629 24 26018 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/3181950a798b70162a3ce042bab758fd.pdf 4497ce3a0d6412a62cf088f1ad43a885 PDF Text Text Chairperson Michelle Engler ..-acutive Director Diana Rodriguez Algra JOHN ENGLER , Governor DEPARTMENT OF LABOR MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 111 S. CAPITOL AVENUE OLDS PLAZA, 4TH FLOOR P.O. BOX 30015 LANSING MICHIGAN 48909 TEL. (517) 335-4295 LOWELL W. PERRY, Director January 2, 1992 Ms. Catherine Milton, Executive Director The Commission on National and Community Service The National Press Building, Suite 428 529 14th Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20045 Dear Ms. Milton: Please accept this letter as the State of Michigan's formal letter of intent to apply for funding under the National and Community Service Act of 1990. Governor John Engler has created the Michigan Community Service Commission composed of twenty-one members representing various sectors of the state and a wide range of interests (please see attached list of Commission members), to serve as the lead state agency with regard to this national initiative. We currently intend to apply for funding under the following subtitles: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Subtitle B 1 Subtitle B2 Subtitle C SubtitleD Subtitle E Therefore, we request at this time that we be forwarded a packet of application materials. Please have these sent to the attention of Ms. Diana Algra, Executive Director, Michigan Community Service Commission, Olds Plaza Bldg., 111 S. Capitol Avenue, P.O. Box 30015, Lansing, Michigan 48909. In closing, let me say that I look forward to working with you and members of your staff in the coming months. Sincerely, ~~ First Lady of Michigan and Chairperson of the MCSC --, 0 MDL·588 (10·91 ) � 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, 51426 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 1992 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/2122c431bfe9215e11d08dccda0b4a79.pdf 59849ea648fd3b217fd3d57636fdb4a4 PDF Text Text STATE OF MICHIGAN Chairperson Michelle Engler Executive Director Diana Rodriguez Algra JOHN ENGLER , Governor DEPARTMENT OF LABOR MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 111 S. CAPITOL AVENUE OLDS PLAZA, 4TH FLOOR P.O. BOX 30015 LANSING MICHIGAN 48909 TEL. (517) 335-4295 LOWELL W. PERRY, Director DATE: February 26, 1992 TO: Michigan Community Service Commissioners FROM: Diana Algra, Executive Director Michigan Community Service Commission SUBJECT: National Community Service Act: State Application materials Enclosed please find the five (5) parts of our state application. These are in draft form. I apologize for not being able to get these to you sooner. In an effort to assist you with the understanding of our application, each contributing writer of the application will be attending our meeting this Friday. They will present a five (5) minute overview of their particular Title and be prepared to answer your questions. Be assured that during the next three weeks the following steps will be taken to complete our state application for submission: a Meetings will be scheduled once a week (3-4, 3-9, 3-1 7) with the core writing team to refine specific areas, address any concem raised by the Commission and articulate the interface of one title with another and with our overall state plan. b. A meeting is being scheduled on the development of a statewide evaluation scheme. c. Frank Dirks will visit us on March 13, 1992 to provide feed back on our plan. d. We will use the Commission working group, that volunteered at our last meeting to provide final comment. Thank you. MDL-588 (10-91 ) �Chairperson Michelle Engler Executive Director Diana Rodriguez Algra JOHN ENGLER, Governor DEPARTMENT OF LABOR MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 111 S. CAPITOL AVENUE OLDS PLAZA, 4TH FLOOR P.O. BOX 30015 LANSING MICHIGAN 48909 TEL. (51 7) 335-4295 LOWELL W. PERRY, Director DATE: February 18, 1992 TO: Members of the Michigan Community Service Commission FROM: Diana V. Algra, Executive Director \'~ · Michigan Community Service Commiss]o I G._ SUBJECT: Next Meeting Enclosed you will find some materials for our next Commission meeting which is scheduled for Friday, February 28,1992. Our meeting is being hosted by Dr. John DiBiaggio at Michigan State University in the Board Room, 4th floor of the John Hannah Administration Building. Materials enclosed include: 1. 2. 3. 