan 49866 t'hone: (906) 475-7801 Fax: (906) 475-7443 Email: jletts@chartermi. net 2 �MCSC Staff Contacts ~. Amber Reiss Mentor Michigan Coordinator Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone: (517) 241-3493 Fax: (517) 373-4977 Email: reissa@michigan .gov Ms. Paula Kaiser Van Dam Deputy Director Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone: (517) 373-1376 Fax: (517) 373-4977 Email: kaiserp@michigan.gov Ms. Kathie Vasilion Administrative Assistant Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 ~nsing, Michigan 48913 ,.. 1one: (517) 373-4200 Fax: (517) 373-4977 Email: vasilionk@michigan.gov 3 ��LEADERSHIP COUNCIL 2006 Mr. Kip Bohne Marketing and Promotion Manager WSYM TV FOX 47 600 W. St. Joseph Suite 4 7 Lansing Ml 48933 Phone: (517) 702-3149 Fax: (517) 484-3144 Email: kbohne@journalbroadcastgroup.com Mr. Joseph Crawford Editorial Page Editor Grand Rapids Press 155 Michigan, N.W. Grand Rapids, Ml 49503 Phone: (616) 222-5483 Fax: (616) 222-5212 Email: jcrawford@grpress.com Mr. James Dreyer Ms. Joyce Hayes-Giles DTE Energy 2000 Second Avenue, Suite 2435 WCB Detroit, Ml48226 Phone: (313) 235-7306 Fax: (313) 235-0930 Cell: (313) 220-0861 Email: hayes-gilesj@dteenergy.com Asst: Karen Reed (313) 235-3660 reedk@dteenergy.com Mr. Smallwood Holoman Jr. Manager of Dow Promise The Dow Chemical Company 2020 Dow Center Midland, Ml48674 Phone: (989) 636-9448 Fax: (989) 636-0262 Email: Sholomanjr@dow.com ~President Event Marketing Enterprises, Inc. 7671 Wilson Avenue SW Byron Center, Ml 49315 Phone: (616) 878-1650 Home: (616) 878-9871 Email: emeinc@peoplepc.com Mr. Michael Fezzey President and General Manager WJR Radio Fisher Building - Suite 800 3011 W. Grand Blvd. Detroit, Ml48202 Phone: (313) 873-9717 Fax: (313) 875-3519 Email: michael.d.fezzey@abc.com Asst: Velma Matthews (313) 873-9740 Velma.j.matthews@abc.com ~ Ms. Linda Gillum Adjunct Faculty University of Michigan Medical School 2737 Turtle Shores Drive Bloomfield Hills, Ml 48302 Phone: (248) 338-9077 home Fax: (248) 338-9078 Cell: (248) 568-9994 Email: lgillum 1@yahoo.com Ms. Denise llitch Clark Hill PLC 500 Woodward Avenue, Suite 3500 Detroit, Ml 48226 Phone: (313) 965-8578 Fax: (313) 965-8252 Cell: (586) 854-4060 Email: dilitch@clarkhill.com or deniseilitch@aol.com Asst: Gevi Louie (313) 965-8319 glouie@clarkhill. com Dr. Harry Knopke President Emeritus Aquinas College PO Box 68007 Grand Rapids, Ml49516 Phone: (616) 540-4094 cell Email: knopkhar@aquinas.edu �"" MCSC/Mentor Michigan Staff Contact: Mr. John S. Lore Consultant, Corporate Development Detroit Medical Center 253 Jennison Place Bay City, Ml 48708 Phone: (313) 407-1925 cell (989) 891-9314 Fax: (989) 891-9315 Email: jlore@dmc.org or johnslore@chartermi.net Mr. Daniel Piepszowski Vice President of Programs New Detroit 3011 W. Grand Blvd, Suite 1200 Detroit, Ml48202 Phone:(313) 664-2014 Fax: (313) 664-2071 Cell: (313) 689-0171 Email: danielp@newdetroit.org Ms. Patricia Ryan O'Day Marquette Monthly " " 424 East Hewitt Avenue Marquette, Ml 49855 Phone: (906) 226-6500 (w) (906) 228-8315 (h) Fax: (906) 226-9696 E-mail: patryanoday@chartermi.net Ms. Geneva Williams President and CEO City Connect Detroit 163 Madison Street, Third Floor Detroit, Ml 48226 Phone:(313) 963-9814 Fax: (313) 963-9723 Email: Geneva@cityconnectdetroit.org Asst: Anna Goree anna@cityconnectdetroit.org Ms. Paula Kaiser VanDam Acting Executive Director Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone:(517) 373-1376 Fax: (517) 373-4977 Email: kaiserp@michigan.gov Ms. Mary Grill Director of Communications Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone:(517) 335-7875 Fax: (517)373-4977 Email: grillm@michigan.gov Ms. Janice Harvey Executive Assistant Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone:(517) 373-4998 Fax: (517) 241-3869 Email: harveyj 1@michigan.gov Ms. Amber Reiss Mentor Michigan Coordinator Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone: (517) 241-3493 Fax: (517) 373-4977 Email: reissa@michigan.gov �MICHIGAN'S AMERICORPS PROGRAM ROSTER 2006-2007 PROGRAM YEAR Catholic Family Services -A Great Start Michael Kim 960 Agard, Ste. 104 Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Cell: (269) 757-1671 Phone: (269) 925-1234 Fax: (269) 925-4275 Email: michaelkiml@,catholicfamilyservices.org Faith in Youth Program Robyn Afrik, Program Director Good Samaritan Ministries 513 E. 8th Street, Ste. 2 Holland, Michigan 49423 Phone: (616) 392-7159 Fax: (616) 392-5889 Email: rafrik@goodsamministries.com Char-Em lSD AmeriCorps Program Dennis Halverson, Program Director Charlevoix-Emmet Co lSD 08568 Mercer Boulevard Charlevoix, Michigan 49720 Phone: (231) 54 7-994 7 Fax: (231) 547-5621 Email: halversondl@,charemisd.org Ionia County AmeriCorps Amy Buckingham, Program Director Ionia County lSD 2191 Harwood Road Ionia, Michigan 48846 Phone: (616) 527-4900 x1266 Fax: (616) 527-4731 Email: abuckingham@ioniaisd.org City Year Detroit Nicole Byrd, Program & Service Director One Ford Place, Ste. IF Detroit, Michigan 48202 Phone: (313) 874-6825 Fax: (313) 874-6883 Email: Nbyrd@cityyear.org Downriver CARES AmeriCorps Joseph Spain, Program Manager The Guidance Center 15601 Northline Southgate, Michigan 48195 Phone: (734) 785-7705 x7209 Fax: (734) 285-5467 Email: jspain@guidance-center.org Explore Experience Achieve Through 4-H Mento ring Julie Chapin, Program Director Michigan State University 178 Agriculture Hall East Lansing, Michigan 48824-1046 Phone: (517) 432-7608 Fax: (517) 355-6748 Email: chapin@msu.edu Jumpstart Michigan Karina Kelly, Program Director 550 W. Washington Blvd., Suite 200 Chicago, IL 60661 Phone: (312) 575-0641 Fax: (312) 873-4054 Email: karina.Kelly@jstart.org Child's Hope & Jumpstart Pattie Skelly 4901 Evergreen Road Dearborn, Michigan 48128 Phone: (313) 583-6401 Email: jumpstart@umd.umich.edu Eastern Michigan University Christie Cadmus EMU Student Center RM 340K Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 Phone: (734) 487-6912 Email: ccadmus@emich.edu MARESA- Michigan's AmeriCorps Joe Zahn, Program Director Marquette-Alger RESA 321 E. Ohio Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 226-5130 Fax: (906) 226-5141 Email: jzahn@maresa.k12.mi.us �Mentor Michigan AmeriCorps Amanda Schafer, Interim Program Manager Connect Michigan Alliance 1048 Pierpont, Suite 3 Lansing, Michigan 48911 Phone: (517) 492-2440 Fax: (517) 492-2444 Email :aschafer@connectmichiganall iance.org Neighborhood Youth Development Katie Warren, Program Director Camp Fire USA 1257 East Beltline NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525 Phone: (616) 949-2500 x30 Fax: (616) 949-7081 Email: katie. warren@campfireusawmc.org Michigan AmeriCorps Partnership Addell Austin Anderson, Program Director University of Michigan- Detroit Center Orchestra Place 3663 Woodward Ave., Suite 150 Detroit, Michigan 48201 Phone: (313) 593-0937 Fax: (313) 831-2016 Email: addell@umich.edu Readetroit Corps Pandora Brown Communities In Schools of Detroit 5830 Field Detroit, Michigan 48213 Phone: (313) 571-3400 Fax: (313) 571-3404 Email: pandorabrown@cisdetroit.org Michigan Habitats AmeriCorps Jason Vance, Program Director Debi Drick, Program Director Habitat for Humanity 1500 W. Grand River, Ste. B Williamston, Michigan 48895 Phone: (517) 655-1872 Fax: (517)485-1509 Email: jvance@inghamhabitat.org ddrick@habitatmichigan.org Michigan Groundwater Stewardship Program Suzanne Ebright, Program Director PO Box 30017 Lansing, Michigan 48909 Phone: (517) 241-2154 Fax: (517) 335-3329 Email: ebrights@michigan.gov Michigan Service Scholars Ryan Fewins, Program Director Michigan Campus Compact 1048 Pierpont, Ste. 3 Lansing, Michigan 48911 Phone: (517) 492-2424 Fax: (517) 492-2444 Email: rfewins@connectmichiganalliance.org MPCA Community HealthCorps John Taylor Michigan Primary Care Association 7215 W estshire Drive Lansing, Michigan 4891 7 Phone: (517) 3 81-8000 x229 Fax: (517) 381-8008 Email: jtaylor@mpca.net Superior AmeriCorps Michelle LaCourt, Program Coordinator BHK Child Development Board 700 Park A venue Houghton, Michigan 49931 Phone: (906) 482-3663 Fax: (906) 482-7329 Email: mrlacour@bhkfirst.org The Smart Choice Project Tracy Cleveland Boys and Girls Club Benton Harbor 1200 E. Main Street Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Phone: (269) 926-8766 Fax: (269) 934-8536 Email: bgclubvol@parrett.net Together We Prepare Jordan O'Neil, Program Director American Red Cross of West Central Michigan 1050 Fuller A venue, NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503-1304 Phone: (616) 456-8661 x 3503 Fax: (616) 235-2355 Email: joneil@redcrosswcm.org Volunteer Muskegon's AmeriCorps Angela Sullivan, Program Director Volunteer Muskegon 880 Jefferson, Suite A Muskegon, Michigan 49440 Phone: (231) 722-6600 x15 Fax: (231) 722-6611 Email: americorps@volunteermuskegon.org �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE MICHIGAN'S AMERICORPS COMMISSION The $5.2 million investment being made in the 21 Michigan's AmeriCorps' programs results in changed1ives-the lives of AmeriCorps members and the lives ofthose they serve. AmeriCorps is similar to a domestic Peace Corps. Individuals, called members, are housed within nonprofit organizations, schools, and other agencies throughout our state. Each program sets its own goals to help meet local needs. • The AmeriCorps members are building houses, mentoring children, teaching conflict resolution, recruiting volunteers, implementing homeland security activities, and more. • During the 2006-07 program year, the 21 programs are engaging 945 members in a variety of activities focusing on the environment, education, public safety, and human needs. • On average, each Michigan's AmeriCorps member recruits 28 volunteers to help strengthen his or her community-in 2005-06 that was more than 25,000 volunteers. Each volunteer contributed more than six hours of service. AmeriCorps funding may be available for organizations in your community. Funding is usually granted in three-year cycles with renewal funding based upon successful completion of annual goals. Michigan's AmeriCorps grants traditionally average $250,000 each and require match funds. Do you know a potential AmeriCorps member? AmeriCorps members are dedicated individuals at least 17 years of age who want to make a difference in their community. Potential members can find out more about AmeriCorps by calling (800) 942-2677 or visiting www.americorps.org. They can find the Michigan programs by clicking on "AmeriCorps in Your State" and selecting Michigan. �~ 2006-07 Michigan's AmeriCorps IRON • • DICKINSON • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •• •• • • • I • •• • • • • • •• • • • • OSCODA ISTEE WEXFORD MISSAUKEE OGEMAW LAKE OSCEOLA a..ARE GLADWIN NEWAYGO MECOSTA ISABELLA MIDLAND MONTCALM GRATIOT IONIA CLINTON KENT • Michigan'sAmeriCorps member(s) serve this county OAKLAND • Michigan'sAmeriCorps host site(s) are located in this county BARRY KALAMAZOO STJOSEPH EATON CALHOUN BRANCH INGHAM JACKSON HILLSDALE UVINGS WASHTENAW LENAWEE Updated: January 11,2007 �- MICHIGAN COMMLIHITY SERVICE COMMISSION AMERICORPS RAMP PROJECT ACCOMPLISHES WHAT OTHERS COULDN'T Heartbroken is the only word to describe the feeling Kevin Mullins and his family had when he lost his leg and his job. Kevin was hospitalized with a serious infection that culminated in the amputation of his leg. Thus began a nightmare of skyrocketing hospitalization costs, as the hospital would not allow Kevin to__~ome home until an access ramp was installed. A ramp, which costs $5,000- $7,000 when built-: ,,_ by a private contractor, was out of reach for the Mullins. Kevin began preparation to move to a nursing home. ~ Kevin's wife, Colleen, contacted more than 50 agencies looking for help. Finally, she connected with the Community Builders Corps, an AmeriCorps program that builds ramps for individuals for the cost of materials-approximately $1 ,500. As the Mullins were already fmancially strapped, even this amount was too much. Kevin Mullins arrives home, thanks to the Community Builders Corps. The AmeriCorps members would not give up on Kevin. They asked local lumberyards for help. Brooks Lumber in Detroit offered the materials at their cost ($1 ,200), but the Mullins still could not pay that amount. They were discussing the situation in Kevin's hospital room one night when the patient in the next bed overheard their conversation. The patient called his son. The next day the son came to visit Kevin and offered to pay for the materials to build the ramp. Four days later, the ramp was completed and Kevin Mullins went home. Young Detroit Builders recently received a $176,419 grant from the Michigan Community Service Commission to continue the Community Builders Corps program in 2002-2003. This program enrolls 14 full-time AmeriCorps members to: • • • • Build at least 30 wheelchair ramps for disabled individuals Mak~ adaptation improvements to the home of 40 low-income seniors or disabled persons Provide outdoor services (clean windows and gutters, rake leaves, pick up trash, etc.) for approximately 50 low-income, disabled individuals Respond to at least 30 requests from the Community Policing Office (see below) Community Builders Corps' newest partner is the Detroit's 4th Precinct Community Policing Office. This project helps people whose homes have been burglarized. Break-ins often result in a broken doorjamb or shattered windows, leaving the victims feeling vulnerable to another attack. AmeriCorps members are now on call to make repairs so families can remain in their homes with an increased sense of security. �- e MICHIGAN ~ COMMUNITY SERVICE AMERICORPS MEMBERS BUILD HOPE By Joshua Brugger COMMISSION As an AmeriCorps member, I learned valuable lessons about the importance of hope. I came to believe .that every day it was my job to help people find hope-to coax it, to prod it, to bring it out of its hiding place and into the light. This past year, I was an AmeriCorps member with Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity in Holland. Working alongside many voluntee~) helpe~ bui_ld a dozen simple and decent homes. These new homes brought hope to families. Sometimes the days were long and difficult. I spent days of 11, 12, and 13 hours painting and roofing in the hot summer sun. I also dug water line trenches through frozen earth in December to meet a New Year's Day deadline. One of my favorite memories of my AmeriCorps year was a project I did with the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Holland. I taught a woodworking class to teenagers. Classes included lessons in safety, learning about tools and materials, and the opportunity to build something. Something like a toolbox, birdhouse, or bug habitat. Now on one particular day, I thought that I'd really wow the kids. So, what did I do? I brought power tools with me! After receiving permission from the Boys and Girls Club, I came to class ready with a drill, a circular saw, and a 2x 10 board that was 6 feet long. This was going to be a great class! A teen builds her own birdhouse as part of the. BGCH!Habitat project. I had several students help me carry in all of the equipment. As they did, they paraded the power tools in front of their friends-eager to show that they were special because they got to carry the drill or the saw. Class began. Kids were lined up outside the door, peering through the windows, climbing over each other so they could see. Every seat was filled. Excitement was in the air. It was like being on the set "of Tool Time. I laid that 2xl 0 out on the table. Donned my s~fety glasses. Measured and strategically marked off the spot I would cut. As a trained member of Habitat for Humanity, I do know that a 7 %''titanium tipped plywood blade is terrific for cutting plywood or siding. But I don't know why I didn't remember that it doesn't work so well when cutting through a piece of#2 pine. After the smoke cleared, the kids and I all had a great laugh-! I'll never forget that day. And I'll never forget the day four months later, when those same kids built a ramp for a 7-year-old boy with spina bifida. They learned a lesson about hope that day because they gave hope and happiness to that young boy and his family. ~ So now I encourage everyone to plant hope. Hope makes change happen. It may not happen overnight. It may take years to grow. I believe the hope I planted during my year as an AmeriCorps member is still making a difference in the lives of the people in Holland today. �MICHIGAN COMMOHITY SERVICE MICHIGAN'S AMERICORPS MEMBERS CHANGE LIVES COMMISSION What I Have Learned Through AmeriCorps by Robyn E. Hall, AmeriCorps Oakland AmeriCorps is amazing and an ex~~lence-th~t ev~ryone should have. The impact that it has on children is incredible. While they may not ahvays. remember my name, they know that I am there to help. The trust and confidence they have in me is overwhelming. They believe in me, and as a result, I have learned to believe in me, as well. I have learned that all things are possible, and that I can accomplish whatever I set out to achieve. Children seem to have a way about them that can brighten my day and remind me that one bad day isn't the end of the world. Through AmeriCorps, I have grown as a person. I have learned to become more independent and self-motivated. I have learned to find work to do, rather than wait around doing nothing. I have become more assertive and have learned to be a leader. I have learned to rise up to meet the challenges that present themselves. AmeriCorps has been a wonderful experience, and I can't wait to see what lay ahead for me. This poem that I wrote really sums it up: I have learned to give, and to smile, To believe in others, as well as myself. I have learned to be patient and listen, To care, to love and to laugh. I have learned that I can make a difference, One child at a time, I can change their world. And they can change mine. I have learned that not every d~y will go perfectly, And sometimes I will get stressed and frustrated. But I have learned that laughter can go a long way. I have learned more than I could ever explain, . Except to say, I have learned to truly live. Robyn Hall is an Oakland University freshman and first year member with AmeriCorps Oakland. She is from Shelby Township and serves at Mark Twain Elementary School in Pontiac. AmeriCorps Oakland enrolls 40 part-time AmeriCorps members to assist the neighboring community of Pontiac meet their education goals. Members serve in Pontiac elementary schools tutoring students grades 1-3 to improve their reading and writing abilities. After school and throughout the summer, members provide education-based enrichment programs teaching children to enjoy science, ~ math, and geography by designing activities and field trips where the children learn while having fun. · In 2002, Oakland AmeriCorps members tutored 450 children and provided programs like conflict resolution, character education, and substance abuse prevention for 998 youth. �Success by Six Pleases Parents Below is an excerpt from a letter received by the Success by Six program coordinator. This family received home visiting parent education from AmeriCorps members. Dear Ms. Fairchild: Our son, Jakob, is almost'three_ye,ars old and has a 50% speech and language delay compounded with sensory problems. Like so many other parents, we were unable to take our son into the classroom because of our work schedules. Your program was the only way we could get our son the help he needed. You were able to meet with us at any time, day, or place. We have been working with two of the nicest women and they have played a big part in all of our son's milestones. He now has a much longer attention span and is more willing to cooperate and learn. He follows directions much better and is now able to complete many different learning activities. Not only have they helped our son learn how to communicate, they've helped us learn how to teach him. They offer help, advice, and support to families who have no idea what resources are available to them. We have received parenting skills training and attended workshops to learn ·a wide variety of activities that both stimulate and broaden children's learning ability. It was easy for us to attend the workshops because food and daycare is provided. I hope our son gets well enough not to need their services for much longer, but I'm comforted by the fact that they will still be here if he needs them. I just hope this program will be available for other parents and children who need the help, too. Thank you! Branch Intermediate School District's Success by Six Program enrolls ten full-time AmeriCorps members to provide child development and parent education for families with children prenatal to six years of age. Members are trained in two nationally recognized models: Parents As Teachers (PAT) and Healthy Families America (HFA). Members provide services that are child-centered, familyfocused, and are available to all families in Branch County. Members provide services to children and parents in the family's home and group settings. During the 2001-02 program year, Success by Six AmeriCorps members provided parent education to 129 families through home visits, served 375 parents through monthly group meetings, and offered 31 parent education classes on topics such as fire safety, budgeting, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. ��- MICHIGAN COMMU~ITY MICHIGAN'S AMERICORPS ROSTER SERVICE 2006-2007 COMMISSION $331,045 AMERICORPS TOGETHER WE PREPARE Jordan O'Neil, Program Director American Red Cross of West Central Michigan 1050 Fuller Avenue, NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503-1304 Phone: (616) 456-8661 ext. 3503 Fax: (616) 232-2355 Email: joneil@redcrosswcm.org County(ies) Served: Alpena, Arenac, Barry, Bay, Benzie, Branch, Cass, Calhoun, Clinton, Crawford, Eaton, Grand Traverse, Gratiot, Huron, Ingham, Ionia, Iosco, Kalamazoo, Kalkaska, Kent, Leelanau, Livingston, Missaukee, Monroe, Montcalm, Monroe, Montmorency, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon, St. Joseph, Sanilac, Shiawassee, Tuscola, and Washtenaw, Wexford, The AmeriCorps Together We Prepare program (ATWP) engage 25 full-time members at eleven of Michigan's American Red Cross Chapters to provide disaster preparedness services to 41 Michigan counties. Each year, ATWP members will provide disaster preparedness and personal safety information to community members, recruit volunteers from communities, and increase each involved American Red Cross chapters' capacity to respond to disasters throughout Michigan and the nation while involving local communities in the process. ATWP members will also provide education geared towards young adults designed to raise awareness about the importance of and need for blood donation to foster a new generation of lifelong blood donors. The five building blocks of the ATWP program include: 1) making a family disaster plan; 2) preparing a family disaster supplies kit; 3) getting trained; 4) volunteering; and 5) giving blood. By the end of the 3-year grant cycle, ATWP members will have recruited 500 youth and young adult volunteers and 800 volunteers with bilingual skills. ATWP members will have responded to a minimum of two national disaster operations as well as to at least 50% oflocal disaster incidents at their host site location. BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF BENTON HARBORTHE SMART CHOICE PROJECT Tracy Cleveland, Program Director 1200 East Main Street Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Phone: (269) 926-8766 Fax: (269) 934-8536 Email: bgclubvol@parrett.net $141,900 County(ies) Served: Berrien- City of Benton Harbor 1 Updated August 20, 2007 �,-...., Through The Smart Choice Project in Benton Harbor, 11 full-time AmeriCorps members help disadvantaged youth realize their full potential as responsible, productive and caring citizens. Members work with elementary and middle school students at the main Boys and Girls Club site and four members are placed at the Teen Center. All members help to support programs and services in the areas of: 1) Character and Leadership Development, 2) Academic and Career Development, 3) The Arts, and 4) Health and Life Skills, and 5) Sports, Fitness and Recreation. Through these program areas, AmeriCorps members provide youth with opportunities to increase their sense of self-worth, master new skills useful for future employment, use technology to improve academic performance, develop and sustain positive relationships with adults and other youth, recognize their emotions and appropriately express them, better understand and respect their own and other cultures, increase their sense ofbelongingness in their community, learn how to live healthier lives, and understand the importance of values such as honesty, justice, and respect. Members will also help to recruit community volunteers to support local youth. CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICES- A GREAT START Michael Kim 960 Agard, Suite 104 Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Phone: (269) 925-1234 Fax: (269) 925-4275 Email: michaelkim@catholicfamilyservies.org $146,300 County(ies) Served: Berrien and Kalamazoo The Catholic Family Services -A Great Start AmeriCorps program utilizes 11 full-time AmeriCorps members to address early childhood health issues and challenges that new families are facing. CFS - A Great Start involves a collaboration of four organizations that focus on early childhood and family issues in Berrien County. Examples of activities include: assessing new families and providing individualized services based on their needs, increasing community awareness of early childhood problems and concerns through research and marketing developments, working with families and children through playgroup and education sessions, and serving as case aides. Members assess consenting births at two local hospitals and provide needed services, which results in a decrease of abuse/neglect reports. Members also educate and help at-risk families by making connections with individuals to support them in parenting and increasing their parenting skills. $111,153 CHAR-EM lSD AMERICORPS PROGRAM Dennis Halverson, Program Director Charleviox-Emmet County lSD 08568 Mercer Boulevard Charleviox, Michigan 49720 Phone: (231) 547-9947 Fax: (231) 547-5621 Email: halversond@charemisd.org County(ies) Served: Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet The Char-Em lSD AmeriCorps Program enrolls 19 full-time members to integrate on-site violence prevention programs in 19 school buildings. The primary goal of the program is to decrease the incidence of aggression, assault, and violence within schools. Members implement violence prevention and conflict resolution programs such as Teaching Students to be Peacemakers, No Bullying, Don't Laugh at Me, and Be Cool. 2 Updated August 20, 2007 �$527,950 CITY YEAR DETROIT Nicole Byrd, Service Director One Ford Place, Suite 2A Detroit, Michigan 48202 Phone: (313) 874-6861 Fax: (313) 874-6883 Email: nbyrd@cityyear.org Website: http://www.cityyear.org County(ies) Served: Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne City Year Detroit enrolls 50 members to serve in Michigan's AmeriCorps. City Year is a national service organization which unites young adults, ages 17-24, from diverse racial, cultural, education, and socioeconomic backgrounds for a demanding year of full-time community service, leadership development, and civic engagement. United in their desire to serve, corps members invest their talents and energies as leaders of after-school programs and tutors in elementary, middle schools, and high schools. COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF DETROIT- THE READETROIT CORPS Pandora Brown, Program Director Communities in Schools Detroit 5830 Field Detroit, Michigan 48213 Phone: (313) 571-3400 ext. 31 Fax: (313) 571-3404 Email: pandorabrown@cisdetroit.org $313,620 County(ies) Served: Wayne- City of Detroit Readetroit Corps utilizes 25 full-time AmeriCorps members to address the critical literacy needs of children identified as having extreme reading deficiencies. All service recipients are students attending Detroit Public Schools (DPS) that are designated as "failing" by the state. Members, placed in teams of two at elementary schools, address local needs by: 1) providing individual and group tutoring, 2) recruiting and training community volunteers to serve in DPS, 3) after-school program support, 4) parental literacy activities, and 5) activities designed to build relationships between schools, parents, and the community. Specific activities include: conducting individual and group tutoring sessions, starting book clubs, taking students on library trips, arranging for volunteers to read with students, conducting information sessions designed to help students prepare for tests, facilitating family literacy nights. The program strives to increase the reading levels of students, as well as recruit community volunteers to further support local youth. $263,314 DOWNRIVER CARES AMERICORPS Joe Spain, Program Director The Guidance Center 13101 Northline Road Southgate, Michigan 48195 Phone: (734) 785-7331 x 7209 Fax: (734) 785-7733 3 Updated August 20, 2007 �Email: jspain@guidance-center.org Website: http://www.guidance-center.org ' l..} County(ies) Served: Wayne Downriver CARES (Community, Action, Resources, Enrichment, and Service) AmeriCorps members promote social and emotional readiness for learning for children, adults, and families within The Guidance Center. The 19 full-time and 10 minimum-time members also encourage the community to support these efforts through volunteerism. Service activities vary depending upon placement and may include: enrichment programming and out of class time involvement with preschoolers and school age youth; developing group mentoring projects for children and/or families; planning service projects with teens; engaging community volunteers; supporting and encouraging parents through play groups and support groups; planning enrichment activities; facilitating groups and other activities that will promote self-esteem and build assets for children, adults, and families; and providing computer literacy support. Members will also design familyoriented evening programs and the Magic Carpet Ride to Reading bi-monthly story program at Southland Mall. Downriver CARES enrolls full-time members with a start date in September. GOOD SAMARITAN MINISTRIES- AMERICORPS FAITH IN YOUTH Robyn Afrik, Program Director 513 East 81h Street, Suite 25 Holland, Michigan 49423-3759 Phone: (616) 392-7159 Fax: (616) 392-5889 Email: RAfrik@goodsamministries.com $132,285 County(ies) Served: Ottawa Through Good Samaritan Ministries- Faith in Youth, 10 full-time, four half-time, and four quarter-time AmeriCorps members will establish a mentoring program for children attending the area's 6 middle schools, with the goal of improving academic achievement and promoting a sense of well being, particularly for youth at-risk due to isolation or poverty. Mentors would be recruited and the program supported through partnerships with local churches and faith-based organizations located near the schools served. Corps members serving out of five area churches will assist with the recruitment of 105 community volunteers to serve as one-on-one mentors for youth. Members also provide after school activities at least two days per week and academic assistance at least once per week. The program strives to help 75% of the 234 youth served to achieve positive behavioral changes, as measured by youth surveys and parental feedback. HABITAT MICIDGAN'S AMERICORPS PROGRAM Debi Drick, Program Director Jason Vance, Program Director Habitat for Humanity - Michigan 1500 West Grand River, Suite B Williamston, Michigan 48895 Phone: (517)655-1872 Fax: (517) 485-1509 Email: ddrick@habitatmichigan.org jvance@inghamhabitat.org 4 $374,488 Updated August 20, 2007 �L' County(ies) Served: Berrien, Calhoun, Chippewa, Delta, Genesee, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Kent, Macomb, Monroe, Newaygo, Oakland, Ottawa, Roscommon and Wayne The Michigan's Habitat AmeriCorps Program enrolls 22 full-time, 15 half-time, and 8 summertime AmeriCorps members to serve Habitat for Humanity affiliates throughout the state. Members serve as Construction Liaisons to ensure the training, safety practices and overall satisfaction of volunteers on a construction site; Volunteer Coordinators to form partnerships between their affiliate and local businesses, industries, service groups, churches, and/or community members; and Family Supporters to create systems, serve as mentors, and implement programs to assist Habitat's partner families in becoming self-sufficient and responsible homeowners. $113,472 IONIA lSD AMERICORPS Amy Buckingham, Program Director Ionia County Intermediate School District 2191 Harwood Road Ionia, Michigan 48846 Phone: (616) 527-4900 x 1246 Fax: (616) 527-4731 Email: abuckingham@ioniaisd.org County(ies) Served: Ionia The Ionia Intermediate School District AmeriCorps program enrolls 10 full-time AmeriCorps members to serve throughout the county. Members focus their service in two areas: promoting the development of effective mentoring programs and supporting service-learning. Members serve in each of the county's six school districts and in Ionia County ISD schools. Activities include: development and distribution of resources for in-school mentoring programs, partnering with schools to develop mentoring programs, academic service-learning, service-learning clubs in out-of-school time, family involvement programs and events, and countywide community service projects. JUMPSTART FOR YOUNG CHILDREN, INC.- JUMPSTART MICIDGAN Karina Kelly, Program Director 550 W. Washington Blvd., Suite 200 Chicago, IL 60661 Phone: (312) 575-0641 Fax: (312) 873-4054 Email: karina.kelly@j start.org $163,200 County(ies) Served: Washtenaw and Wayne Through Jumpstart Michigan, 8 quarter-time and 75 minimum-time AmeriCorps members serve young children through placements in Head Start and other early educational settings. The program helps children develop crucial early literacy, language and social skills. Corps members, all of whom are Federal Work Study college students, are placed in teams of 10-20 per service site. Goals of Jumpstart Michigan include: 1) enhancing the learning experiences of young children from low-income communities, 2) providing meaningful opportunities for 5 Updated August 20, 2007 �'-...,'• parents to become involved in their child's learning, and 3) supporting the development of college students (who will serve as program members) as future teachers in the field of early childhood education. Services provided include: intensive one-to-one reading support for children partnered with members, small group activities designed to encourage creativity, larger group learning activities designed to build a sense of community and foster sharing, and exercises and activities that provide youth with choices to promote independence, curiosity and self-esteem. MARESA - MICIDGAN'S AMERICORPS Joseph Zahn, Program Director Marquette-Alger Regional Educational Service Agency (RESA) 321 East Ohio Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone:(906)226-5130 Fax: (906) 226-5141 Email: jzahn@maresa.k12.mi.us $175,961 County(ies) Served: Alger and Marquette MARESA (Marquette Alger Regional Educational Service Agency) - Michigan's AmeriCorps members provide service in local schools in Marquette and Alger Counties. MARESA AmeriCorps enrolls 12 full-time and 6 half-time members. Members serve the community by: • • • Establishing service-learning programs and curricula. AmeriCorps members recruit volunteers and develop and implement community service projects for students. Creating and implementing family resource centers. Providing direct educational support by tutoring and mentoring students in the areas of work-based learning, employability skills, computer technology, educational enrichment, after-school activities, and homework assistance. $416,592 MENTOR MICIDGAN AMERICORPS Amanda Schafer, Interim Program Manager ConnectMichigan Alliance 1048 Pierpont, Suite 3 Lansing, Michigan 48911 Phone: (517) 492-2429 Fax: (517) 492-2444 Email: aschafer@connectmichiganalliance.org County(ies) Served: Alcona, Alger, Alpena, Antrim, Arenac, Berrien, Calhoun, Cass, Charlevoix, Chippewa, Clare, Clinton, Crawford, Delta, Eaton, Gladwin, Gratiot, Houghton, Ingham, Ionia, Iosco, Kent, Keweenaw, Luce, Mackinaw, Macomb, Marquette, Mason, Montmorency, Oakland, Oceana, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Presque Isle, Schoolcraft, Shiawassee, Washtenaw, and Wayne The Mentor Michigan AmeriCorps program enrolls 32 full-time members to assist mentoring organizations and increase the number ofmentor-mentee relationships throughout Michigan. Members actively recruit 10 new partners to support mentoring programs and establish a local 6 Updated August 20, 2007 �mentoring collaborative in their communities over the next 3 years. Each member assists in recruiting, screening, matching, and monitoring the matches of 50 potential mentors, for a total of 1, 700 potential mentors in 2005-2006. Members assist local organizations with the development of a coordinated, long-term sustainability plan for regional cooperation among member/non-member sites that creates a common vision/strategy for collaboration and resource sharing. At the end of the first year, the organizations will have implemented 25% of the components on their sustainability plan. MICIDGAN CAMPUS COMPACT- MICHIGAN SERVICE SCHOLARS Ryan Fewins, Program Director Michigan Campus Compact 1048 Pierpont, Suite 3 Lansing, Michigan 48911 Phone: (517) 492-2409 Fax: (517) 492-2444 Email: rfewins@connectmichiganalliance.org $28,000 County(ies) Served: Eaton, Genesee, Gratiot, Ingham, Isabella, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Kent, Macomb, Mecosta, Ottawa, Saginaw, Washtenaw, and Wayne Michigan Campus Compact's (MCC) Michigan Service Scholars (MSS) enlists 350 minimumtime (300 hour), Education Award Only AmeriCorps members to support youth development and increase volunteer capacity throughout the state. This program engages approximately 25 partner campuses statewide, which recruit students to work with local community- and faithbased organizations. In an effort to increase self-esteem and academic performance, 175 members serve as mentors, facilitate afterschool programming, and provide homework help to 650 children throughout the year. The primary goal of the remaining 175 members is to strengthen volunteer infrastructure and volunteer management capacity of community- and faithbased organizations by assessing current capacity, developing volunteer recruitment systems and forms, and helping organizations utilize volunteers more effectively. In addition, all members work with local community- and faith-based organizations to recruit volunteers, resulting in 3,000 additional community volunteers contributing 15,000 hours in support oflocal programmmg. MICHIGAN GROUNDWATER STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM Suzanne Ebright, Program Director Michigan Department of Agriculture Environmental Stewardship Division P.O. Box 30017 Lansing, Michigan 48909 Phone: (517) 241-2154 Fax: (517) 335-3131 Email: ebrights@michigan.gov $230,239 County(ies) Served: Alcona, Allegan, Alpena, Antrim, Barry, Bay, Benzie, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Charlevoix, Chippewa, Crawford, Eaton, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Ingham, Ionia, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Kalkaska, Kent, Lake, Lapeer, Leelanau, Lenawee, Livingston, Luce, Mackinac, Macomb, Manistee, Mason, Mecosta, Midland, Missaukee, Monroe, Montcalm, Montmorency, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oakland, Oceana, Otsego, Ottawa, Roscommon, Saginaw, Sanilac, St. Clair, St. Joseph, Van Buren, Washtenaw, Wayne, and Wexford 7 Updated August 20, 2007 �The Michigan Groundwater Stewardship Program (MGSP) provides information and assistance to Michigan residents to reduce risks to groundwater quality and to help people protect this valuable resource. Twenty full-time AmeriCorps Members are places throughout the state to assist citizens with the completion of environmental awareness tools. AmeriCorps members also serve as local resource people helping citizens find locally specific information necessary to make smart decisions concerning environmental protection. $365,805 MICHIGAN AMERICORPS P ARTNERSIDP Addell Anderson, Program Director University of Michigan- Detroit Center Orchestra Place 3663 Woodward Avenue, Suite 150 Detroit, Michigan 48201 Phone: (313) 593-0937 Fax: (313) 831-2016 Email: addell@umich.edu County(ies) Served: Wayne The Michigan Neighborhood AmeriCorps Program (MNAP) is a partnership between the University of Michigan and community and faith-based non-profits based in Detroit. MNAP strives to address local human needs through direct service program 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 children in after-school or summer programs Volunteer recruitment and retention THE MICIDGAN PRIMARY CARE ASSOCIATIONSAMERICORPS HEALTHCORPS John Taylor, Program Director 7215 W estshire Drive Lansing, Michigan 4891 7 Phone: (517) 381-8000, ext 229 Email: jtaylor@mpca.net $253,977 County(ies) Served: Alcona, Arenac, Ingham, Kent, Monroe, Muskegon, Roscommon, and Wayne. The Michigan Primary Care Association (MPCA) Community Health Corps program engages 17 full-time and 6 half-time AmeriCorps members to address patient self-management, schoolbased health, and outreach and enrollment. Members are placed in community health centers across the state. The MPCA Community HealthCorps Program uses community outreach to inform the public about health plans available to the uninsured and preventative health care measures. Members would help patients become more active in the management of their illnesses, and reduce health disparities in Michigan. Community forums are used to inform the 8 Updated August 20, 2007 �public about adolescent health issues. Corps members will work with 100 patients each year, with 60% of the patients taking an active role in treating and preventing their illnesses. MICIDGAN STATE UNIVERSITY- EXPLORE, EXPERIENCE, ACIDEVE THROUGH 4-H MENTORING Julie Chapin, Program Director Michigan State University 178 Agriculture Hall East Lansing, Michigan 48824-1039 Phone: (517) 432-7608 Fax: (517) 355-6748 Email: chapin@msu.edu $256,269 County(ies) Served: Berrien, Calhoun, Crawford, Genesee, Ingham, Ionia, Kalamazoo, Kent, Lenawee, Macomb, Oakland, Ottawa, Saginaw, St. Clair, Van Buren, Washtenaw, Wayne Michigan State University Extension 4-H- Explore, Experience, Achieve Through 4-H Mentoring program engages 20 full-time AmeriCorps members to build the capacity of 17 communities across Michigan to establish one-to-one, small group or peer-mentoring programs. Members assist with the recruitment of 600 volunteers to serve at least one hour per week for a minimum of 8 months as mentors for this program. As a result of these effort, 1800 low-income, at-risk or underserved youth per year, ages 5 to 19, participate in ongoing mentoring relationships, particularly during their out-of-school hours. As a result of these relationships, mentees acquire or improve competencies in communication skills, relationship building, group process, and school achievement. Members concentrate 50 to 70 percent of their time on activities that build the capacity of their community to provide caring adult relationships for children. These activities include: establishing/strengthening local mentoring collaboratives; recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers who are mentors and/or advisors to the program; identifying and recruiting potential mentees; matching mentors and mentees; planning educational programs; collecting and documenting data for program reports; and helping establish a youth mentoring action committee. Members also provide direct services to youth, establish relationships with local colleges and universities, and engage in grant writing and other fund-raising activities specifically for the program. NEIGHBORHOOD YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Katie Warren, Program Director Camp Fire USA 1257 East Beltline NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525 Phone: (616) 949-2500 x 30 Fax: (616) 949-7081 Email: katie. warren@campfireusawmc.org Website: http://www.grcmc.org/campfire $155,498 County(ies) Served: Kent Camp Fire USA's Neighborhood Youth Development Program emolls five full-time and twentyone part-time AmeriCorps members to facilitate after-school and summer programs in Kent County. These programs provide a safe environment for children during out-of-school time for 850 children at seven sites. Members assist site coordinators in developing activities for the programs, recruit volunteers to facilitate activities, and serve on committees to address the specific needs of their community. Members also present Camp Fire's Self-Reliance curriculum in elementary school classrooms. 9 Updated August 20, 2007 �SUPERIOR AMERICORPS Michelle LaCourt, Program Coordinator Baraga-Houghton-Keweenaw Child Development Board 700 Park Avenue Houghton, Michigan 49931 Phone: (906) 482-3663 Fax: (906) 482-7329 Email: mrlacour@bhkfirst.org $681,425 County(ies) Served: Baraga, Dickinson, Gogebic, Houghton, Iron, Keweenaw, and Ontonagon The Superior AmeriCorps program operates in Baraga, Dickinson, Gogebic, Houghton, Iron, Keweenaw and Ontonagon counties in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The program focuses its efforts on a single priority area: education. 57 full-time members serve in schools, service agencies and non-profit organizations throughout the seven counties. School-based members tutor and mentor students who need support to achieve school success. During after-school hours and in the summer, these members initiate youth-enrichment programs. Others members enhance quality in preschool, childcare and family wellness programs. All members are responsible for coordinating community-wide service projects and recruiting volunteers to meet the region's educational and human needs. VOLUNTEER MUSKEGON'S AMERICORPS Angela Sullivan, Program Director Volunteer Muskegon 880 Jefferson, Suite A Muskegon, Michigan 49440 Phone: (231) 772-6600 x 15 Fax: (231) 722-6611 Email: americorps@volunteermuskegon.org $223,650 County(ies) Served: Muskegon Volunteer Muskegon's AmeriCorps members are placed at several sites in Muskegon County. The 18 full-time and 5 minimum-time members involve K-12 youth in service-learning projects. Members develop strong skills in youth development, experiential learning techniques, grass roots community problem solving, and leadership skills. Muskegon's AmeriCorps team is dedicated to building awareness of national service and facilitating large-scale service projects on days of national service. Members are placed at the following agencies: City of Muskegon Department of Leisure Services, Reeths-Puffer Schools, Youth Volunteer Corps of Muskegon County, Muskegon Public Schools (Bunker & Steele Middle Schools), Pioneer Resources, Muskegon Community Health Project, Child and Family Services, and Every Woman's Place/Webster House. 