4. Agenda Minutes of January meeting Map and parking permit for Michigan State University Brief overview of the National and Community Service Legislation (per Commissioner Dottie Johnson request) It is our intention to have to you, prior to the meeting, a rough draft of the State Application. Let me thank all of the Commissioner who volunteered to be part of the working group to assist us in the grant application review process prior to our meeting. We hope to have draft sections to you sometime the week of the 17th ofFebruary. The time frame allowed is not ideal but I am confident that we will meet our deadlines. Should you have any questions or need additional information, do not hesitate to contact the office. Please call into Mary Estrada at (517) 355-4295, to confirm your attendance at the February 28,1992 meeting. MOL-588 (10 -91) �DATE: December 5, 1991 TO: Michigan Community Service Commissioners FROM: Diana Algra, Executive Director Michigan Community Service Commissioners SUBJECT: Recommendations on Youth Service America Report At the November 22, 1991 Michigan Community Service Commission meeting, Mr. Frank Dirks gave an oral presentation of his Michigan Community Service Commission Report. Printed copies of this report were also distributed. Just a reminder that comments on this report are needed from commissioners by December 20, 1991. Please mail or fax your comments to: Michigan Community Service Commission Olds Plaza Building, 4th Floor 111 S. Capitol Avenue P.O. Box 30015 Lansing, Michigan 48909 Telephone: (517) 335-4295 Fax: (517)373-4977 Thank you for your assistance and if you have any questions, please call me. �DATE: November 12,1991 TO: Michigan Community Service Commissioners FROM: Diana Algra, Executive Director SUBJECT: Update 1. Thank you all for attending the Commission Meeting on October 31, 1991 at the Olds Plaza Building. It was a very productive meeting. 2. A reminder that the next meeting is schedule for November 22, 1991 at Olds Plaza Building, Governor's Cabinet Room, 2nd Floor, from 1:00- 4:00p.m. Please RSVP to Mary Estrada at (517) 335-4295 as soon as possible. 3. Again, we are asking for volunteers to host Commission meetings in your areas. If you are able to host a meeting please contact Mary Estrada as soon as possible and give her the details including the date, location, and any other information that is pertainent to you hosting the meeting. 4. Enclosed are the preliminary Federal regulations for your review. Also a copy of the minutes from the October meeting. Thank you and if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (517) 3354295. Enclosures �COMMISSION ON NATIONAL AND COMMUNITY SERVICE SUMMARY The Commission on National and Community Service was created to provide leadership in strengthening the spirit of community involvement for all citizens, especially the young. The Commission's grant program will stimulate a wide array of service initiatives and will encourage community partnerships to address the educational, human service, environmental and public safety needs of the nation. The National and Community Service Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-610, as amended) provides program funds, trainirlg and technical assistance to States and communities to develop and expand service opportunities. The Act is intended to: * * * * * * * * * * Renew the ethic of civic responsibility in the United States Encourage citizens, regardless of age, income or ability, to engage in full-time or part-time service Involve youth in programs that benefit the nation and improve their own lives Enable young adults to make a sustained commitment to service by removing barriers created by high education costs, loan indebtedness and the cost of housing Build on the network of existing federal, state, and local programs and agencies Involve participants in activities that would not otherwise be performed by paid workers Generate additional volunteer service hours to help meet human, educational, environmental and public safety needs, particularly those related to poverty Encourage institutions to volunteer their resources and energies and to encourage service among their members, employees and affiliates Identify successful and promising community service initiatives and disseminate information about them Discover and encourage new leaders PROGRAM Commission funds will be available in four major categories: Serve-Aaerica. This year, $18.9 million is available for programs sponsored by schools or community-based agencies to involve school-aged youth in service to the community. It also supports programs that involve adult volunteers in the schools. Funding is allocated according to a state-level formula. Higher Education Innovative Project• For Coaaunity Service. Higher education institutions or public agencies working in partnership with those institutions can be awarded $5.6 million. Funds will support student community service projects or teacher training in service-learning principles and skills. Aaerican Con•ervation Corp• and Youth Service Corp• Prograa. Full-time, yearround conservation corps and youth service corps programs that take place in the summer months can receive $22.5 million. These programs must involve teenagers and young adults, who may receive job and skill training, living allowances and scholarships. Full-tiae and Part-tiae National and Coaaunity Service Prograa•. As many as ten states may share $22.5 million in 1992 to engage individuals ages 17 and older in full-time or part-time service. Participants will receive education or housing benefits upon completion of their term of service. �In addition, the Commission may fund several other types of programs; demonstration projects for rural youth, employer-based retiree volunteer programs, Governor's innovative service programs, Peace Corps/VISTA training program, and efforts to match Foster Grandparent programs with Head Start. The types of service activities are broadly defined; participants may perform any educational, human, environmental, or public safety service project that will benefit the community. In general, programs must include the following elements: * * * * * * Appropriate training and supervision of participants Recruitment of economically and educationally disadvantaged individuals and those with disabilities Involvement of participants in meaningful service experiences Learning components that are appropriate to the age of the participants Community partnerships in program planning and delivery Significant impact in achieving the goals of the Act FUNDS AND APPLICATIONS A total of $73m is available to the Commission in fiscal year 1992. In addition to program grants, the Commission will provide training and technical assistance and may fund four regional clearinghouses to give information and assistance to service programs. States may apply to receive funds under any or all of the four major program categories. They are strongly encouraged to establish a state advisory committee to assist in the development of a comprehensive state service plan and in the completion of the state applications. This committee should include representatives of state agencies and a variety of local and community-based organizations, labor, business, educators, parents, youth and volunteer organizations. Indian Tribes are considered as States under this Act and can submit applications as a State. Under some of the four major categories, if a state declines to submit an application, a local applicant such as a school, college, local government or community-based agency may apply directly to the Commission. These local applicants should contact their governor's office directly for information about the state planning and application process. Some sections of the Act require that applicants provide matching funds. Individual program applications must contain a program description and budget; and assurances that the applicant will comply with the Act (including nondiscrimination provisions and the requirement that participants not be used to displace paid employees), will use federal funds to supplement rather than supplant non-federal funds, and will consult with local labor organizations before placing participants in service positions. 2 �COMMISSION ON NATIONAL AND COMMUNITY SERVICE TIMELINE The Commission on National and Community Service was created to provide leadership in strengthening the spirit of community involvement for all citizens, especially the young. The Commission's grant program will stimulate a wide array of service initiatives and will encourage community partnerships to address the educational, human service, environmental and public safety _needs of the nation. The National and Community Service Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-610, as amended) provides program funds, training and technical assistance to states and communities to develop and expand s~rvice opportunities. The Commission is governed by a Board of Directors appointed by the President and chaired by Paul N. McCloskey, Jr. Catherine Milton serves as the Executive Director of the Commission. The Commission can be reached at: The National Preaa Building 529 14th Street N.W. 4th Floor Washington, D.C. 20004 (202) 724-0600 A total of $73 million is available to the Commission during fiscal year 1992. Complete details about funds, applications and program requirements can be found in the proposed regulations for the Act, which appear in Part III of the November 8, 1991 issue of the Federal Register. A thirty-day notice and comment period will allow individuals and organizations to give their input before the final regulations are published in January. Comments must be submitted in writing to the Commission address. The final regulations and applications will be published in the Federal Register in mid-January. In general, funds will go to the States. However, under certain sections, if a State declines to submit an application, a local applicant such as a school, college, local government or community-based agency may apply directly to the Commission. In order to facilitate these local applications, States must notify the Commission by January 20, 1992 that they intend to submit a state application and, if so, for which of the four major program categories they intend to apply. Since Indian Tribes will be considered as states under this Act, they too must submit a notice to the Commission of intention to apply. In late January, the Federal Register will publish a list of states that have given notice of the intention