10 Updated August 20, 2007 �) ) ) Michigan Service Scholars Site Supervisor Contact Information College University First Name Last Name Alma College A lisa Dean Alma College Anne Ritz Service Learning Coordinator Aquinas College Eric Bridge Coordinator of Service Learning Calvin College Lori Gesink Associate Director of Servcie Learning Department Title Address City State Zip Code Email Phone Number Phone Fax Number Ext (989) 463-7959 Service Learning 614 W. Superior Alma Ml 48801- ritz@alma.edu (989) 463-7366 (989) 463-7959 Campus 1607 Robinson Rd. Ministry/Service Learning SE Grand Rapids Ml 49506- bridgeri@aquinas.e (616) 632-2490 du (616) 732-4478 3201 Burton SE, Commons Annex Grand Rapids Ml 49546- lgesink@calvin.edu (616) 526-6455 (616) 526-6644 i Volunteer Center Bovee University Center 107 Mt. Pleasant Ml 48859- novak1 sm@cmich. edu DeVries MCC AmeriCorps*VISTAIMSS Site Supervisor Volunteer Coordinator Student Life 6191 Kraft SE Grand Rapids Ml 49512- Alexis. DeVries@da (616) 698-7111 venport.edu Kristy LeVasseur Recruiter Admissions 3555 E. Patrick Rd. Midland Ml 48642- Kristy.LeVasseur@ davenport.edu (989) 835-5588 Connie Colvin Office Professional Student Development cjcolvin@delta.edu (989) 686-9865 Eastern Michigan University Jasmina Camo visjcamo@emich. edu (734) 487-3045 (734) 480-1927 Eastern Michigan University Peggy Harless Assistant Director for Community Service and Leadership Ml 48197- Peggy.harless@emi (734) 487-3045 ch.edu (734) 480-1927 Ferris State University Matt Eickhoff Coord- Student EngagemenUAct 805 Campus Drive Big Rapids Rankin Center 164 Ml 49307- Grand Rapids Community Grand Valley State University Jackson Community _College Michael Schavey 143 Bostwick Ave. NE Grand Rapids Ml 49505- mschavey@grcc.ed (616) 234-4180 u Jodi Griffin Coordinator Community Service Learning Center 110B Kirkhof Center Allendale Ml 49401- griffijo@gvsu.edu (616) 331-2468 (616) 331-2355 Shannon Zoe! Service Learning Coordinator Office of Service Learning 2111 Emmons Rd. Jackson Ml 49201- zoetshannonl@jcc mi.edu (517) 796-8445 (517) 796-8632 Central Michigan University Davenport UniversityGrand Davenport UniversityMidland Delta College Sean Novak Alexis - ~- - L__. _ _ _ _ ---· (989) 774-2153 i 20 McKenny Union Student Leadership And Activities - (989) 774-7265 L_ _ _ _ ------- L _ _ _ _____ --· Ypsilanti . - - x5402 (616) 554-5213 (989) 835-8363 (231) 591-5342 ---- "··-··'"·~··-~·-··""•~···-,~·,·-~·-·-· ·---~·-····~'" Monday, December 04, 2006 . Page 1 of2 1 �) ) ) State Zip Code College University First Name Last Name Title Department Address City Kalamazoo College Breigh Montogmery Post Graduate Fellow 1200 Academy St. Kalamazoo Ml 49006- bmontgom@kzoo.e (269) 337-7092 du (269) 337-7182 Lake Superior State Madonna University Michelle Thalacker 650 W. Easterday Ave. Sault Ste. Marie Ml 49783- mthalacker@lssu.e du (906) 635-2676 (906) 635-2083 Stephen Rahrig Director of Student Activities & Leadership Programs MCC AmeriCorps*VISTA The Mary Jane Underwood Stryker Institiute for Service Office of Campus Life Office of First-Year Experience 36600 Schoolcraft Rd. Livonia Ml 48150- srahrig@madonna. edu (734) 432-5624 (734) 432-5364 Kelly Malloy Center for Service Learning and Civic Engagement 27 Student Services Building East Lansing Ml 48823- (517) 353-4400 (517) 432-3696 Sara Barclay Accounts Manager, America Reads Program Coordinator Graduate Assistant Center for Student Enrichment 1401 Presque Isle Marquette Ml 49855- sbarclay@nmu.edu (906) 227-1089 (906) 227-1021 Lindsey Scalera AmeriCorps VISTA for Service Learning Academic Student Services 2900 Featherstone Rd. Auburn Hills Ml 48326- ljscaler@oaklandcc. (248) 232-4505 edu (248) 232-4313 early Waligora Assistant Director of Student Life Student Life Saginaw Ml 48710- cmwaligo@svsu.ed u (989) 964-4679 Laura Stanton MCC AmeriCorp VISTA Career and Transfer Center 106 Doan, Student Life Center, 7400 Bay Rd. 18600 Haggerty Rd. Livonia Ml 48152- lstanton@schoolcra (734) 462-4400 ft.edu Georgina Hickey 4901 Evergreen Rd. Dearborn Ml 48128- ghickey@umd.umic (313) 583-6405 h.edu Karen Collins Lead Project Coordinator Flint Ml kcollin@umflint.edu (810) 767-9491 (810) 767-7183 Audra Forsberg Campus Life Event Planner Detroit Ml 48202- au4680@wayne.ed (313) 577-9324 u (313) 577-8061 Michigan State University Northern Michigan University Oakland Community College Saginaw Valley State University Schoolcraft College University of MichiganDearborn University of MichiganFlint Wayne State University Center for Civic 432 N. Saginaw St. Engagement (University Ste. 1001 Outreach) 351 Student Dean of Students Office Center, 5221 Gullen Mall Email malloy@msu.edu Phone Number Phone Fax Number Ext (989) 964-4297 x5037 (734) 462-4522 ----- Monday, December 04, 2006 Pagel of2 �2006-07 Totals Final Summary Number of students ------- 52641.00 Number of Volunteers ------- 4465.00 Number of teachers 1753.00 Number of hours 454557.00 --------- Community Revitalization projects 96.00 Disadvantaged Disadvantage youth participants youth served ----- 15991.00 12217.00 Community partners 425.00 �District Size Implementation and Institutionalization Grant Amounts Up to 2,500 students $ 15,000 From 2,50 1 to 19,999 stud ents $24,500 20,000 or more students $40,000 Implementation Grant Applicants T he staff reco tmnends the f ollow ing funding f or the li sted applicants: Legal Applicant Belding Area Schools Charlevoix Public Schools Chassell Tnwnshio..Schools Copper Country IS ~ ""G"rand Blanc Community Schools Inland Lakes Schools Kent lSD La ke Orion Commun ity Schools ( ) c ~quette-Aiger Kl::::iA" l:1ITaway Area-c ommunity Schools Pennfield Schools Traverse City Area Publ ic Schools Total \ Funding Requested Funding Recommended $15,000 $15 ,000 $15,000 $24 ,500 $24 ,500 $15,000 $40 ,000 $24 ,500 $24 ,500 $14,967 $15 ,000 $24,500 $15,000 $15 ,000 $15 ,000 $24 ,500 $24,500 $15,000 $40 ,000 $24 ,500 $24 ,500 $15,000 $15,000 $24 ,500 $252,467 $252,500 Institutionalization Grant Applicants T he staff recommends the follow ing f unding for the li sted applicants: ~ Legal Applicant Carson City-Crystal Area Schools CASMAN Alternative Academy Clarkston Commun ity Schools Kaleva Norman Dickson Schools Lowell Area Schools Shelby Public Schools Southgate Publ ic Schools Williamston Commu nity Schools Total Funding Requested Funding Recommended $15,000 $15 ,000 $24 ,500 $14,285 $24 ,500 $15 ,664 $24 ,500 $15 ,000 $15,000 $15,000 $24 ,500 $15,000 $24 ,500 $15,000 $24 ,500 $15 ,000 $148,449 $148,500 One applicant is not being r ecomm ended f or fundin g. Th e applicant did not successfully demonstrate adequate p erformance on 2006-2007 pr ogram goals and did not articulate strategi es that would allow for needed correcti ons. Legal Applicant A lpena Pub lic Schools Funding Requested $10,000 �Learn and Serve- Michigan 2007-08 School-Based Program Descriptions IMPLEMENTATION The following schools are being recommended for implementation grants: Belding Area Schools The Belding ea School is in it's second year as a grantee and will focus on five areas that will grow and help sust · their program. They will update their web page to include service-learning resources for teachers and pa ers. The Service-Learning Coordinator will select building representatives who will work with her top vide localized service-learning support. Expanded professional development opportunities will be d tvered this year in order to reach teachers not previously engaged. Student presentations will be encouraged as a means for generating more interest and support for service-learning. Finally, the program advisory board will develop an awards program to recognize staff, volunteers and students involved in service-learning. These fi ve strategies will get them closer to implementing the Belding Area Schools vision for service-learning - "students will experience service-learning every year in every grade" . Contact: Mary Beth Cluley Belding Area Schools 1975 Orchard Street Belding, Michigan 48809 Phone: (616) 794-4707 Fax: (616) 794-4726 Email: cluleym@bas-k 12.org Charlevoix Public Schools In 007-2008 , Charlevoix Public Schools will focus on building a sustainable service-learning program. The ant coordinator and curriculum teams will address school improvement goals by tying service-learning to tate standards and benchmarks. They will continue training teachers on service-learning via professional development activities, core team meetings, and sharing of successes by pilot teachers during staff meetings. Service-learning will be tied to curriculum development goals and school mission statement. Teachers as service-learning guides are being targeted for each district school so that they can champion the cause of opening up the classroom to include community engagement. Contact: Gail Cherry Charlevoix Public Schools 5200 Mario Center Road Charlevoix, Michigan 49720 Phone: (231) 547-3222 Fax: (231) 547-3245 Email: gcherry@rayder. net 1 2006-07 SB summaries �Chassell Township Schools The Chassell Townsrup Schools' service-learning coordinator, district administration, and advisory board will work to increase service-learning in the district and take steps to sustain service-learning as a viable teaching model for their classrooms. Service-learning and Character Counts will be joined as an elective to support school improvement plans in the middle and elementary grades. They will continue to strengthen the ection to the community, especially through a partnersrup with the Chassell Lions Club and the nship Board. The program will seek additional participation in, and support for service-learning, through nded professional development and public relations efforts. Contact: James Frantti Chassell Township Schools 41585 U.S. Highway 41-P.O. Box 140 Chassell, Michigan 49916 Phone: (906)523-4691 Fax: (906) 523-4969 Email: franttij @cts.kl2.mi .us Grand Blanc Community Schools The Grand Blanc Community Schools are seeking funds to enhance their service-learning program that allows students and/or teachers to design service-learning activities around what they determine to be community needs based on their cun·ent studies. Allowing participants to design their own activity, is an integral part of tills initiative. Allowing students to take an active role in the design of their servicelearning helps foste their sense of civic responsibility, empathy, higher-order thinking skills and problem solving skills. T e coordinator plans to use the program to help bridge the large socioeconomic gap that currently_ exis in the school district by giving students the opportunity to w~oge;rr tr lv,eA}lal)d r.Jj commumt JSsues. JY Co act: Martha Gale rand Blanc Community Schools 11920 South Saginaw Street Grand Blanc, Michigan 48439 Phone: (810) 591-6931 Fax: (810) 591 -6431 Email: mgale@ grandblancschools.org ~ V L/ 1 / Inland Lakes Schools Inland Lakes Sc ols was awarded a Learn and Serve - Michigan planning grant in 2006. During the 20072008 school y r, Inland Lakes Schools will develop and implement a minimum of six service-learning projects. A roximately 450 students will participate. Students will take an active role in developing the proje ts d all projects will align with State of Michigan Curriculum Framework. The program coordinator will work with administrative and teaching staff to develop and implement programs. The program advisory board will be expanded to include students and parents and they will work to~ er to identjJY)®-itional program expertise and resources . if V Jj ( Contact: Susan Wrutener Inland Lakes Schools 5243 South Straits Highway ) 2 2006-0 7 S/3 SLIIIII/I a ries s �Indian Rjver, Michigan 49749 Phone: (231) 238-8896 Fax : (231) 238-4181 Emai I: swhitener@ inlandlakes.org Kent Intermediate School District The Kent County Intermediate School District (KISD) supports instruction in the classroom and student achievement. The goal of their Learn and Serve - Michigan grant is to expand service-learning as an instruction methodology. Through this grant, KISD students will demonstrate academic and social skills while he ing others at school and in the community. Students will demonstrate mastery in a core academic subject nd develop Career Pathway employability skills. The program will be expanded by adding two new scho districts to the program and by offering additional support to the existing two school districts. The dis ct will use the Rubric for the Sustainability of High Quality Service-Learning as a guide for deeply 1 egrating their program. Kent ISD will also continue to include additional special populations including low-income, special education and preschool students. ~ f{~oJ Contact: Steve Dieleman Kent ISD 2930 Knapp, NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525 Phone: (616) 365-2271 Fax: (616) 364-1489 Email: stevedieleman@kentisd.org Lake Orion In the first y r of funding, Lake Orion Commuruty Schools worked to incorporate service-leaming into the "culture" o the district, making it both sequential and sustainable. Over the next year they will be targeting the admi strative level with presentations at the admirustrative Council meetings. They will also be improvi g teacher development with workshops focused on deeperung the impact of service-learning and the nder anding the Principles of Effective Practice for service-learning so that the projects will be of s 1ent intensity and duration. They will be adding projects at three more buildings and will be working to increase the community and administrative support of their service-learning :!£orts. ~· }J Contact: MaryArme Thorndycraft Lake Orion Community Schools 455 East Scripps Road Lake Orion, Michigan 48360 Phone: (248) 693-5436 Fax: (248) 693-5670 Email: mthornd craft lakeorion.kl2.mi.us Ona d svo lJ ( fifLer rvv Area Communit School Ona ay Area Schools will build upon the previous year of Learn and Serve W~~gan funding by in easing the capacity and interest among staff members to develop and implement effective serviceeaming for students. The program coordinator will continue to nurture existing commuruty partnerships, while fostering new relationships. Finally, they will make stronger connections between service-leaming, 3 2006-07 SB summaries �curriculu and school improvement so that the experiences are meaningful and tightly aligned with State of Mich. n Curriculum Framework. Contact: Robert Szyrnoniak Onaway Area Community School Box 307 Onaway, Michigan 49765 Phone: (989) 733-4950 Fax: (989) 733-4998 Email: bszymoniak@oacsd.com Pennfield Sc ools wi ll focus on three service-learning goals in 2007-2008: prove student perfonnance and achievement through service-learning. elp to develop and internalize the attitudes and perceptions of students and teachers regarding the personal and civic value of service-learning Meet documented needs withjn the community To achieve these goals, Pennfield Schools will: 1) build the organizational infrastructure to support more a deeper service-learning activities; 2) adding professional learning events each semester; 3) e panding community outreach; 4) expanding the size and purpose of the advisory board; 5) r formulating existing clubs and organizations to better sup, ort ervice-learning; 6) and augment the valuation plan to include formative and summative elements t at will allow~~m improvement as well as articulating the outcomes and impact of service-1 nr i~ s V G·u ~ ') Contact: Edward terSteeg Pennfield Schools 8587 Pennfield Road Battle Creek, Micrugan 49017 Phone: (269) 961-9781 Fax: (269) 961-9799 Emai l: tersteee@ pennfield .k12.mi.us Area Public Schools The Travers City Area Public Schools' (TCAPS) Youth-to-Youth Initiative (Y2Y): Learning for Action for the 2007-2 08 school year will focus on a micro-finance service-learning program for middle school and high schoo students. This program will extend the deli very of service-learning curriculum into new grade levels, ne content areas, and supports their multi-year strategy for establishing K-12 service-learning integr ti with TCAPS' curriculum. They will provide tools and instructional strategies that link to currie m and help students to sucesssfully learn and apply concepts of financial literacy, stewardship of natural and financial resources, and global citizenship. \~ Contact: Pat Lewallen Traverse City Area Public Schools P.O. Box 32 Traverse City, Micrugan 49685 Phone: (231) 933-1798 4 2006- 07 SB SLIIIIIJJa ri es �Fax: (231) 933-1782 Email: lewallenpa@admin.tcaps .net INSTITUTIONALIZATION The following schools are being recommended for institutionalization grants: Carson City-Crystal Area Schools The Carson City-Crystal School District is committed to being a school known for its Learn and Serve curriculum. As a district they will incorporate service projects that fit with the academic outcomes that are currently sed. There will be programs at all grade levels. Elementary students will focus on social studies; middle hool students will take part in projects that deal with American Red Cross certifications and comn nity clean up; and high school students will have ties to multiple content areas. This year will focus on · creased teacher training and increased school and c01mnunity partnership. Contact: Kelly Pringle Carson City-Crystal Area Schools 115 East Main Street Carson City, Michigan 48811 Phone: (989) 584-3138 Fax : (989) 584-3043 Email: kpringle@carsoncity.k12.mi.us \ \ s(/0 Q \ J 1 Casman lternative Academv Casman ~ltemative Academy's plan to increase the role of service-learning implementation by: the inclusion of serv·ce-leaming in all core classes at each grade level, coordination of sequential service-learning proj ects acros all subjects, increased student roles at all stages of projects development, formation of a reliable and prod ctive advisory board, alignment of service-learning with state benchmarks, a partnership with a univ rsity to provide evaluation and assessment services, the development of partnerships and an increase in vol teers for projects, and a balance of one time projects and other long tem1 interdisciplinary projects. tact: Matt Somsel Casman Alternative Academy 171 0 Merkey Road Manistee, Michigan 49660 Phone: (616) 723-4981 Fax: (616) 723-1555 Email: msomsel@manistee. org Schools Community Schools plans to expand on the service-learning activities established in the previous ars The advisory board will be expanded to include more local agencies and youth . The program will o follow up meetings for teachers who participate in training workshops will e ~ fessional development. A mini-grant procedure will be used to :ncourage project de~~ IJ _ public relations j 2006-0 7 SB summaries �initiati ve will be used to develop additional support for this effort. This year nearly 3,000 students will be engaged in service-learning. Contact: Davie Reschke Clarkston Community Schools 6389 Clarkston Road Clarkston, Michigan 48346 Tel: (248) 623-5413 Fax: (248) 623-5450 Email: reschkdm@clarkston.kl 2.mi .us Copper Country Intermediate School District (CCISD) Efforts during the 2007-2008 school year will focus on sustainability within districts already having success with servic -learning and additional work in districts not yet embracing service-learning. In districts where teachers e successfully implementing service projects, efforts will target key teachers to develop mentors throug xtra training and networking. In districts where service-learning is not yet being utilized, efforts will fi us on recruiting more teachers through training and guidance throughout project implementation. dd . g a service-learning newsletter and a summer institute to the program will highlight success and n urage community partners to become a pat1 of service-learning. The CCISD will continue to maintain a hstserv to be utilized for communication and a web page devoted to service-learning activities and resources (/) for teachers . &J(J5 Contact: Carla Strome Copper Country ISD 809 Hecla, P.O. Box 270 Hancock, Michigan 49930 Phone: (906) 482-4250 Fax: (906) 782-1931 Email: cstrome(a),ccisd.k 12.mi. us cz (( Kalevta Norman Dickson Schools Over he past decade, Kaleva Norman Dickson Schools (KNDS) have used service learning to increase the acade 11ic achievement of students while fostering a culture of service in the region. 'fhe progran1 revolves the eleven essential elements and four key goals, which include: Embedding service-learning in every classroom district wide Enabling each student to experience service-l earning at each level Developing positive attitudes toward volunteering, And encouraging active participation in communities With it ' s final year of Learn and Serve - Michigan funding KNDS will continue to en community problem solving, increase graduation rates and buildl l·tment amon administrative staff. ( ( 0 Contact: Deborah Crandell Kaleva Nonnan Dickson Schools Brethren High School 440 Not1h High Bridge Road Brethren, Michigan 49619 6 2006-07 SB swllmaries ) �Phone: (231) 477-5355 Fax: (231) 4 77-5242 Email: crandell@manistee.org Lowell Area chools has designed a plan that will integrate service-learning at a minimum, in alternating grade level from kindergarten through twelfth grade, so students will have the opportunity to work with and serve peo e in the "real world" throughout their years in school The key element in making this happen will be the pl 1med and progressive training and support of teachers and adm 1 · is/ation, a~ well businesses and organi tions within the community. "Y J Contact: Carla Stone Lowell Area Schools 11700 Vergennes Lowell, Michigan 49331 Phone: (616) 682-4125 Fax: (616) 897-4463 Email: cstone@lowell.k12.mi.us c)1J Marquette-Alger Regional Educational Service Agency (MARESA) Marque te- Alger Regional Educational Service Agency (MARESA), in partnership with Northern Michigan Unive ity has implemented a service-learning initiative for the past 3 Yz years. In the coming school year, the pr gram will be enhanced by increased teachers suppot1, expansion of teacher professional development ith stronger connection to the State of Michigan Curriculum Framework. Throughout the project, schools i fi e Upper Peninsula counties will be targeted for training and support in academic service-learning. The cot ties will include Marquette, Alger, Luce, Chippewa and Mac~~ · 1.P Contact: Robert Koehs Marquette- Alger Regional Educational Service Agency 321 East Ohio Street Marquette, Michigan 49855 (906) 226-5116 Email: bkoehs@maresa.k 12.mi. us ~~ 0'J4 \Js Shelby Public Schools The goal of the 2007-200 implementation grant is to continue expanding the number of teachers, students, projects and partners inv lved in service-learning at all grade levels while maintaining the infrastructure that supports the service-lea ling program. The long-term goal for this program is for students to have at least one service-learning ex erience at each educational level , sequential experien ! e and hav :~ffl ivities be of a sustained signifi ant duration so that student involvement lasts for am · um~ 4 '{1 1 ~1\Y per school year and coverin u iple disciplines . J ..) Contact: Fred Osborn Shelby Public Schools 155 Sixth Street Shelby, Michigan 49455 ) 7 2006-07 SB summaries �Tel: (231) 861-5541 Fax: (231) 861-6764 Email: osbofm@shelby.kl2.mi.us South ate Community School District "Te ching Core Democratic Values Through Service-Learning" is in its sixth year implementation of a Lea and Serve grant. The goal of this program is to integrate service-learning activities into the K-12 curr culum with special relevance to the core democratic values. Students at each grade levels K-5, 6-9 and 10- 2, including the alternative high school, will have a quality service-learning experience. They will learn I o to conduct a conmmnity needs assessment and identify a need. They will consider how to address the n d by designing service-learning programs in a way that c01mects with classroom instruction. A s as ithe f limprove combination of mini-grant and professional development activities will gu port teache? their service-learning instructional skills. ;}I Contact: Mary Lou Provost Southgate Community School District 13201 Trenton Road Southgate, Michigan 48195-1891 Tel: (734) 246-4600 Fax: (734) 283-6791 Email: provostm@sgate.kl2.mi.us J Williamston Community Schools The purpose of this fifth year grant is threefold. The first focus will be to provide professional development and material resources to enable those buildings not yet fully implementing service-learning to replicate successful programs started in other buildings. They will also guide experienced service-learning teachers to develop authentic assessments of their service-learning practices as a model for the non-participating teaching staff a d helping train their colleagues in effective service-leanling assessment. The final focus is to continue to xpand the dissemination of service-learning experiences within the conmmnity and educational twork of teachers throughout the state. The anticipated impact will be to promote servicelearning in ther districts. Contact: Kristine A. Grunwald Williamston Community Schools 3939 Vanneter Road Williamston, Michigan 48895 Tel: (517) 655 -2142 x 7400 Fax: (517) 655-7500 Email: grunwak@wmston.k12.mi.us 8 2006- 07 SB swnmaries �MICHIGAN LEARN AND SERVE -MICHIGAN SCHOOL-BASED COMMUNITY ROSTER SERVICE 2007-2008 COMMISSION ./ Implementation Grant - $15,000 BELDING AREA SCHOOLS Mary Beth Cluley Belding Area Schools 1975 Orchard Street Belding, Michigan 48809 Phone: (616) 794-4707 Fax: (616) 794-4726 Email: cluleym(a)bas-k12.org The Belding Area School is in it's second year as a grantee and will focus on five areas that will grow and help sustain their program. They will update their web page to include service-learning resources for teachers and partners. The Service-Learning Coordinator will select building representatives who will work with her to provide localized service-learning support. Expanded professional development opportunities will be delivered this year in order to reach teachers not previously engaged. Student presentations will be encouraged as a means for generating more interest and support for service-learning. Finally, the program advisory board will develop an awards program to recognize staff, volunteers and students involved in service-learning. These five strategies will get them closer to implementing the Belding Area Schools vision for service-learning- "students will experience service-learning every year in every grade". County(ies) Served: District Only- Ionia County CARSON CITY-CRYSTAL AREA SCHOOLS Institutionalization Grant - $15,000 ./ Kelly Pringle Carson City-Crystal Area Schools 115 East Main Street Carson City, Michigan 48811 Phone: (989) 584-3138 Fax: (989) 584-3043 Email: kpringle@carsoncity.k 12.mi. us The Carson City-Crystal School District is committed to being a school known for its Learn and Serve curriculum. As a district they will incorporate service projects that fit with the academic outcomes that are currently used. There will be programs at all grade levels. Elementary students will focus on social studies; middle school students will take part in projects that deal with American Red Cross certifications and community clean up; and high school students will have ties to multiple content areas. This year will focus on increased teacher training and increased school and community partnership. County(ies) Served: District Only- Montcalm County 1 Updated December 5, 2007 �CASMAN ALTERNATIVE ACADEMY Institutionalization Grant- $15,000 ...-- Matt Somsel CASMAN Alternative Academy 1710 Merkey Road Manistee, Michigan 49660 Phone: (616) 723-4981 Fax: (616) 723-1555 Email : msomsel@manistee.org Casman Alternative Academy's plan to increase the role of service-learning implementation by: the inclusion of service-learning in all core classes at each grade level, coordination of sequential service-learning proj ects across all subjects, increased student roles at all stages of projects development, formation of a reliable and productive advisory board, alignment of service-learning with state benchmarks, a pminership with a university to provide evaluation and assessment services, the development of partnerships and an increase in volunteers for projects, and a balance of one time projects and other long term interdisciplinary projects. County(ies) Served: Dish·ict Only- Manistee County Implementation Grant- $15,000 ,_... CHARLEVOIX PUBLIC SCHOOLS Gail Cherry Charlevoix Public Schools 5200 Mario Center Road Charlevoix, Michigan 49720 Phone: (231)547-3222 Fax: (231) 547-3245 Email: gcherry@rayder.net In 2007-2008, Charlevoix Public Schools will focus on building a sustainable service-learning prograin. The grant coordinator and curriculum teams will address school improvement goals by tying service-learning to state standards and benchmarks. They will continue training teachers on service-learning via professional development activities, core team meetings, and sharing of successes by pilot teachers during staff meetings. Service-learning will be tied to curriculum development goals and school mission statement. Teachers as service-learning guides are being targeted for each district school so that they can champion the cause of opening up the classroom to include community engagement. County(ies) Served: District Only - Charlevoix County / Implementation Grant - $15,000 CHASSELL TOWNSHIP SCHOOLS ~ - ~ I'VJ1Ch6..e. l blLU.YI..jChassell Township Schools 41585 U.S. Highway 41-P.O. Box 140 Chassell, Michigan 49916 Phone: (906) 523-4691 Fax: (906) 523-4969 Email: fl'ftl1ttij@et~.kl2.mi.us SGLL~ n+-fYI@ ·I'::> Kl Q. I\ 2 Updated December 5, 2007 �The Chassell Township Schools' service-learning coordinator, district administration, and advisory board will work to increase service-learning in the district and take steps to sustain service-learning as a viable teaching model for their classrooms. Service-learning and Character Counts will be joined as an elective to support school improvement plans in the middle and elementary grades. They will continue to strengthen the connection to the community, especially through a partnership with the Chassell Lions Club and the Township Board. The program will seek additional participation in, and support for service-learning, through expanded professional development and public relations efforts. County(ies) Served: District Only- Houghton County CLARKSTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS ~entad: David Reschke Clarkston Community Schools 6389 Clarkston Road Clarkston, Michigan 48346 Tel: (248) 623-5413 Fax: (248) 623-5450 Email: reschkdm(a)clarkston.k 12.mi. us Institutionalization Grant- $24,500 ------- Clarkston Community Schools plans to expand on the service-learning activities established in the previous years. The advisory board will be expanded to include more local agencies and youth. The program will offer follow up meetings for teachers who participate in training workshops will enhance professional development. A mini-grant procedure will be used to encourage project development and a public relations initiative will be used to develop additional support for this effort. This year nearly 3,000 students will be engaged in service-learning. County(ies) Served: District Only- Oakland County COPPER COUNTRY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Carla Strome Copper Country ISD 809 Hecla, P.O. Box 270 Hancock, Michigan 49930 Phone: (906) 482-4250 Fax: (906) 782-1931 Email: cstrome@ccisd.kl2.mi.us Institutionalization Grant- $24,500 Efforts during the 2007-2008 school year will focus on sustainability within districts already having success with service-learning and additional work in districts not yet embracing service-learning. In districts where teachers are successfully implementing service projects, efforts will target key teachers to develop mentors through extra training and networking. In districts where service-learning is not yet being utilized, efforts will focus on recruiting more teachers through training and guidance throughout project implementation. Adding a service-learning newsletter and a summer institute to the program will highlight success and encourage community partners to become a part of service-learning. The CCISD will continue to maintain a listserv to be utilized for communication and a web page devoted to service-learning activities and resources for teachers. County(ies) Served: Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw 3 Updated December 5, 2007 �Implementation Grant - $24,500 ,__. GRAND BLANC COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Martha Gale Grand Blanc Community Schools 11920 South Saginaw Street Grand Blanc, Michigan 48439 Phone: (810) 591-6931 Fax: (810) 591-6431 Email: mgale@grandblancschools.org The Grand Blanc Community Schools are seeking funds to enhance their service-learning program that allows students and/or teachers to design service-learning activities around what they determine to be community needs based on their current studies. Allowing participants to design their own activity, is an integral part of this initiative. Allowing students to take an active role in the design of their servicelearning helps foster their sense of civic responsibility, empathy, higher-order thinking skills and problem solving skills. The coordinator plans to use the program to help bridge the large socioeconomic gap that currently exists in the school district by giving students the opportunity to work together to solve shared community issues. County(ies) Served: District Only- Genesee County Implementation Grant- $15,000 INLAND LAKES SCHOOL DISTRICT Susan Whitener Inland Lakes Schools 5243 South Straits Highway Indian River, Michigan 49749 Phone: (231) 238-8896 Fax: (231) 238-4181 Email: swhitener@inlandlakes.org Inland Lakes Schools was awarded a Learn and Serve- Michigan planning grant in 2006. During the 20072008 school year, Inland Lakes Schools will develop and implement a minimum of six service-learning projects. Approximately 450 students will participate. Students will take an active role in developing the projects and all projects will align with State of Michigan Curriculum Framework. The program coordinator will work with administrative and teaching staff to develop and implement programs. The program advisory board will be expanded to include students and parents and they will work together to identify additional program expertise and resources. County(ies) Served: District Only- Cheboygan County 4 Updated December 5, 2007 �KALEVA NORMAN DICKSON SCHOOLS Institutionalization Grant- $15,000 ..- Deborah Crandell Kaleva Norman Dickson Schools Brethren High School 440 North High Bridge Road Brethren, Michigan 49619 Phone:(231)477-5355 Fax: (231) 477-5242 Email: crandell@manistee.org Over the past decade, Kaleva Norman Dickson Schools (KNDS) have used service learning to increase the academic achievement of students while fostering a culture of service in the region. The program revolves around the eleven essential elements and four key goals, which include: • Embedding service-learning in every classroom district wide • Enabling each student to experience service-learning at each level • Developing positive attitudes toward volunteering, • And encouraging active participation in communities With it's final year of Learn and Serve -Michigan funding KNDS will continue to engage students in community problem solving, increase graduation rates and build commitment among the teaching and administrative staff. County(ies) Served: District Only- Manistee County Implementation Grant - $40,000 ......- KENT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Steve Dieleman Kent lSD 2930 Knapp NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525 Phone: (616) 365-2271 Fax: (616) 364-1489 Email: stevedieleman@kentisd.org The Kent County Intermediate School District (KISD) supports instruction in the classroom and student achievement. The goal of their Learn and Serve- Michigan grant is to expand service-learning as an instructional methodology. Through this grant, KISD students will demonstrate academic and social skills while helping others at school and in the community. Students will demonstrate mastery in a core academic subject and develop Career Pathway employability skills. The program will be expanded by adding two new school districts to the program and by offering additional support to the existing two school districts. The district will use the Rubric for the Sustainability of High Quality Service-Learning as a guide for deeply integrating their program. Kent lSD will also continue to include additional special populations including low-income, special education and preschool students. County(ies) Served: District Only- Kent County Implementation Grant - $24,500 / LAKE ORION COMMUNITY SCHOOLS MaryAnne Thorndycraft Lake Orion Community Schools 455 East Scripps Road 5 Updated December 5, 2007 �Lake Orion, Michigan 48360 Phone: (248) 693 -5436 Fax: (248) 693 -5670 Email : mthorndycraft@lakeorion.kl2.mi .us In the first year of fund ing, Lake Orion Community Schools worked to incorporate service-learning into the "culture" of the district, making it both sequential and sustainable. Over the next year they will be targeting the administrative level with presentations at the administrative Council meetings. They will also be improving teacher development with workshops focused on deepening the impact of service-learning and the tmderstanding the Principles of Effective Practice for service-learning so that the projects will be of sufficient intensity and duration. They will be adding projects at three more buildings and will be working to increase the community and administrative support of their service-learning efforts. County(ies) Served: District Only - Oakland County LOWELL AREA SCHOOLS Carla Stone Lowell Area Schools 11700 Vergennes Lowell, Michigan 49331 Phone: (616) 682-4125 Fax: (616) 897-4463 Email: cstone@lowell.k 12.mi .us Institutionalization Grant - $24,500 ..,., Lowell Area Schools has designed a plan that will integrate service-learning at a minimum, in alternating grade levels from kindergarten through twelfth grade, so students will have the opportunity to work with and serve people in the "real world" throughout their years in school The key element in making this happen will be the planned and progressive training and support of teachers and administration, as well as businesses and organizations within the community. County(ies) Served : District Only - Kent County (I vfrMARQUETTE-ALGER REGIONAL E DUCATIONAL SERVICE AGENCY (MARESA) ~"If\ R:o]~Mf'!Ceohs, Educational Consultant Institutionalization Grant- $24,50~ 1 ' ~ Marquette- Alger Regional Educational Service Agency ~ 321 East Ohio Street ~() 0 r Y1 Marquette, Michigan 49855 :_.. ACA 0 lr 1 (906) 226-5116 QL \ () r:) c ( )rQ1 . ..._,,/"1)/v Email: ~s@fB:aF@!!e.¥&5¢\s \ J l \ /1./ ~-1" ~ flp ~ ~(' \ VI ~ f.l; )\\Or\./ r ( l.Ors _Jwhn@ fY(l e. A t<', Marquette- Alger Regional Educational Service Agency (MARESA), in partnership with Northern Michigan Uni versity has implemented a service-learning initiative for the past 3 Y2 years . In the coming school year, the program will be enhanced by increased teachers support, expansion of teacher professional development with a stronger connection to the State of Michigan Curriculum Framework. Throughout the project, schools in fi ve Upper Peninsula counties will be targeted for training and support in academic service-learning. The counties will include Marquette, Alger, Luce, Chippewa and Mackinaw. County(ies) Served: Alger, Chippewa, Luce, Mackinaw, Marquette 6 Updated December 5, 2007 I �Implementation Grant- $15,000 ~ 0NA WAY AREA COMMUNITY SCHOOL ~Z!:~e- Mtr&~ f -n Onaway Area Community School .J:b»<4M L/5 L/ 9 ;vJ · 3 3 'Sou-+ J.--... Onaway, Michigan 49765 Phone: (989) 733 ~59 <-l'100 Fax: (989) 733 ~ C{ q L.(~ Email· ~ymen:iinfr@ra?tc&tc om hor-n mS c ( ) L) ri;} ya.h<XJ. C Onaway Area Schools will build upon the previous year of Learn and Serve - Michigan funding by increasing the capacity and interest among staff members to develop and implement effective servicelearning for students. The program coordinator will continue to nurture existing community partnerships, while fostering new relationships. Finally, they will make stronger connections between service-learning, cun·iculum and school improvement so that the experiences are meaningful and tightly aligned with State of Michigan Curriculum Framework. County(ies) Served: District Only - Presque Isle County Implementation Grant- $15,000 v" PENNFIELD SCHOOLS Edward terSteeg Pennfield Schools 8587 Pennfield Road Battle Creek, Michigan 49017 Phone: (269) 961-9781 Fax: (269) 961-9799 Emai 1: tersteee@permfiel d. k 12. mi. us ~act. Petmfield Schools will focus on three service-learning goals in 2007-2008: Improve student performance and achievement through service-learning. Help to develop and internalize the attitudes and perceptions of shtdents and teachers regarding the personal and civic value of service-learning Meet documented needs within the community To achieve these goals, Pennfield Schools will: 1) build the organizational infrastructure to support more and deeper service-learning activities; 2) adding professional learning events each semester; 3) expanding community outreach; 4) expanding the size and purpose of the advisory board; 5) reformulating existing clubs and organizations to better support service-learning; 6) and augment the evaluation plan to include formative and sunm1ative elements that will allow for program improvement as well as articulating the outcomes and impact of service-learning in the district. County(ies) Served: District Only - Calhoun County 7 Updated December 5, 200 7 �SHELBY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Fred Osbem ScoH-Qu.JZ£0. Shelby Public Schools ") <:.-"" 155 Sixth Street / Shelby, Michigan 49455 Tel: (231) 861 ~ L/L/ 6 ~ Fax: (231) 861-6764 Institutionalization Grant- $15,000 / \1 ( The goal ofthe 2007-2008 institutionalization grant is to continue expanding the number of teachers, students, projects and partners involved in service-learning at all grade levels while maintaining the infrastructure that supports the service-learning program. The long-tern1 goal for this program is for students to have at least one service-learning experience at each educational level, sequential experiences, and have the activities be of a sustained or significant duration so that student involvement lasts for a minimum of 40 hours per school year and covering multiple disciplines. County(ies) Served: District Only - Oceana County SOUTHGATE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Mary Lou Provost Institutionalization Southgate Community School District 13201 Trenton Road Southgate, Michigan 48195-1891 Tel: (734) 246-4600 Fax: (734) 283-6791 Email: provostm@sgate.kl2.mi.us Grant - $24,500 / "Teaching Core Democratic Values Through Service-Learning" is in its sixth year implementation of a Learn and Serve grant. The goal ofthis program is to integrate service-learning activities into the K-12 curriculum with special relevance to the core democratic values. Students at each grade levels K-5, 6-9 and 10-12, including the alternative high school, will have a quality service-learning experience. They will learn how to conduct a community needs assessment and identify a need. They will consider how to address the need by designing service-learning programs in a way that connects with classroom instruction. A combination of mini-grant and professional development activities will support teachers as they improve their service-learning instructional skills. County(ies) Served: District Only - Wayne County ,/ Implementation Grant- $24,500 TRAVERSE CITY AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS f-a-t I ©} m ll en_ ~Ir;s); Fie.. h; 'rJv q Traverse City Area Public Schools P. O. Hox 32= V/ ~ WebS I-t"r Traverse City, Michigan ·~ y c1a 40 10 Phone: (231) 933- ~ 5w5"'/ Fax : (231) 933-1782 Email: l~npa-@oom:in . tcaps:net " rC l ~ ~\ \J { 1 e_b, ·nJJ,~@odlnt·tL. 8 f Cci.jJS · 11ef Updated December 5, 2007 �The Traverse City Area Public Schools' (TCAPS) Youth-to-Youth Initiative (Y2}j: Learning for Action for the 2007-2008 school year will focus on a micro-finance service-learning program for middle school and high school students. This program will extend the delivery of service-learning curriculum into new grade levels, new content areas, and supports their multi-year strategy for establishing K-12 service-learning integration with TCAPS' curriculum. They will provide tools and instructional strategies that link to curriculum and help students to sucesssfully learn and apply concepts of financial literacy, stewardship of natural and financial resources, and global citizenship. County(ies) Served: District Only- Grand Traverse County WILLIAMSTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Institutionalization Grant- $15,000 . . . .--- Kristine A. Grunwald Williamston Community Schools 3939 Vanneter Road Williamston, Michigan 48895 Phone: (517) 655-2142 x 7400 Fax: (517) 655-7500 Email: grunwak@wmston.k12.mi.us The purpose of this fifth year grant is threefold. The first focus will be to provide professional development and material resources to enable those buildings not yet fully implementing service-learning to replicate successful programs started in other buildings. They will also guide experienced service-learning teachers to develop authentic assessments of their service-learning practices as a model for the non-participating teaching staff and helping train their colleagues in effective service-learning assessment. The final focus is to continue to expand the dissemination of service-learning experiences within the community and educational network of teachers throughout the state. The anticipated impact will be to promote servicelearning in other districts. County(ies) Served: District Only- Ingham County 9 Updated December 5, 2007 �MICHIGAN LEARN AND SERVE- MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION Every one of us wants our children to grow into skilled, aware, and responsible adults. Through service~learning, young people take what they learn and put it into action in the community. Service-learning is a way of teaching and learning that connects meaningful service to the community with classroom instruction. A 2002 study of Michigan schools shows that 39 percent of public schools participate in service-learning, while 88 percent participate in general community service projects. Learn and Serve- Michigan is a competitive grant program that supports service-learning opportunities district wide. Currently, the MCSC manages: • • 32 School-Based programs where K-12 teachers tie serviced~learning projects to the regular curriculum. Current funding is $550,024. One Community-Based program grant is given to Michigan State University 4-H Extension in the amount of $317,896. Service-learning has been shown to: • • • Increase motivation to learn, Lower drop out rates, and Build critical thinking and problem solving skills. �2006-07 Learn and Serve Michigan MtSSAUKEE LAKE • • Learn and Serve - Michigan SchoolBased pr'ogram(s) serve this county The learn and Serve - Michigan Community-Based program is based in this county OSCEOlA OGEMAW ClARE Gl.AIJWIN GRATIOT MONTCALM • • • • • • • • • •• • • • KENT 1----l-----\:::-::::::::-::-:=:i CUNTON IONIA GENESEE SIIAWASSEf OAKlAND BARRY EATON INGHAM JACKSON ST. JOSEPH BRANCH Hll.LSOALE UVINGS WASHTENAW LENAWEE Updated: January 11, 2007 �MICHIGAN COMMU.....ITY SERVICE VETERANS ARE TOUCHED BY CHILDREN'S INTEREST COMMISSION "The Veterans' Reception was a great way to bring two vastly separated generations together," said Ron DeWaard. "It makes up for so many times when older people and younger people purposely avoid each other because they think they have no common ground." Vietnam Veteran Ron DeWaard and,his wiftt Linda, along with more than 100 other veterans and their wives recently attended the first annual Veterans' Reception hosted by members of the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Holland (BGCH). The reception, honoring veterans for service to our country, included a tour of the Boys and Girls Club, a dinner, and a program of speeches by both youth and veterans. Ron and Linda were touched by the expression of kindness on the part of the 85 Holland youth involved. A Holland youth and local veterans meet for the first time at the Veterans Reception. The reception was the culmination of a year of correspondence between club members and veterans. Letters, holiday cards, valentines, and photographs were exchanged. A club member from the 5th grade had the greatest response from her veteran. After her first letter, she received a large package. It contained an extensive letter in which the veteran answered all her questions and included a book and pictures of the ship that he served on while in the Navy. In addition to giving students a window into the lives of veterans, the year-long project gave them opportunities to practice letterwriting and computer skills. The program was not directly designed to bring homeland security into the lives of the youth and the community. An exciting, but unexpected outcome was the level of awareness gained by the youth about what it means to serve your country and be part of a nation and community. Equally exciting was how touched ~he veterans were by the intere~t of the children. "Acts of kindness are always rewarded," shared Army veteran, Bruce Glass. A lifetime member of VFW Post 2144 and former member of the 352nd Communication Reconnaissance Company, Mr. Glass served in the Korean War. He told the club members, "Your kindness toward old soldiers, Marines, sailors, and airmen will not be forgotten. We salute you." Students in this program also • Planned with community leaders and decorated the parade route for the Veterans' Day and Memorial Day parades • Cleaned up and prepared equipment for storage after parades • Researched the wars which veterans corresponded about " " This service-learning project is part of the Learn and Serve - Michigan program at the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Holland. The Michigan Community Service Commission recently approved a $12,611 grant so this service-learning program can continue throughout the 2002-2003-program year. The BGCH service-learning program will engage at least 175 students in the upcoming year. The BGCH practice of service-learning is expanding throughout their youth serving programs. �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE-- STUDENTS MOUNT CAMPAIGN ·AGAINST SECON-DHAND SMOKE COMMISSION Students at ACE High School are concerned ... for themselves, their friends, and their families. Tobacco use is the single leading·preventab_le cause of death in the United States. Although cigarette smoking nationwide among highSchO'Ol students is declining, approximately 80% of tobacco users begin smoking before the age of 18. If this trend continues, approximately 5 million children living today will die prematurely because they began to smoke cigarettes during adolescence. What really got the attention of the ACE High School students were the effects of secondhand smoke. Research has shown that smoke from the smokers around them causes disease, including lung cancer, in healthy nonsmokers. Although they may make the decision not to smoke, they could still be at risk. Rather than sit around and complain, they decided to do something. Led by juniors Shaun Bryan and Nicole Mangan, and senior Amanda Bjorkman, the students developed and produced media materials educating Iron County citizens on the problems of secondhand smoke. You Have a Choice, They Don'tEffects ofSecond Hand Smoke was developed as part of an academic servicelearning project for their Communication Arts class. The media campaign included a You Have The Choice, They Don't was the message ofthe ACE High School media campaign in Iron County. billboard, exhibit boards, radio spots, and place mats for local restaurants. Students chose the topic of secondhand smoke. They did research to determine the best media outlets to use in their community. They wrote the message and formulated the layouts. They evaluated their project when it was completed. Not only did the students learn about secondhand smoke and how to put together a media campaign-they were rewarded for their efforts. The Michigan Cancer Consortium awarded ACE the Spirit of Cooperation Award for their outstanding work in the Upper Peninsula. ACE High School is part of the West Iron County Public Schools. The Michigan Community Service Commission recently awarded them a $33,250 Learn and Serve- Michigan grant to expand their service-learning activities. They are one of 36 school-based programs that receive funding through Learn and Serve- Michigan. �MICHIGAN CQMMUN11Y SERVI~E YOUNG VOLUNTEER REACHES OUT TO SENIORS COMMISSION "Knocking on the door and a man saying 'Follow me,' and the next thing I knew we were being evacuated," said Joyce Mallory, a resident of Courthouse Square Apartments in Ann Arbor. On a hot July evening, seventy residents gQt ;l_helping hand from the American Red Cross, when a fire in the elevator shaft forced them to evacuate their apartments. Coordinating with the University of Michigan, Red Cross staff and volunteers arranged for residents of the downtown assisted living facility to be bussed to temporary housing at a local hotel. Complications in repairing the problem at Courthouse Square turned the one-night stay into four nights. The residents were concerned about their apartments, pets needed care, and many seniors needed to replenish medications left behind in their hasty exit. Working with the Ann Arbor Transportation Authority and other community agencies, the Residents from Courthouse Square receive Red Cross Red Cross team turned a potentially traumatic assistance during their crisis. few days into "an adventure," as resident Elizabeth Galvan called it. Daily shuttles were scheduled for residents, meals were served, and medical assistance provided. Happy to be on her way back home after the crisis, Joyce said she thought the Red Cross volunteers were wonderful. "Without the Red Cross, we'd have been lost," she said. One of the volunteers who helped with the evacuation and sheltering was 17-year-old Deondre Richmond. Deondre became a volunteer through the Red Cross Youth Community Action Team (YCAT). He had only recently completed his orientation when he was called into action. Working alongside experienced team members, Deondre provided information, food, and a listening ear to the seniors. During the five days of the crisis, he volunteered a total of 59 hours. He combined his training with common sense and youthful energy to do anything he could. Although public recognition is not important to him, Deondre received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Red Cross Emergency Services Department. " YCAT engag~s 80 youth between the ages of 12 and 17 in a variety of service-learning activities that are mainly focused on peer education. Youth volunteers first complete First Aid and CPR training. Then they choose an interest area such as Community Disaster, Water Safety, or Pet First Aid for their next level of training. The young people utilize their training to assist their peers and to volunteer for Red Cross projects throughout the community. The Michigan Community Service Commission recently awarded the Red Cross a $15,000 Learn and Serve- Michigan communitybased grant for the YCAT program. ��MICHIGAN LEARN AND SERVE- MICHIGAN COMMUNITY-BASED ROSTER -SERVICE 2006-2007 COMMISSION MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY 4-H EXTENSION Cyndi Mark, Ph.D. Program Leader 4-H Youth Development Children, Youth and Family Programs Michigan State University Extension 160 Agriculture Hall East Lansing, MI 48824-1039 Phone: (517)432-7602 Fax: (517) 355-6748 Email: markc@anr .msu.edu ~The Michigan 4-H Peer Mentoring and Service Learning is increasing the number of disadvantaged youth with peer mentors by recruiting more than 1,000 peer mentors that will serve at least 1,600 mentees. The program will be conducted by Michigan State University Extension and implemented in at least 20 counties. Peer mentors will gain skills in social development, citizenship, and leadership while they provide the younger student with a stable role model. 1 2006-07 CB summaries ��MICHIGAN LEARN AND SERVE -MICHIGAN SCHOOL-BASED ROSTER SERVICE 2006-2007 COMMISSION Planning Grant - $6,000 ALPENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS Contact: Angie Stoughton Alpena Public Schools 3303 South Third Avenue, D House Alpena, Michigan 49707 Phone: (989) 358-5245 Fax: (989) 358-5312 Email: angie3424@yahoo.com During the initial phase of the grant, the majority of funds will be dedicated to professional development and teachers will attend service-learning sessions offered by the MCSC and other recommended trainings. Sequential high quality service-learning will occur by involving at least one class of the 5th and 6th grade students in at least one elementary level building, at least one 7th and gth grade class at the junior high level, and at least one 9th and 1oth grade class at the high school level. <:;?unty(ies) Served: District Only- Alpena County "' ....iEDFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS Sharon Throm Bedford Public Schools 1623 West Stems Road Temperance, Michigan 48182 Phone: (734) 850-6034 Fax: (734) 850-6099 Email: throms@bedford.kl2.mi.us Institutionalization Grant - $24,500 Students and teachers in Bedford Public Schools will have the opportunity to connect what they are learning in the classroom to the community in which they live through participation in service-learning. Projects will support academic achievement, and foster a sense of civic responsibility and pride. Teachers and students will develop ideas for these together based on needs that have been identified in the community and that match what is being taught in the classroom. Goals for 2006-07 include expanding the use of servicelearning to all buildings in the district and providing all students the opportunity to experience servicelearning at least one time in each grade span; providing at least fifteen new teachers and two administrators training; and continuing to build the foundation for sustainability by integrating service-learning into school improvement plans. County(ies) Served: District Only- Monroe County 1 2006-07 SB summaries �Planning Grant - $6,000 BELDING AREA SCHOOLS Mary Beth Cluley -Belding Area Schools ~975 Orchard Street Belding, Michigan 48809 Phone: (616) 794-4707 ·Fax: (616) 794-4726 Email: cluleym@bas-kl2.org In the planning phase of this grant, the applicant will select a Service-Learning Coordinator for the district. With the Curriculum Director and teachers, they will incorporate service-learning into the curriculum in a minimum of one class per building. The goal over six years is to mainstream service-learning in all curriculum areas so that students will have a service-learning experience in all buildings. In order to establish the program this year, the coordinator will develop an advisory board and partner with Ionia Intermediate School District to offer service-learning professional development. County(ies) Served: District Only- Ionia County CARSON CITY-CRYSTAL AREA SCHOOLS Kelly Pringle Carson City-Crystal Area Schools 115 East Main Street Carson City, Michigan 48811 Phone:(989)584-3138 --fax:(989)584-3043 ~mail: kpringle@carsoncity.kl2.mi.us Institutionalization Grant- $15,000 The Carson City-Crystal School District is committed to being a school known for its Learn and Serve ciirriculum. As a district they will incorporate service projects that fit with the academic outcomes that are currently used. There will be programs at all grade levels. Elementary students will focus on social studies; middle school students will take part in projects that deal with American Red Cross certifications and community clean up; and high school students will have ties to multiple content areas. This year will focus on increased teacher training and increased school and community partnership. County(ies) Served: District Only- Montcalm County Implementation Grant - $15,000 CASMAN ALTERNATIVE ACADEMY Matt Somsel CASMAN Alternative Academy 1710 Merkey Road Manistee, Michigan 49660 Phone: (616) 723-4981 Fax: (616) 723-1555 Email: msomsel@manistee.org CASMAN Alternative Academy's plan for the coming year includes establishing a more effective advisory _board, improving how projects are evaluated, and getting all teachers to implement long term, high quality ~rvice-learning projects at all grade levels. Graduation requirements have become progressively more 2 2006-07 SB summaries �stringent with each student required to complete 20 hours of service-learning each year as well as to prepare a portfolio which is presented by them twice annually to their parents at student led conferences. ~:::ounty(ies) Served: District Only- Manistee County Planning Grant - $6,000 CHARLEVOIX PUBLIC SCHOOLS · Gail Cherry Charlevoix Public Schools 5200 Mario Center Road ,Charlevoix, Michigan 49720 ·Phone: (231) 547-3222 Fax: (231) 547-3245 Email: gcherry@rayder.net Charlevoix plans to incorporate service-learning to address three major goals for the school district. They include: 1. All students will improve in reading comprehension in all curricular areas, using strategies of making connections, questioning, visualizing, inferring, determining importance, and synthesizing, 2. All students will improve writing skills, and 3. All students will improve math skills across the curriculum, with computation, solving problems, and data analysis. County(ies) Served: District Only- Charlevoix County Planning Grant - $6,000 CHASSELL TOWNSHIP SCHOOLS James Frantti ~hassell Township Schools 41585 U.S. Highway 41-P.O. Box 140 Chassell, Michigan 49916 Phone:(906)523-4691 Fax: (906) 523-4969 Email: franttij@cts.kl2.mi.us The Learning Through Service project will create a structure to fully integrate service-learning into the school curriculum. During the planning year, the focus will be on organizing an advisory board, providing professional development, developing a plan that integrates service-learning with specific curriculum standards and content areas at each grade span, and addressing assessment and sustainability. County(ies) Served: District Only- Houghton County Implementation Grant - $24,000 CLARKSTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Contact: Davie Reschke Clarkston Community Schools 6389 Clarkston Road Clarkston, Michigan 48346 Tel: (248) 623-5413 Fax: (248) 623-5450 ~mail: reschkdm@clarkston.kl2.mi.us 3 2006-07 SB summaries �In this third year of implementation, Clarkston Community Schools will expand on the service-learning activities established in previous years. The advisory board will be expanded to include more local agencies .-.lnd youth. Professional development will be enhanced by providing five on-site workshops to be followed r "y a two-day training event to deepen the service-learning expertise among educators. Mini-grants will be offered to encourage project development and replication. This year, more than 2,000 students will be engaged in service-learning. County(ies) Served: District Only- Oakland County CLINTON COUNTY REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AGENCY Brandi Meredith Institutionalization 1013 South U.S. 27, Suite A St. Johns, Michigan 48879 Phone: (989) 224-6831 ext 332 Fax: (989)224-9574 Email: meredith@edzone.net Grant - $24,500 The goals of the Clinton County RESA program are to strengthen student, school, and community relationships, increase students' civic knowledge and historical perspective, and provide sustained, on-going service-learning professional development. The implementation of Clinton County's service-learning program will be based on a five pillar approach: sustained and ongoing professional development for teachers, classroom mini-grants to support service-learning projects establishing learning communities within the local schools, resource development and dissemination, and strong advisory board guidance. It is through the professional development model and the establishment of a learning community that the "xpected goals will be achieved. ' County(ies) Served: Clinton County COPPER COUNTRY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Carla Strome Implementation Copper Country lSD 809 Hecla, P.O. Box 270 Hancock, Michigan 49930 Phone:(906)482-4250 Fax: (906) 782-1931 Email: cstrome@ccisd.kl2.mi.us Grant - $24,500 The Copper Country Intermediate School District will continue partnering with Michigan Technological University and Finlandia University (formerly Suomi College) to infuse the teaching community with understanding and implementation of service-learning for students. The geographic region that will be supported by this grant will initially be the northwestern Upper Peninsula. These activities will be available to all 13 school districts serviced by the CCISD that includes 500 teachers and over 7200 students. County(ies) Served: Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw 4 2006-07 SB summaries �Implementation Grant - $30,000 EATON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Charlotte Koger ~aton Intermediate School District ,. "790 E. Packard Hwy. Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 484-2929 ext.1158 ·Email: ckoger@eaton.k12.mi.us Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Intermediate School Districts and Olivet College continue in their partnership on the Mid-Michigan Learn and Serve Consortium to serve as the regional service-learning network for this grant. The focus of this implementation grant is to build the capacity of teachers in Eaton Clinton and Ingham counties to assist one another to improve student achievement and classroom instruction. Using a proven peer assistance model, six mentor teachers will provide intensive support a minimum of 20 additional teachers who are new to service-learning. Olivet College will be offering college credit for the professional development. Overall, this will impact 2,400 students. County(ies) Served: Clinton, Eaton, Ingham Planning Grant- $8,000 GRAND BLANC COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Martha Gale Grand Blanc Community Schools 11920 South Saginaw Street Grand Blanc, Michigan 48439 Phone: (81 0) 591-6931 ~ax: (810) 591-6431 r "mail: mgale@grandblancschools.org Involvement in service-learning will help to bridge the large socioeconomic gap that currently exists in the Grand Blanc School District by giving students the opportunity to work together to solve shared community issues. Additionally, service-learning will provide the district a means to allow all students to achieve their highest potential, and thereby elevate MEAP scores in underperforming subgroups, by helping to provide an interdisciplinary approach to studies that includes problem-based learning situations that integrate real world relevance with the application of academic skills. County(ies) Served: District Only- Genesee County HEMLOCK PUBLIC SCHOOLS Institutionalization Grant - $15,000 Rudy Godefroidt Hemlock Public Schools 1095 North Hemlock Road Hemlock, Michigan 48626 Phone: (989) 642-2338 Fax: (989) 642-3504 Email: grodefroidt@hemlock.k 12.mi. us The main organizational goal for this last year of funding will be to finalize details of formal policies, local and key staff to oversee the program and ensure the program can continue functioning in its present . Jective capacity. The district will also continue to offer high quality service opportunities tied into the ~nding, 5 2006-07 SB summaries �curriculum for all students at each level of their education, to partner with school and community members to meet identified needs and to educate and assist staff in academic service-learning activities. ~ounty(ies) Served: District Only- Saginaw County HONEY CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Institutionalization Grant - $15,000 ·Sue Huczek Honey Creek Community School 1819 South Wagner Road Ann Arbor, Michigan 48106-1406 Tel: (734) 994-2636 Fax: (734) 994-2203 Email: shuczek@hc.wash.kl2.mi.us Over the last five years, Honey Creek Community School has worked to develop a sustained service-learning program. The proposed plan will help cement the permanence of the program as an educational model that can be shared and institutionalized. Though a combination of service-learning coordinator support, access to regional and national conferences and project mini-grants, support for service-learning activities for the students ofHoney Creek and High Point (a school for students with severe disabilities) will be enhanced to create an integrated community of learners. 100% of the Honey Creek students will participate in servicelearning this coming school year. County(ies) Served: District Only- Washtenaw County Planning Grant - $6,000 ,.INLAND LAKES SCHOOL DISTRICT .. 'san Whitener Inland Lakes Schools 5243 South Straits Highway Indian River, Michigan 49749 Phone: (231) 238-8896 Fax: (231) 238-4181 Email: swhitener@inlandlakes.org Inland Lakes School District (ILS) will develop and expand on their initial efforts to provide service-learning opportunities for their students, and incorporate it into their overall program. During the 2006-2007 school year ILS will assemble an advisory board made up of students, parents, community and agency professionals and their teaching and administrative staff will develop three pilot projects in each building. Approximately 250 students will participate in service-learning projects this year. County(ies) Served: District Only- Cheboygan County IONIA COUNTY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Deborah Wagner 2191 Harwood Road Ionia, Michigan 48846 Phone: (616) 522-1405 ~ax: (616) 527-4731 mail: dawagner@ionia-isd.kl2.mi.us Institutionalization Grant- $24,500 6 2006-07 SB summaries �The Ionia County Intermediate School District will continue to work to implement service-learning throughout the county in each of the six districts using the following goals: 1) Increase teacher knowledge of ~rvice-learning, authentic assessment and curriculum through professional development; 2) increase student learning by integrating service-learning into core curriculum stands, 3) institutionalize service-learning methodology into the school program to foster system change. This year, 2,375 Ionia County students will ·be engaged in service-learning. County(ies) Served: Ionia KALEVA NORMAN DICKSON SCHOOLS Deborah Crandell Kaleva Norman Dickson Schools Brethren High School 440 North High Bridge Road Brethren, Michigan 49619 Phone: (231) 477-5355 I:ax: (231) 477-5242 Email: crandell@manistee.org Institutionalization Grant- $14,986 Kaleva Norman Dickson Schools proposed program revolves around the eleven essential elements and four key goals, which include: • Embedding service-learning in every classroom district wide • Enabling each student to experience service-learning at each level ~ • Developing positive attitudes toward volunteering, • and encouraging active participation in communities County(ies) Served: District Only- Manistee County Implementation Grant - $40,000 KENT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT In order to develop leadership for service-learning, Kent Intermediate School District will equip educators with the tools for making service-learning part of the school culture. By including service-learning as a strategy for meeting the Kent County Superintendents' Association goals on Literacy, Career Exploration, Character Development, Respect and Responsibility and Making Education Relevant, Kent ISD hopes to expand service-learning to every building in the district and assure that all students have a least one service-learning experience at each grade span. Contact: Steve Dieleman Kent ISD 2930 Knapp NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525 Phone: (616) 365-2271 Fax: (616) 364-1489 Email: stevedieleman@kentisd.org ~ounty(ies) Served: District Only- Kent County 7 2006-07 SB summaries �L'ANSE CREUSE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Ann L. Hart -L'Anse Creuse Public Schools ~8495 L'Anse Creuse Harrison Township, Michigan 48045 Tel: (586) 783-6400 x 2036 ·Fax: (568) 783-6408 Email: hartan@lc-pc.org Institutionalization Grant - $24,500 L'Anse Creuse Public Schools has had a Community Service-Learning Program since 1992. During their final year, four major goals will provide the opportunity for all L'Anse Creuse students to learn and grow though service. First, professional development will be provided so that all teachers have knowledge of service-learning. Secondly, school and community partnerships will be further expanded. Finally, the district will focus on impact evaluation to demonstrate the value to the districts and students involved. More than 5,000 students will participate in service-learning during the 2006-2007 school year. County(ies) Served: District Only- Macomb County Planning Grant - $8,000 LAKE ORION COMMUNITY SCHOOLS MaryAnne Thorndycraft Lake Orion Community Schools 455 East Scripps Road Lake Orion, Michigan 48360 Phone: (248) 693-5436 ~ax: (248) 693-5670 mail: mthorndycraft@lakeorion.kl2.mi.us The proposed program will provide the basis for incorporating service-learning into the curriculum. In the planning year each grade span will have a building liaison, a district wide in-service on service-learning will be held, and pilot projects will be conducted at each grade span. County(ies) Served: District Only- Oakland County LAPEER COUNTY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Annette Gunderson Institutionalization Lapeer County Intermediate School District 1996 West Oregon Street Lapeer, Michigan 48446 Phone: (81 0) 667-0341 Fax: (810) 667-0355 Email: lapeer@msue.msu.edu Grant - $24,500 A partnership of schools and community organizations (led by the Lapeer County Intermediate School District, Lapeer Community Schools, Lapeer County MSU Extension and United Way of Lapeer County) will maintain their strong service-learning program while expanding efforts to creates a more complete sequence of experiences for K-12 students. During 2006-2007, at least 2,644 students, 109 teachers/staff, 24 ~hools, and 100 community partners will participate in service-learning . .ounty(ies) Served: Lapeer 8 2006-07 SB summaries �Implementation Grant - $24,500 LOWELL AREA SCHOOLS ~arlaStone ...owell Area Schools 11 700 Vergennes Lowell, Michigan 49331 ·Phone: (616) 682-4125 Fax: (616) 897-4463 Email: cstone@lowell.k12.mi.us Lowell Area Schools has designed a plan that will integrate service-learning at a minimum, in alternating grade levels from kindergarten through twelfth grade, so students will have the opportunity to work with and serve people in the "real world" throughout their years in school The key element in making this happen will be the planned and progressive training and support of teachers and administration, as well as businesses and organizations within the community. County(ies) Served: District Only- Kent County MARQUETTE-ALGER REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AGENCY (MARESA) Robert Koehs, Educational Consultant Implementation Grant - $24,500 Marquette- Alger Regional Educational Service Agency 321 East Ohio Street Marquette, Michigan 49855 (906) 226-5116 ~mail: bkoehs@maresa.kl2.mi.us Marquette- Alger Regional Educational Service Agency (MARESA), in partnership with Northern Michigan University School of Education, have formed and academic service-learning program called" A Partnership of Service-Teaching, Learning, Experiencing " (APOSTLE). Through the two-county effort, MARESA will provide professional development for educators and increase awareness and usage of the servicelearning methodology. Teacher mini-grants will be offered as an incentive for project development in order to engage a projected 75 K12 educators and more than 4,000 students. County(ies) Served: Alger, Chippewa, Luce, Mackinaw, Marquette NORTH STAR ACADEMY Mary St. Clair North Star Academy PO Box 577 335 South Pine Street Ishpeming, Michigan 49849 Tel: (906) 486-8311 Fax: (906) 486-1114 Email: Mary nsa@yahoo.com Institutionalization Grant- $15,000 North Star Academy has developed a three-tiered approach to service-learning. Students begin to understand ~e concept of 'global issues' through weekly service at local non-profits. Students are matched according J their strengths and interests to offer the agency skills and services they may need. They gain a deeper 9 2006-07 SB summaries �understanding of service through their course studies as academic content and applied projects focus on a particular societal problem or issue. At the close of their high school career, students demonstrate and internalize their understanding of a modem problem or issue by working in a team and conducting their own ~search and formulating their own project. 100% of the North Star Academy students will participate in service-learning annually. · County(ies) Served: District Only- Marquette County Planning Grant - $6,000 ONAWAY AREA COMMUNITY SCHOOL Robert Szymoniak Onaway Area Community School Box 307 Onaway, Michigan 49765 Phone: (989) 733-4950 Fax: (989) 733-4998 Email: bszymoniak@oacsd.com During Onaway Area Community School's pilot year they will focus their efforts on a targeted project that will build service-learning expertise while addressing issues ofthe Ocqueoc River. The district will provide service-learning professional development in order to develop projects involving Michigan's 5th, ih and lOth grade science standards into lessons designed around the stewardship ofthis Ocqueoc Watershed. Future implementation will broaden this focus to include other content areas and community needs. County(ies) Served: District Only- Presque Isle County ~NNFIELD SCHOOLS Planning Grant- $6,000 Contact: Edward terSteeg Pennfield Schools 8587 Pennfield Road Battle Creek, Michigan 49017 Phone: (269) 961-9781 Fax: (269) 961-9799 Email: tersteee@pennfield.k12.mi.us Pennfield Schools has conducted surveys of students and the general population that indicates that there is a disconnect between students and adults in the community. This along with the School Board's goal for graduating students who are outstanding citizens helps to illustrate the need for service- learning in Pennfield Schools. Professional development for teachers will be the lynchpin for this service-learning effort in the planning year. Evaluation of planning process and progress will be guided by a logic model which will articulate critical milestones, timelines and processes that will result in a viable service-learning curriculum. County(ies) Served: District Only- Calhoun County 10 2006-07 SB summaries �SHELBY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Susan Waldrep ~helby Public Schools r ":55 Sixth Street Shelby, Michigan 49455 Tel: (231) 861-5541 ·Fax: (231) 861-6764 Email: walds@shelby.k12.mi.us Institutionalization Grant - $15,000 The goal of the 2004-2005 implementation grant is to continue expanding the number of teachers, students, projects and partners involved in service-learning at all grade levels. The duration of the projects will be expanded as well to encompass programs and activities that last for at least on semester or more. The longterm goal for this program is for students to have at least one service-learning experience at each educational level, sequential experiences, and have the activities be of a sustained or significant duration so that student involvement lasts for a minimum of 40 hours per school year and covering multiple disciplines. County(ies) Served: District Only- Oceana County SOUTHGATE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Mary Lou Provost Institutionalization Southgate Community School District 13201 Trenton Road Southgate, Michigan 48195-1891 Tel: (734) 246-4600 ~ax: (734) 283-6791 " hail: provostm@sgate.k12.mi.us Grant - $24,500 "Teaching Core Democratic Values Through Service-Learning" is a fifth year Learn and Serve-Michigan program. The goal of this program is to integrate service-learning activities into the K-12 curriculum with special relevance to the core democratic values. The program is designed to include teacher professional development and mini-grants for projects so that students district wide can be engaged in service-learning. Designed to contribute to school improvement goals in the areas of student achievement, the acquisition of lifelong learning skills and career education, the program will engage a minimum of 868 students this year. County(ies) Served: District Only- Wayne County Planning Grant - $8,000 TRAVERSE CITY AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS Pat Lewallen Traverse City Area Public Schools P.O. Box 32 Traverse City, Michigan 49685 Phone: (231) 933-1798 Fax: (231) 933-1782 Email: lewallenpa@admin.tcaps.net _\Vith this grant, the Traverse City Area Public Schools seek to address key findings from the Search t•··~Btitute Profile of Traverse City Youth. In particular, projects will address the need to provide young 11 2006-07 SB summaries �people useful roles in the community, positive adult role models, and experience with diverse backgrounds. Nine diverse schools have been selected as pilot sites for the 2006-2007 pilot year. In partnership with the local Chamber of Commerce and nonprofit agencies, students will work on projects that enhance academic ~ills and developmental assets in regular, special education and alternative settings. County(ies) Served: District Only- Grand Traverse County WAYNE-WESTLAND COMMUNITY SCHOOL Lynn K. Malinoff Wayne-Westland Community School District 36745 Marquette Westland, Michigan 48185 Phone: (734) 595-2105 Fax: (734) 595-2100 Email: lmalinof@umich.edu Institutionalization Grant- $24,500 Wayne-Westland plans to increase implementation at all three levels; in the 4th grade science curriculum, through development of a targeted middle school plan (to be developed this year), and a strong focus on the freshman transition program The district is committed to providing leadership locally and at the state level, particularly in the area of mentorship as they expand existing programs and partnerships. Overall, servicelearning will impact students and their civic knowledge while increasing school connectedness and academic achievement. County(ies) Served: District Only- Wayne County ~ILLIAMSTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Implementation Grant - $15,000 Kristine A. Grunwald Williamston Community Schools 3939 Vanneter Road Williamston, Michigan 48895 Phone: (517) 655-2142 x 7400 Fax: (517) 655-7500 Email: grunwak@wrnston.kl2.mi.us The purpose of this fourth year implementation grant is fourfold. The first focus will be to provide professional development and material resources to enable those buildings not yet fully implementing service-learning to replicate successful programs started in other buildings. They will also work to develop and use assessments that measure the academic and social effectiveness of service-learning. Thirdly, the program will work to address the disparity between established curriculum and the student need for civic discourse in the classroom. The final focus is to provide leadership for service-learning through the creation of replicable models and dissemination of best practices. A total of 868 students will be engaged in servicelearning this year. County(ies) Served: District Only- Ingham County 12 2006-07 SB summaries �ZEELAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS Institutionalization Grant- $24,500 Mary Beth Timmer Zeeland Public Schools ~90 1001h Ave. Zeeland, Michigan 49464 Phone: (616) 748-3215 ·Fax: (616) 748-3210 Email: mtimmer2@zeeland.k 12.mi. us To encourage staff members who currently do not use service-learning as a teaching methodology to step out and create projects there is a three step process for the 2006-2007 school year that includes district wide exposure to the basic principals of service-learning, continued training at staff meetings, and one to one technical assistance. County(ies) Served: District Only- Ottawa County 13 2006-07 SB summaries �- I MICHIGAN ,t[!CJfJ(JttV:\· VDllWTEER COMMUNITY SERVICE INVESTMENT MICHIGAN'S VOLUNTEER INVESTMENT GRANTS GR4NTS COMMISSION More than ever before, people are looking for ways to give back to their community by volunteering. After juggling work, family, friends, and hobbies, finding a cause or organization to volunteer with can be difficult. To address this need, communities have been creating local collaborations to help volunteers find their perfect fit. These collaborations and organizations are often called "volunteer resource centers" and are sometimes know by their brand name "Volunteer Centers". Volunteer Centers work closely with the organizations in their communities to recruit, train, place, manage, and recognize volunteers. These services require resources and support. The Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) recognizes the value of helping communities support volunteers. In the 2006-2007 program year, $200,000 of state funding has been granted to the Volunteer Centers of Michigan to support the state network of Volunteer Centers. With a focus on improved technology usage, support for local skill development and strategic growth of the number of counties served by Volunteer Centers, the Michigan's VIG will further support the social fabric that connects local needs with the citizens who can address them. Updated: January 12, 2007- page I �MICHIGAN COMMUHilY SERVICE COMMISSION Governor's Service Awards The MCSC builds a culture of service by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities through volunteerism. Every day, volunteers are making a real difference in our state and should be recognized for their efforts. The Governor's Service Awards honor and celebrate the people of Michigan who volunteer their time to make our communities better places to live. Governor Granholm and First Gentleman Daniel Mulhern present the awards at the Governor's Service awards dinner, which is held each spring. Awards are presented in eight distinguished categories: Governor George Romney Lifetime Achievement Award honors an individual who has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to community involvement and volunteer service. Individuals nominated in this category have ~e service a way of life. Outstanding Mentor Award honors an individual who has made a significant difference in a child's life over time through mentoring. Innovative Mentoring Program Award honors an organization, mentoring program, business, service club, or group that has found a unique and effective approach to mentoring. Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award Businesses that demonstrate excellent corporate citizenship by giving back to their community are honored with this award. Exemplary Community Service Program Award acknowledges the importance an organization that effectively utilizes volunteers to improve their community. Schools, national service programs, and civic, faith-based, and nonprofit organizations are all potential nominees for this award. Exemplary Volunteer Service Award is presented to an individual who strives to improve the lives of neighbors, friends, community, or congregation. Individuals nominated for this award could be adults, seniors, national service members, educators, and more. Youth Volunteer Award of Excellence is presented to a young person (age 21 or under) who has made our world a better place to live through volunteer activities. Nominees in this category may be involved in many activities or give significant time to one particular cause. Senior Volunteer Award of Excellence Senior citizens have a lot of experience and wisdom to share during their golden years. That is why it is important to honor older adults who are taking action to make our world a better place to live. Nominees in this category are ages 65 and older and may be involved in many activities or give significant time to one particular cause. Nominate a Volunteer Today! If a special volunteer has touched your life or the life of someone yo~ know, nominate them today. To receive a nomination form, visit our web srte at www.michigan.gov/mcsc, in the left margin click on Programs & Activities, and then click on Governor's Service Awards. Or contact Mary Grill at grillm@michigan.gov or (517) 335-7875. The Michigan Community Service Commission is a division of the Michigan Department of L~bo: and Economic Gro~~- We are firmly committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable ac~ommo~at1~n m our programs, actiVIties, and materials. Please call (517) 335-4295 to request accommodation or to obtain matenals man alternate forma~·- ��COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION . The MCSC builds MCSC Commissioners a culture of seNice by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities through volunteerism. Twenty-five commissioners appointed by the Governor serve on the Michigan Community Service Commission. The members of the Commission elect one member to serve as chair. Commissioners approve funding, determine policy, are ambassadors for service, and engage in resource development. Commissioners serve without compensation and meet four times a year. Daniel Granholm Mulhern, Chair Michigan's First Gentleman WendyAcho Vice President, Commercial Banking LaSalle Bank Midwest Jerry Seese Superintendent Saginaw Township Community Schools Marsha Smith Elizabeth Bunn Executive Director . Rotary Charities of Traverse City Secretary-Treasurer International Union UAW Joseph Sowmick Melanie Colaianne President and Director of Operations MASCO Corporation Foundation ~obert Collier President & CEO Council of Michigan Foundations Jimmie Comer CEO, Comer Holdings Christine Kwak Program Director W.K. Kellogg Foundation Mayor Brenda Lawrence Public Relations Director Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan Laurie Stupak Finance Director Stupak For Congress Committee Alphonso Swain Associate Director Capitol Area Center for Independent Living Michael Thomas Saginaw County Prosecuting Attorney Shaun VanHorn Law Student City of Southfield Kenneth Whipple Dr. Russell Mawby Chairman CMS Energy Chair Emeritus, W. K. Kellogg Foundation Larry Williamson Dr. Susan Meston Superintendent Muskegon Area Intermediate School District Area Vice President Comcast Cable Dr. Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran Donna Niester Director of James C. Acheson Foundation President Kalamazoo College Chief Financial Officer, Acheson Ventures ~Kari ~ Pardoe l>irector The LEAGUE Michigan Bernard Parker Wayne County Commissioner Kathy Young-Welch Owner CDL Training School �MICHIGAN Michigan Community Service Commission Revised as of 11115106 COMMUNITY SERVICE Our mission is to support programs that encourage all Michigan residents to volunteer COMMISSION Ms. Wendy Acho LaSalle Bank Midwest 2600 W. Big Beaver Road Troy, Michigan 48084-3323 Phone: (248) 822-5896 Fax: (248) 822-5487 E-mail: wendy.acho@abnamro.com Asst: Diana Gouin (248) 822-5899 Diana.guoin@abnamro.com Mr. Jimmie Comer Comer Holdings 2000 Town Center, Suite 1900 Southfield, Michigan 48075 Phone: (248) 447-1519 Cell: (313) 220-3536 Fax: (248) 447-1524 E-mail: jcomer@comerholdings.com Asst: Sharon Ayers (313) 852-7866 Ms. Elizabeth Bunn International Union UA W 8000 E. Jefferson Avenue Detroit, Michigan 48214 Phone: (313) 926-5035 Cell: (313) 506-2203 Fax: (313) 926-5462 E-mail: mebunn@uaw.net Asst: Michelle Lage mlage@uaw.net Ms. Christine Kwak W.K. Kellogg Foundation One Michigan A venue East Battle Creek, Michigan 49017-4058 Phone: (269) 969-2324 Fax: (269) 969-2619 E-mail: Christine.kwak@wkkf.org Ms. Melonie B. Colaianne MASCO Corporation Foundation 21001 Van Born Road Taylor, Michigan 48180 Phone: (313) 792-6378 Fax: (313) 792-6262 Cell: (313) 720-5171 E-mail: Melonie Colaianne@mascohq.com Asst: Fran Sabo (313) 792-6126 Fran Sabo@mascohq.com Mr. Robert Collier Council of Michigan Foundations One South Harbor Avenue P.O. Box 599 Grand Haven, Michigan 49417 Phone: (616) 842-7080 Fax: (616) 842-3010 E-mail: rcollier@cmif.org Asst: Sue Cuddington scuddington@cmif.org Asst: Annesia Glass (269) 969-2344 m.annesia. glass@wkkf.org Mayor Brenda Lawrence City of Southfield 26000 Evergreen Road Box 2055 Southfield, Michigan 48037 Phone: (248) 796-5100 Fax: (248) 796-5105 E-mail:BLawrence@cityofsouthfield.com Asst: Marty Williams MWilliams@cityofsouthfield.com Ms. Janet Lawson Office of the Chief of Staff Director, Ford Volunteer Corps World Headquarters- 934-A3 1 American Road Dearborn, Michigan 48126-2701 Phone: (313) 390-9218 Fax: (313) 323-8875 Cell: (313) 445-5142 E-mail: ilawso19@ford.com Asst: Marlo Mulville (313) 337-1311 E-mail: mmulvill@ford.com �Dr. Russell Mawby W.K. Kellogg Foundation 8400 North 39th Street Augusta, Michigan 49012 Phone: (269) 731-4638 Fax: (269) 731-5914 E-mail-: -russmawby@aol.com Dr. Susan Meston Muskegon Area Intermediate School District 630 Harvey Street Muskegon, Michigan 49442 Phone: (231) 767-7201 Fax: (231) 773-3498 E-mail: smeston@muskegonisd.org Asst: Diane Shaffer dshaffer@muskegonisd.org (Designee of Superintendent Michael Flanagan) Daniel Granholm Mulhern Office of the First Gentleman Governor's Office 111 S. Capital Lansing, Michigan 48909 Phone: (517) 241-0534 Fax: (517) 373-0259 E-mail: Mulhemd@michigan.gov Asst: Joan Bowman (517) 335-7422 bowmanj@michigan.gov Ms. Donna Niester Acheson Ventures 600 Fort Street, Suite 101 Port Huron, Michigan 48060 Phone: (810) 966-0900 Cell: (810) 434-8100 Fax: (81 0) 966-0990 E-mail:donnan@achesonventures.com Asst: Mary Russell (810) 966-0900 ext. 205 marvr@achesonventures.com Ms. Kari Pardoe The LEAGUE 73 75 Woodward Avenue Detroit, Michigan 48202 Phone: (313) 309-1668 Cell: (248) 622-3798 Fax: (313) 309-1651 E-mail: kpardoe@connectmichiganalliance.org Mr. Bernard Parker Wayne County Commissioner 600 Randolph, Suite 416 Detroit, Michigan 48226 Phone: (313) 224-0882 Cell: (313) 213-5031 Fax: (313) 963-0018 E-mail: bparker778@aol.com Asst: Loretta France Lfrance@co. wayne.mi. us Dr. Jerry L. Seese Saginaw Township Community Schools 3465 North Center Road P.O. Box 6278 Saginaw, Michigan 48608 Phone: (989) 797-1800 x 507 Fax: (989) 797-1801 E-mail: jlseese@stcs.org Ms. Marsha Smith Rotary Charities of Traverse City 250 E. Front Street, Suite #320 Traverse City, Michigan 49684 Phone: (231) 941-4010 Fax: (231) 941-4066 Cell: (231) 590-8807 E-mail: msmith@rotarycharities.org Mr. Joseph Sowmick Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan 505 South Leaton Road Mt. Pleasant, Michigan 48858 Phone: (989) 775-4059 Fax: (989) 775-4052 Cell: (989) 330-1590 E-mail: jvsowmick@sagchip.org or ssowmick@hotmail.com Ms. Laurie Stupak W5499 48th Avenue Menominee, Michigan 49858 Phone: (906) 863-2800 Phone: (906) 863-7041 (home) Fax: (906) 863-2187 E-mail:las@new.rr.com �Mr. Alphonso Swain Capital Area Center for Independent Living 1048 Pierpont, Suite 9-10 Lansing, Michigan 48911 Phone: (517) 241-0392 Fax: · (517) 241-0438 E-mail: aswain@cacil.org Mr. Michael Thomas Saginaw County Prosecuting Attorney 111 S. Michigan Saginaw, Michigan 48603 Phone: (989) 790-5329 Pager: (989) 730-073 7 pager Cell: (989) 274-2637 Fax: (989) 792-0803 E-mail: mthomas@saginawcounty.com Asst: Beth Bauer (989) 790-5337 bbauer@saginawcounty.com Mr. Shaun VanHorn 11447 Canterbury Drive Sterling Heights, Michigan 48312 Phone: (734) 546-1728 E-mail: Shaun. vanhom@gmail.com Mr. Kenneth Whipple CMS Energy 1 Energy Plaza, EP 12-202 Jackson, Michigan 49201 Phone: (517) 788-1620 (direct) Fax: (517) 788-0180 E-mail: kwhipple@cmsenergy.com Asst: Mary Koontz ( 517) 788-1605 Mckoontz@cmsenergy.com Mr. Larry Williamson Comcast Cable 3500 Patterson Avenue SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49512 Phone: (616) 977-2217 Fax: (616) 977-2224 E-mail: !any Williamson@cable.comcast.com Asst: Jolynne Orgeta Jolynne Ortega@cable.comcast.com Ms. Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran Kalamazoo College 1200 Academy Street Kalamazoo, Michigan 49006 Phone: (269) 337-7220 Fax: (269) 337-7219 E-mail: wilsonoy@kzoo.edu Asst: Melanie Williams Williams@kzoo.edu Ms. Kathy Young-Welch Welch Group 13800 Tyler Detroit, Michigan 48227 Phone: (313) 272-6940 Fax: (313) 272,.6942 E-mail: kyoung welch@cdltrainingschool.net �Commissioners APlJOlflteelto serve as chair ofthe MCSC, First vt:Jnmamu• Daniel G. Mulhern is a champion for the of state volunteerism and community service. He also a tireless advocate for kids. In addition to caring their own three children, the Governor and First UeJilut;m~m have undertaken an enormous effort called ,..,.,m,15au that works to insure that all of Mi,chi:~art's children have the same opportunity to be muuentceo and taught by a caring adult. Mulhern also authors Reading for Leading, a e-column that stimulates the thought and "de•llel,oorner1t of leaders throughout the country. Each week, he shares his personal experiences as he writes about real people as leaders and explores both successful strategies and various misconceptions he's observed in leadership practice. The column is offered free of charge to anyone with an interest in leadership. Click herefor more information. 