to apply for funds. All applications, both State and local, will be due to the Commission on March 16, 1992, and grants will be made in May or June. �\0Lfl11 SEI{\;JCE AMEIUO\_____ "The late-breaking vol. I lllllllhcr 3 news Oil tire Natiollal alld Community Senicc Front" October 23, 1991 On October 20-21 the Commission on Nmional and Community Service held its second meeting at the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC. Attending the two day meeting were Commissioners mack, Byron, Ferrier, Hesselbein, Khazei, King, l,enkowski, Mac/\llister, McCloskey, Meisel, Phelps, Romney, Rouse, Sagawa, and Young. Ex -Officio member Jane Kenny, Director of Action was also in attendance. The Commission, which held its first public meeting, made several major decisions. It decided to split the funds for Subtitle B of the Act with 75% of the funds for K-12 programs, and 25% for higher education programs. In FY 92 that translates to about $16.R million for Part I of Subtitle Band $5 .6 million for Part 11. In addition, the Commission adopted regulatory language that requires States to submit comprehensive service plans in order to receive funding under the Act. The staff recommended the following time line to the Commission, which was agreed to, with the ·possibility that it could be amended: Publish Proposed Regulations-Public Comment Period Begins November 4, 1991 Public Comment Period Ends December I R, 1991 Commission Publishes final Regulations and Application forms January 16, 1992 State Declares Intention to Apply January 20, 1992 /\pplictttion due March 16, 1992 (~rantec May, 1992 Notification The Commission decided to make grants under Subtitle C of the Act in the $25,0CX> to $1.5 million range nnd to make gmnts to institutions of higher education in the $15,000 to $250,0<X> range, with smaller grants possible for student groups and larger grants possible for consortia of universities and universities that are part of state plans. 1319 F S1rer.1, NW, Suite 900, Washington. DC 20004 ?0?178 3·f1855 • FAX 202/347 -2603 �1\ final decision on the use of the$ 5.5 million remaining after allocations of 30% of FY 92 appropriated funds to Subtitles B-D was deferred to the November meeting. The Commission did , however, agree to fund at least three of five programs under Subtitle E of the /\ct. The Commission further agreed to use some of the$ 5.5 million to fund other activities authorized under the Act. T he Commission also detem1incd its meeting schedule through May, 1992. By meeting outside of Washington, the Commission will have the opportunity to meet program operators , state officials, and young people from the field . It will also provide the Commission the opportunity to engage in direct service as part of their meetings. Nov e mber 15-16, 1991 Washington, DC , January 12-13, 1992 Indianapolis, IN ' March 29-30, 1992 Boston , MA April 24 -25, 1992 San Antonio, TX M<1y 1-3, ! 992 w~"hingtort DC Fo r further information , please contact Frank Slobig and Art Ochoa at YS/\. � 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. 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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, 51427 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 1992 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/66c312849aaa7cff067bbd36c2842354.pdf 8ac561d9b1aba0f16d1663a5781853e3 PDF Text Text l\1EMORANDUM ro: FROM: Frank Dirk DATE: August 19, 1 RE: Draft Recommendations to the Michigan youth service commission As promised you will find a compilation of the work produced during the June youth service conference and the subsequent planning meetings. This includes an outline of · proposed recommendations for the state youth service plan. I have also included a copy of the UCS survey that Geneva Williams mentioned on July 15. I will revise this draft document based on the comments that I receive from you. A final repon will be submitted to the state youth service commission in early September to serve as both background and base for their planning. Youth Service America will continue to provide technical assistance to the commission through the end of the year. The final repon will contain more detailed recommendations than those contained in this draft. The final recommendations will include technical reference to provisions contained in the Act. The outline before you however reflects the basic tone and approach accepted by a consensus of the members of the planning meetings. Please feel free to raise whatever questions or concerns that you may have regarding the outline. The final report will also contain extensive appendixes that include the written comments submitted at the July 31 meeting, copies of the letters sent to the Nonprofit Forum, the most current summary of strategies adopted by other states, and cenain survey instruments. If there is anything else that you believe should be included, please let me know. Sixteen of the National Commission members have been confirmed by the Senate. We