18-year banker, Wendy R. Acho, is LaSalle Bank Midwest PrF~!':inl~nt Commercial Banking. Wendy nrrwirl~!': comprehensive wealth-management !':tr:~t~ni.,•!': that target the emerging affluent m"nc"''" of minority and women-owned <>nil<>n,ric,.. c:: Along side her business activities, de,dicate~s her talent and time serving on boards including Treasurer, American Chamber of Commerce; Treasurer, U.S.Chamber of Commerce; Treasurer, Asl>ociatE~ Food Dealers of Michigan mn:~tinn· Board Member Chair, ChaldeanChamber of Commerce; Board Member, Business Contributions Council, umbrella organization of Detroit Renaissance; Civilian Advisory Board, Homeland Security for Wayne County Executive, Robert A. Ficano; Advisory Board, Detroit Riverfront Walk Conservancy (goal $50 million project); Advisory Board for Endowed Positions, Transplant Surgery, Harper University Hospital under Scott Gruber, MD, PhD, Director. Wendy was appointed Commissioner in 2004. ,;u,, ..,mv associated with �t:u;a~ab~etn Bunn ."i:la4"':r~t::.rv.Treasurer of the UAW Eli•~abeth Bunn was elected Secretary'""'"'u''"'' of the UAW at the UAWs 33rd Convention held in June 2002, highest post held by a woman in UAW As Secretary-Treasurer, Bunn is the nn~'""'"'' officer of the UAW and directs <~rlrnini"tr.. ti''"" departments including Auditing, Building Maintenance, Purchasing and Strike Assistance. has been a MCSC member since 2003. Me~1o1r11e Colaianne ...,.,.,;o,,.., Corporation Foundation Colaianne was appointed president of Foundation in 2005 and m~,int::~•inl': position of Director of Corporate she has held since 1998. She rel'l1re~:ants the corporation and the foundation charitable engagements and oversees ..... ,.,""'"''" travel and meeting services nrnnr::~•m"'- Ms. Colaianne serves on the board for the Detroit Public Television rUIJU«I<I\I'IJII, Oakland Plus Foundation, cr~lnh.rnc•k'"'- Institute of Science, and the of Michigan Foundation. She is a ,.,.,mhoo>r of Detroit Renaissance's Business Contributions Council executive committee, the Community Leaders' Council of the United Way and the Hands On Network Council. Ms. Colaianne is also an advisory board member to Habitat for Humanity-Detroit. Ms. Colaianne has been an MCSC member since 2005. :nn'V\r::otu•on Rnh~rrr Collier "'"''"'''""of Michigan Foundations PrE!l':iniP.nt and CEO of the Council of Michigan Fn•mnl,.tit~n"" Mr. Collier has been an MCSC 2000. He serves on numerous the Michigan Nonprofit As!;oeirati<>n Michigan Association of United and Michigan Municipal League. His in philanthropy includes service as a nrnnr"m officer with the C.S. Mott Foundation, for the Gannett Foundation, "'"'~'""'"Y"' director of Rotary Charities of City, and founding director of the Traverse Regional Community Foundation. �11m1miiA E. Comer North American Joint Diversity for Lear Pr•~-c:ii-IAr•t E. Comer was named president of North Joint Ventures and Diversity for Lear r.nm,,r,.tinn in September 2003. Mr. Comer joined 1987 as director of Quality and has held nn!~itit\nl': as vice president and president of several riivi,.,_inr•"' within Lear. Prior to joining Lear, he was <>m•nln•~Ari by Mazda Motor Corporation and also quality-related positions during a with General Motors Corporation. He has a MCSC member since November 2003. .. m,,.n,r->~n Kwak .K. Kellogg Foundation n r..O:Tir"l . . program director at the W.K. Kellogg and an MCSC member since is the co-founder/co-chair of on Foundations affinity group, ...,.,,,.m'"""'~• Forum on Community and Na1'innal Service, and serves on various committees in the nonprofit sector. nda Lawrence City of Southfield M.:tlllnr, Lawrence has served as Mayor of the of Southfield since 2001. She also is a M"""',"'•with the United States Postal Service. was President of the Southfield City I, Vice President of the Southfield Public Board, a participant in Leadership ,_,,,_ ..... and Leadership Detroit, and •nn~>r/1:-:n...Pr~>l':irl~>nt of Support Team for American Youth (STAAY). Mayor "w''"'"r.., has been an MCSC member since �Lawson Volunteer Corps Lawson is currently in the Office of the of Staff, Ford Motor Company and ,,....,.,_ ..... ___ of the Ford Volunteer Corps. Prior to , Janet served as the Executive the Michigan Community Service r.n:mrTii<:!'::inn. Ms. Lawson brings to Ford r.nomn:~nv a 20-year history of colllab:orauve leadership in the nonprofit and t'nrnnr·<>t<> sectors. Ms. Lawson served as the N::.ilinn::.l Director of the UAW-Ford Family and Learning Centers sponsored by Auto Workers, Ford Motor Company, and Visteon. Ms. Lawson has also served as the Manager of the Volunteer Leadership Coalition under former Governor George Romney, Harold A. "Red" Poling, Doug Fraser and the Honorable Anna Diggs Taylor. Janet has also worked at United Way Community Services as the Manager of Detroit's Promise and the Director of Volunteer Services. She has been an MCSC member since 2006. Russell G. Mawby</8< font> Kellogg Foundation ApJIOir1ted to the commission on September 13, Mawby served as chair until May, 2003. Dr. chair emeritus and trustee of the W.K. Foundation. Mawby served as a program president, CEO and chair of the Fotmdatl<m during his 36-year tenure. A former oro,fessor at Michigan State University, he later as a member of MSU Board of Trustees, chaired In 1995. Mawby was appointed to Lle:ute11ant Governor's Children's Commission and the State Officers ICo:mD<ens:atlc>l1 Commission from 1996 to 1998. CEO and chair of the W.K. Kellogg was instrumentaiin convening a of meetings leading to the fonnatlon of the Meston Area Intermediate School Mu'sk•~aCI'n Meston is the Superintendent for the Area Intermediate School District, in a variety of administrative nol~itirm<: in the education field over the years. is a member of numerous community including Rotary, the Salvation Army, United Way, and the Children's Agenda. is also a member of the Policy Council of West Michigan, serves on the 1-n'"'"'nnn.,.rn::.o Committee for the Community Muskegon County, and rAnorA<tAntAI't Michigan on the National Forum for Edii.ICC:ltional Statistics for a number of years. Dr. Meston is an original steering committee member for the international Learning to Give Project, which includes a curriculum for teaching children and young people about philanthropy and civic responsibility. Dr. Meston has served on the MCSC as State Superintendent Michael Flanagan's representative since 2006. �is Director of the James C. Acheson '""'""''"""' and Chief Financial Office for Acheson L.L.C. She is a principal in Austin, & Finnegan, P.C., CPA Firm. is a member of the Council of Michigan ml1~tirm~ Association of Small Foundations, and National Council on Foundations. She serves on Board of Directors of the Community of St. Clair County, Port Huron Hospital the Blue Water Health Services. Ms. Niester been an MCSC member since 2005. Kari Pardoe Michigan LEAGUE The Director of Michigan LEAGUE, Ms. Pardoe has been a MCSC member since 1999. She previously served as the Manager of Community Relations for the NBA Detroit Pistons and WNBA Detroit Shock. Prior to joining the Pistons organization, she was a Program Associate at the Council of Michigan Foundations for three years. Ms. Pardoe also serves on the America's Service Commission Board, a national organization which represents and promotes state service commissions across the United States, and is an active alumni with Phi Sigma Sigma Sorority. Parker ....,..,..~,, .. County Commissioner Parker has dedicated his life to and public service. He was a coof Operation Get Down (OGD) in . As a community leader, he has provided services and programs for the homeless. served as executive-on-loan to the Public Schools and as Deputy CEO of Responsibility. He was elected as County Commissioner for the eastside 2 in 1991. Bernard also sits on boards of Directors including New NAACP, Detroit Alliance for Fair H<>r,llor•n St. John Hospital, The Wellness Plan and Southeastern Village. He has been a MCSC member since November 2003. �L. Seese Township Community -"'~'"'"'~..., •nAr~nr.. nr1Ant of Saginaw Township Schools since 1999 and an MCSC """''m""cor since 2002, Mr. Seese has held positions in the field of education for He is active in many organizations, America's Promise, Saginaw County ~t....rir•n Vision 2020, Saginaw Achievement Board of n;r...,...,,.,,.... Saginaw Rotary Club, Business Partnership; United Way Board of 1Jir.~M•11n::.· Bridge for Racial Harmany Board of Directors, Saginaw County; and many other business and educational organizations. rsha Smith Charities of Traverse City Rnt~rv Smith has served as the Executive of Rotary Charities of Traverse City 1997. She served as the Executive of the Grand Traverse Regional unity Foundation from 1993-1997. Prior she served several institutions as a dell'elooment officer including Interlochen for the Arts, the Grand Traverse Health Foundation, Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital the Women's Resource Center of Traverse Ms. Smith has a wide range of community ""'"'r'""t" and has held a variety of leadership environmental, growth management, educational, and health organizations. She has been an active community volunteer in environmental and growth management efforts, serving on the Grand Traverse Planning Commission for 9 years. Ms. Smith has been an MCSC member since 2005. Sowmick Chippewa Indian Tribe of sa1r:Jinaw . Sowmick is the Public Relations of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe u;,.niro<>n Mr. Sowmick is a graduate of Community College and Michigan •n•v•"""rv with an extensive background An award-winning Native Mr. Sowmick currently serves Community College Board, the Central Michigan Hospital Board of Directors, the Pr"'"'irt,:.nt'"' Advisory Council of Central M""'"'"'n University, and the Saginaw ChinDE!wa Tribal Health Board of Directors. Mr. Sowmick is an enrolled member of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe and lives on the reservation with his wife and daughter. Mr. Sowmick has been an MCSC member since 2005. �Stupak Director for Stupak for r1r.ranrce Stupak is the Finance Director for the for Congress Committee. She served of Menominee from 1996 to 2003. has over 20 years in public service and unity involvement. Ms. Stupak is the Pr.,•c:.irliAnt of the U.P. Children's Founding Member of Michigan's Children, and is current a member of the Bay Area Medical Center Foundation Board of Directors, Marquette Diocese Legacy of Faith Board, GFWC Menominee and M&M Area Community Foundation Board of Directors. Ms. Stupak has been an MCSC member since 2005. CaJPifci/ Area Center for 1nCJrenen•'1er.rt Living As~;ocitate Director at the Capital Area Center Independent Living and an MCSC member 2001, Mr. Swain is president of the M~r•h~r,.,n Disability Rights Coalition and serves Michigan Commission on Disability ;nn.rPrr,c:. and the Capital Area Transit Local Advisory Council. ichael D. Thomas County Prosecuting :o.ai"Jtn.aw D. Thomas was elected Saginaw Prosecuting Attorney in 1990. In 2000, as was a member of an international on Domestic Violence Law at \11/rom••n'"' University in Seoul, Korea, 'n"''"'"r"'n the World Bank. This was a lUiti-discil)linarv team which trained Korean prosecutors, judges and social worl<ers implementing the new Korean Violence Act. He also serves on several including Director of the Prosecuting ATTo"lrn.,.vc:. Association of Michigan and Director of the National District Attorneys Association of U.S.A. He has been a MCSC member since November 2003. �VanHorn Student, Michigan State ur.r:rul~"""' orn is a recent graduate of the lJnivArl':itv of Michigan with a Political Science is currently studying Biochemistry State University. He served as Ac::c'"'''""' Director/Dorm Supervisor for the Jni,,A,.,~itv of Michigan Debate Camp and was Michigan Program Advisor in the of the Governor. Ken Whipple CMS Energy Corporation Ken Whipple is chairman of the board of CMS Energy Corporation. He has been a member of CMS Energy's board of directors since 1993. He was CEO from May 2002 until just recently, and was instrumental in leading the company's financial turnaround. Ken is a director of AB Volvo, Kom/Ferry International and 14 J.P. Morgan mutual funds. Ken is very involved in the community. He serves on the boards of the Way Community Services, Detroit Public ..,..'""'"'" and Oakland Family Services. Also, l"h:oirn""" of the board of trustees of Country Day School and has received nunnAn,nJJ: community service awards. Mr. Whipple has been an MCSC member since 2004. Willli,.rnc::''" is Area Vice President for :nn,,.._,..,,.., Grand Rapids-based management has responsibility for the company's t)rw:!•r.:ttinnl: in 200 central and western Mii"Jhin=m communities, including Grand Lansing, Jackson, Muskegon, Battle Creek and Adrian. He currently partleil:>ati~S in the Grand Rapids Chamber of CnJnmiArr:FJ'l: CEO Roundtable program and on the Board of Directors of the Mer"'"''"" Cable Telecommunications As~;oalati<>n In Fort Wayne, Indiana, Mr. Williarnl:rm was active in the Greater Fort Chamber of Commerce, where he was a member of the executive committee and chaired the government and community affairs division. He also served on the board of the Northeast Indiana Corporate Council, Junior Achievement, the Three Rivers Literacy Alliance and the Better Business Bureau. Mr. Williamson has been an MCSC member since 2005. �Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran KaJ'amaz()O College . Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran was elected President Kalamazoo College in December of 2004. She her duties in July, having formerly as Vice President of Salem Academy and vv''""Y"'· Dr. Wilson-Oyelaran has served as ~!':~~j,~t~ professor and chair of the department of at Winston-Salem State University and Scholar in Education at North Carolina Wesle•lfan College. A former American Council on Fellow, she spent her fellowship with the President and Provost of Wake University. Dr. Wilson-Oyelaran also taught the department of education and psychology at University of lfe in Nigeria for 14 years and was acting head of the department of psychology for five years. She has served on several nonprofit boards, including the Reynolda House Museum of American Art, the YWCA of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County, Tarfleel Triad Girl Scout Council, and Senior Services. Dr. Wilson-Oyelaran has been an MCSC member since 2005. ma--WE!Ieh is the Executive Vice p...,...irt...nt of the Welch Group, which consists four transportation resource companies that and her husband own and operate in rth"'''""'t,<>rn Michigan. For more than 25 Kathy has served the metropolitan community in leadership capacities with Detroit Public Schools, MichCon, United Community Services and as a local orlllfe~~sic•nal radio and cable television broadcast journalist. She continues to serve as of the award winning "City Highlights" affairs program, which airs in She also serves on several community boards and advisory committees. She has been a MCSC member since November 2003. ��MICHIGAN MCSC 2007 MEETING DATES COMMUNITY SERVICE **As of 119107** COMMISSION WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, February 21-22,2007 (Meeting and Retreat) Location: The Inn at St. Johns, Plymouth Time: Wednesday 10:00 am through Thursday 12:00 pm FRIDAY, April27, 2007 Location: Michigan Community Service Commission Time: 12:00 pm- 4:00 pm Governor's Service Awards Dinner Date: TBD May/June Location: TBD - SE Michigan Time: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Russ Mawby Signature Service Project Date: Wednesday-Thursday, June 6-7 Location: Detroit FRIDAY, September 28, 2007 Location: Cultural Museum-Ziibiwing Center, Mt. Pleasant Time: 12:00 pm- 4:00 pm Date: TBD -November Location: TBD Time: TBD (In conjunction with AmeriCorps Member Celebration) MCSC - Executive Committee Meetings 10:00 a.m. -Noon Friday, January 19,2007 Friday, March 16,2007 TBD-June (to approve AmeriCorps and Learn & Serve Funding) Friday, August 17, 2006 Friday, October 19,2006 Updated January 9, 2007 �MICHIGAN 2007 CALENDAR COMMUNITY MCSC SPONSORED SPECIAL EVENTS SERVICE COMMISSION January 1-31 National Mentoring Month 24-26 Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Council Retreat- Boyne City 30 Mentor Michigan Providers Council Meeting- Lansing February 8-9 11th Annual Service-Learning Institute- Schoolcraft College, Livonia 13 Voices for National Service Reception- Washington DC 20 Governor's Service Awards Nomination Forms must be postmarked by today 21-22 MCSC Board Meeting and Retreat- Plymouth April 10 13 15-21 18 20-22 24 27 TBD Mentor Michigan Providers Council Meeting - Lansing Service Learning Regional Training- Ann Arbor National Volunteer Week -Legislator Visits Celebrating Volunteerism 2007 - State Capitol National Youth Service Day Service Learning Regional Training- Grand Rapids Service Learning Regional Training - Marquette Service Learning Regional Training- Traverse City May 13-20 Ameri Corps Week 15-16 Michigan Nonprofit SuperConference- Novi Sheraton TBD Governor's Service Awards - SE Michigan June 6-7 Russ Mawby Signature Service Project - Detroit 20-21 Sustainability Symposium (both Learn & Serve and AmeriCorps) July 17 Mentor Michigan Providers Council Meeting - Lansing 16-18 National Conference on Volunteering and Service -Philadelphia, PA August 2-3 National Urban Service-Learning Conference- Detroit September 28 MCSC Board Meeting and Retreat- Plymouth October 24 Mentoring Statewide Conference - Lansing Updated: January 12, 2007 �November TBD MCSC Board Meeting TBD Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Celebration TBD Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Council Meeting December TBD - Cross Stream Conference Updated: January 12, 2007 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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The numbers are staggering and the stories affinning. Through the work of the Michigan Community Service Commission programs in 2006: • Michigan students completed more than a million service-learning hours. Daniel G. Mulhern Michigan 's First Ge11.tleman M CSCChair Wendy Acho LaSalle Bank Midwest Elizabeth Bunn lmernational Union. UAW Melonie Colaianne MASCO Cotporation Foundation Robert Collier Cou11.cil of Michigan Foundations • Our 891 Michigan 's AmeriCorps members accomplished nearly 700,000 service and training hours. Those members also recruited, placed, and/or supp01ted more than 25 ,000 community volunteers to assist them in tackling the priority needs of communities across the state. Jimmie Comer Comer Holdings • Mentoring programs reported a record number of mentoring relationships. There were 35 ,000 children matched with a caring adult. That's 5,000 more than in 2005 and II ,000 more than in 2004, when we first surveyed mentoring programs in Michigan. Russell Mawby Chair Emeritus, W K. Kellogg Foundation In thi s 2006 annual report, you' ll witness how volunteers, students, educators, and nonprofit organizations are changing lives and making significant differences in our communities. It's Randy Walker, Sr. , who has built long-term relationships with two young men and men to red others who haven't always had a strong male role model in their lives. It 's Wendi Brantley, who was inspired to join Michigan's AmeriCorps after our members helped her become a homeowner through Habitat for Humanity. It's also Samantha, one of the Lincoln Elementary fourth graders leading a service-learning project to keep the Rouge River clean. The ongoing project involves every fourth grader in Wayne-Westland Schools . All of this growth was possible because our partners- individuals, foundations , businesses, and government organizations- understand and support the critical need to fund service programs. We thank them for their dedication and investment. Entering another year of programming, we 're focused on the work that remains. We invite you to join our movement to make a difference in the lives of individuals and collectively transform our entire state. Paula Kaiser VanDam Acting Executive Director Daniel G . Mulhern MCSC Chair Christine Kwak WK. Kellogg Foundation Mayor Brenda Lawrence City of Southfield Susan Meston Muskegon A rea Intermediate School Districl Donna Niester James C. Acheson Foundation Acheson Ventures Kari Pardoe Th e LEAGUE Michigan Bernard Parker Wayne County Commissioner Jerry Seese Saginaw Township Community Schools Marsha Smith Rotary Charities of Traverse City Joseph Sowmick Sagina w Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan Laurie Stupak Stupak Fo r Congress Committee Alphonso Swain Capital A rea Center f or Independent Living Michael Thomas Saginaw County Prosecuting Atlorney Shaun VanHorn Law Sludent Kenneth Whipple CMS Energy Larry Williamson Comcast Cable Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran Kalamazoo College Kathy Young-Welch CDL Training School 3 �2006 Program Locations by County Michigan's AmeriCorps .A Michigan's AmeriCorps member(s) .A Michigan's AmeriCorps host site(s) Learn and Serve - Michigan • Learn and Serve - Michigan School-Based program(s) ••• Manistee • Wexford • • • •• Mason Lake Osceola Clare • ISD/Higher Ed program(s) • Learning to Give program(s) Mentor Michigan • Leadership Council member(s) •• ••=··· • Providers Council member(s) Barry Volunteer Centers e • •••• •• •• • • •••• • •••• • • ••• ••• ••• •• Eaton Calhoun Volunteer Centers of Michigan member(s) • • • st. Cass 4 Joseph Branch Ingham Livingston Jackson Hillsdale Oakland Washtenaw Wayne Lenawee �The Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) builds a culture of service by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities through volunteerism. The MCSC's signature programs are Michigan's AmeriCorps, Learn and Serve - Michigan, Mentor Michigan, Michigan's Volunteer Investment Grants, and the Governor's Service Awards. Since 1992, the MCSC has granted more than $61 million to communities for volunteer initiatives. These funds have leveraged more than $52 million in local funds and engaged nearly 1 million people in service. In 2006, the MCSC: -<? Granted approximately $6.2 million in federal funds to local commwlities for volunteer programs and activities. -<? Engaged more than 68,000 participants and volunteers in service activities through AmeriCorps and Learn and Serve programs. -<? Supported 230 mentoring programs through awareness building, mentor recruitment, partnership development, training, and recognition. -<? Executed programming in at least 82 of Michigan's 83 counties. Learn more about all the great things we've accomplished during the past year ... Our Outlook ......... .... ......... ........ ........ ...... ......... .... ........... ...... ....... ........ ... ... .......... ..... .. ... .... .. 3 Our Programs Michigan's Ame.riCorps ........................ ....... .... ......... .... ... ... ... ........... ............... ........ .. ..... . 6 Learn and Serve - Michigan .. .......... ........... ... ......... .... ....... ... ....... .. .... ... .... ...... .... ..... ...... 10 Mentor Michigan .. ... .... ....... ........................................................... ................................. 14 Michigan's Volunteer Investments Grants ...... ... ............ .. .. .. ...... ... ...... ......... ........ ........... 17 Governor's Service Awards ................. ........................................................................... 18 Our Advisory Committees .. ....... ....... .......... ....................................................................... 20 Financial Statement and Our Supporters .............. .. ........ .. ............. ......... .. .. ................... 22 Connecting With Our Programs ..................... ......... ....... .. ............ .... ......... ....................... 23 5 �Ni' Y u~LLe ~----....-..... . . . . . _ Michigan's AmeriCorps Changing Lives Through a Year of Service Members are not simply serving Michigan communities; they are transforming them. Wendi Brantley has cried tears of joy at every Habitat for Humanity house dedication she has attended. As a member of the Michigan Habitat's AmeriCorps team, she has worked closely with the families taking ownership of the homes. " I know what these people are going through to live the 'American Dream,' which is homeownership," Wendi said . Wendi really does know- just last year the 38-yearold single mother and her two daughters moved into their own Habitat home in Detroit. Wendi grew close to the AmeriCorps members as they worked together in fam ily support classes and comp leted the 300 service hours req uired by the Habitat homeownership process. The It was this experience that inspired Wendi to become a Michigan's AmeriCorps member herself. "It was the best decision I ever made," she said. "The network is awesome. I love the group I'm with. And, I'm doing something I love." Wendi's experience is a perfect example of the cycle of good will that results from the work of the Michigan Habitat's AmeriCorps team. The AmeriCorps members support the Habitat for Humanity mission to build decent, affordab le housing for people in need in Michigan. They recruit new vo lunteers to assist them in meeting this goal , train volunteers for the construction site, and ass ist fami lies with their pre-homeownership requirements, including service hours called "sweat equi ty." Each year, Michigan Habitat's AmeriCorps members take part in the process of building nearly 150 houses. Last year, they also completed more than 39,000 service and training hours and recruited and/ Michigan's AmeriCorps granted $5,683,493 to Michigan nonprofit programs. In addition, members earned more than $1,540,000 million in education awards . Impact 891 members, ages 17 to 72 years old, served in 82 out of 83 Michigan counties. 690,643 service and training hours were comp leted by members. 6 �or suppmied more than 8,000 volunteers. Michigan Habitat's AmeriCorps is one of the 21 AmeriCorps programs that are part of the Michigan 's AmeriCorps family. Commonly described as the "domestic Peace Corps," Ame1iCorps is a national service program that engages members in service in communities all over Michigan. Members strengthen communities by addressing local concerns. The mission of AmeriCorps is to get things done, strengthen communities, encourage responsibility, and expand oppo1iunity. Within Michigan's AmeriCorps, each program develops its priorities based on the needs of local communities. In the past year, 891 members of Michigan's AmeriCorps served in various areas throughout the state. Members built houses, mentored children, taught conflict resolution, recruited volunteers, implemented homeland security activities, educated individual s in environmental, health, and disaster preparedness issues, and more. The Michigan Community Service Comm ission supports and provides funding for each program , utilizing federal funds from the Corporation for National and Community Service. Michigan's AmeriCorps members ranged in age from 17 to 72 years old, and spanned a wide spectrum of other demographic categories. Each member commits to completing a specified tem1 of service, usually one year. They are provided a modest living allowance and are placed within nonprofit organizations, schools, and other agencies. Full-time members receive health benefits while serving. They may also be eligible for childcare benefits, according to their income. Upon the successful completion of service, each member receives an education award that can be used to pay for future college tuition or for qualified student loans. Michigan's AmeriCorps members earned more than $ 1.5 million in education awards in 2006. Each Michigan's AmeriCorps program provides training and professional development to members. The topics include citizenship, volunteer management, and leadership skills, as well as other specialized trainings. terms of Michigan and the United States. An impmiant aspect of the Michigan'sAmeriCorps program is the annual Member Celebration, which unites members fi·om across the state. ln November 2005, more than 400 individuals were swom in as new members at tllis event. Members had the oppo1iunity to network with one another, attend training seminars, and participate in teambuilding exercises. Members were also brought together in May 2006 for the annual Russ Mawby Signatme Service Project, at which 250 members worked on I 0 Habitat for Humanity homes in Grand Rapids. The project is a pminership between the MCSC, Michigan Habitat's AmeriCorps, and a local Habitat for Hw11anity affiliate. As a cause and effect of an awareness of being pa1i of a larger team , Michigan's AmeriCorps programs have been known to lend a helping hand outside of their home communities, and sometimes beyond their usual service activities. AmeriCorps Together We Prepare members routinely provide disasterrelief services both in-state and out-of-state, and served in New Orleans for an extended period of time immediately following Hurricane Katrina. Later, Downriver CARES AmeriCorps had the unique opportunity to travel to New Orleans to assist with the cleanup in Katrina's aftermath. Michigan's AmeriCorps members are eager to help, wherever it takes them. For Wendi Brantley, that's the whole reason for being a part of AmeriCorps. The MCSC works to help members understand that though part of an individual program , they are also part of a larger national service movement, both in "In the end, it's showing my 15-year-old that there is more to life than just money," she said. "Your blessings come from what you do for other people." Through our members' service: 2,943 students received tutoring services or homework help. 1,843 children benefitted from ongoing mentoring relationships. 25,050 community volunteers were recruited, placed, and/ or supported by Michigan's AmeriCorps members. They donated 158,505 hours of volunteer service. 68 famjJies prepared to take ownership of new homes. 16,747 individuals were trained in disaster relief services. - Michigan s AmeriC01ps progress reports, September 2006. 7 ((Without our AmeriCorps members, we would have far less to offer the communities we serve. " - Lisa ]. Marks, chief executive officer, American Red Cross of Greater Grand Rapids �2006 Highlights of Michigan's AmeriCorps Programs and Members Explore, Experience, Achieve Through 4-H Mentorin g members rec rui ted and prepared mentors to be matched with at-ri sk youth in one-onone and small group mentoring relationships. They matched 199 volunteer mentors with 3 11 youth. The members also focused on establi shing and/o r expanding mentoring co ll aboratives in the state of Michiga n. (Hosted by Michigan State University, East Lansing) Our Grantees AmeriCorps Together We Prepare* Ameri can Red Cross of West Central Michi gan (Grand Rapids) Catholic Family Services- A Great Start Catholi c Fami ly Services (Benton Harbor) Char-Em JSD 's AmeriCorps Program Charleviox-Emmet County TSD City Yea r Detroit members tutored 1,624 students in fi rst through twelfth grade. The members organized and/or conducted after-schoo l sports and violence avo idance activities for 834 students. (Hosted by City Year, Inc., Detroit) The Michigan G roundwater Steward ship AmeriCorps Program membe rs pe rformed 15,33 1 groundwater risk assessments. They Explore, Experience, Achieve Through 4-H Mentoring* Michigan State University (East Lansing) Faith in Youth Partnership Good Samaritan Mini stries (Holl and and Zee land) Ionia County AmeriCorps Ioni a County Intermedi ate School Di strict Jumpstart- Michigan Jumpstart - Michigan (Ypsilanti and Dearborn) City Year Detroit City Year, Inc. MARESA- Michigan AmeriCorps Marquette-Alger Regional Educational Service Agency Downriver CARES AmeriCorps The Guidance Center (Detroit) 8 �also presented educational infom1ation about groundwater conservation and safety to 22 ,835 sc hool children. (Hosted by Michigan Department of Agriculture, Lansing) Community Needs Addressed hv Michigan•s AmeriCorps Members in 2008 Superior AmeriCorps and MARESA -Michigan AmeriCorps enrolled AmeriCorps members to provide education services to youth. Superior AmeriCorps members tutored 762 students in first through twelfth grades and provided mentoring programming for 507 students. MARESA - M ichigan AmeriCorps members provided service-learning opportunities for 669 children and out-of-c lass enrichment activities for 4,179 students. (Hosted by B-HK Child Development Board and MarquetteAlger Regional Educationa l Service Agency, respective ly, Houghton and Marquette) The AmeriCorps Together We Prepare program fully trained all its members in disaster relief services. The members then provided on-site disaster serv ices immediately follow ing Hurricane Katrina and relief to 1,759 M ich igan residents following 228 loca l incidents, such as residential fires , power outages, and winter sto rms. (Hosted by American Red Cross of West Central Michigan, Grand Rapids) Members placed with the Catholic Family Services' A Great Start program provided fam il y support services. Members assessed the needs of and provided parenting education and resources fo r 2, 126 families , whi le providing childcare services for 1,711 of those fami lies. (Hosted by The Catho lic Family Services, Benton Harbor) Mentor Michigan AmeriCorps* ConnectMichigan Alliance (Lansing) M ichigan AmeriCorps Partnership The Regents of the University of Michigan (Detroit) Michigan Groundwater Stewardship AmeriCorps Program* Michigan Department of Agricu lture (Lansing) Michiga n Habitat's AmeriCorps Program* Habitat for Humanity of M ich igan (Williamston) Michigan Service Scholars* Michigan Campus Compact (Lansing) 23.81% 33 .33% Education I Tutoring (33.33%) Youth Development (23.81 %) II Mentoring (14.29%) • Housing (4.76%) Environment (4.76%) II Health (4.76%) II Community Development (4.76%) II Disaster Preparedness (4.76%) II Family Support (4.76%) MPCA Community HealthCorps Program* Michigan Primary Care Association (Lansing) Neighborhood Youth Development Camp Fire USA West Michigan Council (Grand Rapids) The readetroit corps Communities in Schools Detroit The Smart Choice Project Boys & Girls Club of Benton Harbor Superior AmeriCorps B-H-K Chi ld Development Board (Baraga, Houghton, and Keweenaw counties) Volunteer Muskegon's AmeriCorps Volunteer Muskegon *Statewide organizations 9 �Learn and Serve - Michigan Changing Lives by Engaging Students in Service Service-learning is more than community service. C leani ng up a riverbank is commu nity service. Sitti ng in a sc ience classroom , looking at water samples under a microscope is learn ing. School-based service-learn ing is having science students take samples fro m loca l water sources, ana lyze the samp les, document the results, present the sc ientific information to a pollution control age ncy, and discuss the impact these results may have on future pollution control issues and our own behaviors. Servi ce-learning is a teaching and learning app roach that connects meaningful service to the community with what students are learning in the classroom . This kind of instruction en ri ches leaming, teaches c ivic responsibility, and fosters personal growth. Learn and Serve - Michigan granted $629,000 to support schoo l-based serv ice-learn ing for grades K-12 in 26 school districts across the state in 2006. The program also awarded a Comm uni ty Higher Education Schoo l Partnerships (CHESP) grant of $ 15 7,000 for programming in 23 schoo l buildings. 10 The work of Leam and Serve - Michigan is carried out by the MCSC in partnership with the Michigan Depattment of Education. It is a part of the Learn and Serve America grant program for schoo l-age yo uth supported by the Corporation for National and Community Service. The service-l earn ing approach has students move beyond the classroom and into the community where they leam math , science, language arts, and other requ ired subjects by addressing community needs and so lving real-life problems. In the case of Lincoln Elementary fourth graders, their problem-solving is pati of a community-wide river rescue effort. Laura Gutt's class at Li nco ln Elementary joi11ed in the effort last schoo l year. Her fourth-grade science students had been studying concepts related to land, water, and the environment. It was time to move on to the real-life part of their learning. Their job was to plant trees native to Michigan and bushes to keep excessive storm water runoff and pollutants out of the Rouge River. "We voted on wh ich trees to plant," said Samantha, one of Gutt's students. " We a ll took turns putting things on the trees like dirt, mulch , and the woodchips. Best of a ll, the planting helped make the Rouge River cleaner." �"Rooting for the Rouge" is a partn ership between the cities of Wayne, Westland , Inkster, and Ca nton, all ofWayne-Westl and Community Schools' fourth-grade classes, and the district's bui Iding and grounds department. The students stud y loca l water quality and continue to work side-byside with commu ni ty volunteers planting trees, stenciling storm drains with warning signs aga in st dumping toxins , and ed ucating the commu nity about these environmental issues. To date, 66 trees and 50 shrubs have been planted and 500 storm drains have been stenc il ed. According to the 2006 Michigan Learn and Serve Evaluation Report by the RMC Research Corporation, an increas ing number of Michigan teachers and students are engaging in serv icelearni ng. The report also shows increased academic drive and greater problem-solving skill s in students w ho participate in sustained schoo lbased service- learn ing. Because of the integration of co mmunity engagement with academics, service-l earning students also tend to seek out a deeper invo lvement with civic issues and believe they can make a difference in their co mmuniti es. Li llian Dean is one of the students ' community partners. She's the point person when it comes to tree se lection and planting. Hired by the City of Westland as a project staff member and consultant in 2000, she has praise for the students' work. To guide students in connecting classroom instruction with the wo rld aro und them, teachers are required to continue their own learning. With that in mind, Lea rn and Serve - Michigan created th e Teacher Fellows Program. Ed ucators selected for thi s program further develop their expertise in service-l earning, mentor and train teachers a nd admini strators in effective service-l earni ng practi ces , and promote the use of service-learning as an effective teaching tool. "The results are clear ... hundreds of students and their parents are now aware of the Rouge River and what they can do to help hold back storm water," Dean said . "Students understand that storm drains are not garbage cans. This is a significant contribution to a very impo1iant public problem ." During the school year, Wayne-Westland servicelearning programs engaged more than I ,700 students in more than 21,800 hours of service-l earning. Gutt is one of service-learning's bi ggest advocates and she holds up the Rouge project as an example of w hy this method of learning is maki ng a long-term impact on students. Learn and Serve - Michigan also offered training at th e Annual Institute on Service-Learning in February 2006. The conference, a patinership with the Michi gan Campu s Compact, drew together more than 350 faculty, staff, administrators, and students from K-12 and higher education institution s across Michigan . "Thj s experi ence allows the students to have a " hands-on" approach to learning . . . which is often times more effective than sitting in a classroom doing written work," she said. Michael P. Flanagan, the state superintendent of public instruction, also acknowledges that Michigan students are benefitting from their service-l earning expenences. "Through this work, our students are experiencing academic rigor, connecting with the relevancy of communi ty issues, and building relationships with the world around them," he said. Because of the great potential for more of this type of impact, Learn and Serve - Michigan aims to give every Michigan youth service-learning opportuni ties in e lementary, middl e, and hig h schoo l. To expand the type of activ iti es offered, the Council of Michigan Foundations' Learning to Give program was awarded a grant to in co rporate service- learn ing into its curriculum of philanthropy and citizenship. Students also patiicipate with Learn and Serve - Michigan through the Service-Learning Youth Co uncil (S LYC). Representing grades 7 through 12, Co uncil students work closely with program staff to generate support of service-l earning. Last year, SLYC students initiated 17 local projects and gave more than 30 presentations on the esse nti al elements and benefits of service-learning. II "Service-Learning is integral to the revitaLization of our schools." - Michael P Flanagan, state superintendent of {mblic instruction �2006 Service-Learning Projects A sampling of servi ce-l earning projects conducted in Michigan schoo ls in 2006: Elder Care At Monroe Elementary School, each class and latchkey students adopted a total of 30 residents at the Aspen Grove Senior Livi ng facility. They visited with the seniors, played games, made crafts, and sang songs. They also interviewed the older adults and made a video documentary of those conversations. To further their personal cormection with their senior partners, the students also wrote them letters, and made them cards and blankets. (Bedford Public Schools) Environment Southgate students in ninth through twelfth grades conducted an ac id rain research project. With the guidance of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Water Quality, students studied ph levels in lakes, rivers, and ponds at five sites in the U.S. and two in Canada. Findings were presented at a science symposium sponsored by a National Science Foundation grant and Wayne State University. (Southgate Community Schools) A class of autistic students at Jackson High School designed and implemented a school-wide recycling project. The small class of four provided recycling bins to every class and office in the building - a total of I 06 locations. (Jackson Public Schools) Homelessness Independence Elementary School kindergartners co ll ected items to make more than 200 personal care packages for women and children at Haven and Grace Centers of Hope. In relation to their math studies, the primary school students collected, sorted , and counted the toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, and tissues. (Clarkston Community Schools) Learn and Serve - Michigan granted $629,000 in schoolbased service-learning grants. The Gran tees included 26 school districts that encompassed 325 school buildings. Impact Through these grants, 1,573 teachers engaged 47,298 K12 students in 1,100,000 hours of service-learning. They were assisted by 3, 128 adu lt vo lunteers and established more than 500 school/community partnerships. 12 �Child Literacy More than 200 preschool, kindergarten, and second-grade students at Williamston Discovery Elementary Schoo l pa1ticipated in the Kindergarten Literacy Transitions Project. Kindergarten students chose a book for themselves and one for a preschool buddy. They then practiced reading and understanding the book with a second-grade buddy. Finally, each kindergartener met with a preschool student, gave them their book, and read it to them . (Williamston Community Schools) Human Needs Lowell High School ceramic arts students produced a1twork and organ ized the bidding process for a silent auction of their creations. The students, in ninth through twelfth grade, worked in partnership with the Lowell Area Arts Council. Through bids by the public, the auction raised $1,800 fo r three fam ilies each with elementary students battling cancer. (Lowell Area School District) Our Grantees Bedford Public Schools (Temperance) Carson City-Crystal Area Schools (Carson City) CASMAN Alternative Academy (Manistee) Clarksto n Conununity Schools (Clarkston) Clinton County Regional Educational Service Agency (Regional) Copper Country Intermediate School District (Regional) Council of Michigan Foundations' Learning to Give program (Statewide) Crawford AuSable Schools (Grayling) Eaton Intermediate School District (Regional) Hemlock Public Schools (Hemlock) Honey Creek Community School (Ann Arbor) Ionia Cow1ty Intermediate School District (Regional) Jackson Public Schools (Jackson) Kaleva Norman Dickson Schools (B rethren) L'Anse Creuse Public Schools (Harrison Township) Lapeer Intermediate School District (Regional) Lowell Area Schools (Lowell) Marquette-Alger Regional Educational Service Agency (Regional) Muskegon Area Intermediate School District (Reg ional) North Star Academy (lshpeming) Shelby Public Schools (Shelby) Southfield Public Schools (Southfield) Southgate Community Schools (Southgate) Wayne-Westland Conmmnity Schools (Westland) Williamston Com munity Schools (Williamston) Zeeland Public Schools (Zeeland) Nearly two-thirds of service-learnin g students in grades 612 said they acquired work experience, as well as job skills (56%), and career awa reness (4 1%). Teachers reported students increased their civic awareness and action, awareness of community issues, and beliefthat they can make a difference. Students in grades 3-5 demonstrated significant increases in civic knowledge. - RMC Research Corporation s Michigan Learn and Serve Evaluation Report, September 2006. Service-learn ing students feel a stronger connection to fellow students, teac hers, and their comm unity. 13 �Mentor Michigan Changing Lives Two at a Time Every child has the right to a stable, caring adult in his or her life. speaking, and challenges them to strive to be the best student and person they can be. Randy Walker, Sr. leads a very busy life. He is a husband, father of two boys, Health Alliance Plan executive, and active church and community volunteer and leader. He connected with Kevin tlu-ough Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Detroit and has men to red him for the last seven years. He met Arbie through his voltmteerism at the University of Detroit High School and Academy. Both young men are now attending college. But when he met two young men who could use his guidance and support, he made room in his life and family to become their mentor. You might catch them shooting hoops together, visiting the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, or walking to raise funds for the American Heart Association. Their time together has mixed fun with a focus on education , leadership, volunteerism, and cultura l experiences. Randy has been intentional about preparing his g uys for their next steps in life. He exposes them to business meetings, engages them in public Randy was honored at the 2006 Governor 's Service Awards with the Outstanding Mentor Award. He began mentoring in 1998 when he joined the Detroit chapter of I 00 Black Men. In addition to mentoring, he was the chairman of the mentoring program and is now president of the organization. He is passionate about getting more men like him self to mentor. In M ich igan, women lead men in mentoring, 65 percent to 35 percent. "We all can make a difference and it doesn ' t matter what type of education or job you have. These A 2006 survey of I 37 men loring organizations in 39 Michigan countiesfound: The 230 M ichigan mentoring organizations registered with Mentor Michigan. Impact More than 35,000 Michigan youth were matched with mentors - 12,000 more youth than in 2004, when the sw·vey was first initiated. 14 �young men need someone who will listen , be supportive, and help encourage them," Randy said. "More now than ever, more men need to mentor as we are losing our young men to drugs, crime, and the prison system. Everyone should tell themselves, ' I am going to personally make sure that one more young man graduates from high schoo l because I am going to be involved in his life."' Randy is also quick to point out that Kevin and Arbie have changed his life as much as he has made a difference in theirs. "Kevin and Arbie made me realize that by giving my time, I was able to help them stay focused and pursue their college education," he said. " It also helped me understand what unconditional love is all about. 1 wi ll always consider them my sons." Statistics show that we have more than 500,000 children iJ1 Michigan who could benefit from having a mentor. This drives the work of Mentor Michigan to support, strengthen, and sustain mentoring across the state. that support high-quality mentoring in Michigan. A checkli st was also created as a tool to help programs implement these standards. • Conducted the fourth installment in its annual census on the state of mentoring in Michigan. • Supp01ted and helped establish mentoring collaboratives to foster networking between programs. • He ld its inaugural statewide mentoring conference. • Kicked off a campaign to engage more businesses in mentoring. To achieve its goals, the program collaborates with more than 230 mentoring programs throughout the state. Program development is guided by advisors from a statewide Providers Council ofmentoring professionals. It also relies on its Leadership Council, a group of influential executives and community leaders who proactively advocate for mentoring and help expand mentoring resources. Edward Hagan, Two experienced mentors lead Mentor MichiganGovernor Jennifer M. Granholm, who founded the program , and First Gentleman Daniel G . Mu lhern. They are currently mentors in a structured program and have been mentoring for years. executive director, Big Brothers Big Sisters Michigan Capital Region Mentor Michigan defines youth mentoring as an ongoing, structured, and trusting relationship that brings a young person together with a caring individual who offers guidance, support, and encouragement. This relationship is aimed at developing the competence and character of the men tee. To encourage and support mentoring, Mentor Michigan builds the capacity of programs through training, research, and forming partnerships with businesses, faith-based and nonprofit organizations, education institutions, and government. In the past year, the program has: • Initiated a statewide, online directory of mentoring programs that opened another avenue for mentor recruitment. • Developed and published program standards The state had 16,382 active mentors, an increase of nearly 7,500 from 2004. Mentor Michigan also: Challenged Michigan campuses to recruit 1,500 new mentors by 2006. Campuses responded with more than 3,000 new mentors over a two-year period. "Through Mentor Michigan, there are more kids and mentors in safe and rewarding relationships." Created a Mentor Michigan AmeriCorps program, placing more than 40 AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps*VISTA members with mentoring programs. As a result, 7 1% of programs reported an increase Ln mentor recruitment, 66% in partnership development, and 63% in comm uni ty awareness. - Kahle Research Solutions inc. , October 2006 and Michigan Campus Compact member surveys, 2005-2006. 15 �Michigan Mentoring Demographics 35000 The data represented is from the Mentor Michigan Census conducted by Kahle Research Solutions Inc. The Census is a survey of organizations operating mentoring programs in the state of Michigan. Since January 2004, there have been four waves of the Census. The most current ended August 31, 2006. 30000 25000 20000 15000 10000 5000 0 2004 2005 2006 Mentoring Growth from 2004 - 2006 Other <1% Arab-American <1% Asian-American <1% Native American <1% Hispanic . 2% 26% African-American 70% Caucasian 20% 0% 40% 60% 80% Mentor Race in 2006 Mentor Gender in 2006 Other 3% Arab-American <1% Asian-American 1% Native American 1% 6% Hispanic African-American · - - - - 33% 56% Caucasian 0% 20% 40% 60 % Mentee Race in 2006 16 80% �MICHIGAN)S VOLUNTEER INVESTMENT GRANTS Michigan's Volunteer Investment Grants Changing Lives While Building Volunteer Services Providing resources for organizations that support volunteers. Since 1998, Michigan 's Volunteer Investment Grants (VlG) program has served as a catalyst for the growth ofMichigan's volunteer community. Initially conceived by the MCSC as a challenge grant to raise endowment funds for local volunteer centers, the program has helped local centers raise and endow nearly $6 million dollars. Today, Michigan's VIG continues to provide needed support to sustain our volunteer infrastructure. More than ever before, people are looking for ways to give back to their community by volunteering. The first critical step for these potential volunteers is finding the cause or organization that is right for them. To address this need, 27 volunteer centers serving 40 counties connect those with needs with those interested in serving their community. Volunteer centers work closely with organizations in their communities to recruit, train, place, manage, and recognize volLmteers. Recognizing the value The Impact 27 volw1teer centers covered 40 counties and 82% of our population. As a result of Michigan s Volunteer Investments Grants: A technology initiative was implemented, helping 21 centers increase their technology capacity. in this volunteer assistance, the MCSC awarded a $200,000 grant to the Volunteer Centers of Michigan (VCM). This investment enabled the VCM to reach its goals, such as strategic growth of the number of counties served, better use of teclmology, and support for local skill development of volunteer center directors, staff, and board members. Kristina Beamish, director of United Way Volunteer Center of Chippewa County, is proud that her volunteer center was completely self-sustained financially in the last budget year. She gives the credit for this accomplishment and other volunteer center successes to the endowment created by VIG. "Our volunteer center wouldn't exist if it weren 't for the VIG ," she said. "Nearly seven years after the original grant, we have a countywide recognition program, an online searchable database of volunteer opportunities, two satellite volunteer centers in the making, and many other great things." This type of growth in the volunteer centers is the realization of Michigan's VIG 's purpose- supporting the social fabric that connects local needs with the citizens who can address them. 17 volunteer centers took advantage of Technology Enhancement grants of more than $65,000 that generated an additional $115,000 in cash and in-kind support. N-Power Michigan developed "A Buyers Guide to Technology Enhancements" that was distributed nationwide to the Volunteer Center National Network. A yearlong Leadership Academy was hosted by the Volunteer Centers of Michigan to strengthen the management capacity of centers. - Volunteer Centers of Michigan, September 2006. 17 ((Improving our technology helps us better mobilize volunteers to meet the community's needs." - Denise Hubbard, coordinator, United Way & Volunteer Connections of Montcalm �Governor's Service Awards Changing Lives by Recognizing Heroes We honor ordinary people who do the extraordinary. "These everyday heroes walk through the door, asking, 'How can I help?' and when the job is done, they ride off into the sunset, having left the world a littl e better than they found it. What's more heroic than that?" Actor/musician Jeff Daniels, a special guest at the 2006 Governor 's Service Awards. The Governor's Service Awa rds recognizes people who volunteer to step up and meet the chall enges fac ing our communiti es. They are individuals and organi zations, from teens to sen iors, and can be found in the urban, suburban, and rural spaces across our state. The 2006 awards ceremony was a fitting celebration of their good works. It boasted the best of Mi chi ga n- from its honorees and loca l corporate spon sors, to its location at The Fox Theatre in Detroit, and actor/mu sic ian Jeff Daniels, a homegrown favorite , who presented the awards with the Governor and First Gentl eman. The Governors Service Awards: The Publicly recognize the vast range of Michigan volunteers and the effects of their work across the state. Impact Encourage more volunteerism in local communiti es. Highlight local service organizations and co1nmw1ity needs. Spotlight good corporate citizens in the state. 18 �But the spotli ght shone brightest on these men and women who exemplify the sp irit of volunteer service. The honored included: • Mildred Corey of Battle Creek who began vo lunteering when she completed high schoo l in the 1930s and continues today at more than 90 years of age. • The Wolverine Harley-Davidson HOG Chapter #1332 of Clinton Township whose members ride for cha ritable causes, with help from its sponsor Wolverine Harley Davidson in C linton Township . A typical ride attracts between 800-1 ,500 participants and generates $20,000-$40,000 for charities such as the Muscular Dystrophy Association , CARE House, Fam il y Services at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, and St. Joseph 's Hospital Pediatric Unit. • Joshua Sharp, a Lake Superior State fres hman, who is a youth ass istant and peer mentor at the juvenile intervention program he was once a part of. • The AMIGOS Program of Kalamazoo that matches Kalamazoo Co llege student with elementary students from Maple Street Magnet School for bilingual mentoring. The pairs have accumulated more than 1,000 hours together as they practice Engli sh and other languages, do homework, and take field trips. • Ford Motor Company, a business that has a corporate volunteer program that involved more than 11 ,000 Ford employees from Southeast Michigan in 86,000 hours of service at more than 130 nonprofit organizations. And, that's just to name a few. Those se lected for awa rds are chosen by a peer review committee, as well as the MCSC staff and board of commi ssioner . The 2006 awards process drew nearly 200 nominations from 89 cities submitted by friends , relatives, and colleagues. "Vo lunteers give un se lfishl y of their time and talent and ask for nothing in return," said Governor Granho lm . "We owe them a debt of gratitude for all they do and the Governor's Service Awards are just one small way we can say thank yo u." Governor's Service Awards 2006 Winners Governor George Romney Lifetime Achievement Award for Volunteerism , the most prestigious of the Governor's Service Awards, was presented to Mildred Corey of Battle Creek. This award honors an individual who has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to community involvement and volunteer serv icesomeone who bas made service a way of life. The Exemplary Volunteer Service Award was presented to Michael McCartan of St. Clair. This award honors an individual who strives to improve the lives of others- someone who goes the extra mile for their comJmmity. "Vo lunteers are truly the heroes of our state." Two Senior Volunteer Awards of Excellence were presented- one to Mary Clay of Grand Rapids and one to James Rowlett of Traverse City. This award honors a senior citizen who has taken action to improve his or her community. The Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award was presented to the Ford Motor Company of Dearborn. This award honors businesses that demonstrate exce llent corporate citizenship by giv ing back to their community through corporate volunteer programs, monetary contributions, in-kind gifts, and empl oyee-driven volunteer service. The Exemplary Community Service Program Award was presented to Wolverine HarleyDavidson HOG Chapter # I 332. This award honors an organization that effective ly uses vo lunteers to meet its mission. The Outstanding Mentor Award was presented to Randy Walker, Sr. of Southfield. This award honors an indi vidual who has made a significant difference in a child 's life through mentoring. The Youth Volunteer Award of Excellence was presented to Joshua Sharp of Kincheloe. This award honors a yo ung person who has taken action to make hi s or her communi ty a better place to Iive . The Innovative Mentoring Program Award was presented to the AMIGOS Program of Kalamazoo. This award honors a program that has found a unique and effective approach to mentoring children. /9 - Governor Jennifer M . Granholm �Our 2006 Advisory Committees Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Council The Member Council provides a statewide network in whi ch M ichigan's AmeriCorps members share ideas, experi ences, and a spirit of service whil e taking a leadership position within th eir Ameri Corps program . Each program has th e opportunity to se lect one member to serve as a representative on the Council. Matthew Blythe National Preparedness and Response Corps Laura Longstreet Catholic Famil y Services - A Great Start Scott Craven Michiga n Service Scholars Samantha Oesch Volunteer Muskegon's AmeriCorps Jilianne Emans MPCA Am eriCorps Sylvia Ridgway City Year Detroit Karen Goll Char-Em ISD 's Am eri Corps Program Lisa Richards Fa ith In Youth Program Kriss Goodroe Mentor Michigan AmeriCorps David Russell Michigan Ground water Stewardship AmeriCorps Program Ninoska Guillen Jumpstart - Dearborn Kelly Sappington Michigan Service Scholars Julianne Harger Ionia Coun ty AmeriCorps Gina Sevick MARESA - Michi gan Am eriCorps Nathannia Howard The readetroit co rps Chris Stickney Expl ore, Experience, Achi eve Thro ugh 4-H Mentoring Kim Koeman Neighborhood Youth Development Jeffrey Taylor Expl ore, Experi ence, Achi eve Through 4-H Mento ring Mandi Lahti Superior AmeriCorps Leah Winiesdorffer Downriver CARES AmeriCorps Learn and Serve- Michigan Service-Learning Youth Council (SLYC) The Service-Learn ing Youth Council is an adviso ry group to the Learn and Serve - Michi gan program. The members are in grades 7 through 12. They work with the Learn and Serve team to furth er public support fo r service-l earning in schools and commun ities across M ichi gan. Lowell High School Leara G linzak Kristen McA lp ine Ashley Spicer N icole Videan Belding Middle School Gordon Stene Ell a Kate Wagner Brethren High School Megan Leroy Jess ica Monnot Palo Community Schools Xani a Fancett Jilli an FeJTi s Honey Creek Community Schools Mandy Moore Sophie Tulip Pewamo-Westphalia High School Cortney Twomey Ionia High School Derek Zande r Reeths-Puffer High School Tiffany Smi thson L'Anse Creuse Public High Schools Ke ll ey Martin Lydi a Re nder 20 �Mentor Michigan Leadership Council The Leadership Council is comprised of prominent executives and leaders who champion and support mentoring through promotional activities and partnership development. The Council 's members were appointed by the Governor. Kip Bohne Daniel Piepszowski WSYM TV FOX 4 7 New Detroit Joseph Crawford Patricia Ryan O'Day Grand Rapids Press Marquette Monthly James Dreyer Geneva Williams Event Marketing Enterprises, Inc. City Connect Detroit Michael Fezzey WJRRadio Linda Gillum University of Michigan Medical School Joyce Hayes-Giles DTE Energy SmaUwood Holoman, Jr. The Dow Chemical Company Denise Ilitch Clark Hill PLC Harry Knopke Aquinas College JohnS. Lore Detroit Medical Center Mentor Michigan Providers Council The Providers Council offers expertise and direction to Mentor Michigan activities. The Council consists of experts representing various types of mentoring programs and organizations from across Michigan. Council members were selected through a competitive process and serve multiyear terms. Lisa Bottomley Edward Hagan MSU Extension Journey Program Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Lansing Mary Lou Boughton Ginna Holmes Kalamazoo Youth Development Initiative Alma Public Schools, Explore After School Program Janelle Burden Jeannine LaSovage Arbor Circle Michigan Reach Out! Julie Chapin Jayne Letts MSU Extension - 4-H Youth Development Big Brothers Big Sisters of Marquette County Mary Sue Christian Kris Marshall Big Brothers Big Sisters ofNotthwestern Michigan Mentoring Solutions - Winning Futures Peg Cramer Raquel Thueme Kentwood Public Schools Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Detroit Jerry Dash Carole Touchinski Volunteers in Prevention, Probation & Prisons, Inc. Strategic Solutions 21 �Financial Statement September 30, 2006 Federal Funds' $7,465,768 Michigan s AmeriCorps $5,986,183 Learn and Serve - Michigan 2 $908, 150 Program Development and Training $140,000 $42, 000 Disability and Inclusion Commission Administration $389,435 State Funds State Appropriation Volunteer in vestment Grants Total Public Funds Revenue • Federal (84%) State of Michigan (14 %) • Private (2%) $ ] ,234,500 $984,500 $250,000 Federal Funds Expenditures • $8,700,268 AmeriCorps (80%) Learn and Serve - Michigan (12 %) Total Private Funds Total MCSC Revenu e $1 85,536 • Operations (5%) $8,885,804 • Program Development and Train ing (2%) Disability (1 %) Fiscal Year 2006 Expenditures Grants Program Operations Program Trai ning Administration Total Expenditures $5 ,66 1,426 $858,199 $175 ,7 17 $518 ,866 Total Expenditures • Grants (78%) Program Operations (12%) $7,214,208 • Administration (8%) • Program Train ing (2%) ' Includes $570,77 5 in cmryo11er [t1.nding ' Received througlt an interagency agreemem with Michiga n Department of Edttcarion (MOE). ExJ>endiwres are refJresented on MOE's financial swtemenll. Our Supporters American Red Cross of Greater Grand Rapids AmeriQuest/Dykema Gossett, PLLC Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan CDL Training School CMS Energy/Consumers Energy Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Michi gan Comcast Come rica ConnectMichi ga n Alli ance Corporation for National and Communi ty Service Council ofM ichi gan Foundations DaimlerChrysler Corporation F und •, Detroit Auto Dealers Assoc iation Detroit Pistons Detroit Shock DP & Company DTE Energy Foundation Ford Motor Company Fund Genera l Motors/GMAC Financial Services Grace and Wi ld, Inc. Greektown Cas ino Health Alli ance Plan 22 Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation Hudson- Webber Foundation John Hancock Financial Services Lear Corporation MASCO Corporation Foundation Mawby Family Fund/Battle Creek Community Foundation Meijer Michigan No nprofit Association Michjgan State Fa ir National Mentoring Partnership Olympia Entertai nment, lnc. Palace Sports & Enter1ainment Pfizer Inc Siemens Corporation The Ski llman Foundation State Farm insurance Tallarico Boardwa lk Subs UAW-Ford National Programs Center UAW-GM Center for Human Resources W.K . Kellogg Foundation Whirlpool Corporation �Connecting With Our Programs MCSC-News Get connected with MCSC funding, activities, and announcements by visiting our website at www. michigan.gov/mcsc. To sign up for the MCSC-News listserv, look in the left margin of the homepage and click on the MCSC logo. Michigan's AmeriCorps AmeriCorps funding may be available for organizations in your community. Competitive funding is usually granted in three-year cycles with renewa l funding based upon successful completion of annual goals. Michigan's AmeriCorps grants traditionally average $250,000 each and require match funds. Do you know a potential AmeriCorps member? AmeriCorps members are dedicated individuals at least 17 years of age who want to make a difference in their community. Potential members can find out more by calling (800) 942-2677 or visiting www.a mericorps.org. Find Michigan programs by clicking on AmeriCorps in Your State and selecting Michigan. Wayne, Oakland, or Macomb counties call 2-1- I to find a place to mentor. There are several ways to get involved with Mentor Michigan activities and programs. Visit www.mentom1ichigan.org to take advantage of the following: • Mentoring programs can be part of the Mentor Micillgan Directory, which is used by potential mentors, businesses looking to support mentoring, children looking for mentors, and more. • The Michigan Mentoring Advocacy Network is a grassroots group that educates local, state, and federal policymakers on issues related to mentoring. • The Mentor Michjgan listserv will keep you informed about what's happening around the state with mentoring programs. Michigan's Volunteer Investment Grants The Volunteer Centers of Michigan works to develop the volunteer centers within the state. These centers are continuously in need of new volunteers. To find a volunteer center in your area, visit www.mivolunteers.org. Learn and Serve - Michigan School districts may apply for funds to develop sustainable high-quality service-learning initiatives. Competitive funding is usually granted in three-year cycles with renewal funding based upon successful completion of annual goals. Funding levels vary based on the size of the school district and match funds are required . The goa l of the funding is to establish sequential service-learning opportunities so that, at a minimum, all students have at least one service-learning experience in elementa1y, middle, and high school. M entor Michigan The best way to support Mentor Michigan is to become a mentor. Find a place to mentor by visiting www.mentormichiga n.org or calling 1-800-VOLUNTEER. lfyou live in Jackson, Kent, Governor's Service Awards Governor's Service Awards nominees are selfless individuals and organizations who mentor and tutor cruldren, serve the hungry and homeless, assist the elderly, care for our environment, and much more. Not sure who to nominate? Look around you and you'll see great volunteers in your office, place of worsrup, and community. They are young people, senior citizens, people with disabilities, educators, national service members. They can be your boss, your secretary, your babysitter, your mom, your grandfather, your neighbor, or your best friend. To nominate a person or organization for our Governor's Service Awards, download materials from the MCSC website at www.michigan.gov/ mcsc or contact Kathie Vasilion at (517) 373-4200 or vasilionk@michigan.gov. MCSC Staff Paula Kaiser VanDam, Acting Executive Director Janice Harvey, Executive Assistant Michigan's AmeriCorps Mentor Michigan Amber Reiss, Mentor Michigan Coordinator Kathie Vasil ion , Administrative Assistant Marcy Bishop Kates, Program Officer Mark Mullaney, Program Officer Megan Sargent, Training and Inclu sion Coordinator Michelle Metzmaker, Administrative Assistant Fiuauce am/ Administration Leam am/ Serve- Michigan Mary Grill , Director of Communi cation Maisha Maurant , Communi cation Coordinator Angelia Salas, Program Officer Jeanine Yard, Program Officer Tara Gilman, Administrati ve Ass istant Garry Gross, Director of Finance and Administration Kevin Reeves, Grants Coordinator Communications 23 �Photos used in this publication are courtesy of the © Corporation for National and Community Service Office of Public Affairs, CNCS Photo Office. The printing of this report was paid for with private contributions. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50763 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/e19114afa770ed8d64be4b42f9681d51.pdf 6b5b63095c59dfb64f1ef9eca8a8cc9a PDF Text Text Michigan Community Service Commission Advocacy Committee Meeting December 12, 2006 Participants: Caldwell Staff: Rob Collier, Bernard Parker, Elizabeth Bunn, Kathy Young-Welch, Kyle Paula K. VanDam, Janice Harvey, Jeanine Yard, Mark Mullaney, Mary Grill I. Review of the MCSC 2007 Advocacy Work Plan • Paula K. VanDam went through Elected Officials plan. • Rob Collier suggested that the MCSC schedule a meeting with the House Leadership. i. Speaker Dillon to familiarize him with the MCSC ii. Rep . Tobocman because he is a former ArneriCorps member • The MCSC should work through Dan Mulhern to have service/mentoring mentioned in the State of the State address . • Rob Collier mentioned that the new Congressional sessions will run from 6:00pm Monday' s through 2:00pm Friday' s which will make it hard to schedule visits with members in their districts and also to invite them to MCSC events. • Commissioners would like talking points to have when they attend events that legislators are at. • A meeting should be scheduled with Congressman Tim Walberg to familiarize him with the MCSC. • The MCSC should send a congratulatory letter to new Congressional members and those with new leadership appointments (Rep. Cheeks-Kilpatrick, Chair of the Black Caucus) • A possible joint letter to newly elected state legislators with CMA and MCSC (work with Tiffany Aurora). • Testify at hearing before the committee for the DHS budget. II. Serve Michigan Action Plan • Kyle Caldwell went through the Serve Michigan Action Plan and pointed out their four main goals and their action plan for funding for national service. • FY07 Budget not solved yet - settled in January/February timeframe • FY08 Budget negotiations will then begin • The new Congress (Democratic) will be more friendly to national service 1. There is talk that they will look at Reauthorization • Education Award tax free • Indexing Education Award • Make program more flexible • States can leverage more dollars III. Opportunities for Partnership • What are the MCSC goals for public policy? This will help CMA understand what we stand for. �IV. Next Steps • Meeting with Marianne Udow and Executive Committee- Dec 20 i. Ask about testifying during budget hearing ii. Meeting w/Legislative liaison • Meeting with Mary Lannoye, Budget Director • Invite Commissioners to attend Voices for National Service event on February 13 and schedule Hill visits • Email Commissioners to find out if anyone will be going to Washington DC in the next few months to meet with Congressional members- add MCSC information 1. Rob Collier- Feb 27-28 ii. Bernard Parker- 1 st week of March • Include the amount Commission leverages with talking points • Add Retreat Agenda Item - draft action plan i. Conference call with committee prior to retreat to discuss draft • Serve Michigan will have sign on letter in spring re: federal funding for national service- Discuss at February meeting having all Commissioners sign on • February Meeting- push for sign on to letter to Michigan Congressional delegation re: appropriations • Draft letter from Governor to Congressional Delegation re: appropriations • Commissioners should connect with Congressional members in their areas since they more than likely have a prior relationship with them • ln1portant that all Commissioners are involved - not just committee members � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50764 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/ac6dd949df8afbe5dd897367b514c387.pdf 2ebac625650a7e4d35d9d19392578104 PDF Text Text MIC H I GAN Michigan Community Service Commission 2007 Retreat February 21-22, 2007 Inn at St. Johns 44045 Five Mile Road, Plymouth COMMUNITY SERVICE CO MM I S SIO N Agenda February 21 - Day One 10:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m. MCSC Quarterly Meeting Nazareth Room I. Welcome and Introductions- Chairperson Mulhern II. Review & Approval of November 16,2006 Minutes- Chairperson Mulhern III. Standing Committee Reports A. B. IV. Executive Committee- Chairperson Mulhern (APPROVAL ITEM) 1. Review Executive Committee Meeting of January 19, 2007 Advocacy Committee (TAB 1) (TAB 2) (TAB 2) Updates on Progress and Challenges A. Service Learning 1. Service-Learning Urban Initiative Update 2. Presentation by Shelly Billig, Vice President, RMC Research (TAB 3) (TAB 4) 11:30 am- 15 MINUTE BREAK- LUNCH BUFFET B. C. D. E. F. C. Executive Directors Report - Paula K. VanDam Mentor Michigan - Paula K. VanDam/Amber Reiss 1. Mentoring Month Update 2. MI Campus Compact Mentor Challenge Update - Amy Smitter National Service Update - Paula K. VanDam 1. AmeriCorps Week (week ofMay 13) 2. Signature Service Project (June 6-7) ConnectMichigan Alliance I Michigan Nonprofit Association Update Volunteer Investment Grant (VIG) Update (APPROVAL ITEM) Communications Update- Mary Grill 1. Key Information Binder 2. MCSC Annual Report 3. Governor' s Service Awards (To Be Dist.) (TAB 5) (TAB 6) (TAB 7) (TAB 8) (To Be Dist.) (To Be Dist.) (To Be Dist.) Recess of MCSC Quarterly Meeting for MCSC 2007 Commissioner Retreat 12:30- 12:45 pm 15 MINUTE BREAK �12:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 2007 MCSC Commissioner Retreat "Lights! Camera! Action!" Nazareth Room SEE SEPARATE RETREAT AGENDA 5:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. Free Time to Check into Your Room 6:00p.m. -7:00p.m. Reception Nazareth Room 7:00p.m.- 9:00p.m. Dinner Nazareth Room February 22 - Day Two 7:00a.m.- 8:00a.m. Breakfast Nazareth Room 8:00a.m. to 11:30 a.m. MCSC Commissioner Retreat Reconvenes SEE SEPARATE RETREAT AGENDA 11:30 am V. MCSC Board Meeting Reconvenes New Business- Chairperson Mulhern A. B Report Out Adoption of Recommendations (approval item VI. Public Comment- Chairperson Mulhern VII. Adjourn- Chairperson Mulhern if needed) 12:00 pm Buffet Lunch will be served REMINDER: The next meeting will be on Friday, April21",from 12:00-4:00 pm, at MCSC Office in Lansing. 2 Nazareth Room � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50765 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/11f846229442f5fb4384f2c2f6f8c45b.pdf 5eed25638e1146d21a7976c457e83ed0 PDF Text Text Volunteer Centers of Michigan Memo To: Michigan Community Service Commission Board of Directors From: Diana Rodriguez Algra, Executive Director Date: 2/20/2007 Re: Annual Report on VIG Initiative The ConnectMichigan Alliance (CMA) and the Volunteer Centers ofMichigan (VCM) would like to provide the Board ofDirectors of the Michigan Community Service Commission this report on the progress of the Volunteer Investment Grant (VIG) awarded to VCM. In our previous reports, we articulated a need to increase the capacity ofMichigan' s volunteer centers in three critical areas: Leadership- Well over 75% ofMichigan's volunteer centers have experienced a change in lead staff. In addition, over half of all centers are now internal to other agencies limiting the broader community leadership opportunities of a volunteer center. Therefore, VCM felt that it was important to train the existing and future leadership of the volunteer centers in Michigan to help them increase their capacity to build strong organizations, develop and engage an effective board, creatively leverage resources, and empower others to innovate. Technology - Nearly two years ago, CMA developed a goal of gaining universal access for Michigan's volunteers and the opportunities that nonprofits they serve have to offer. Included in this goal was providing a user-friendly technology recruitment solution that might also provide information on the interests, placement and results of the work of Michigan's volunteers. Many volunteer centers were eager to participate in this broad initiative. In addition, the volunteer centers lacked a system to collect, analyze and share critical information on the impact of their work. After a thorough analysis of the volunteer centers (conducted by Bob Kahle), VCM discovered three key challenges to CMA's universal access goal. First, volunteer centers lack a uniform level of technology that would allow for a web-based or other electronic technology solution. Second, volunteer centers were using no fewer than seven different recruitment technology solutions (web-based recruitment and placement systems) that were unable to share information. Finally, the volunteer centers lacked the required knowledge, capacity and in-house expertise necessary to maintain the most up to date hardware and software solutions necessary to collect, analyze and maintain impact and other forms of data necessary to meet their needs. Impact and Coverage- The existing volunteer centers provide "coverage" to roughly 65% of the geography (by county) of the state. However, this figure can be somewhat deceiving. While the majority of the counties are serviced by a volunteer center, what constitutes "coverage" can differ from rural versus urban or more dense population communities. For example, three employees serving the counties of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb is different than nearly five employees serving Muskegon County alone. In addition, we discovered that many communities with existing communities were unable to maintain a volunteer center consistently while those same communities would call for thereestablished of the volunteer center. At the same time, there are several communities in the state that �lack the infrastructure provided by a vohmteer center that would like support in starting up and maintaining the work of one. Finally, as mentioned in the technology section, volunteer centers meet the unique needs of their communities. Their services range from board development to events, online recruitment hosting to Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) outreach, and mentoring programs to student volunteer recognition. However, not all centers provide the same services in the same way. While this variety is healthy for the communities that volunteer centers serve, this dynamic makes "telling their story" and communicating their impact extremely difficult. In the body of this report, you will see the progress VCM and our member centers have made in these areas. FY 2005-2006 As originally submitted the VIG would provide resources for the Volunteer Centers as follows: • • • Enlarge the capacity ofVolunteer Centers to meet the core competencies and Standards of Excellence mandated by the Volunteer Center National Network. Create an information and referral system statewide that will meet the needs oflocal centers while providing impact data to help make the case for service and volunteerism in Michigan. Fortify the sector by assisting Volunteer Centers (VC) in their role of providing support to local nonprofits. In an effort to meet the above goals the VCM undertook a study of the network as described below. Volunteer Center Study The following summarizes the recommendations that carne out of our volunteer center study, conducted by Kahle Research Solutions, during the 2005-2006 year. The outcomes of the study served to confirm the following key fmdings: 1. VCs need to improve their understanding and value placed on the evaluation of their services. Critical to this is their ability to document their work/outcomes in the following areas: • Volunteer Opportunities Registered • Volunteers Referred • Volunteers Placed • Volunteer Hours Worked • Agencies/Business Served • Training/Consulting or other capacity building services provided to the larger community 2. VCs operating specific community-wide programs must begin to document specific program outcome data. 3. VCs should continue to develop success stories that document the impact of the VCs on the larger community. These stories can be used to communicate their success to all of their key constituents including their board members, funding sources, volunteers and partner agencies. In addition to the specific VC recommendations, our consultant also made a series of recommendations related to the VCM as a state association. These included the following: • VCM should conduct an introspective review of its mission, vision, and methods of operation. • Page 2 �• • • • • • VCM should seek to more effectively engage its members and make VCM more relevant and integrated into the success of each center' s operation. Consider, based on the research presented here, segmenting VCM services by organizational structure of the VC (Independent, futernal to United Way, others). VCM should take on a strong advocacy role on behalf of its member centers, especially in relation to the POLF and federal and state funding sources. VCM should seek technical support for Michigan' s VCs so that they can use technology to connect more efficiently and effectively. VCM should identify key areas where VC leaders can benefit from training. Seek to develop VC leaders who can raise funds for operational support and put strategies in place to sustain local VCs over time. VCM should seek to gain 100% buy-in and participation in ongoing efforts to develop and document the work of each VC. Training of people and development of information systems with defined terms, common collection protocols, and standard reporting approaches are essential to building stronger case statements. Taking these two lists into consideration, the VCM proposed the following next phase initiatives that would address a number of the recommendations outlined above. • • • • Provide support to VCs that is unique to their needs and structure (internal vs. independent). fucrease the leadership capacity ofVC staff to advance their organizations. Develop and implement a plan to enhance the ability ofVCs to fully utilize technology to document impact of their organization. Enhance the technology skills ofVC staff to ensure the quality and sustainability of the technology usage. Leadership Professional Development/ Leadership Academy During our association meetings in 2005 we addressed the following topics: Logic model and outcomes; laid the foundation for our VC Kahle Study; POLF Affiliation work and training on POLF VISTA initiative. With the assistance of the MNA Leadership Institute, we developed and implemented the VC Leadership Academy beginning in March of2006. The VC Academy would work to address the professional development needs of the VC network leadership and key staff. Topics chosen to address during our first year included: leadership vs. management; differences between internal and external VC; POLF Standards of Excellence and Affiliation Agreement; changing tides of the nonprofit sector; nonprofit lifecycles; critical role technology plays in nonprofits; marketing and promotion and building strategic alliances for meaningful impact; strategic planning, principals and practices for non-profit excellence; diversification of funding; advocacy ; and governance. Our venue for offering these included the use of our quarterly meetings already on VCs schedules; participation in the annual MNA SuperConference and bi-monthly conference calls. Outcomes: 1. Developed the nation's first leadership development curriculum for Volunteer Center Directors. The POLF has expressed interest in sharing our training curriculum with other VC State Associations. • Page 3 �2. The Academy has engaged over 96 % of the Volunteer Center Director network (Goal 100% of new directors). Technology Assessment, Training and Resources for Hardware & Software We undertook, with NPower Michigan, the development of a technology plan for the VCs. This was broken down into two areas: • Basic Technology Grants to allow a VC to undergo an assessment of their technology capacity and provide them with recommendations on how to upgrade their current systems, creating a technology plan for them. Matching resources would then be provided to get them to the "basic" level of technology application. To help remediate these needs, NPower developed a recommended "Buying Guide," containing key specifications and specific product recommendations. NPower also assist the centers with referrals on how to obtain discounts price on equipment and software when requested. Outcomes: 1. N-Power Michigan helped 21 centers (77%) with training, individual consultations, and Tech Atlas support. • Technology Resources and Training Grants allowed us to develop 1-2 page resource guides to benefit Volunteer Centers, and then reviewed these resources during a series of conference calls. Additionally, since the staff of member VC would need some sort of technology training, we set aside a pool of funds to subsidize training by allowing each Volunteer Center funds for 1-2 classes, as requested. MNA member organizations (VCs are MNA members) can take classes at New Horizons on Outlook for a relatively low price. Outcomes: 1. Engaged N-Power Michigan to create "A Buyers Guide to Technology Enhancements" since distributed as a national model to the Volunteer Center National Network of the POLF. Impact and Coverage Strategic Planning for the VCM Network We established an ad-hoc Strategic Planning Committee for the VCM to undertake the development of a new 3-5 year strategic plan to move forward both the VCM and the volunteer center network. The committee was comprised ofVC directors in the network and some key outside stakeholders. Outcomes: The summer strategic planning process was followed up with the establishment of 6 Vision Priority teams ofVC directors that will work on the following key areas this coming year: 1. Creating our identity across the state 2. Using outcome data to prove the value ofVC 3. Developing and implementing ongoing professional development for the VC directors. 4. Seeking additional resources to the support network ofVC. 5. Creating a volunteer presence in every community 6. Enhancing the VC capacity to use up to date technology. Our work will be guided by Sue Weachter ofComerstone Consulting Inc. • Page 4 �FY2006-2007 The ConnectMichigan Alliance (CMA) and the Volunteer Centers of Michigan (VCM) FY 2006-2007 request for funding proposed to continue to address the following overarching goals: • • • • Enlarge the capacity of Volunteer Centers to meet the core competencies and Standards of Excellence mandated by the Volunteer Center National Network. Create an information and referral system statewide that will meet the needs oflocal centers while providing impact data to help make the case for service and volunteerism in Michigan. Fortify the sector by assisting Volunteer Centers (VC) in their role of providing support to local nonprofits. Expand the coverage area of the Michigan VC Network. The VCM proposed the following initiatives to continue enhancing the Volunteer Centers capacities statewide. Leadership Development VC Leadership Academy- We propose to continue our work with the VC Leadership Academy and develop a method for orienting new Volunteer Center leadership as they enter the network. Our quarterly meeting will continue to include seminar/workshop topics of interest and need to the network. In addition our face to face meeting will be supplemented with bi-monthly conference calls as a way of continuing our training with the network and being able to address needs as they come up. Outcome: 1. We will bring to a close our first year Leadership Academy class on March 8-9, 2007. 2. A membership survey will take place during our retreat to measure the impact our Leadership Academy on the network and to generate a list of training topics for the coming year. 3. We established mentoring matches for the 5 new VC Directors that joined the network. When requested we have also matched Program Managers new to the network with more experienced ones in an effort to grow our VC talent. 4. All 5 new Directors to the network this year have taken advantage of all the trainings offered. VC Strategic Board Initiative- We propose setting aside resources to assist up to ten VC in undertaking a strategic planning process for their Boards of Directors over the course of this coming year. This planning process will allow them to examine ways that they can enhance their services to the community and nonprofits, examine their sustainability plans and develop steps to meet their core standards and services as required by the POLF Affiliation Agreement. Grants would range from $1000- $2000 per center based on a proposal that would be reviewed by the VCM. Outcome: 1. An RFP will go out to the VC network by mid-March 2007 to release these dollars. Technology Organizational Capacity Technology Upgrades- We have begun, with the support ofNPower MI, to work with our VC network to develop their individual technology assessment plans. Once they have nnder gone the assessment process NPower will work with them to develop an implementation plan for the needed upgrades. In an • Page 5 �effort to grow our networks capacity we propose continuing to hold a pool of resources that our centers can apply for. Outcome: 1. Seventeen (63%) volunteer centers took advantage of the Technology Enhancement Funds. 2. Fifteen "Quick Win" grants totaling $5,915 leveraged an additional $6,796 dollars in cash and in-kind support. 3. Sixteen "Large Tech Grants" totaling $59,507leveraged another $108,669 dollars in cash and in-kind support. 4. Fifteen centers (88%) used the dollars to upgrade hardware; Sixteen centers (94%) used the dollars to purchase new or upgrade software with ten (5~/o) purchasing volunteer matching software. 5. Twelve centers (70%) used dollars to provide for both staff and nonprofits organizations training on the use of the volunteer matching software. 6. Ten centers (59%) use dollars to upgrade and enhance their web-sites. Statewide Data CollectionA statewide data collection system was a goal of the network during our second year ofVIG fi.mding. With the help of Kahle Research Solutions and a team of six Volunteer Center directors, the network developed a set of standard data collection indicators. Once finalized we proceeded to develop a basic web-based collection tool that would be used monthly, quarterly or annually to collect data. Outcomes: 1. We then entered into a contractual relationsmp with "GrandNet" out of Grand Rapids to develop a web-based reporting system for our centers. 2. Volunteer centers began to input data starting with July 1, 2006. To date 93 % of our centers have recorded data into the system. 3. Kahle Research Solutions will be reviewing our first six months of data and will be ready to present at our March 2007 VCM Retreat. We will be happy to share the data with the MCSC at their next meeting. Impact and Coverage Innovation Grants As we work toward enhancing the standards of excellence for all our Volunteer Centers we propose to implement an "innovation grant program". These grant dollars would be distributed via an application process requiring local volunteer centers to develop a work plan for the project's implementation that include outcomes measures. These grants could be used to implement local Business Volunteer Councils, provide for a local training series on Volunteer Management, establish an annual community wide volunteer recognition event, establish a local mentoring collaborative among others. Grants would range from $300-$750. Outcome: 1. An RFP that will go out to the VC network by mid-March 2007 to release these dollars. Universal Coverage/Expansion Grants As we continue to work toward providing every Michigan citizen access to volunteer opportunities, with our goal being, universal coverage, we developed an RFP process that would provide fi.mding to • Page 6 �either begin a new center, expand the service area of a current center and to develop sustainability plans for either. • • New Communities- $45 ,000 with grants ranging from $10,000-$15,000. Current Center- $22,500 with grants ranging from $5000- $7,500. Outcome: · L Currently the 27 Volunteer Centers cover 40 counties and 82.17% of our population. Our Start-Up Volunteer Center Initiative generated to date 3 submissions with an additional one or two in development. These start-ups will increase county coverage an additional4 counties and population percentages will grow to 86%. 2. An RFP is out to our current VC network for expansion grants. The Letters of intent that have come in are proposing to increase our geographic population coverage another eight counties. Deadline for full proposals is February 28, 2007. Technology Statewide Volunteer Matching Portal Another component of the Volunteer Centers of Michigan's goal toward universal coverage and access is a website presence that will provide volunteers and the nonprofits they serve an easy access venue to share information about opportunities and interest. VCM's research through Kahle Research Solutions and Npower Michigan led to three key findings: 1. VCs utilize no less than 7 different web-based recruitment/referral systems, 2. The protocol to create one statewide portal that unifies these systems and allows them to share data does exist, however none of the vendors agreed to utilize the protocol, 3. A statewide model for web-portal recruitment and referral was created in other states including California that Michigan may be able to buy and adapt without paying the high development costs. VCM will be working to develop a strategy for a state portal with the hope of developing as comprehensive a system as possible to meet the needs of Volunteer Centers and potentially other service and volunteer infrastructure partners . Our system will be developed by September 2007 and launched by April2008 during (Michigan Volunteer Week) . Conclusion The Volunteer Centers of Michigan are proud of the progress detailed in this summary, but remain concerned that Volunteer Centers in Michigan are not universally embraced and supported in every community, are not universally understood as a vital resource for every nonprofit in Michigan, and are not universally celebrated for the meaningful support they provide for Michigan's volunteers. VCM sees an increasing need for volunteer centers as the "Baby Boomer" market continues to grow, youth are seeking "cool cities" to live in, and more and more communities are seeking help with increasingly complex challenges. It is our hope that by increasing the awareness of impact, sharing information more effectively, becoming more accessible and by enhancing and sustaining the leadership of the Volunteer Center network in Michigan, we will be able to ensure that every Michigan resident has access to a meaningful and long-term volunteer experience. We wish to thank the Michigan • Page 7 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50766 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/1c724065df1b68f6c923345c168e8eda.pdf 1b6c91e21a3260e1f0447509e7285aa5 PDF Text Text �2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY,-:::::::~~==~ BACKGROUND KEY FINDINGS Every day, !