anticipate that they will meet soon to discuss administrative requirements. We still expect that FY91 funds will be carried over. We estimate that the application process should begin well into the Fall. The extra time will help to strengthen Michigan's efforts. With a Governor's Commission, the fine support of the First Lady, two Youth Ambassadors from the Points of Light Foundation, and the impressive work of each of the connibutors this planning and development effort the state is well on the way to making youth service an enduring pan of life in Michigan We will try to get the final report to the state commission by no later than September 10. Please try to get your comments to me by September 4. You can call or write to me with your comments and further suggestions at: (202) 783-8855 Youth Service America 1319 F Street N.W. Suite 900 Washington, D.C. 20004 �INTEREST GROUP CAUCUS DISCUSSIONS Groups from five youth service interest areas. Community-Based Organizations, K-12, Service and Conservation Corps. Higher Education, and Youth Involvement, met to discuss youth service issues in their respective fields and opportunities for program development. Below is a summary their recommendations. COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS The group representing Community-Based Organizations began their discussion by identifying common goals. They were most interested with developing means for drawing youth into their organizations. They recognized youth service as both a method of youth development and a practical approach for recruiting youth into their organizations. Common Goals: • • • • • • • • Design a system that values young people as resources Promote educational development and growth Encourage young people to commit to community service Involve young people in issue areas that concern them Recognize service as part of personal development Identify collaboration links and program resources Expand positive opportunities for young people Recognize the shon- and long-term value of youth service The group produced a ten point list for developing opponunities for youth service. The group emphasized the imponance of training and state-wide, inter-organizational network development They also stressed the imponance of providing meaningful opponunities for youth to share in this process. There should be a sustained and coordinated connection between youth service programs and broader volunteer effons. Points for Develo.pment: • • • • • • • • • • Training programs for adults, youth, and agencies Inter-organizational infonnation networks Youth Ownership Community agency ownership Long-term. broad-based community suppon Institutionaliz.e youth service Evaluaae individual and state-wide programs Volunteer Recognition Criteria for program development Link youth service and other voluntary efforts Limited training, staffing, and funding are seen as challenges to attaining these goals. Young people must also have visible leadership roles.. The task of increasing youth leadership opportunities in these efforts without causing concern among adults in established roles requires careful attention. �Challenges: • • • • • • Limited training resources Limited staff Creating youth ownership Turf issues Limited funding Involving youth who are not students K-12 EDUCATION This group looked at ways of institutionalizing service in the schools. Common Goals: • • • Service opponunities in every middle and high school Service integrated into the curriculum Service as an imponant consideration for college admission Each local school program should be allowed to develop according to its owns needs. However, all schools should panicipate in the public promotion of youth service, emphasize multi-cultural programming, and establish formal evaluation processes. Workshops and conferences should be conducted for youth and agency contacts. Transponarion assistance and liability coverage issues require further consideration. Points for Development: • • • • • • • • Create local ownership by principals, counselors, teachers and students Promote model programs Emphasize multi-cultural programs Develop means for qualitative program evaluation Conduct workshops for schools and agencies on collaborative youth service program development State conferences for young people involved in community service programs Develop a transportation infasttucture Establish a standard policy for volunteer liability SERVICE AND CONSERVATION CORPS This group concentrated on new directions for corps programs. Sustained funding is a major concern. The group recommended that a bipartisan state commission on youth service explore creative funding strategies drawing on public and private resources. Future program viability will also depend on strong local community suppon, including the private sector. Youth service needs greater recognition; a leader and spokesperson to carry the youth service message across the state. On a more philosophical level, the definition of youth service must be