=Olleges and universities provide college students--who represent a large and growing source of the nation's volunteers--with opportunities to deliver valuable services to communities across the country. Since the terrorist attacks of September 11 , 2001, the nation bas witnessed a significant upsurge in volunteers, particularly among this demographic. Both on campuses and in surrounding communities, millions of college students are participating in a wide range of volunteer service activities, from teaching and mentoring children from disadvantaged circumstances, to raising funds for worthy causes, to helping their fellow Americans recover from hurricanes and other disasters. The number of coUege students who volunteer is up by approximately 20 percent from 2002 to 2005 The mission of the Corporation for ational and Community Service is to improve lives, strengthen communities, and foster civic engagement through service and volunteering. As part of that mission, the Corporation makes a significant investment in nurturing a culture of service on college campuses. Building on that support, the Corporation is working with other federal agencies, colleges and universities, higher education and student associations, and nonprofit organizations to encourage even greater levels of college student volunteering and to ensure that college graduates embark on a lifetime of service. Our goal is to increase the number of college students volunteering each year, reaching 5 million by 2010. To identify key trends in college student volunteering and to understand their implications for growing volunteering among college students, the Corporation has produced a new report, tided Col/egf Students Helping America. The report analyzes data collected from 2002 to 2005 as part of the Current Population Survey (CPS), a comprehensive and scientifically rigorous survey of 60,000 American households conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. With the Corporation's support, the Census Bureau has administered a volunteer supplement to the CPS each September since 2002.1 For the purposes of this analysis, college students were defined as individuals between 16 and 24 years of age who, at the tiffie of the survey, were enrolled in a post-secondary higher education institution. To read or download the ful report, visit www.nationalservice.gov. The number of college students volunteering grew by nearly 600,000 from 2.7 million in 2002 to 3.3 million in 2005. The growth rate of college student volunteers (approximately 20%) is more than double the growth rate of all adult volunteers (9%) . In 2005, approximately 30.2 percent of college students volunteered, exceeding the volunteer rate for the general adult population of 28.8 percent. The growth in college volunteering has primarily been generated by youth who attended high school or were firstyear college students during the terrorist attacks of 9111 The vast majority (84%) of current college student volunteers were of high-school age (between 14 to 18 years old) in 2001. Since September 2001, the overall percent of college students who volunteer has increased from 27.1 percent to 30.2 percent. The bulk of the increase in the college student volunteering rate comes from the difference in the volunteer rates of 18 to 24 year-old college students in 2005 (30.2%) and 18 to 24 year-old college students in 2002 (26.8%). Tutoring and mentoring are the most popular volunteer activities among college students Among college student volunteers, tutoring (26.6%) and mentoring (23 .8%) are the most common volunteer activities. 39.2 percent of black college student volunteers engage in mentoring activities, compared to 22.3 percent of white college student volunteers. Students who work part time volunteer more than students who do not work at aU Volunteer rates are highest among students who work 1-10 hours (46.4%) and 11-15 hours (35%) a week, while students who are not employed volunteer at a con siderably lower rate (29.8%). �EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The volunteering rate declines substantially as college students work more hours each week. Students . who work 31-35 hours and 36-40 hours volunteer at rates of 22.8 percent and 23.2 percent, respectively. 3 College student volunteers are more likely than the general adult volunteer population (27% to 23.4%) to be "episodic" volunteers (volunteering fewer than two weeks per year with their main organization). State Rankings of College Student Volunteering II 3.4 3.2 i t 3.0 2.8 2.5 2002 2003 2004 2005 -lis .. IOGI In elude Yolunteer oc:tmlles since H•..X..110 Kolrilla. As part of our 2006 report Volunteen.ng in Amen·ca: State Trendr and Ronkingr, the Corporation produced the first-ever state volunteer rankings for the overall adult population and college students. Those results are reproduced in the full College Studentr Helping A merica report. Key findings include: Across the 50 states and the District of Columbia, college student volunteer rates ranged from 21.4 percent to 62.9 percent between 2003 and 2005. Six of the 10 states that rank in the top ten based on overall volunteering rates also rank in the top 10 for college student volunteering rates. BUILDING A CULTURE OF COUEGE SERVICE PROALE OF COLLEGE STUDENT VOLUNTEERS Who Volunteers College students follow the national trend in volunteering, with females (33%) volunteering at a higher rate than males (26.8%), and whites (32%) volunteering at a higher rate than students of other races and ethnicities (23.6%). College students are twice as likely to volunteer as individuals of the same age who are not enrolled in an institution of higher education (30.2% and 15.1 % , respectively). Where They Volunteer Nearly a third (31.6%) of college student volunteers serve with educational or youth services organizations, compared to about a quarter (26.3%) of the general adult volunteer population. Less than a quarter (23.4%) of college student volunteers serve with religious organizations, compared to more than a third (34.8%) of the general adult volunteer population. How They Volunteer 44.1 percent of college student volunteers engage in "regular" volunteering (volunteering 12 or more weeks a year with their main organization). The Corporation for National and Community Service applauds the growing number of higher education institutions that are embracing their civic mission and building strong community connections in new and creative ways. The Corporation believes that colleges and universities and the students that attend them are critical to building a culture of citizenship, service, and responsibility in America. Each year, the Corporation makes a signil:icant investment in building a culture of service on college campuses through: Learn and erve America, .-\meriCorps, VISTA, and Senior Corps grant programs; the provision of training and technical assistance; and Segal AmenCorps Education Awards provided to .AmeriCorps members who use their awards to pay for college tuition or to pay back student loans. In addition, the Corporation is working closely with our various governmental, educational, and nonprofit partners to increase the number of college students who volunteer to 5 million a year by 2010. Key strategies include: Strengthening and e.xpanding our network of intermediary organizations and institutions (Campus Compacts, higher education and student associations, Volunteer Centers, State Service Commissions, faith based and other community-based organizations) that provide key support for service and service-learning. �4 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Ensuring that more college students have opportunities to serve as part of their academic studies through high-quality service-learning, and building the pipeline for future college student volunteers by expanding service-learning in K-12 schools. Encouraging campuses to develop more community service offices, offer more courses and degrees in nonprofit management, and take od1er steps to build connections with community organizations. Increasing the number of college students serving as tutors and mentors to youth from disadvantaged circumstances, particularly to prepare them for high school completion and college attendance. Supporting efforts to expand service opportunities through the Federal Work-Study program. Promoting the value and inlportance of service on campus and reducing barriers that inhibit students from engaging in service. 1 The 2002 data include results from September 2001 to September 2002, thus including volunteering that occurred in the year inlmediately after the September 11 attacks. The September 2005 survey asks individuals not only if they volumeer, but also where they volunteer, how they volunteer and how often they volunteer. Results do not include data since Hurricane Katrina. Corporation for National and Community Service Authors Lilian Dote, Policy Analyst, Office of Research and Policy Development Kevin Cramer, Deputy Director for Evaluation and Research, Office of Research and Policy Development Nathan Diett; Research Associate and Statistician, Office of Research and Policy Development Robert Grimm,] r., Director, Office of Research and Policy Development The Office of Research & Policy Development The Office of Research & Policy Development (RPD) is part of the CEO's Office within the Corporatio n for National and Community Service. RPD's mission is to develop and cultivate knowledge that will enhance the mission of the Corporation and of volunteer and community service programs. Related Research Reports on Volunteering Vol11nleering in America: Stale Trends and Ronkings,June 2006. Presents a national, regional, and state-by-s tate analysis of volunteering trends. Vol11nteers Menton·ng Youth: Implications for Closing the Mentoring Gap, May 2006. Provides a greater understanding o f the characteristics and traits that distinguish individuals whose volun teering includes mentor:ing youth from volunteers who do not mentor. Youth Helping America Series. Ed11catingjor Actillfl Citizens: Service-Learning, S chool-Based Service, and Youth Civic Engagement, Marcil 2006. Takes a closer look at participation in school-based service among middle school and high school aged youth, paying particular attention to the relationship between different service-learning experiences and civic attitudes and outco mes. Yo11th Helping America Series. BuildingAdillt! Citizens: The Role of Social Institutions in Teen Vol11nteering To read or download our reports, visit www.nationalservice.gov. October 2006 "'~· ---t- - - ..,nn~ c ..-l ~ -- - � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50767 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/fe64e94724720b4adb1de505814af451.pdf 3f3524f57691744e3877ed27c583f541 PDF Text Text NATIONAL& COMMUNITY SERVICEtttt ��Volunteering in America: State Trends and Rankings Corporation for National and Community Service Office of Research and Policy Development Washington, DC June 2006 www. nationalservice.gov NATlboNAL& COMMUNITY SERVICEtttt �MESSAGE FROM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 5 INTRODUCTION 7 NATIONAL AND REGIONAL PROFILES 10 STATE RANKINGS OF VOLUNTEERING 22 STATE PROFILES 36 Profiles in alphabetical order for the 50 states and the District of Columbia TECHNICAL NOTE 4 Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings 140 NATIONAL& COMMUNITY SERVICEa::::t: �Message from Chief Executive Officer As the echoes of the September 11 attacks were ringing in our ears, President Bush issued his call to service in early 2002. Between then and the devastation of Hurricane Katrina four years later, Americans increased their volunteer activities in their communities significantly, from 59.8 million Americans volunteering in 2002 to 65.4 million in 2005. This upward trend in volunteering represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to tap into Americans' ingenuity, civic mindedness and generosity to build powerful new solutions to old problems in our communities. America needs more mentors saving our children and our country from generations of hopelessness, poverty and prison. We need more people caring for frail elderly, keeping them independent, healthy and out of institutions and despair. We need more college students reaching back into their communities to help other high school students succeed and follow them into college. In short, American communities need more volunteers-and we need them doing meaningful work that solves significant challenges. Although the Corporation is a Federal agency, we long ago realiz~d that the most in1portant work toward building momentum around service actually happens at the state and local levels. That is why we have a strong network of field offices supporting every state, and led by State Office Directors. That is why we fund a State Service Commission in every state and require its members to be appointed by that state's Governor. And, that is why we place such a high priority on supporting volunteer centers and other volunteer infrastructure and networks serving cities and states. NAT'io·NAL & COMMUNITY SERVICEa:c: Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings 5 �This report, Volunteering in America: State Trends and Rankings, represents an important milestone in building service and volunteering momentum at the state level. Using first-time-available data funded by the Corporation and collected by the Census Bureau, the report presents an overview of volunteering at the national, regional, and state level - and includes state rankings on important indicators such as volunteering rate and intensity, young adult and college student volunteering rates, and volunteering among seniors. For each state and the District of Columbia, the report contains a two-page state profile displaying information on the number of people volunteering, the volunteering rate, the number of hours volunteered, the primary organizations at which volunteers perform work, and the types C?f activities volunteers perform in each state. This is the first time that this level of detailed information on volunteering has been published for each state. Together with our partners, including volunteer and service-driven organizations across the country, we are committed to working toward a national goal of expanding the number of Americans who volunteer from 65.4 million to 75 million Americans by 2010. We hope this report will be a powerful tool to assist states and communities develop a strategy to increase the level of individual engagement in volunteer activities and build the infrastructure of nonprofits and communities to support more volunteer opportunities. David Eisner '·'1\T'iONAu~ 6 Volunteering in America : St ate Trends and Rankings COMMUNITY SERVICEa.::J: �Introduction The Corporation for National and Community Service (the Corporation), a federal agency established in 1993, strives to engage Americans of all ages and backgrounds in voluntary service opportunities to their communities and country. The Corporation is the nation's largest grant maker supporting national and community service programs and volunteerism. To support their efforts and provide a valuable resource tool for states, the Corporation and its contractor, RTI International, have produced a report on volunteering in the United States. The report presents data on volunteering and volunteers in an easily accessible format that will be useful to people-whether experienced researchers, policy makers, or just concerned citizens-interested in learning more about volunteering in the states. Data in the report were obtained from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) within the U.S. Department of Labor. At the request of USA Freedom Corps and through the support of the Corporation, the BLS, through the U.S. Census Bureau, has included a "volunteering" supplement in its Current Population Survey (CPS) since 2002. The CPS is a state-based survey administered to approximately 60,000 households nationwide to gather information on employment among the nation's civilian noninstitutionalized population, age 16 or older. CPS data also include demographic characteristics such as age, sex, race, marital status, and educational attainment. NAf'ioNAL&: COMMUNITY SERVICEaD: Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings 7 �ORGANIZATION OF THE REPORT This report is divided into four sections. The National and Regional Profiles provide a general overview of volunteering in the United States and the four U.S. Census regions. The State Rankings of Volunteering section con tains maps of the states color-coded into quintiles on the basis of selected volunteering indicators and for subpopulations of special interest. Each map is also accompanied with the volunteer rates or median hours for each state that served as the basis for the state rankings map. The State Profiles provide information on volunteering and volunteers for each of the 50 states and the District of Columbia. The profiles include data on the number of volunteers and the rate of volunteering during 2002 to 2005 and provide the volunteering rate by selected demographic characteristics, the number of hours volunteered annually, the main types of volunteering organizations identified, and the top volunteering activities reported. The final section contains a technical note with information on the data and methodology employed in the report. Detailed national, regional, and state-level tables for the 4-year period (2002 to 2005) are provided on the Internet at www.nationalservice.gov. These tables report the estimated number and rate of volunteers by selected characteristics, volunteers by annual hours of volunteer activities and selected characteristics, volunteers by type of main organization for which the volunteer activities were performed and selected characteristics, types of volunteer activities in that state for the main organization for which activities were performed and selected characteristics, and volunteers by how they became involved with the main organization for which volunteer activities were performed and selected characteristics. NATlONAUS;r 8 Volunteering in America : State Trends and Ranki ngs COMMUN ITY SERVI CEa:c::: �BRIEF HISTORY OF THE CPS SURVEYVOLUNTEER SUPPLEMENT TI1e Volunteering in the United States survey has collected annual, national-leveL and state-level data on the prevalence of volunteering and the characteristics of volunteers since 2002. The September CPS Volunteer Supplement is conducted annually through a partnership between the Corporation, USA Freedom Corps, and United States Census and the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) at the U.S. Department of Labor. The Volunteer Supplement provides information on the total number of individuals in the United States involved in unpaid volunteer activities, measures of the frequency or intensity with which individuals volunteer, types of organizations that facilitate volunteerism, activities in which volunteers participate, and reasons why former volunteers no longer do volunteer work. The Corporation plans to continue to fund the survey to gather important information on volunteering trends in the United States. NATIONAL& COMMUNITY SERV ICEa::rl: Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings 9 �National an Regiona r ifiles OVERVIEW The national and regional profiles that follow provide readers an opportunity to examine volunteering at both the national level and the U.S. Census regional level. In these profiles of the Nation, Midwest, Northeast, South, and West, we present a number of key findings on volunteering in the nation and individual regions, including the numbers of volunteers and the volunteering rates for each of the past 4 years. In addition, we present, for 2005, volunteer rates according to demographic characteristics, the distribution of hours volunteered, the types of main organizations at which volunteer activities were performed, and the most common activities performed by volunteers. These data are presented through a series of graphics, a table, and bulleted findings. The first figure- Volunteering in (Nation/Region)-is a vertical bar chart that shows the estimated number of volunteers for each of the 4 years from 2002 to 2005. Population growth should be considered when contemplating trends in the number of volunteers. It is worth noting, as a word of caution, that simple comparisons of numbers of volunteers between regions and years can be misleading because of population differences and adjustments made to sample weights each year. Please see the BLS section of the Technical Note for more information. Additionally, because of the variability of the estimates, caution should be used when interpreting trends and comparing differences NAf'loNAL& 10 Volunteering in America : Sta te Trends and Ran kin gs COMMUNITY SERVICEc::G'J: �between the years because the trend or comparison may not be statistically significant. The second figure-(Nation/Region) Volunteering Rate-also a vertical bar chart, shows the estimated rate of volunteers per 100 noninstitutionalized civilians 16 years of age or older. This rate represents the percentage of the population volunteering and is the most stable basis for year-to-year comparisons. Similar to the first figure, caution should be used when interpreting trends and comparing differences between the yearly estimated rates because the trend or comparison may not be statistically significant. The table- (Nation/Region) Volunteering Rates and Annual Hours per Typical Volunteer, 2005-provides the rates of volunteering across select sociodemographic characteristics for the 2005 time period. The annual hours is the median or mid-point number of hours among persons who volunteered in 2005. Persons who did not report volunteering or provide their intensity of volunteering (in hours) are not counted. The third figure-How Much Time Do People in (Nation/Region) Spend Volunteering?-shows in a horizontal bar graph the intensity of volunteering through the distribution of annual hours per volunteer in 2005. We also provide the median number of hours volunteered annually in the accompanying text bullets for each region . The fourth figure- Where Do People in (Nation/Region) Volunteer?illustrates in a pie chart the distribution of volunteers according to the types of main organizations through which volunteers donated their time in 2005. The main organization is the organization for which the volunteer worked the most hours during the year. The final figure-What Activities Do (Nation/Region) Volunteers Perform?-shows in a horizontal bar graph the distribution of volunteers according to the top six volunteering activities reported in 2005. Individuals could have chosen more than one type of volunteering activity, so these percentages do not total to 100 percent. NAT'IONAL& COMMUNITY SERV ICEI'.'I'.:D: Volunteering in America: State Trends and Rankings 11 �• United States VOLUNTEERS IN THE U.S. 70 TRENDS AND HIGHLIGHTS 65 • Slightly more than 65 million people volunteered in the U.S. during 2005. From 2002 to 2005, the number of volunteers increased by about 5.6 million persons. c a -E 60 :§. 55 • . While the number of volunteers has increased each year, the volunteering rate, after increasing from 2002 to 2003, has remained at a constant rate of 28.8% from 2003 to 2005. 50 1001 1004 1003 1005 • In 2005, women volunteered at a higher rate than men and married persons had a higher volunteering rate than nonmarried persons.This trend was true in every region and state. U.S. VOLUNTEERING RATE 30% 28.8% 19% 28.8% • In 2005, persons 35 to 44 years old were the most likely age group to volunteer (34.5%). This is consistent with the trend observed in most cases among regions and states. 28.8% 18% 27% Formore information, including detailed nationallevel volunteeringtables for 2002- 2005, go to www.nationalservice.gov 16% 15% 1001 1004 2003 1005 U.S. VOLUNTEERING RATES AND ANNUAL HOURS PER TYPICAL VOLUNTEER, 2005 BY GENDER Hours Rate Hours Rate 30.4% 16 to 24 years: 36 24.4% Non-White: so so 22.0% 25 to 34 years: 36 25.3% Black: 52 22.1% 35 to44 years: 48 34.5% Asian: 40 20.7% 45 to 54 years: 50 32.7% Other: 50 23.7% 55 to64 years: 56 30.2% Hispanic 40 15.4% 65 years and over: 96 24.8% Hours Rate Male: 52 25.0% White: Female: so 32.4% NATIONAL& 12 Volunteering in Amer ica : State Trends a nd Ran ki ng s COMMU N ITY SERVl CEr::c:;: �HOW MUCH TIME DO PEOPLE IN THE U.S. SPEND VOLUNTEERING?* lto 14hours 1Sto 49 hours • In 2005, volunteers in the U.S. spent a median of 50 houl'i on volunteer activities. S0 to 99 hours • The largest group of volunteers reported contributing between 100 and 499 hours (27 .8%), followed closely by those who donated between 15 and 49 hours (25.0%). 100 to 499 hours SOD or more hours 0% 5% 15% 10% 10% 15% 30% 35% WHERE DO PEOPLE IN THE U.S. VOLUNTEER?* Crvic, political, professional, or international Educational or youth service 26.2% Environmental or animal care 1.8% Hospital or other health Public safety 1.3% 7.7% 6.4% • The greatest percentage of volunteers in the U.S. volunteered primarily through religious organizations (34.8%). • Over a quarter of volunteel'i donated time to educational or youth service organizations and approximately 13.4% of volunteers donated time to social or community service organizations. Not reporting type of organization Other 3.5% 1.7% Sport, hobby, culturill, or ;uts 3.3% Sociill or COf!lrnunity service 13.4% Religious 34.8% WHAT ACTIVITIES DO U.S. VOLUNTEERS PERFORM?* Coach, referee, tutor, teach or mentor • Over one-third of volunteers reported coaching, refereeing, tutoring, teaching, or mentoring. Fundraise or sell items to raise money Collect, prepare, distribute or serve food • Fundraising or selling items to raise money was the second most popular volunteer activity, performed by nearly 30% of volunteers. Engage in general labor; supply transportation for people Provide professional or management assistance induding serving on il board or committee • The third most common activity performed was collecting, preparing, distributing, or Collect, make, or distribute dothing, crafts, or goods other than food serving food (26.3%). 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% *Percents are based on 2005 data. NAT'i'ONAL& COMMUNITY SERVICEr:D.I: Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings 13 �VOLUNTEERS IN THE MIDWEST 15 10 16.7 16.1 c: 16.7 TRENDS AND HIGHLIGHTS 16.9 15 ~ • The number of volunteers in the Midwest increased slightly over the four-year period and peaked at 16.9 million in 2005. -E c: 10 5 1002 1003 1004 • The volunteering rate increased from 2002 to 2003 and then held constant at approximately 33% for 2003 to 2005, which was consistent with the national trend. 1005 • In 2005, a quarter of Asians volunteered in the Midwest compared with 20.7% in the nation. MIDWEST VOLUNTEERING RATE 35% 34% 33.2% 33.2% • In 2005, approximately 41% of persons aged 35 to 44 years volunteered in the Midwest. This age group had the highest rate of volunteering in the nation for 2005. 33.3% 33% 31% 31 % 30% 19% For more information, including detailed regionallevel volunteering tables for 2002-2005, go to 18% www.nationalservice.gov 17% 16% 15% 1001 2003 2004 2005 MIDWEST VOLUNTEERING RATES AND ANNUAL HOURS PER TYPICAL VOLUNTEER, 2005 BY GENDER I BY RACE/ETHNICITY Hours Rate Male: 48 29.4% White: 45 34.7% Female: 44 37.1 o/o Non-White: 48 24.3% Black: so 23.3% Asian: 30 Other: 52 Hours Hispanic 26 BY AGE Rate Hours Rate 16 to 24 years: 36 28.3% 25 to 34 years: 30 27.6% 35 to 44 years: 44 40.7% 25.4% 45 to 54 years: 48 37.8% 28.8% 55 to 64 years: 52 36.1% 15 65 years and over: 72 28.7% NATIONAL&" 14 Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings COMMUNITY SE RV IC El':l'l'.l: �HOW MUCH TIME DO PEOPLE IN THE MIDWEST SPEND VOLUNTEERING?* lto 14 hours • In 2005, volunteers in the Midwest spent a median of 45 hours on volunteer activities. This was lower than the national median of 50 hours in 2005. 15 to 49 hours 50 to 99 hours • Approximately 27.3% of volunteers donated 100 to 499 hours in 2005, which was similar to the nation. 100 to 499 hours • Over a quarter of volunteers donated 15 to 49 hours. 500 or more hours 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% WHERE DO PEOPLE IN THE MIDWEST VOLUNTEER?* Civi<, politi<al, profession;il, or international 6 . .4% • Over one-third of volunteers in the Midwest served primarilythrough religious organizations, and over a quarter of volunteers served through educational or youth service organizations. Eduational or youth servi<e Environmental or animal <are Hospital or other health Publi< safety 26.3% 1.9% 7.3% 0.9% Sport, hobby, <Uitural, or arts Social or <ommunity servi<e Religious 3.4% 14.4% • Approximately 14.4%of volunteers donated time to social or community service organizations. • The top three organizations for the Midwest were also the three most popular organizations nationally. Not reportin!J type of organization Other 3.2% 1.6% 34.7% WHAT ACTIVITIES DO MIDWEST VOLUNTEERS PERFORM?* CN<h, referee, tutor, team or mentor • One-third of volunteers in the Midwest coached, refereed, tutored, taught, or mentored. Just under one-third engaged in fundraising or selling items to raise money. Fundraise or sell items to raise money Collect, prepare, distribute or serve food • Alarger percentage of volunteers collected, prepared, distributed, or served food (28.5%) and engaged in general labor or supplied transportation for people (24.7%) compared with the nation (26.3% and 22.5%, respectively). Engage in general labor; supply transportation for people Provide professional or management assistan<e induding serving on a board or <ommittee Collect, make, or distribute dothing, <rafts, or goods other than food 0% 10% 10% 30% 40% *Percents are based on 2005 data. NAT'io.NAL& COM MUNITY SERVICEr::a:t: Volun teeri ng in America : State Trends and Rankings 15 �S ate ank ·ngs Volunteering This section consists of six maps of the United States. Each map presents a single volunteering measure in different shades of the same color. The shades correspond to each state's rank on the particular volunteering measure reported, the darker the shade, the higher the state's ranking. On the opposite page of each map, we also present a table displaying each state along with its rate and ranking for the corresponding volunteering measure. States are listed in order of the highest rate to the lowest rate in each of these tables. In order to increase the reliability of the estimates and ensure more accurate comparisons across states for each of these measures, we used a combined 3 year data file (2003 to 2005). While using 3 years of data increases the reliability of the estimates, caution should still be used when interpreting state rankings as differences between some rankings may not be statistically significant. The six maps are: 1. Volunteering Rates by State. This map provides an overview of the volunteering rates across the states from 2003 to 2005. 2. Volunteering Intensity by State. This map provides an overview of median hours volunteered annually across the states from 2003 to 2005. Half of the volunteers in a state contribute more than the me dian, and half contribute less. 3. Senior Volunteering Rates by State. This map provides an overview of the volunteering rates among persons aged 65 years or older across the states from 2003 to 2005. NATIONAL& 22 Volunteering in America: State Trends and Rankings COMMUNITY SERVlCEtm: �4. Baby Boomer Volunteering Rates by State. This map provides an overview of the volunteering rates among Baby Boomers, those born between 1946 and 1964, across the states from 2003 to 2005. 5. "Young Adult Volunteering Rates by State. This map provides an overview of the volunteering rates among persons aged 16 to 24 years across the states from 2003 to 2005. 6. College Student Volunteering Rates by State. This map provides an overview of the volunteering rates among college students across the states from 2003 to 2005. Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings 23 �VOLUNTEERING RA T ES BY STATE * This map illustrates differences benveen the states in their rates of volunteering for 2003 to 2005. Over 63 million people aged 16 years or older performed volunteer work per year, for a national volunteer rate of 28.8% over the 3 year period. During this same period, the state volunteering rates ranged from 18.8% to 48.0%. - Rate= More than 37% - Rate= 32%-37% Rate= 30%-31 % Rate= 27%-29% D Rate= Less than 27% *Ran kings are based on 3-year rate for 2003-2005. TOP STATES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Utah Nebraska Minnesota Io wa Alaska 6. Wyoming 6. South Dakota 8. Kansas 9. Verm ont 10. Montana Far more information, including detailed state-/eve/ volunteering tobfel far 2002- 2005, go to www.nationalservice.gov NATIONAL& 24 Volunteering in America : State Trends and Ran ki ngs COMMUN ITY SERVI CEr:r.:c:: �STATE RANKINGS: VOLUNTEERING RATE* This table displays a state by state comparison of volunteering rates for 2003 to 2005. States are listed in order of the highest volunteering rate to the lowest volunteering rate. As exhibited, states varied greatly in their reported volunteering rates over this 3 year period, ranging from a high of 48% to a low of 18.8%. Rank State Rate Utah 48.0% 2 Nebraska 42.8% 3 Minnesota 40.7% 1 State Rate Michigan 32.1% Rank 35 South Carolina 28.0% 19 New Hampshire 32.0% 36 Massachusetts 27.0% 20 Missouri 31 .9% 37 Delaware 26.7% New Jersey 26.5% 18 4 Iowa 39.2% 21 Connecticut 30.8% 38 5 Alaska 38.9% 21 Pennsylvania 30.8% 39 Mississippi 26.4% 6 Wyoming 38.8% 21 District of Columbia 30.8% 40 California 26.1% 6 South Dakota 38.8% 24 Ohio 30.7% 41 Georgia 25.9% 8 Kansas 38.6% 25 Maryland 30.3% 41 Tennessee 25.9% 9 Vermont 38.1% 26 Oklahoma 30.0% 43 Arkansas 25.6% 10 Montana 37.9% 27 Kentucky 29.8% 44 Hawaii 25.4% 28 Illinois 29.7% 45 Rhode Island 24.9% 24.9% 24.6% 11 Wisconsin 37.0% 12 Washington 36.8% 29 Indiana 295% 45 Arizona 13 North Dakota 365% 30 North Carolina 29.1% 47 West Virginia 14 Idaho 35.5% 31 Virginia 29.0% 48 Florida 24.1% 15 Oregon 33.6% 32 Alabama 28.9% 49 Louisiana 22.7% 16 Maine 33.2% 33 New Mexico 28.5% 50 New York 21.3% 17 Colorado 32.8% 34 Texas 28.3% 51 Nevada 18.8% *Ran kings are based on 3-year rate for 2003- 2005. NXT'ro·NAL& COMMUNITY SERVICEtt::r.I: Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings 25 �VOLUNTEERING INTENSITY BY STATE* This map illustrates differences between the states in their median annual hours volunteered for 2003 to 2005. Over 63 million persons aged 16 years or older performed volunteer work per year over the 3 year period, with a median annual number of hours volunteered of 51. During this same period, the state median volunteering hours ranged from 36 to 96. - Median hours= More than 52 - Median hours= 51 -52 Median hours = 49- 50 Med ian hours= 47-48 D Median hours = Less than 47 *Ran kings are based on 3-year median for 2003-2005. TOP STATES 1. 2. 3. 3. 3. Utah Idaho Arizona Maryland Montana 6. California 6. Nevada 6. Oregon 9. Florida 9. Virginia For more information, induding detailed state-/eve/ volunteering tables for 2002-2005, go ta www.nationalservice.gov NAT'JONAL& 26 Volunteering in America : State Trend s and Rankings COMMUN ITY SERV ICEr::c:t: �STATE RANKINGS: VOLUNTEER INTENSITY* This table displays a state by state comparison of annual median hours spent on volunteer activities per volunteer for 2003 to 2005. States are listed in order of the highest median hours per volunteer to the lowest median hours per volunteer. Hours reported varied greatly across the states over this 3 year period, ranging from 36 hours to 96 hours. Rank State Hours Rank 96 11 Hours Rank State Hours Mississippi 52 35 Georgia 49 New Mexico 52 36 Illinois 48 North Carolina 52 36 Kansas 48 State 1 Utah 2 Idaho 64 11 3 Arizona 60 11 3 Maryland 60 11 Oklahoma 52 36 Kentucky 48 3 Montana 60 11 South Carolina 52 36 Massachusetts 48 6 California 56 11 Tennessee 52 36 New Hamps~ire 48 6 Nevada 56 11 Texas 52 36 Ohio 48 6 Oregon 56 11 Washington 52 36 Pennsylvania 48 9 Florida 54 11 West Virginia 52 36 Rhode Island 48 9 Virginia 54 27 Colorado 50 44 Maine 46 11 Alabama 52 27 Delaware 50 45 Michigan 45 11 Alaska 52 27 Indiana 50 45 Minnesota 45 11 Arkansas 52 27 Missouri 50 47 Nebraska 44 11 Connecticut 52 27 New Jersey 50 48 Iowa 43 11 District of Columbia 52 27 New York 50 49 South Dakota 40 11 Hawaii 27 27 50 49 Wisconsin 40 Louisiana 52 52 Vermont 11 Wyoming 50 51 North Dakota 36 *Ran kings are based on 3-year median for 2003-2005. NAfl'oNAuS;z: COMMUNITY 5ERV I CEr:l:l'.'t: Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings 27 �SENIOR VOLUNTEERING RATES BY STATE* This map illustrates differences between the states in their rates of volunteering among seniors for 2003 to 2005. Over 8 million people aged 65 years or older performed volunteer work per year over the 3 year period, for a national senior volunteering rate of 24.4%. During this same period, the state senior volunteering rates ranged from 13.7% to 51.8%. - Rate = More than 31% - Rate = 2 7%-31 o/o Rate= 25%- 26% Rate= 23%-24% D Rate= Less than 23% •Rankings are based on 3-year rate for 2003-2005. TOP STATES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Utah Minnesota Nebraska South Dakota North Dakota 6. Iowa 7. Kansas 8. Washington 9. Oregon 10. Vermont For more information, including detailed state-/eve/ volunteering tables for 2002-2005, go to www.nationalservice.gov NATIONAL& 28 Volunteering in America : Stat e Trends and Rankings COMMUNITY SERY IC Er.:r.:c::: �STATE RANKINGS: SENIOR VOLUNTEERING RATE* This table displays a state by state comparison of volunteering rates among persons 65 years or older for 2003 to 2005. States are listed in order of the highest senior volunteering rate to the lowest senior volunteering rate. As exhibited, volunteering rates among seniors varied widely across the states over this 3 year period, ranging from a high of 51.8% to a low of 13.7%. Rank State Rate Rank State Rate Rank State Rate 1 Utah 51 .8% 18 Maryland 27.0% 35 Michigan 23.4% 2 Minnesota 42.2% 19 Delaware 26.7% 35 Pennsylvania 23.4% 3 Nebraska 40.6% 20 Missouri 26.4% 37 New Mexico 23.0% 4 South Dakota 38.0% 21 Indiana 25.8% 38 Kentucky 22.7% 5 North Dakota 35.7% 21 Maine 25.8% 38 Florida 22.7% 6 Iowa 35.5% 23 Arizona 25.7% 40 West Virginia 22.5% 7 Kansas 34.9% 24 Ohio 25.6% 41 California 21.5% 8 Washington 32.8% 25 Connecticut 25.5% 42 Arkansas 21.1% 9 Oregon 32.0% 26 Illinois 25.4% 43 New Jersey 21.0% 10 Vermont 31.8% 27 New Hampshire 25.2% 44 Massachusetts 20.9% 11 Wisconsin 31.4% 28 Oklahoma 25.0% 45 Alabama 20.1% 12 Montana 31.2% 29 Mississippi 24.6% 46 Louisiana 18.6% 13 Alaska 31.0% 30 Texas 23.7% 46 Tennessee 18.6% 14 Idaho 29.9% 30 North Carolina 23.7% 46 Rhode Island 18.6% 15 Wyoming 29.1% 32 South Carolina 23.6% 49 Hawaii 17.6% 16 Virginia 28.4% 32 Georgia 23.6% 50 New York 17.4% 17 Colorado 27.9% 34 District of Columbia 23.5% 51 Nevada 13.7% *Rankings are based on 3-year rate for 2003- 2005. NATI.Oi'ML& COMMUNITY SERV ICEr.:.D'.I: Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings 29 �BABY BOOMER VOLUNTEERING RATES BY STATE* This map illustrates differences between the states in their rates of volunteering among baby boomers for 2003 to 2005. Over 25 million people born between 1946 and 1964 performed volunteer work per year over the 3 year period, for a national Baby Boomer volunteering rate of 33.3%. During this same period, the state Baby Boomer volunteering rates ranged from 21.9% to 50.7%. - Rate= More than 42% - Rate = 36%-42% Rate = 33%-34% Rate= 29%-32% D Rate= Less than 29% *Ran kings are based on 3-year rate for 2003- 2005. TOP STATES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Utah Nebraska South Dakota Minnesota Iowa 5. Wyoming 7. 8. 9. 10. Vermont Kansas North Dakota Montana 10. Alaska 12. Wisconsin For more information, including detailed state-/eve/ volunteering tables for 2002-2005, go to www.nationalservice.gov NATI'oNAL& 30 Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings COMMUNITY SERVICEa:::J: �STATE RANKINGS: BABY BOOMER VOLUN T EERING RATE* This table displays a state by state comparison of volunteering rates among Baby Boomers, those born between 1946 and 1964, for 2003 to 2005. States are listed in order of the highest Baby Boomer volunteering rate to the lowest Baby Boomer volun teering rate. Volunteerin g rates among Baby Boomers varied greatly across the states over this 3 year period, ranging from a high of 50.7% to a low of2 1.9%. Rank State Rate Rank State Rate 1 Utah 50.7% 18 Pennsylvania 37.0% 35 Virginia 32.5% 2 Nebraska 48.2% 18 New Hampshire 37.0% 36 New Mexico 31.7% 3 South Dakota 46.9% 20 Illinois 36.5% 37 California 30.5% 4 Minnesota 46.1% 21 Oregon 36.2% 38 Rhode Island 30.1% 5 Iowa 45.1 % 22 Maryland 35.9% 39 Arkansas 30.0% 5 Wyoming 45.1% 23 Connecticut 35.8% 40 Hawaii 29.9% 7 Vermont 45.0% 24 Missouri 35.6% 41 South Carolina 29.6% 8 Kansas 44.6% 25 Oklahoma 343% 42 Delaware 29.1% 9 North Dakota 43.2% 26 Massachusetts 34.0% 43 Tennessee 28.7% Montana 43.1% 27 District of Columbia 33.8% 44 Arizona 28.2% 27.9% 27.8% 10 10 Alaska 43.1% 28 Ohio 33.6% 45 Mississippi 12 Wisconsin 42.8% 29 Kentucky 333% 46 Georgia 13 Washington. 42.0% 30 New Jersey 33.1% 47 Florida 27.4% 14 Colorado 38.7% 31 Texas 33.0% 48 West Virginia 25.9% 15 Maine 38.4% 32 Indiana 32.9% 49 Louisiana 25.7% 15 Michigan 38.4% 33 Alabama 32.7% 50 New York 25.3% 17 Idaho 37.8% 33 North Carolina 32.7% 51 Nevada 21 .9% *Rankings are based on 3-year rate for 2003- 2005. NAr'i'o.NAL& COMMUNITY SERVICEr:r::;::;: Volunt ee r i ng in Americ a: St ate Tr ends an d Rank ings 31 �YOUNG ADULT VOLUNTEERING RATES BY STATE* This map illustrates differences between the states in their rates of volunteering among young adults for 2003 to 2005. Over 8 million people aged 16 years old to 24 years old performed volunteer work per year over the 3 year period, for a national young adult volunteering rate of 24.2%. During this same period, the state young adult volunteering rates ranged from 15.8% to 45.4%. - Rate= More than 30% - Rate= 28%-30% Rate= 24%- 27% Rate= 22%- 23% CJ Rate= Less than 22% *Ran kings are based on 3-year rate for 2003-2005. TOP STATES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Utah 6. Wisconsin Wyoming Washington Vermont Minnesota 7. Nebraska 8. Idaho 9. Alaska For more information, including detailed state-/eve/ volunteering tables for 2002- 2005, go to www.nationalservice.gov NATIONAL& 32 Volunteering in Amer ica : State Trends and Rankings COMMUNITY SERVICEr::G'J: �STATE RANKINGS: YOUNG ADULT VOLUNTEERING RATE* This tables displays a state by state comparison of volunteering rates among young adults, those aged 16 to 24 years old, for 2003 to 2005. States are listed in order of the highest young adult volunteering rate to the lowest young adult volunteering rate. As exhibited, volunteering rates among young adults varied greatly across the states, ranging from a high of 45.4% to a low of 15.8%. Rank State Rate 1 Utah 45.4% 2 Wyoming Rank State Rate 35 Texas 22.7% 27.6% 36 West Virginia 22.6% State Rate 18 New Hampshire 27.7% 37.2% 19 Colorado Rank 3 Washington 35.7% 20 North Dakota 27.1% 37 New Jersey 224% 4 Vermont 33.3% 21 Indiana 26.9% 38 California 220% 5 Minnesota 33.1% 21 Ohio 26.9% 39 Georgia 21 .9% 6 Wisconsin 32.2% 23 Maine 26.4% 40 New Mexico 21.8% 7 Nebraska 32.0% 24 Pennsylvania 26.2% 41 Arkansas 21.7% 21.5% 20.3% 8 Idaho 30.9% 25 Oklahoma 26.0% 42 Virginia 9 Alaska 30.7% 26 Maryland 25.9% 43 Florida 10 Connecticut 30.5% 27 District of Columbia 25.2% 44 Tennessee 20.2% 11 Iowa 29.8% 28 Kentucky 24.7% 45 Rhode Island 19.7% 12 Kansas 29.7% 29 South Carolina 24.0% 46 Delaware 19.5% 13 Montana 29.5% 30 Alabama 23.9% 47 Massachusetts 19.4% 14 South Dakota 28.7% 31 Mississippi 23.7% 48 New York 19.2% 15 Michigan 28.4% 32 Hawaii 23.5% 49 Arizona 19.1% 16 Oregon 28.0% 33 Illinois 23.4% 50 Louisiana 17.9% 17 Missouri 27.8% 34 North Carolina 23.1% 51 Nevada 15.8% *Rankings are based on 3-year rate for 2003- 2005. NAT'i'o'NAL& COMMUNITY SERVICE~ Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings 33 �COLLEGE STUDENT VOLUNTEERING RATES BY STATE* This map illustrates differences between the states in their rates of volunteering among college students for 2003 to 2005. Over 3 million people attending college performed volunteer work per year over the 3 year period, for a college student volunteering rate of 30.5%. During this same period, the state college volunteering rates ranged from 21.4% to 62.9%. - Rate= More than 37% - Rate=33%-37% Rate= 31 %-32% Rate = 27%-30% D Rate= Less than 27% ~Ran kings are based on 3-year rate for 2003- 2005. TOP STATES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Utah Idaho Oklahoma Vermont Nebraska 6. Wyoming 7. Alaska 8. Minnesota 9. Missouri 10. Colorado 11 . Washington For more information, including detailed state-/eve/ volunteering tables for2002-2005, go to www.nationalservice.gov NATlONAL& 34 Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings COMMUNITY SERVICEr:r.:T: �STATE RANKINGS: COLLEGE STUDENT VOLUNTEERING RATE* This table displays a state by state comparison of volunteering rates among college students for 2003 to 2005. States are listed in order of the highest college student volunteering rate to the lowest college student volunteering rate. Volunteering rates among college students varied greatly across the states over this 3 year period, ranging from a high of 62.9% to a low of 21.4%. Rank State Rate Rank 1 Utah 62.9% 18 2 Idaho 44.4% 19 North Dakota 3 Oklahoma 43.0% 20 Mississippi State Rate Rank State Rate Ohio 34.4% 35 Hawaii 29.6% 33.7% 36 Te){as 29.2% 33.1% 37 North Carolina 28.8% 4 Vermont 41 .5% 21 New Hampshire 32.0% 38 California 28.5% 5 Nebraska 41.5% 22 Arkansas 31.7% 39 South Carolina 28.3% 6 Wyoming 40.3% 23 Connecticut 31 .5% 40 Louisiana 27.8% 7 Alaska 40.1% 23 Kansas 31.5% 41 West Virginia 27.4% 8 Minnesota 39.9% 25 Maine 31.4% 42 Delaware 26.4% 9 Missouri 38.9% 26 New Mexico 31.3% 43 Florida 25.9% 10 Colorado 383% 27 Illinois 31 .2% 44 Rhode Island 25.8% 11 Washington 37.6% 28 Oregon 31 .1% 45 New Jersey 25.0% 12 Michigan 37.4% 28 Iowa 31 .1% 46 Virginia 24.6% 13 Indiana 37.3% 30 District of Columbia 31 .0% 47 Massachusetts 24.0% 14 Wisconsin 36.2% 30 South Dakota 31.0% 47 Tennessee 24.0% 15 Pennsylvania 35.1% 32 Arizona 30.8% 49 Nevada 23.6% 16 Alabama 34.8% 33 Kentucky 30.4% so New York 23.4% 17 Montana 34.6% 34 Maryland 30.2% 51 Georgia 21.4% *Ran kings are based on 3-year rate for 2003- 2005. NAT·i·o·NAL& COMMUNITY SERV ICEI'X'C': Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings 35 �ta e Profiles OVERVIEW The state profiles that follow provide readers an opportunity to examine volunteering at the state level. In these profiles, we present a number of key findings on volunteering in the individual states, including the numbers of volunteers and the volunteering rates for each of the past 4 years. In addition, we present, for the most recent 3-year period, volunteer rates according to demographic characteristics, the distribution of hours volunteered, the types of main organizations at which volunteer activities were performed, and the most common activities performed by volunteers in the state. These data are presented through a series of graphics, a table, and bulleted findings. The first figure- Volunteering in (State)-is a vertical bar chart that shows the estimated number of volunteers for each of the 4 years from 2002 to 2005. Population growth, particularly for states that have experienced higher population growth relative to the national growth rate during the 4-year period, should be considered when contemplating trends in a state in the counts of volunteers. It is worth noting, as a word of caution, that simple comparisons of numbers of volunteers between states can be misleading because of population differences and adjustments made to sample weights each year. Please see the BLS section of the Technical Note for more information. Additionally, because of the variability of the estimates, caution should be used when interpreting trends and comparing differences between the years because the trend or comparison may not be statistically significant. NATIONAL& 36 Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings COMMUNITY SERVICEa.Tl: �·The second figure-(State) Volunteering Rate-also a vertical bar chart, shows the estimated rate of volunteers per 100 noninstitutionalized civilians 16 years of age or older. This rate represents the percentage of the population volunreering and is the most stable basis for year-to-year and state-to-state comparisons. Similar to the first figure, caution should be used when interpreting trends and comparing differences between the yearly estimated rates because the trend or comparison may not be statistically significant. The table-(State) Volunteering Rates and Annual Hours per Typical Volunteer, 2003-2005-provides the rates of volunteering and annual hours volunteered across select sociodemographic characteristics for the 2003 to 2005 time period. The annual hours is the median or mid-point number of hours among persons who volunteered in a given year during 2003-2005. Persons who did not report volunteering or provide their intensity of volunteering (in hours) are not counted. For this table and the remaining three figures, we pooled the three most recent years of data to increase our sample sizes and the reliability of findings over what would be possible reporting one year alone. However, estimates of Non-White volunteer rates were not reported for states whose populations of these minorities were very small. The third figure-How Much Time Do People in (State) Spend Volunteering?-shows in a horizontal bar graph the intensity of volunteering through the distribution of annual hours per volunteer during 2003 to 2005. We also provide the median number of hours volunteered annually in the accompanying text bullets for each state. The fourth figure-Where Do People in (State) Volunteer?-illustrates in a pie chart the distribution of volunteers according to the types of main organizations through which volunteers donated their time during 2003 to 2005. The main organization is the organization for which the volunteer worked the most hours during the year. The final figure-What Activities Do (State) Volunteers Perform?shows in a horizontal bar graph the distribution of volunteers according to the top six volunteering activities reported during 2003 to 2005. Individuals could have chosen more than one type of volunteering activity, so these percentages do not total to 100 percent. NATIONAL& COMMUNITY SERVICEI'.Dl: Volunteering in America : State Trends and Rankings 37 �VOLUNTEERS IN MICHIGAN 3.0 2.5 2.55 2.45 2.55 TRENDS AND HIGHLIGHTS 2.0 • The number of volunteers remained relatively constant over the 4-year period with a slight increase from 2003 to 2004. ~ 1.5 E ,§_ 1.0 • Michigan was eighth in the nation for ·number of volunteers for all 4 years. 0.5 • The volunteering rate trend was consistent with the trend in the number of volunteers with slight fluctuations over the 4-year period. 0.0 2002 2003 2004 2005 • The rate of volunteering for 1003 to 2005 in Michigan (32.1%) was slightly lower than the 3-year rate for the Midwest overall (33.2%) and higher than the 3-year rate for the nation (28.8%). MICHIGAN VOLUNTEERING RATE 35% 34% 32.8% 33% 32.7% • Two out of five persons aged 35 to 44 years in Michigan volunteered. This was the age group with the highest rate of volunteering in the state. 32% 31% 30% 29% For more information, induding detailed statelevel volunteering tables for 2002-2005, go to www.nationalservice.gov 28% 27% 26% 25% 2002 2003 2004 2005 MICHIGAN VOLUNTEERING RATES AND ANNUAL HOURS PER TYPICAL VOLUNTEER, 2003-2005 BY GENDER Hours Male: BY AGE I Rate 48 45 33.9% 16 to 24 years: Hours Rate 32 28.4% 40 23.5% 25 to 34 years: 25 28.2% Black: 52 22.0% 35 to 44 years: 48 40.6% Asian: 18 25 .8% 45 to 54 years: 45 37.0% 40 26.2% Other: 35 31.7% 55 to 64 years: 60 33.4% 45 32.1 o/o Hispanic 25 18.1% 65 years and over: 72 23.4% NATlONAL& 82 Volunteer ing in America : State Trends and Rankings COMMU N ITY SERVlCEa:c: �HOW MUCH TIME DO PEOPLE IN MICHIGAN SPEND VOLUNTEERING?* 1to 14 hours • From 2003 to 2005, volunteers in Michigan spent a median of 45 hours annually on volunteer activities. This was lower than both the annual median hours for the Midwest (48 hours) and the nation (51 hours). 15 to 49 hours 50 to 99 hours 100 to 499 hours • The same percentage of volunteers donated 15 to 49 hours and 100 to 499 hours annually (27.3%). 500 or more hours 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% WHERE DO PEOPLE IN MICHIGAN VOLUNTEER?* • Educational or youth service organizations and religious organizations each accounted for approximately 31% of volunteers. • In the Midwes1, Michigan had the highes1 percentage of volunteers donate their time to educational or youth service organizations (31.5%). • The top three types of organizations in Michigan-educational or youth service, religious, and social or community service-matched the three mos1 popular types of organizations in the Midwes1 and nationally. Civic, political, professional, or intemiltionill 5.6% Not reporting type of organiution 2.0% Educational or youth service 31.5% Other 3.9o/o Hospital or other health 7.5% Public safety 0.6% Social or community service 12.4% Religious 31.2o/o Environmental or animal care 1.9% Sport, hobby, cultural, or arts 3.3% WHAT ACTIVITIES DO MICHIGAN VOLUNTEERS PERFORM?* Coach, referee, tutor, teach or mentor • Asimilar percentage of volunteers coached, refereed, tutored, taught, or mentored; participated in fundraising or sold items to raise money; and engaged in general labor or supplied transportation for people (31 .2%, 30.9%, and 30.8%, respectively). Fundraise or sell items to raise money Engage in general labor; supply transportation for people Collect, prepare, distribute or serve food • Michigan had the highest percentage of volunteers donate time to coaching, refereeing, tutoring, teaching, or mentorihg in the Midwest. Provide professional or management assistance induding serving on a board or committee Be an usher, greeter, or minister 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% •Percents are based on 3 years of data, 2003- 2005. NAr'fo"NAL& COMMUNITY SERVICEr:c:t: Volunteering in America : State Trends and Ranking s 83 �• United States 2005 KEY VOLUNTEER STATISTICS NATIONAL NUMBER OF VOLUNTEERS I NATIONAL VOLUNTEER RATE 65.4 million I 28.8% 1!1~1~!1f4!:[,111$fi•)!l!~ii33S3•1~33i3M•1:-'"""'5=-=0....:.h=-=o.=.:urc.:::.s_ _ __ _ __ TOP VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES Mentor, tutor, coach or referee Fundraise or sell items to raise money Collect, prepare, distribute, or serve food __J 35.0% 29.7% 26.3% CHANGE IN VOLUNTEER NUMBERS (2002-2005): Increase of 5.6 million (59.8 million to 65.4 million) CHANGE IN VOLUNTEER RATE (2002-2005): Increase of 1.4% (from 27.4% to 28.8% but the rate has been constant for the last two years after a 1.4% increase between 2002 and 2003) TOP 10 STATES FOR VOLUNTEER RATE 1. UTAH 2. NEBRASKA 3. MINNESOTA 4.10WA 5. ALASKA 6. WYOMING 6. SOUTH DAKOTA 8. KANSAS 9. VERMONT 10. MONTANA TOP 5 STATES FOR ANNUAL HOURS VOLUNTEERED PER PERSON 1. UTAH 2.1DAHO 3. ARIZONA 3. MARYLAND 3. MONTANA TOP 10 STATES FOR SENIOR VOLUNTEERING (65+ YEARS OLD) 1. UTAH 2. MINNESOTA 3. NEBRASKA 4. SOUTH DAKOTA 5. NORTH DAKOTA 6. 10WA 7. KANSAS 8. WASHINGTON 9. OREGON 10. VERMONT RATE 48% 42.8% 40.7% 39.2% 38.9% 38.8% 38.8% 38.6% 38.1% 37.9% HOURS 96 64 60 60 60 RATE 51.8% 42.2% 40.6% 38% 35.7% 35.5% 34.9% 32.8% 32% 31.8% BOTTOM 5 STATES FOR VOLUNTEER RATE 47. West Vir inia 48. Florida 49. Louisiana 50. New York 51. Nevada RATE 24.6% 24.1% 22.7% 21.3% 18.8% BOTTOM 5 STATES FOR ANNUAL HOURS VOLUNTEERED PER PERSON 47. Nebraska 48.1owa 49. South Dakota 49. Wisconsin 51. North Dakota HOURS 44 43 40 40 36 BOTTOM 6 STATES FOR SENIOR VOLUNTEERING 65+ YEARS OLD 46. Louisiana 46. Tennessee 46. Rhode Island 49. Hawaii 50. New York 51. Nevada RATE 18.6% 18.6% 18.6% 17.6% 17.4% 13.7% ;~XiToNAL& Volunt eer ing in America : State Trends and Rankings COMMUN ITY SERV ICEr:a::c �• United States TOP 10 STATES FOR COLLEGE STUDENT VOLUNTEER RATE 1. UTAH 2.1DAHO 3. 0KLAHOMA 4. VERMONT 4. NEBRASKA 6. WYOMING 7.ALASKA 8. MINNESOTA 9. MISSOURI 10. COLORADO RATE 62.9% 44.4% 43.0% 41.5% 41.5% 40.3% 40.1% 39.9% 38.9% 38.3% BOTTOM 5 STATES FOR COLLEGE STUDENT VOLUNTEER RATE 47. Massachusetts 47. Tennessee 49. Nevada 50. New York 51. Geor ia VOLUNTEER RATES BY REGION OF THE COUNTRY 1. MIDWEST 2. WEST 3. SOUTH 4. NORTHEAST RATE 24.0% 24.0% 23.6% 23.4% 21.4% 33.3% 29.2% 27.4% 25.8% NATIONAL FACTS • The greatest percentage of volunteers in the U.S. volunteer primarily through religious organizations. • In 2005, 65.4 million Americans contributed 8.2 billion hours of volunteer service, totaling nearly $150 billion in service to America. • In every state, females volunteer at a higher rate than males. Nationally, women who work volunteer at higher rates than women Vttlo are not in the labor force. • The nonprofit and public sectors volunteer at a 47.6 and 42.2 percent respectively compared to those in the private sector at 27.1 percent. • The largest groups of people Vttlo volunteer are between the ages of 35 and 44, including members of both Generation X and baby boomers. • More than 25 million baby boomers perfonned volunteer work annually between 2003 and 2005. • More than 8 million young adu~s (16-24 years old) performed volunteer work annually throughout the U.S. between 2003 and 2005. • Over 3 million college students volunteered annually in the U.S. between 2003 and 2005. • Almost half of all Black Americans (45.5%) volunteer through a religious organization while 37.1% of Hispanics and 33.8% of Whites (non-Hispanics) do. STATE TRENDS • In general, volunteering is more prevalent in the northern half of the country (with exceptions in such states as New York, West Virginia, and Rhode Island). • Between 2002 and 2003, the volunteer rate went up in every region of the country. Between 2003 and 2005, the volunteer rate went up in every region except the Northeast, where it declined slightly. • The South (2.4 million additional volunteers) and West (2 million additional volunteers) are particularly responsible for the growth in volunteering since 2002. • In general, volunteer rates for minorities (race and ethnicity) are substantially lower than non-Hispanic whites in most states. • Individuals in the Midwest volunteer at higher rates than other regions, while individuals in the West typically give the most hours per volunteer. NATJO; 2 Volunteer ing in America : State Trends and Rank ings AL& COMMUNITY SERV ICEa:t.t: �• United States SAMPLING OF STATE FACTS • • • • • • • The highest and lowest ranked "Volunteer" states share borders - Utah at 48 percent and Nevada at 18.8 percent. Idaho has more volunteers (8.3%) than any other state that provide 500 or more hours of service per year. Arizona seniors (65+) typically volunteer 156 hours annually- 60 hours more than the typical senior volunteer and more than three times the amount of hours typically given by all volunteers. On average, Californians annually donated over 940 million volunteer hours between 2003 and 2005 . Washington , DC has the highest percentage of volunteers working in civic, political, professional, or international organizations. The West Coast donates the highest average number of hours per year per individual at 51 hours . The popularity of volunteer activities various substantially by state: o Coaching and mentoring are the most popular activity in California, Nevada and South Carolina; o Supplying transportation and general labor are the most popular volunteer activity in Alaska and Nebraska; o Fundraising and selling items are the most common activities for Indiana, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York volunteers; and o Collecting, preparing, and distributing food is the most common volunteer activity in Mississippi. OTHER RELATED RESEARCH The following reports can be found in the Research and Policy section at www.nationalservice.gov Highlights from the Youth Helping America Series: • America's youth are engaging in their communities at substantial levels. In 2004, 15.5 million youth aged 12 to 18 volunteered with an organization, contributing over 1.3 billion hours of service. • A youth from a family where at least one parent volunteers is almost twice as likely to volunteer as a youth with no family members who volunteer, and nearly three times as likely to volunteer regularly. • Youth who attend religious services regularly are nearly twice as likely to be regular volunteers as those who do not attend services. 38 percent of youth, an estimated 10.6 million teenagers, have engaged in community service as part of a school activity. • Youth who report current or past participation in high quality service-learning courses are almost three times as likely to believe they can make a great deal of difference in their community than youth who participated in school-based service without any of the quality elements of service-learning. Highlights from Volunteer Mentoring Youth: Implication for Closing the Mentoring Gap: • Mentors prominently volunteer through religious organizations (43%). • Black volunteers are more likely than Caucasian volunteers to mentor youth. • Volunteers 16 to 24 years old are the most likely age group to engage in mentoring. Highlights from Volunteer Management Capacity in America's Charities and Congregations: • 90% of charities and congregations say that volunteers increase the quality of their service, reduce costs, and increase public support for their organization. • Three volunteer management practices produce higher volunteer retention rates, specifically 1) recognition activities, 2) screening and matching volunteers for assignments, and 3) training and professional development for volunteers. These statistics come from Volunteering in America: State Trends and Rankings, released by the Corporation for National and Community Service in June, 2006. Data in the report were obtained from the US Census Bureau and Bureau of Labor Statistics through a "volunteering supplemenr to the Current Population Survey (CPS) from 2002 to 2005. The volunteer supplement to the CPS is administered annually to approximately 60,000 households nationwide. 3 Volunteering in Amer ic a: State Trends and Rank ings Nfi.'T'iONAL& COMMUNITY SERV ICEr::a:z:: � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50768 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/3d3b4770918ceab2c05af4ba51a88403.pdf 6aa2e8a2013b23309ad39e00e1356181 PDF Text Text DHS/MSU-E Mentoring Foster Youth Pilot Concept Paper February 15, 2007 Target Population Foster youth face special needs as they enter and move through adolescence into young adulthood, otherwise known as "Youth in Transition". To "age out" of the foster care system means youth are discharged to "self' rather than to a family they can count on and call their own. While displaying many resilient and resourceful characteristics, the majority of youth "aging out" are not adequately equipped for life's responsibilities and they lack an essential network of relationships and resources. This collaborative effort between DHS and MSU addresses the need for youth in transition to have one or more caring adults involved in and guiding their transition from foster care to independence. The intention of this pilot initiative is to offer not only mentoring relationships for youth in transition but to train and support mentors to be actively engaged in transition planning and guidance with the youth and their circle of caregivers. This pilot program, a collaboration between the Michigan Department of Human Services, National Governors' Policy Academy on Transitioning Youth, Michigan Youth Opportunities Initiative (MYOI), Michigan State University, MSU Extension Offices and the 4-H Programs, will be delivered to foster youth residing in the MYOI Northern Region which includes the following counties: Alcona, Alpena, Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Iasco, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Mackinac, Manistee, Missaukee, Montmorency, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon, and Wexford. It is anticipated that the pilot will provide a model that can be replicated across Michigan at all MYOI sites, positively affecting the lives of the almost 5,800 adolescents (age 14 & older) who reside in Michigan 's foster care system. Proposal This proposal requests support (financial and/or in-kind) from the Michigan Community Service Commission to implement the foster youth mentoring pilot. Program components may include: • • Use of Americorps volunteers utilizing best practice mentoring model, Mentor Michigan ~ Assist in recruiting , training , support and retention of mentors and mentormentee relationships ~ Collaborative planning and oversight with MYOI and MSUE Coordinators Development of sustainability plan ~ Strategic recruitment of mentors targets local businesses, corporations, civic and service organizations, foundations and other funding sources ~ Use of evaluation data to demonstrate efficacy and ease of replication � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. 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Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50775 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/76d5722bd9cc41d445de5f0d3d63a083.pdf a5df0fe0df890908cab8de3c8e1217c9 PDF Text Text STATE OF MICHIGAN JENNIFER M. GRANHOLM, Governor MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION Chairperson Daniel G. Mulhern 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing , Michigan 48913 Telephone: 517.335.4295 FAX: 517.373.4977 www.michigan .gov/mcsc Executive Director Janet lawson MEMORANDUM TO: Members of the Michigan Community Service Commission Executive Committee FROM: Paula K. VanDam, Acting Executive Director DATE: January 19, 2007 RE: Summary of January 19, 2007 Executive Committee Meeting The following is a summary of the meeting of the Michigan Community Service Commission Executive Committee held via conference call on Friday, January 19, 2007. The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m. Members present: Chainnan Dan Mulhern, Rob Collier, Vice-Chair; Russ Mawby, Bernard Parker and Kari Pardoe. Staff present: Paula VanDam and Janice Harvey. Marcy Bishop and Mark Mullaney were present during AmeriCorps funding recommendations discussion. Approval of AmeriCorps Funding (s ee memo dated January 18, 2007 from Paula VanDam) Paula VanDam gave an overview of Michigan's AmeriCorps Competitive New Applications. The CNCS has $55 million to support new competitive grants for the 2007-08 program year. There is no guarantee that the MCSC will receive any of the competitive dollars. We will be notified in May whether any MCSC programs will be funded with competitive dollars. There are also AmeriCorps formula dollars based on the state's population but we haven't received our allotment but anticipate it to be similar to last year $2,723 ,228. The MCSC staff recommends the following applicants be included in the MCSC ' s competitive application package: BHK Child Development Board ($676,407), City Year, Inc. , ($580,744), Communities in Schools Detroit ($327,600), Good Samaritan Ministries ($170,369), Habitat for Humanity ($387,312), Huron Pines ($125 ,805), Jumpstart for Young Children ($142,434), Michigan Department of Agriculture ($172 ,680) Michigan Primary Care Association ($339,410), and MSU Extension ($700,638). This is a total of$3 ,623,399. �Chairman Mulhern asked for a motion to support the staff recommendations for the AmeriCorps Competitive Application. Commissioner Mawby moved to support the motion and Commissioner Pardoe seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Paula VanDam explained the second staff recommendation to allow the MSU Extension to modify their match requirement and meet the Year Four match requirement. The MSU Extension is applying for its seventh year of funding and has been asked by the MCSC to consider merging the Mentor Michigan AmeriCorps program, operated by ConnectMichigan Alliance, with their mentoring AmeriCorps program. MSU Extension agreed to take over the program but was concerned about being able to meet the Year 7 match requirements due to the size of the merged program (now 55 members and a budget of$750,000). They requested that we allow them to come in at Year 4 match requirement and then continue to move up the match chart over the next three years . Chairman Mulhern asked for a motion to support the staff recommendations to modify the MSU Extension match requirement. Commissioner Parker moved to support the motion and Commissioner Mawby seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Paula VanDam explained the third staff recommendation for the Michigan ' s AmeriCorps Education Award Only Application. Staff recommends funding ConnectMichigan Alliance at $36,000. Chairman Mulhern asked for a motion to support the staff recommendations for the AmeriCorps Education Only Application. Commissioner Mawby moved to support the motion and Commissioner Parker seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. ConnectMichigan Alliance I Michigan Nonprofit Association Update Commissioner Mawby gave an update on the progress. He shared that the leadership and boards of both organizations are actively engaged and that it is progressing well. The committee is moving into the next phase and will be making a number of recommendations at their next meeting (scheduled for early February). Everyone agrees that the concept is good and are giving careful thought to protecting the endowment. They have recommended the creation of an Endowment Advisory Group, which will work with the new organization and the Capital Region Community Foundation to monitor the use of the funds. They are also looking at a merger of the missions of the organizations, which are very similar. This will create efficiency and momentum in bringing them together. It was also discussed that MNA would be the entity of which CMA would be moved within. The committee will look at the leadership and governance issues at the February meeting. Agenda fo r February 21-22, 2007 Board Meeting and Retreat Paula VanDam went through the agenda for the February retreat and meeting. Commissioners agreed that it will be a full and productive retreat. They suggested that an MCSC staff organization chart and a brief photo and bio of each of the Commissioners would be helpful in getting to know each other better. �Update on Mentor Month Activities Paula VanDam shared the Mentor Michigan will be receiving the proceeds from the Governor' s Inaugural events. The Providers Council members will discuss the use of the funds at their January meeting (possible grants to mentoring organizations). Chairman Mulhern has been attending mentoring events and participating in media interviews promoting mentoring. The meeting was adjourned at 11 :00 am. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2007-02-21_Executive-Comm-Meeting-Summary Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting executive committee meeting summary Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting executive committee meeting summary. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50769 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/242106e98f0fdac8d68cb6c8797fbc96.pdf 4c861904b18858ac41ed7051e0b1c322 PDF Text Text STATE OF MICHIGAN JENNIFER M. GRANHOLM, Governor MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION Chairperson Daniel G. Mulhern 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Telephone: (517) 335-4295 F~: (517)373-4977 www.michigan.gov/mcsc Executive Director Janet C. Lawson MEMORANDUM TO: Members of the Michigan Community Service Commission FROM: Paula Kaiser VanDam, Acting Executive Director DATE: February 21, 2007 RE: Executive Director's Report The past few months have been exciting for us. Below please find a review of our most recent accomplishments. National Service FY07 & FYOB National Service Appropriations On February 161h, the President signed into law H.J.Res. 20, which provides funding through September 30, 2007 for projects and activities of the Federal government. The bill includes $884.1 million for the Corporation for National and Community Service and its programs for fiscal year 2007. The Corporation is currently working on the breakdown of the figures for AmeriCorps formula funding. Our Learn and Serve funding is the same as FY06. The President's FY 2008 budget request includes $828 million for national service. This is a reduction of$55.8 million from FY07. Please see the FY08 Budget Request Summary for more detail. AMERJCORPS AmeriCorps Week National AmeriCorps Week is a weeklong event designed to bring more Americans into service, salute AmeriCorps members and alums for their powerful impact, and thank the community partners who make AmeriCorps possible. The first-ever National AmeriCorps Week is scheduled for May 13-20, 2007 and will mark a historic milestone as the 500,000th AmeriCorps member will take the pledge to �"get things done for America." Michigan ' s AmeriCorps programs are proud to be planning significant service projects in order to provide "I 00 Hours of Power" to make a difference in communities around the state. The MCSC is also sponsoring an onsite service project at the Nonprofit SuperConference in Lansing on May 15-16. All conference participants will be asked to volunteer at least 15 minutes of time during the two-day event. A comprehensive list of Michigan's AmeriCorps Week projects and events will be available soon. AmeriCorps Alums AmeriCorps Alums is a national network of civic leaders who are actively engaged in shaping their communities. The mission of AmeriCorps Alums as an organization is to connect, support and mobilize AmeriCorps alums in order to strengthen our communities and our nation. Over the past year, Michigan has established a statewide alums network in addition to regional alums chapters in West Michigan, Northern Michigan, Ann Arbor, and metro Detroit. We are inviting current members, alums, and friends of national service to get connected at www.lifetimeofservice.org. In the next few months, we will be doing additional outreach to Michigan's AmeriCorps alums through a letter of introduction, a newsletter highlighting all Michigan 's AmeriCorps programs, and several outreach events. Our goal is to have all Michigan ' s AmeriCorps members remain engaged and serving communities long after their year of service bas ended. We also hope to have them involved in AmeriCorps week activities. LEARN AND SERVE Urban Service-Learning Initiative In March, the MCSC will offer a round of grants to schools in Detroit. Four grants averaging $10,000 will be available to schools though a peer reviewed application process. Each school will be requested to identify a team of2-5 teachers and administrators who will participate in the initiative. Applicants will be allowed to use the funds for things such as: teacher mini-grants, release time, meeting materials, supplies, transportation and resources. As with other Learn and Serve Michigan funding, the grant must allow individual sites the flexibility to determine the best use of their funds given their unique needs. The Request for Proposals (RFP) will be offered to selected schools identified by organizations such as The League, The Skillman Foundation's Good Schools Resource Center at Marygrove College and Wayne State University. Once selected, school teams will be provided a teacher mentor, on-site professional development and a scholarship to attend the National Urban Service-Learning Conference at Wayne State University. This conference is an event of the National Youth Leadership Council and will be co-sponsored by the MCSC and the MCC. The Institute Service-Learning and Civic Engagement On February 8-9, 2007 nearly 400 K-12 teachers, college faculty and students from ten states attended the 11th Annual Institute: Service-Learning and Civic Engagement. The event was held on the campus of Schoolcraft College in Livonia. Participants could chose from nearly 40 75-minute workshops, four 2 Y2 - hour clinics and 22 roundtable sessions. The event was complimented by the annual Service-Learning and Community Service Award Ceremony and Dinner where the MCSC honored Dr. Gregory Baracy, Superintendent of Wayne-Westland Community Schools, Lowell High School ' s Freshman Center service-learning project, Kari Simon-Pieters, teacher at St. Johns High School, George Mikla, student from L'Anse Creuse High School and Deborah Wagner, Grant Writer at Ionia County Intermediate School District. 2 �STATEWIDE INCLUSION INITIATIVE The MCSC receives funds from the Corporation for the placement, reasonable accommodation, and auxiliary services for members and potential members with disabilities, serving in AmeriCorps State and AmeriCorps National programs. In Michigan, our initiative focuses on the inclusion of individuals with disabilities in all national service programs. We have implemented a Statewide Inclusion Team to help us with this initiative. The mission of Michigan's National & Community Service Statewide Inclusion Team is to promote and support full participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of national service. This is accomplished through collaboration between individuals with disabilities, disability advocacy and service organizations, and Michigan's national service programs. The inclusion team meets bi-monthly and recently developed a strategic plan with the following goals: o o o Promote Michigan's national service programs as an opportunity and a bridge to skill-building, career development, and community integration. Develop ongoing state and local level relationships between stakeholders in the disability and service communities that promote the involvement of people with disabilities in National Service programs. Identify and address local, state and federal policies and practices that present barriers to inclusion and integration in National Service programs. Statewide Service STATE BUDGET The Governor released her budget on February 81h. In FY07 we were awarded $1,255,900 in general funds from the state. These funds go to support the general operation of the commission and also include the $250,000 for the Volunteer Investment Grant. For FY08, the budget proposes $1,308,800 in general funds for MCSC. The additional $52,900 is for the economics for increase in salaries and benefits. Please remember this is only the beginning of the budget process. We will keep you updated as the process progresses. MENTOR MICHIGAN January wrapped up another successful National Mentoring Month for us. This month's activities included a pilot with 211, the Men in Mentoring recruitment Challenge, the Mentor Michigan Corporate Honor Roll launch, participation in some of the Governor's inaugural events, several local mentoring events, and media outreach by the First Gentleman. For additional details please see the 2007 Michigan's Mentoring Month Highlights. We are pleased to announce that we received an additional $100,000 from John Hancock Financial Services to support our recruitment of male mentors. We also received nearly $100,000 from the proceeds of the Governor's Inaugural events. CONNECTMICHIGAN ALLIANCE/MICHIGAN NONPROFIT ASSOCIATION Senior management of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA) and the ConnectMichigan Alliance (CMA) recommended to their respective boards an investigative dialogue toward determining the possible development of closer mission alignment, increased efficiency and assured sustainability 3 �through a merger of the two organizations. A small committee representing all of the Alliance partners has been formed. Janet Lawson and Dr. Russ Mawby have been representing MCSC on the committee. The committee has recommended the merger of the two organizations with CMA being folded under MNA. The Michigan Campus Compact and Volunteer Centers of Michigan will become affiliate organizations under MNA. There would be a separate funding advisory group that will determine bow the proceeds from the endowment will be spent on an annual basis. They are proposing each of the four alliance partners will be equally represented on the funding advisory board. They are still finalizing details related to governance, leadership, stewardship, and organizational culture. They will be presenting the recommendations to their boards the first week of March. 4 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50770 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/9ad45f8c6d2fcb1cc7591065366d80bc.pdf 1b91de658ef52b9c72fc1d4b1d673337 PDF Text Text 2007 Governor's Service Awards Potential Sponsor List Organization AAA Michigan Kathryn Bryant Harrison Sue Corbin Target Amount $5,000 C ommissioner F ollow Ul! Janet Lawson Acheson Ventures Donna Niester $10,000 Donna Niester Alcoa Automotive Robert Alexander $5,000 Need someone Allesee, Maggie $5,000 eed someone Allstate Foundation North Central Region Pam Tydall $5 ,000 ArvinMeritor Inc. Charles "Chip" McClure $5 ,000 Dan Mulhern Joan Bowman Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan George Francis $10,000 Jim Comer CDL Training School Kathy Young-Welch $2,500 Kari Pardoe CenTra Inc. ManuelMoroun $5,000 , eed someone Chase Bank $5,000 Donna Niester Citizens Bank $5,000 Donna Niester CMS Energy/Consumers Energy Ken Whipple/Carolyn Bloodworth $5,000 Ken Whipple Coca-Cola Bottling Company Percy Wells $5,000 Kathy Young-Welch Com cast Larry Williamson $10,000 Larry Williamson Comer Holdings Jimmie Comer $10,000 Kari Pardoe Comerica Linda Forte $10,000 Jim Comer 1 �Community Foundation Partnership $5,000 Rob Collier Kari Pardoe ConnectMichigan Alliance Kyle Caldwell $5,000 Kari Pardoe Con-way Transportation Services Inc David McClimon $5 ,000 Need someone Cooper-Standard Automotive Inc. James McElya $5 ,000 Council of Michigan Foundations Rob Collier $10,000 Paula K. VanDam DaimlerChrylser Frank Fountain $10,000 Dan .Mulhern Delphi $5 ,000 Elizabeth Bunn Delta Dental Plans of Michigan $7,500 Elizabeth Bunn Detroit Free Press David L. Hunke $7,500 Kari Pardoe Dow Automotive George Hamilton $5,000 Dow Chemical Company Foundation $5,000 Rob Collier Dow Corning Foundation Anne DeBoer $5,000 Joe Sowmick DTE Energy Foundation Karla Hall $10,000 Marsha Smith DuPont Automotive Marty McQuade $5 ,000 Need someone EDS Stuart Doyle, Senior Vice President $5,000 Dan Mulhern Enterprise Leasing Co. of Detroit Jeffrey D. Enyeart $5,000 Jimmie Comer Farmer Jack Supermarkets Michael Carter $5 ,000 Need someone Fifth Third Bank of Michigan Steven Hawks $5,000 Need someone 2 �Flint Ink Corporation Dave Frescoln $5 ,000 Joan Bowman Ford Motor Company Fund Sandra Ulsh $15 ,000 Ken Whipple General Dynamics Land Systems Charles Hall $5 ,000 General Motors Corporation/ GMAC Financial Services Debbie Dingle and Vivian Pickard $15 ,000 Elizabeth Bunn Dan Mulhern Google Brandon McCormick $10,000 Joan Bowman Great Lakes Works- U.S. Steel Fred Jauss $5 ,000 Need someone Greektown Casino Marvin Beatty and Aaron Payment $5,000 Joe Sowmick Guardian Industries Corp. William Davidson $5,000 Needsomeon Health Alliance Plan Fran Parker $10,000 Elizabeth Bunn Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation Margaret A. Riecker $10,000 Russ Mawby Rob Collier Home Depot $5 ,000 Need someone Hudson Webber Foundation David 0. Egner $5,000 Hundai $7,500 ffiM Corporation William Luse $5 ,000 Need someone Johnson Controls Inc. Chuck Harvey $5 ,000 Susan Meston Kellogg Company Tim Knowlton $15 ,000 Chris Kwak Key Safety Systems $5 ,000 ;Need someone 3 �-· B. Edward Ewing Kresge Foundation John Marshall ill, Elizabeth Sullivan $5,000 Rob Collier LaSalle Bank Midwest Wendy Acho $7,500 Wendy Acho Lear Corporation $10,000 Jim Comer Kari Pardoe MASCO Corporation Foundation Melanie Colaianne $10,000 Dan Mulhern Mawby Family Fund Battle Creek Community Foundation RussMawby $2,500 Paula K. VanDam McGregor Fund C. David Campbell $5,000 Rob Collier Meijer Paul Boyer $10,000 Joan Bowman Metaldyne Corp Timothy Leuliette $5,000 MGM Grand-Detroit George Boyer $7,500 Elizabeth Bunn MI Association of Manufacturers George Perry, President and CEO $5 ,000 iNeed someon Michigan Nonprofit Association Sam Singh $2,500 Paula K. VanDam Motor City Casino Rhonda Cohen $5 ,000 Elizabeth Bunn Mott Foundation WilliamS. White $5 ,000 Chris Kwak Palace Sports & Entertainment Dennis Sampier $10,000 Kari Pardoe Jimmie Comer Penske Corporation Paul F. Walters $5 ,000 Jimmie Comer Pftzer, Inc. Kim Ross $5 ,000 Dan Mulhern 4 �Plante Moran Bill Hermann/Lesley Murphy $5 ,000 Dan Mulhern Prestige Automotive Gregory Jackson Pulte Homes Inc. Richard Dugas Jr $5 ,000 Need someone Questor Partners Holdings AlixPartners Holdings Jay Alix $5 ,000 Need someone Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan Fred Cantu $10,000 Joe Sowmick SBC Gail Torreano $7,500 Joe Sowmick Skillman Foundation Carol Goss $5,000 Rob Collier Smith-Barney Steve Austin $5 ,000 Dan Mulhern Soave Enterprises Anthony Soave $5 ,000 Need someone Spirit Airlines Carol Meth $5,000 Bernard Parker St. John Health Elliott Joseph $5 ,000 eedsomeone State Farm Insurance Company Lori Jewell $5 ,000 Kari Pardoe Stryker Steve MacMillan $7,500 Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran Target $7,500 Janet Lawson Textron Fastening Systems Inc. Rick Clayton $5 ,000 Need someone Toyota Motor Sales USA John McCandless $15 ,000 Susan Meston TRW Automotive Holdings Corp John Plant $5,000 $5 ,000 5 �UA W-DiamlerChrysler National Training Center General Hoiefield $7,500 Elizabeth Bunn UA W-Ford National Progr~~s Center Bob King $7,500 Elizabeth Bunn UA W-GM Center for Learning Paul Mitchell and Dorothy Hennessy $7,500 Elizabeth Bunn UnitedAuto Group Inc. Roger Penske CEO $5 ,000 UPS of Metro Detroit J. Shroeger VP and CEO $5,000 Bernard Parker Valassis Communications, Inc. Alan Schultz $5 ,000 Dan Mulhern Visteon Corporation Peter Pestillo $5,000 Jimmie Comer W.K. Kellogg Foundation Sterling Speim, President and CEO $10,000 Chris Kwak Whirlpool Corporation Ted Dosch $10,000 Wolverine Harley-Davidson George De La Nuez $5 ,000 Janet Lawson Yazaki North American, Inc. $5,000 Rob Collier 6 .. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2007-02-21_GSA_Potential-Sponsor-List Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting Governor's Service Awards potential sponsor list Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting Governor's Service Awards potential sponsor list. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50771 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/7a4e15578c6f924361191397c5e3f4da.pdf 3b5ff833dea03c89d2e24eb795f9e0f6 PDF Text Text Executive Summary Through school-based subgrants, the Michigan Learn and Serve grant program provides youth with service-learning opportunities at schools throughout the state. The goal of Michigan Learn and Serve is to develop skilled, knowledgeable, personally responsible, and civically active youth. This program is funded by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) and administered by the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC). This report presents the results of the evaluation of service-learning programs supported by MCSC. During the 2005-2006 school year, MCSC worked with 25 grantees to support servicelearning programming throughout the state. RMC Research conducted a statewide evaluation to examine service-learning implementation and its impact on a range of student outcomes. Methods Data were collected using pre-/post-surveys from service-learning and comparison students and surveys administered to service-learning teachers at the end of the school year. The evaluation includes data from: • • • Surveys of236 service-learning participants and 20 comparison students in Grades 3-5; Surveys of640 service-learning participants and 119 comparison students in Grades 6-12; and Surveys of 56 service-learning teachers. Constructs that were measured included school engagement; school attachment; valuing school; community engagement; civic knowledge, skills, and dispositions; service-learning engagement; and service-learning quality. Demographic information, program duration, and data about other program characteristics were also collected. Results Service-learning programming was widely implemented a nd d iverse. Based on reports by grantees, 38,780 students participated in service-learning programs during the 2005-2006 school year. About two thirds of teachers indicated that projects included direct contact with service populations (e.g., providing services such as tutoring or working with senior citizens) and indirect contact with service populations (e.g. , environmental projects, food/clothing drives, or similar projects). About two thirds of teachers indicated that service-learning projects involved expressing an opinion or research. The majority of teachers indicated that some or all servicelearning activities were required. Student and teacher ratings indicated high quality service-learning p rograms. Teacher ratings of service-learning quality were strong across several indicators. Average ratings were highest in the areas of relevance to students, providing challenging activities, and inclusion of a civics component. Ratings were slightly lower for inclusion of an assessment component and RMC Research Corporation , Denver, CO Michigan Learn and Serve Evaluation �involvement of community members and organizations. Student survey ratings also indicated that programs were implemented with high quality. Service-learning activities were closely tied to academic curricula and standards. Teachers indicated that service-learning activities were associated with an average of two subject areas and that an average of two of six activities (i.e., research, project planning, service delivery, reflection, evaluation, and celebration activities) were fully integrated with academic curriculum. Service-learning activities were most frequently associated with social studies and reading/language arts, followed by mathematics and science. Three fourths of teachers reported that service-learning activities were mostly or completely linked with Michigan curriculum frameworks. Service-learning participants demonstrated significant increases in civic knowledge scores and ratings of civic dispositions over time. Among service-learning participants in Grades 3-5, there were statistically significant increases in civic knowledge scores and ratings over time for the items: Students my age can make the world better and I can make a difference in my neighborhood or town. Small, but significant, decreases were found for student ratings of school engagement. While average ratings of community engagement and civic skills were high, these outcomes tended to remain the same over time. There were no significant differences in outcomes for service-learning participants and comparison students. Teachers and students attributed a range of benefits to service-learning. Teachers believed that participation in service-learning helped students develop a range of civic dispositions and skills including increased respect for others, awareness of community issues, and belief that they can make a difference. Teachers were slightly less likely to agree that service-learning had a positive impact on academic performance, school attendance, and discipline referrals. Students identified several areas in which they acquired skills and experience as a result of participating in service-learning. Nearly two thirds of students indicated having acquired work experience, followed by job skills (56%), and career awareness (41 %). Reading skills, writing skills, and tutoring skills were each reported to have been acquired by over one fourth of service-learning participants. Student measures of service-learning engagement and quality were significantly associated with student outcomes. Student ratings of service-learning engagement were significantly and positively associated with measures of school engagement, school attachment, valuing school, civic dispositions, and civic knowledge. Similarly, student ratings of service-learning quality were positively associated with school engagement, school attachment, community engagement, and civic dispositions. Teacher ratings of service-learning quality and other measures of service-learning implementation were not consistently associated with student outcomes. Overall, teacher ratings of quality and service-learning implementation measures did not consistently moderate student outcomes. However, six implementation measures were associated with positive student outcomes: integration with academic curriculum; presence of a civics component; presence of a reflection component; strong subject area connections; a requirement that all students participate; and the total number of weeks students engaged in service-learning activities. Michigan Learn and Serve Evaluation ii RMC Research Corporation , Denver, CO �The intensity and duration of service-learning projects varied substantially by classroom. The average teacher spent about 15% of his/her overall instructional time on service-learning. The average service-learning project lasted 13 weeks, with an average of about four hours per week. While teachers indicated that they spent as much as 90% of their classroom time on service-learning, over one third of teachers indicated that they spent 5% or less. Recommendations 1. Continue to encourage service-learning teachers to implement more intensive servicelearning pt·ojects. 2. Examine aspects of service-learning implementation that were associated with student outcomes. 3. Enhance professional development related to high quality service-learning, with an emphasis on reflective practice, assessment, and involvement of community members and organizations. RMC Research Corporation , Denver, CO iii Michigan Learn and Serve Evaluation � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. 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Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50772 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/aedf64e48bea35836c4b5090fd1d8215.pdf d1a2236cf62355dda91829996ce21898 PDF Text Text STATE OF MICHIGAN JENNIFER M. GRANHOLM, Governor MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Telephone : (517) 335-4295 FAX: (517) 373-4977 www.michigan .gov/mcsc Chairperson Daniel G. Mulhern Acting Executive Director Paula K. VanDam MEMORANDUM TO: MCSC Commissioners FROM: Paula Kaiser VanDam, Acting Executive Director DATE: March 9, 2007 RE: MCSC Board Meeting on February 21-22,2007 Attached you will find supplemental materials that were distributed during our meeting and board retreat on February 21-22. We had very informative presentations by Shelley Billig (Service-Learning), Bob Grimm (trends in volunteerism) and DHS Director Marianne Udow (DHS/MCSC partnerships). There were also great small group discussions on establishing focus areas and goals around those focus areas for the upcoming year and also long term. We will be sending out surnn1aries of these discussions soon. The next MCSC Board Meeting is scheduled for Friday, April27, 2007 at the MCSC office in Lansing. I look forward to seeing all of you in April. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50774 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/b6ff6d34469b25d856d353dfcc720c48.pdf 7bf50e0dd7dd9d4c5fa3bb9795ee4b14 PDF Text Text First Gentleman Dan Mulhern January 2007 - Mento ring Month Activity Web Hits - January 2007 = 8,935 Date 13- Jan 15- Jan 15 - Jan 15- Jan 17- Jan 19 - Jan 20- Jan 22- Jan 22- Jan 22- Jan 23- Jan 23- Jan 23 - Jan 24- Jan 24- Jan 24 - Jan 24 - Jan 24- Jan 25 - Jan 25- Jan 25- Jan 25- Jan 25- Jan 25- Jan 25- Jan 25- Jan 25 -Jan 25- Jan 25- Jan 25- Jan 25- Jan 30- Jan Activity Inauguration Open House- MM Bag Distribution Radio Interview w/WSGW - Art Lewis Editorial Board w/Saginaw News Radio Interview w/W ATT - Marland Ream Radio Interview w/WKZO - Lori Moore Inauguration Open House - MM Bag Distribution Radio Interview w/WLBY - Lou Perry Radio Interview w/Michigan Talk Network- Michael Patrick Shiels Radio Interview w/WCRZ - Chris Pavelich Radio Interview w/WHTS - Dave & Geri Radio Interview w/WKHM - Greg O' Connor Radio Interview w/WSJM - Mark DeRocher Radio Interview w!WVFN - Stoney & Wojo Radio Interview w/WRKR- Mike, Diane & Kluck Radio Interview w/WTCM - Ron Jolly Visited Foster Grandparents Location Attended Mid-Michigan Collaborative Mentor Celebration Attended Mentoring Reception at Kalamazoo College Radio Interview w/WJLB - Coco, Foolish, Mr. Chase, Charles Pugh Radio Interview w/W AAM - Lucy Ann Lance Radio Interview w/WJR- Paul W. Smith Radio Interview w/WCHB - Mildred Gaddis Radio Interview w/WWJ - Sandra McNeil Radio Interview w/WPHM - Paul Miller Radio Interview w/ Frankie Darcell Editorial Board w/ Ann Arbor News Attended Washtenaw County Mentoring Collaborative Washtenaw Celebrates Mentoring Event Radio Interview w/WHTD - Spudd Radio Interview w/WCSX - JJ and Lynne Radio Interview w/WJR - Mitch Alborn Attended Metro Detroit Mentor Collaboration Mentor Celebration Gala Spoke at Mentor Michigan Providers Council Meeting Location Detroit Saginaw Saginaw Cadillac Kalamazoo Flint Ann Arbor Statewide Flint Grand Rapids Jackson St. Joseph Statewide Kalamazoo Traverse City Kalamazoo Lansing Kalamazoo Detroit Ann Arbor Detroit Detroit Detroit Port Huron Detroit Ann Arbor Ypsilanti Detroit Detroit Statewide Detroit Lansing �31- Jan 31- Jan 31- Jan 31- Jan 1-Feb Radio Interview w/WLHT - Dennis and Nanette Radio Interview w/WOOD Radio - Gordon Gould Visit to the Heart of West Michigan United Way to support 211 and the FACTS program. Attended Ottawa County Mentoring Collaborative 2007 Magic of Mentoring Celebration Attended Genesee County Mentoring Collaborative Event Grand Rapids Grand Rapids Grand Rapids Grand Haven Flint Mentor Michigan PSA Distribution STATION WGRY AM & FM, WQON Mid-Michigan Radio Group WILX, WLNS, WSYM WQXC Comcast Cable WYLZ WILZ WKQZ WHNN WIOG WLCS WODS WVIB WKOQ WEFG WFBE WTRX WITL WJIM WMMQ WFMK WVFN MI Sports Network Michigan Talk Network WLAV WTNR WKLQ WBBL WHTS CITY Grayling Lansing Lansing Otsego Southfield Saginaw Saginaw Saginaw Saginaw Saginaw Muskegon Muskegon Muskegon Muskegon Muskegon Flint Flint Lansing Lansing Lansing Lansing Lansing Lansing Lansing Grand Rapids Grand Rapids Grand Rapids Grand Rapids Grand Rapids TV or Radio Radio Radio TV Radio TV Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio �Men In Mentoring Recruitment Challenge Art of Leadership Jazmine McBride Birmingham Current Men Mentors: BBBS of Northwestern Michigan Mary Sue Christian Traverse City 124 Current Men Mentors: 12 Belding Middle School ECHO: Each One, Each One Mary Huyck Belding Current Men Mentors: 6 BBBS of Saginaw Bay Area Shelly Greene Saginaw Current Men Mentors: 70 BBBS, A Community of Caring BBBS of Berrien & Cass, Inc. Susan Armstrong Niles Current Men Mentors: 27 Peter Tripp Kalamazoo Current Men Mentors: 277 The Boys and Girls Clubs of Bay County Mary Davison Bay City 2 Current Men Mentors: Big Brothers Big Sisters Sarah Wellman Coldwater 9 Current Men Mentors: Boys & Girls Club of Lansing BBBS Michigan Capital Region Cara DeNuccio Lansing Current Men Mentors: 177 Melanie Cascaddan Lansing Current Men Mentors: 1 Carson City-Crystal Mentoring Program Kelly Pringle Carson City Current Men Mentors: 12 BBBS of Gratiot and Montcalm Counties Anne Lambrecht Alma Current Men Mentors: 29 Explore Program - Alma Public Schools BBBS of Greater Flint Reta Stanley Flint Current Men Mentors: Ginna Holmes Alma Current Men Mentors: 4 96 Foster Grandparent Program - Senior Services Karen Betley Kalamazoo Current Men Mentors: 5 BBBS of Greater Grand Rapids Paul Miller Grand Rapids Current Men Mentors: 112 Foster Grandparent Program if NWMI BBBS of Marquette County, Inc. Monika Jenczala Negaunee Current Men Mentors : 40 BBBS of Metropolitan Detroit Raquel Thueme Southfield Current Men Mentors: 304 1 Theresa Kerry Traverse City Current Men Mentors: 2 The Guidance Center Allison Smith Southgate Current Men Mentors: 16 �Jewish Family Service - Mentor Connection Michelle Malamis West Bloomfield Current Men Mentors: 47 Wexford-Missaukee County DHS Mentoring Works! Program Angela Reid Cadillac Current Men Mentors: 5 MSU Extension - Dept. of Human Services Dee Williams Cadillac Current Men Mentors: 5 MSU Extension - Manton and Mesick Schools Dee Williams Cadillac Current Men Mentors: 0 MSU Extension - DOULA and Kids Hope Dee Williams Cadillac Current Men Mentors: 10 Mid Michigan Big Brothers Big Sisters Carol Bruce-Gage Clare Current Men Mentors: 4 MSU Extension Journey 4H Youth Mentoring Lisa Bottomley Grand Haven Current Men Mentors: 11 Muskegon River Valley Big Brothers Big Sisters Aloma Jean Grein Big Rapids Current Men Mentors: 16 Oak Park Business and Education Alliance Lori Fidler Oak Park Current Men Mentors: 1 Region IV Area Agency on Aging - Foster Grandparent Program & Family Friends Program Camellia Pisegna St. Joseph Current Men Mentors: 5 The Robert H. Nitz Mentoring Program Leigh Miller St. Ignace Current Men Mentors: 1 Wedgwood Church Services/In Home Services Donna M. Byker Grand Rapids Current Men Mentors: 1 2 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2007-02-21_Mentoring-Month Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting Mentoring Month Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting Mentoring Month. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50776 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/4f30ed37b754ad2f17c2b8a6c34cfe94.pdf c2674048600c6de2b8d21cabe199e861 PDF Text Text �Best Actor/Actress in a Leading Role (Commissioner involvement) Best Original Screen Play (best program stories) Elizabeth Bunn -for hosting the first meeting of the MCSC Advocacy Committee Dan Mulhern -for ensuring that mentoring was championed at the Governor's Inaugural Events Kari Pardoe- for co-chairing the Governor's Service Awards fundraising , which raised $220,000 Bernard Parker- for his participation in Hill visits in Washington DC Larry Williamson - because he was instrumental for making sure the Mentor Michigan PSAs were played on Comcast stations statewide and for presenting Learn and Serve awards at the Learn and Serve grantee meeting. Learn and Serve - because the Rooting for the Rouge environmental project involved 17 fourth grade classrooms in Wayne Westland Community Schools. Mentor Michigan - because Randy Walker is an excellent mentor and model for our "men in mentoring" campaign AmeriCorps- because the Together We Prepare program fully trained all of its members in disaster relief services and provided on-site services to more than 1,700 Michigan residents following 228 local incidents. Governor's Service Awards - because Mildred Corey, who won the Governor George Romney Lifetime Achievement Award, began volunteering in the 1930's and still volunteers today at 90+ years of age. Volunteer Investment Grants- because the Volunteer Center of Chippewa County became financially self-sustained during the last budget year. Best Live Action Feature (program impact) Volunteer Investment Grants- because 17 volunteer centers received technology grants through the VIG program. Learn and Serve - for the more than 1 million students that participated in servicelearning projects in Michigan. AmeriCorps- because the AmeriCorps members qualified for more than $1 .5 in postservice Education Awards. Mentor Michigan - because more than 35,000 Michigan youth were matched with mentors (12,000 more than in 2004). National Service - because more than 28,000 volunteers were recruited by AmeriCorps members and service-learning practitioners. Best Achievement in Visual Effects (best photo op moments) AmeriCorps- because more than 400 AmeriCorps members were sworn in at the AmeriCorps Celebration. Governor's Service Awards -for the event "redesign" featuring Jeff Daniels. Learn and Serve- for the Outstanding Service-Learning Awards that were presented to four service-learning champions. Mentor Michigan - for the very first mentoring conference in Michigan and the publicity surrounding it to promote "men in mentoring ." MCSC Commissioners - for their enthusiastic participation in the "themed" activities and strategic planning at the 2006 board retreat. Best Animated Feature Film (the most energetic) Governor's Service Awards- for the stage "take over" by the Wolverine Harley Davidson HOG Chapter #1332 when they won the Exemplary Community Service Program Award. Mentor Michigan -for Dr. Mentor's lively keynote presentation at the Mentor Michigan Conference. AmeriCorps- for the Russ Mawby Signature Service Project, which built 10 houses in Grand Rapids (May 2006) Learn and Serve- for the energy the Service-Learning Youth Council (SLYC) provided through presentations in their local communities. MCSC Staff- for their commitment and dedication to involving all Michigan residents in volunteer service and service-learning. Best Achievement in Directing (staff achievements) Garry Gross -for the role he played in the administrative transition to Department of Human Services Amber Reiss- for her work on the Mentor Michigan Conference Angelia Salas- for leading the MCSC partnership for the Institute on Service-Learning Megan Sargent - for coordinating the AmeriCorps Signature Service Project and Celebration Paula Kaiser VanDam- for serving as acting executive director for seven months (and still serving) Best Picture (overall representation of the MCSC's work) Mentor Michigan - because in a short amount of time the MCSC partnered with mentoring professionals to impact the quality and quantity of mentoring statewide. Learn and Serve- because research has shown that students in Michigan's servicelearning programs have demonstrated a significant increase in civic knowledge. AmeriCorps - because the 891 AmeriCorps members provided service in 82 of 83 Michigan counties. Volunteer Investment Grants - because there are 27 volunteer centers in Michigan covering 40 counties and serving 82 percent of the state's population. Governor's Service Awards - because the event at the Fox Theatre recogni zed the vast range of service provided by Michigan volunteers and the impact of their work. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2007-02-21_MCSC-Academy-Awards Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting Michigan Community Service Commission academy awards Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting Michigan Community Service Commission academy awards. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50773 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/61f9a35ec73b69b22268f3fe0b56e554.pdf 41bd1b9b33bd87fdc8f14a0cc518ce9b PDF Text Text OVERVIEW OF THE MICHIGAN'S AMERICORPS RUSS MA WBY SIGNATURE SERVICE PROJECT MICH I GAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION The Russ Mawby Signature Service Project is an annual event. Each year AmeriCorps members from all around the state join together for two days of training, teambuilding, and service. By the end of the second day, projects are completed, visibly demonstrating the power of volunteers in action. The project is a partnership with the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC), Habitat for Humanity of Michigan, and Habitat for Humanity of SE Michigan. The 2007 Signature Service Project will take place in Detroit on June 6 and 7. Over 200 AmeriCorps members will come together to assist with the landscaping and construction of several homes. The MCSC builds a culture of service by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities through volunteerism. Michigan 's AmeriCorps is similar to a domestic Peace Corps. AmeriCorps programs are housed within nonprofit organizations, schools, and other agencies throughout the state. Individuals, called members, tutor and mentor children, help the homeless, feed the hungry, protect the environment, and more. In an average year, AmeriCorps members help improve the lives of more than 110,000 people and recruit approximately 26,000 volunteers. �To: ConnectMichigan Alliance, Board of Trustees Michigan Nonprofit Association, Board of Trustees From: Strategic Alliance Committee Date: January 31 , 2007 Re: Recommendations of the Strategic Alignment Committee Regarding the Potential Merger between C01mectMichigan Alliance and Michigan Nonprofit Association Cc: Kyle Caldwell, President and CEO, ConnectMichigan Alliance Sam Singh, President and CEO, Michigan Nonprofit Association The Strategic Alliance Committee would like to express its appreciation to the Board of Trustees for the ConnectMichigan Alliance and the Michigan Nonprofit Association, for opportunity help the Michigan Nonprofit Association and ConnectMichigan Alliance think strategically and methodically about the possibility of closer alignment up to and including a merger. At our January 10, 2007 meeting, you discussed that a merger between the CMA and MNA has merit and should proceed. In addition, you instructed the staff to develop a draft reconm1endation for a merger focused on the following principles: • • • • • An alignment or merger process must emphasize a joining and amplification of missions and not solely a merger of organizational structures. Any process of alignment must create a process or structure that can ensure that proceeds of the CMA Endowment and related funds housed at the Capital Region Community Foundation must be expended in line with the intention of the donors. The leadership of the Volunteer Centers of Michigan and Michigan Campus Compact (affiliate organizations) should be consulted and concems appropriately addressed in the merger process. The missions ofMNA and CMA are compatible, but the MNA mission, brand strength, systems and longevity make it best suited to serve and the overarching organizational structure in a merger. The determination of leadership for the merged organization should focus creative solutions and initially be limited to the existing leadership of the two merging organizations . Attached you will find a draft plan that proposes a merger of CMA and MNA with these principles in mind. The plan focuses on four areas: governance, leadership, stewardship, culture. Finally, we have developed a revised timeline for the merger process. We look forward to your feedback on this plan. 1 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50777 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/243e28d78276b7a27c3425ee0bd27ba2.pdf 2f2b85bace05027f5f6ee6f4f108a48d PDF Text Text Michigan Community Service Commission November 16, 2006 Radisson Hotel, Lansing MINUTES MEMBERS PRESENT: Melanie Colaianne Rob Collier Chris Kwak Janet Lawson Susan Meston Dmma Niester Kari Pardoe Bemard Parker Jerry Seese Marsha Smith Joseph Sowmick Laurie Stupak Paula K. VanDam, Ex Officio MEMBERS ABSENT: Wendy Acho Elizabeth Bunn Jimmie Comer Mayor Brenda Lawrence Russ Mawby Daniel Mulhem AI Swain Michael Thomas Shaun VanHorn Ken Whipple Larry Williamson Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran Kathy Yotmg-Welch OTHERS: Diana Algra, Volunteer Centers ofMichigan Joan Bowman, Office of the First Gentleman Kyle Caldwell, CmmectMichigan Alliance Mary Grill, Michigan Conmmnity Service Commission Janice Harvey, Michigan Community Service Commission Bob Kahle, Kahle Research Solutions, Inc. Amy Smitter, Michigan Campus Compact Michelle Snitgen, Michigan Campus Compact �I. Welcome and Introduction - Vice Chairman Rob Collier The meeting was called to order at 12 :00 by Vice Chainnan Rob Collier as Chaim1an Dan Muil1em could not attend the meeting due to a scheduling conflict. He asked everyone to introduce themselves. He introduced Dr. Susan Meston, a new Commissioner, who is Superintendent Mike Flanagan's designee. II. Mentor Michigan Census IV Results - Bob Kahle Mr. Kahle presented results from Wave IV of the Mentor Michigan Census. There are 237 registered mentoring organizations, with 137 responding to the census (58 % response rate). There were 17,522 new inquiries in 2006 with 8,000 new written applications received from potential mentors. Tliis is the lughest number of inquiries and applications ever recorded by the census. But the applications are not keeping pace with the number of inquiries. There were 28,283 young people mentored in 2006 with 16,382 active mentors which means there were an estimated 35 ,000 mentoring relationships in Micrugan in 2006. This is approximately an 11,000 person increase in children mentored. The number of active mentors from Wave I (9,108) to Wave IV (16,382) has grown significantly. This is over a 2-year period. Another measure taken from the census is the change in the number of youth mentored. In the Wave IV census, 96 orga1Iizations report an increase in matches and 22 organizations report a decrease in matches. This shows the number of mentored cruldren is growing. Wave IV also shows that there is a movement away from one-to-one mentoring and toward team mentoring. There is no significant change in mentor demographics. Mentors are still mostly female and mostly Caucasian. AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps*VISTA Participation: Satisfaction with both VISTA and AmeriCorps members is high, with more than 70% reporting "Very Satisfied" with each. Their focus is mentor recruitment, awareness building, program development and mentor retention. Their outcomes included increased mentor recruitment, partnership development improvement and a greater awareness in the community. Partnerships and Collaboratives: Businesses and faith-based organizations are the most likely partners for mentoring organizations. There are more than 1,500 Michigan businesses that have relationships with mentoring organizations. The benefits include greater awareness in the commrniity, increased mentor recruitment, increased resources and more in-kind services. Mentoring collaboratives have increased which creates better cooperation, communication and collaboration between the mentoring organizations. The results from this include greater awareness in the conununity, sharing of resources, and joint problem solving. Satisfaction with Mentor Michigan remains high. The organizations benefit from the training, mentor recruitment and marketing/awareness building that Mentor Michigan provides. Areas of support needed by mentoring organizations include more operational support (funding) and mentor recruitment support. 2 �Recommendations: Don't let up! Address key needs ofmentoring organizations which are operational funding and mentor recruitment. Funding recommendations include operational funding which could include mini re-granting program, "Plowground" by setting the stage with funding sources for mentoring organization grants, and consider a Mentor Michigan event-based fundraiser. Build mentoring organizations' capacity to raise funds by source identification, grant writing, eventbased fundraising and business partnerships. Recruitment recommendations include developing a fact-based , systematic, detailed strategic plan to recruit more men as mentors, consider review of January men and mentoring contest, consider idea generation focus groups with all key contest participants, emphasize mentor retention and refenal efforts, train board members from mentoring organizations in recruitment techniques and enhance recruitment efficiency. Quality recommendations include emphasizing quality measures directly related to better outcomes for mentored youth (intensity and duration, post-match training) and seek to reduce short-term matches, lack of match closure and mismatches. Vice-Chairman Collier suggests that these reconm1endations be discussed at the February MCSC Retreat. III. Review and Approval of September 21, 2006 Minutes - Vice Chairman Rob Collier Vice Chairman Collier asked for a motion to approve the minutes from the September 21 , 2006 board meeting. Commissioner Parker moved to approve the minutes, Cor1m1issioner Neister seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimous! y. IV. Standing Committee Reports - Vice Chaim1an Rob Collier A. The Commissioners reviewed Executive Cor1m1ittee meeting minutes from October 13, 2006. Mr. Collier asked for a motion to support the minutes, Conm1issioner Parker moved to approve the minutes, and Commissioner Seese seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. B. Funding Committee - The Funding Committee met via conference call on October 30, 2006. Notes from the call were distributed. C. Advocacy Committee - Rob Collier shared that the Advocacy Committee met via conference call on October 30, 2006. otes from the call were distributed . Kyle Caldwell gave an update on whether there has been any news on committee assignments related to national service. Senator Harkin is likely to be chair of Labor HHS appropriations. He previously drafted a letter in support of national service funding and increasing it. The House has not been determined . The members that are lined up for leadership positions on both the House and Senate side have come out publicly in support of national service. D. Service-Learning Committee - The Service-Learning Committee met via conference call on November 8, 2006. otes from the call were distributed . Kari Pardoe gave an update from the call and the discussion on the ServiceLearning Urban Initiative. She also shared that the MCSC will be applying for a State Farm Youth Advisory Grant that will focus on access to higher education and will also be connected to the urban initiative. The plan would be 3 �to give grants to urban school buildings (not districts) to focus on servicelearning. V. Executive Director Report I Updates on Progress and Challenges A. Executive D irector's Report - Paula VanDam asked Kyle to give an update on national service funding. Kyle Caldwell shared that Congress is looking at the Senate's numbers for funding which would mean at least flat funding for Michigan. Ms. VanDam shared the C CS has issued proposed rules on criminal history checks for AmeriCorps members. The MCSC has had this as a policy so it shouldn't have a big impact on Michigan. The Russ Mawby Signature Service Project will take place on June 6 and 7 in Detroit. The MCSC received a Community-Based Leam and Serve America grant and will be partnering with MSU Extension to create youth peer mentoring programs that will include service-leaming experiences for the mentor. Sixteen counties were selected to participate in the pilot year. Ms. VanDam explained that the MCSC was transfetTed in October from the Department of Labor and Economic Growth to the Department of Human Services. This transfer was made to try and protect the MCSC budget. Kyle Caldwell gave an update on the ConnectMichigan Alliance I Michigan Nonprofit Association merger. A small committee representing the Alliance partners has been fom1ed and will be developing recommendations. B. Govemor's Service Awards - Mary Grill went through the 2007 Govemor's Service Awards potential sponsors list. Commissioners were assigned as follow up contacts. An invite has been sent to Stevie Wonder to participate this year. Melanie Colaianne gave an update on the television special that will be showing the videos from the 2006 GSA finalists . It has been pushed to the first quarter of2007 because the television stations were already booked. These spots will be used to promote volunteerism, including one spot that will focus on Mentor Michigan. The Hands on Network has infonnation on their website promoting volunteerism and will be expanding it to identify organizations in Michigan so that when people watch the special, they can get infonnation on Michigan organizations from the website. C. Mentor Michigan - Ms. VanDam shared infom1ation on National Mentoring Month (January) . The theme will be "Motivating Men to Mentor" so the focus will be on men . There will be a toolkit on the Mentor Michigan website with infom1ation on local activities, media information, etc. There will be a recruitment challenge for mentoring organizations to recruit men as mentors with incentives available for those organizations that participate. Ms. VanDam also shared that during January, the organizations that operate 211 programs will pilot in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Jackson the option of calling 211 to look for mentoring opportunities. 4 �D. Michigan Campus Compact/Learn and Serve Grant - Amy Smitter thanked the MCSC for helping to make the grant happen. She gave background on Chainnan Mulhern's challenge to the college presidents to become more involved in mentoring. As a result, they set a goal to recruit 1500 new mentors in the state and are at 97% of their goal. She shared information on the Michigan Campus Compact's new program provided by the grant, Investing in College Futures (ICF). The program will strengthen the ability of colleges and universities to serve the needs ofMichigan's youth and institutionalize service and service-learning. It will help create a cycle of service and also help more youth see college in their future. Ms. Smitter introduced Michelle Snitgen who is the program coordinator for ICF. She gave background on the colleges/universities and their programs that have received grants. They are: • Alma College, which will be serving disadvantaged youth in the city of Alma. • Eastern Michigan University, which will be serving disadvantaged youth in the cities of Ann Arbor, Detroit and Jackson. • Lake Superior State University, which will be serving disadvantaged youth in Chippewa County. • Oakland Community College, which will be serving disadvantaged youth in Oakland County. • University of Michigan - Atm Arbor, which will be serving disadvantaged youth in the city ofDetroit and in Washtenaw County. • Wayne State University, which will be serving disadvantaged youth in the city of Detroit. • University ofMichigan - Dearborn, which will be a Youth to Youth Grant serving disadvantaged youth in the city ofDetroit. Through these grants, over 200 faculty, staff and alunmi will participate, over 2200 college students will get involved, and over 4000 youth will be affected. V. Public Comment Kyle Caldwell invited Conmlissioners to pa.I1icipate in the Celebrating Volunteerism event at the Capitol on Aptil 18. He also invited them to attend the Voices for National Service Hill Day on February 14 in Washington DC. VI. Adjourn The meeting adjourned at 3:00p.m. 5 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2007-02-21_Minutes-2006-11-16 Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting minutes 2006-11-16 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting minutes 2006-11-16. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50778 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/14c9b21a2126efe90c6305f0d3a4ed2b.pdf 8589d16bb9e8c2e7836debfbd8f0df70 PDF Text Text Michigan Community Service Commission February 21-22, 2007 MCSC Board Meeting and Retreat The Im1 at St. Jolms, Plymouth MINUTES MEMBERS PRESENT: Daniel Mulhern, Chair Wendy Acho Elizabeth Bunn Melanie Colaianne Rob Collier Jinunie Comer Chris Kwak Janet Lawson Russ Mawby Susan Meston Donna Niester Kari Pardoe Bernard Parker Marsha Smith Joseph Sowmick Al Swain Lany Williamson Paula K. VanDam, Ex Officio MEMBERS ABSENT: Mayor Brenda Lawrence Jeny Seese Laurie Stupak Michael Thomas Shaun VanHorn Ken Whippl e Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran Kathy Young-Welch OTHERS : Diana Algra, Volunteer Centers ofMichigan Shelly Billig, RMC Research Marcy Bishop-Kates, Michigan Community Service Conunission Kyle Caldwell, ConnectMichigan Alliance Tara Gilman, Michigan Community Service Commission Mary Grill , Michigan Community Service Commission Bob Grimm, Corporation for National and Conmmnity Service (Retreat only) Gany Gross, Michigan Community Service Commission Janice Harvey, Michigan Community Service Commission Michelle Mackie, Michigan Conununity Service Commission Maisha Maurant, Michigan Community Service Commission Mark Mullaney, Michigan Community Service Commission �Kevin Reeves, Michigan Community Service Conunission Amber Reiss, Michigan Community Service Commission Angelia Salas, Michigan Community Service Commission Megan Sargent, Michigan Community Service Cmmnission Nancy Skinner, Office of the First Gentleman Amy Smitter, Michigan Campus Compact Jocelyn Yanda, Department of Human Services Kathie Vasilion, Michigan Conmmnity Service Conm1ission Jeanine Yard, Michigan Community Service Commission I. Welcome and Introduction- Chairman Dan Mulhern The meeting was called to order at 10:20 a.m. by Chainnan Dan Mulhem. II. Review and Approval of November 16,2006 Minutes - Chairman Dan Mulhern Chairman Mulhem asked for a motion to approve the minutes from the November 16, 2006 board meeting. Conunissioner Mawby moved to approve the minutes, Co11U11issioner Niester seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. III. Standing Conu11ittee Reports - Chairman Dan Mulhern A. The Conunissioners reviewed Executive Conunittee meeting minutes from January 19, 2007. Mr. Mulhern asked for a motion to support the minutes, Commissioner Colaianne moved to approve the minutes, and Commissioner Pardoe seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. B. Advocacy Conm1ittee - Chainnan Mulhern thanked the Advocacy Committee for the work they have been doing. This work is very important and needs to continue to keep the MCSC healthy. IV. Updates on Progress and Challenges A. Service Learning 1. Shelly Billig, Vice President ofRMC Research, presented research on service-learning. She shared that Michigan has been a leader and model for the nation in service-learning. She shared results of a national study on the impact of service-learning on high school student's civic and academic engagement, including the characteristics of service-leaming that best predict results; results of Learn and Serve Evaluations in Michigan; and the in1plications for Michigan schools. First they wanted to find out the impact of participating in servicelearning. Second, what is it about service-leaming that predicts different kinds of impact. The methods included pre/post high schoo l student and teacher surveys, administrator interviews, student focus groups, classroom observations, and interviews with conununity partners. Then once they had the findings , they went back to those they surveyed and discussed the findings with them to find out their thoughts. The measures included academic engagement, valuing school, school attachment, enjoyment of math and science, enjoyment of reading/language arts and social studies, civic knowledge, civic skills, civic 2 �dispositions, civic engagement, community attachment, and efficacy. The sites for the studies were located in Fort Myers, FL; Miami FL; Anoka, MN; Tillamook, OR; Humble, TX; and Menasha WI. The results showed there were no differences between service-learning participants and non-participants except in three areas : enjoyment of subject matter, intention to vote, and specific types of civic knowledge, especially related to community and civic life. It also showed large significant differences between service-learning participants and non-participants when servicelearning sites had high quality. Attributes associated with highest outcomes include duration of at least one semester, teacher experience, type of service project, engagement in service-leaming, and essential elements. The predictors of academic outcomes included clear goals and objectives that students can articulate, cognitive and developmental challenge, assessment, fonnative and summative evaluation (enjoyment of subject matter), valuing diversity, interaction with the community, preparation for service, and reflection activities that featured critical thinking. The predictors of civic outcomes included clear goals and objectives that students can articulate, cognitive and developmental challenge, assessment (civic knowledge only), formative and summative evaluation, student voice, and valuing diversity. Service-Learning projects showed large positive character education (caring and trust) in Philadelphia, strong respect for diversity in Texas, strong civic leaming outcomes in Virginia, and strong academic outcomes in Michigan and New England. Michigan results showed that programming was very diverse, direct and indirect service, included research, was required (hours), was linked to academics, and included high quality in the areas of relevance, challenge and inclusion of civics. There were significant increases in civic knowledge scores for grades 35; there were significant decreases in school engagement; teachers felt students gained in character development and civic skills, but not in academics; students felt they gained work experience, job skills, and career awareness; student reports of engagement and quality were significantly related to outcomes; teacher reports of quality and imp lementation were not consistently related to outcomes; and intensity and duration varied substantially, from 5% to 90% of time devoted to service-leaming, with an average of 4 hours per week over 13 weeks. Recommendations: To promote academic achievement we need to incorporate more cognitive challenge, link to standards, extend projects over time, devise activities that are developmentally appropriate and establish a culture that promotes service and leaming. To promote civic engagement we need to foster a civic commitment through the development of a "social contract", guide students but give them many choices, strategies need to build on research about the topic, careful about efficacy and tackling something that is the right size, promote taking a stand, design and guide meaningful reflection activities, and include demonstration of the results. 3 �2. Angelia Salas gave an update on the Service-Learning Urban Initiative. The MCSC will be offering mini-grants around service-learning in urban areas. They will also be issuing a RFP for selected schools to begin looking at supporting service-learning at the building level in urban areas. Grants will also be available to Cities of Promise locations. The MCSC will also be able to offer these schools the opportunity to attend the National Urban Service-Learning Institute which will take place at Wayne State University in August. B. Mentor Michigan 1. MI Campus Compact Mentor Challenge Update - Amy Smitter shared that in 2004 Dan Mulhern challenged college and university presidents to recruit mentors on their campuses. The Michigan Campus Compact Board ofDirectors accepted his challenge to recruit 1,500 mentors in the state over the next three years. This year the MCC included mentoring survey data with their National Campus Compact survey information for Michigan and had more than half of the college and universities fill out that section. There is more work to be done to get all of the campus to repmi their mentoring data. In the last two years, at least 5,000 students, staff and faculty were mentoring across campuses. In tenns of the challenge, they doubled the challenged amount with over 3,000 new mentors. Mr. Mulhern will be re-challenging them at their March meeting. There are two programs that the MCSC is helping Campus Compact with to help meet the challenge. The first is an AmeriCorps Education Award program that offers scholarships to college students who agree to 300 hours of community service as part of their college experience. They receive $1 ,000 in return. They have recruited 350 members. A large portion of these members are serving disadvantaged youth, with a large portion of those mentoring. The second program is the Learn and Serve America Grant, "Investing in College Futures", that MCC and MCSC worked closely on. This is $1.14 million over the next three years to help colleges and universities around assisting disadvantage youth. The MCC has also learned that the colleges and universities are facilitating placements between mentors and college students, faculty and staff and some are even running their own mentoring programs. 2. Mentoring Month Update - Paula K. VanDam shared some ofthe highlights from Mentoring Month. There were several local events held throughout the state including community collaboratives and college campuses holding celebrations to promote mentoring. The Governor and First Gentlemen highlighted Mentor Michigan during inaugural events and raised over $100,000 for Mentor Michigan during these events. A new partnership was forn1ed with United Way ofMichigan to pilot the 211 number for potential mentors to find out about mentoring opportunities. New tllis year was the Men in Mentoring Recruitment Challenge and 32 organizations signed on 4 �the challenge to recruit more men as mentors in January. They have reported that they recruited approximately 300 men as mentors during tllis period. Mentor Michigan also launched its online directory where people can search for mentoring organizations and its Corporate Honor Roll to recognize businesses that support mentoring in Michigan. 3. National Governor' s Association- Chairman Mulhern shared that he is the chair of the spouses group and will have the National Mentoring Partnership talk about mentoring at their meeting and the win/win situation of having the mentoring initiative part of state commissions. 4. DHS/MSU-E Mentoring Foster Youth Pilot - Commissioner Marsha Snlith gave an overview of this initiative which links foster youth aging out ofthe foster care system with mentors. This collaborative effort between DHS and MSU would train the mentors to help with specific objectives (job traitling, education, housing, etc) to help guide their transition from foster care to independence. Paula K. VanDam shared that there may be a possibility to connect ArneriCorps members to this initiative. The MCSC has submitted a competitive application to the Corporation to merge the CMA Mentor Michigan AmeriCorps program with the MSU Extension Mentoring AmeriCorps program. Also, dealing with kids aging out of foster care is a priority for the Corporation. The MCSC has had conversations with Evan Albert around VISTA's related to tllis initiative as well. They would have far more flexibility. C. National Service Update - Megan Sargent gave an overview of ArneriCorps Week (May 13-20) to make more people aware of AmeriCorps and what the programs are doing. Michigan's ArneriCorps members will be using "100 Hours ofPower" as their theme and will do service projects in their commuruties. Commissioners were encouraged to attend these projects in their areas. There will also be an onsite service project during the Nonprofit Superconference where they will be making fleece blankets for an orgaruzation and are encouraging everyone at the conference to donate 15 minutes of time. She also shared that she is working on establishing a good ArneriCorps Alums base. There are a couple of Alum chapters in Michigan and she is working with them to engage them and keep them connected. The goal is to get them involved in mentoring or other areas of service. Ms. VanDam also shared that the Russ Mawby Signature Service Project will be June 6-7 in Detroit and will be a Habitat build. Commissioners were encouraged to attend. Ms. VanDam gave an update on federal funding. The 2007 appropriations were just finalized and both the House and the Senate passed a continuing resolution to the end of the fiscal year and the President has signed it. The decrease in funding for ArneriCorps from FY04 to FY07 is $58 million. The Learn and Serve budget is also looking at a $6 million cut and $11 million for FY08. This will be a busy year for the MCSC as far as educating the lawmakers about the 5 �importance of national service. Congress may also be taking up reauthorization this year. Commissioner Collier asked if talking points could be given to Commissioners regarding the funding cuts and what it means for Michigan. MCSC Staff will draft talking points and distribute. D. CmmectMichigan Alliance I Michigan Nonprofit Association Update Commissioners Mawby and Lawson have represented the MCSC on the committee that is looking at the merger of the two organizations. Mr. Maw by gave an update on the merger. They have talked about the benefit of coming together and the merger of the mission ofboth organizations. He said each organization has a distinctive role but there are a lot of areas of commonality and activities. The leadership and staff of the organizations along with the boards of the organizations have actively been involved. The agreement is the umbrella organization will be the Michigan Nonprofit Association coming together with the resources and experiences of the ConnectMichigan Alliance to have a merger of missions. The specific concern is the integrity of the $20 million endowment and systems incorporated to protect the intentions of the donors. There will be an advisory group that will oversee the endowment. The reconm1endation for the merger will go to both boards in March for their approval. E. Volunteer Investment Grants - Diana Algra gave an update on the VIG initiative (see attached report). Volunteer Centers ofMichigan (VCM) has worked on more than 75% of Bob Kahle's recommendations from his report in 2005 . There has been an update in technology and developed a web-based reporting system. They are also working with current centers to expand their coverage area. Ms. VanDam explained that the MCSC asked VCM to submit a proposal for the Michigan Volunteer Investment Grants for FY07 to build on the momentum over the past two years. VCM is proposing continuing with the universal coverage of the expansion grants, a continuation of their Leadership Academy, and continuing to provide technology grants with a focus on the creation of the Statewide Volunteer Matching Portal. The MCSC staff recommends funding to the Volunteer Centers ofMichigan in the amount of$200,000. Chairman Mulhern asked for a motion to approve the staff recommendations for the VIG funding. Commissioner Collier made the motion to approve the staff recommendations, Commissioner Colaianne seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. F. Conmmnications Update - Mary Grill shared that the new MCSC Annual Report was distributed to Commissioners. There are facts, figures and good stories about the MCSC programs. She also explained that each Commissioner has received a new Key Information Binder. She shared that Anita Baker will be the headliner at the Governor' s Service Awards. The event will be held at the Fox Theater in Detroit and will be similar to last year's event. She distributed a GSA potential sponsor chart and asked Commissioners to look 6 �• it over and let her know if there are any changes or additions . The GSA Committee also suggested that the sponsorship levels be adjusted this year due to the tight economy. There will be one $15,000 sponsorship, the premier level has been lowered from $15,000 to $10,000, and the pacesetter level has been lowered from $10,000 to $7,500. There is concern about reaching the fundraising goal but the goal this year will be to meet event expenses. Chairman Mulhern said that it is important that we not set our sights too low. There has been a lot of challenge for businesses but there has been a lot of growth for other sectors (service areas, health care, technology, etc.). He encouraged Commissioners to think about who needs to be on the list and how we can get to them to commit to supporting the Governor's Service Awards. We need to all work hard and to keep doing the follow up calls. There is plenty of money out there so we need to be optimistic. V. Adjourn The meeting adjourned at 1:45 pm for MCSC Board Retreat. 7 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. 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Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50779 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/29aed869e5baaa191b2d458fb58141af.pdf 7df9501c477a29e3921daff8e53019f3 PDF Text Text STATE OF MICHIGAN JENNIFER M. GRANHOLM, Governor MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION Chairperson Daniel G. Mulhern 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing , Michigan 48913 Telephone : (517) 335-4295 FAX: (517) 373-4977 www.michigan .gov/mcsc Acting Executive Director Paula Kaiser VanDam MEMORANDUM TO: Members and Friends of the Michigan Community Service Commission FROM: Paula Kaiser VanDam, Acting Executive Director DATE: February 14, 2007 RE: Commissioner Retreat- February 21-22, 2007 The Commissioner Retreat is fast approaching. Our retreat will take place at the beautiful Inn at St. John's, located in Plymouth (directions are attached). We will have three guest speakers joining us. Shelley Billig, Vice President ofRMC Research, will present on recent servicelearning research findings for Michigan; Bob Grimm, Director of Research and Policy Development, CNCS, will give us a summary of recent research on volunteerism; and Marianne Udow, Director of the Department ofHuman Services, will present on DHS and MCSC partnerships. The board meeting will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday. During the retreat, we have some fun activities to help us establish new short and long-term goals . There will be a reception and dinner Wednesday evening which will be a great time to get to know your fellow Commissioners. On Thursday the retreat will begin at 8:00a.m. and will conclude with lunch at noon. Ash Wednesday Mass schedules for Catholic churches in Plymouth for Wednesday, February 21 st are attached. I look forward to seeing you at the Inn at StJohn's on Wednesday, February 21 st. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2007-02-21_Next-Retreat-Letter Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting next retreat letter Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting next retreat letter. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50780 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/2f82dd5934240c6c727b1725f8d73112.pdf 0dce9673a85572d8e9403aba427b4f2a PDF Text Text MCSC Board Retreat 2007 Planning Guide ~ ~\~ Where we are now: D r:S Step 2: _ _ _ __ --· 1u _... , "'-.1 ~ ~ ,,,.. / "-'' I'C/ . ~¥- I~ .P ~·J,rg_"' ~ •• i'1. .. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50781 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/924f7dae057c601c1a191bcd735be266.pdf 53f571ea76343c72998bab50a61a07dc PDF Text Text -- Page 1 of 1 Janice Harvey - Registration Form for MCSC Retreat From: To: Date: Janice Harvey MCSC Commissioners Subject: Registration Form for MCSC Retreat CC: Bowman, Joan; Commissioner Assistants; Kaiser Van Dam, Paula 1/10/2007 4:18:04 PM The wait is over! Your 2007 MCSC Retreat Registration Form is attached. The MCSC Board Retreat will take place on Wednesday and Thursday, February 21-22. We will begin at 10:00 am on Wednesday and conclude at 12:00 noon on Thursday (lunch will be provided on Thursday, along with togo boxes in case you would like to take it with you). Please fill out the attached registration form and either fax or email back to me by Thursday, February 1st. We look forward to seeing all of you in February. Janice Harvey Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing MI 48913 Phone: (517) 373-4998 Fax: (517) 241-3869 harveyj ! @michigan .gov file: //C:\Documents%20and%20Settings\HarveyJ1 \Local%20Settings\Temp\GW}0000 1.H. .. 1/10/2007 �Page 1 of 1 Janice Harvey - MCSC Meeting Dates Update for 2007 From: To: Date: Subject: CC: Janice Harvey Algra, Diana; Carroll, Karen; ealbert@cns.gov; kyle@connectmichiganalliance.org; singhsam@mnaonline.org; smitter@micampuscompact.org; Vanda, Jocelyn; Wolenberg, Carol 1/10/2007 4:31:09 PM MCSC Meeting Dates Update for 2007 kcooney@mnaonline.org; Long, Shelley; mestrada @connectmichiganalliance.org Happy New Year!!! ! February Meeting: I just wanted to remind you that our MCSC Board Retreat is coming up soon! It is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, February 21 and 22 at the Inn at St. Johns in Plymouth. We will begin at 10:00 am on Wednesday and conclude at 12:00 noon Thursday. (lunch will be provided on Thursday, along with to-go boxes in case you would like to take it with you) . Please fill out the attached registration form and either fax or email back to me by Thursday, February 1st. April Meeting: We have moved our April Board Meeting back one week to Friday, April 27 (originally scheduled for April 20). This meeting will take place at the MCSC office in Lansing from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. September Meeting: Commissioner Joe Sowmick has offered to host our September meeting. Pleasant on Friday, September 28th, from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The meeting will take place in Mt. I have attached an updated meeting schedule. Janice Harvey Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing MI 48913 Phone: (517) 373-4998 Fax: (517) 241-3869 harveyjl_@michigan.gov file ://C:\Documents%20and%20Settings\HarveyJ1 \Local%20Settings\ Temp\GW}0000 l.H. .. 1110/2007 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2007-02-21_Retreat-Emails Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting retreat emails Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting retreat emails. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50782 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/df94b88d32b16940e4abf0c0b2c934dc.pdf 7688be28fa20a192836bbf470e230b82 PDF Text Text J ~tii ce Harvey - Stuff for board retreat --~---- ---- PageI• 1 r' ··' I"· . I' ... > From: To : Megan Date: Subject: Jeanine Yard Grill , Mary; Harvey, Janice; Kaiser Van Dam, Paula; Metzmaker, Michelle; Sargent, 1/31/2007 1:54 :59 PM Stuff for board retreat I have attached an agenda from our 05 SL YC meeting. It may prompt some ideas . I have also attached the brainstorming planning form . Fast Icebreaker ideaPut the name of a movie star ( in a star) on the back of each person and they have to ask others yes or no questions to find out who they are. At the end they introduce themselves and their alter ego ·•· ~ At the dinner- Play movie-related trivia. If we are having a sit-down dinner, roll a sheet of trivia questions, and tie it with Ribbon . Set the little bundles at each place setting . If we are serving food buffet style, put them in a top hat . Provide a list of movies and movie stars; have guests match as many actors/actresses with the films they starred in, or have them try to match movie titles with the year the movie was released . Another "Hollywood" trivia game is to see who can name the most films that have won an Academy Award ™ for "Best Picture •I :1 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2007-02-21_Retreat-Game-Ideas-Email Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting retreat game ideas email Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2007-02-21 commission meeting retreat game ideas email. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50783 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-21