inclusive. �Points for Development: • • • • • • • • • • Joint (MCC!NBA) use and development of resources and programs Create a state-wide youth corps advisory council Involve educators in corps efforts Increase leveraging of JTPA, Vocational Education, CDBG, and Vocational Rehabilitation funds Develop overall (MCC/NBA) coordination Identify a spokesperson for youth service Explore the feasibility of a state-wide youth service corporation Create a bipartisan state commission with representatives from corporations, corps, community-based organizations, foundations, youth, labor, and state agencies Involve the private sector in funding, personnel, training, and mentoring Improve private sector local support Additional Points: • • Ensure that the definition of service includes corps programs Explore broad collaborations based on more than those suggested in the National and Community Service Act HIGHER EDUCATION Representatives from colleges and universities drew up a list of important points that will advance service in their instirutions. Youth community service should be fully integrated into all aspects of campus life. Colleges and universities should increase their collaboration with other organizations that are involved in youth service. Special emphasis should be made in linking campuses to the communities around them. Training workshops and community service programs on all campuses throughout the state are also priorities. Points for Development: • • • • • • • • Push for a Governor's comprehensive youth service plan Promote an integrated service curriculum Promote service research Promote collaborative programs with K-12, teacher training, community activities, and youth leadership Create new service approaches such as: College srudent corps programs Involving non-traditional students Internships Develop active programs on all Michigan campuses Use college students in building other programs Institutionalize service learning in the university structure YQUTii INVOLVEMENT The youth attending the conference came up with three broad categories of interest: service opportunities, quality and quantity of programs, and ways to instill a lifetime ethic of service. �Organizations should work collaborativly to establish regional and state networks and clearinghouses to assist in spreading infonnation. Increased youth involvement in policy development and implementation would allow young people to feel a sense of ownership in their programs. Greater panicipant diversity will improve the educational value of programs. Common Goals: • • • • • Create a state-wide Volunteer Clearinghouse Agency that would promote: Infonnation and dissemination on youth service Program networking Volunteer recognition Local and regional clearinghouses State and community coalition building Youth involvement in policy development and implementation Diversity of participants Sexvice and Consexvation Corps, school-based, mentoring, and community-based programs should be expanded. Broader training opponunities and common quality standards for all programs are imponant. Points for Development: • • • • • • • Expand sexvice and consexvation corps programs Improve school based programs: Integrate service into the curriculum Train school coordinators aware of service opponunities Strengthen community-based programs Develop collaborative models among community-based programs, service corps, and school programs Develop mentoring programs: Students as mentors Peer to peer relationships Link service reflection to learning about relevant social issues Broadly implement quality standards accepted by the youth service field The development of a lifetime ethic of service is an overarching goal. The importance of youth sexvice, for the community and young people should be demonstrated by recognizing achievement, forgiving and/or deferring student loans, and promoting career opportunities in the non-profit, public service sector. Promoting a Lifetime Commitment: • • • • A wards and recognition Loan forgiveness and deferral for students involved Evaluation and reflection which allow young people to understand the significance of their actions Encouragement of youth to enter careers in the non-profit and public service sector. �COLLABORATION CAUCUS GROUP DISCUSSIONS On the second day conference participants were divided into four inter-interest groups to collaborativly explore future directions for youth service in Michigan. The recommendations of the four groups shared similar themes. Therefore the summary combines group reports into three thematic categories: diversity, youth leadership, and educational issues. DIVERSITY Youth service programs should emphasize diverse participation. Diversity should reflect gender, age, culture, race, and class. Intergenerational and mentoring programs are imponant models with which to connect. The caucus groups indicated that young people, Native Americans, youth service program operators, and people from northern communities and Detroit should have greater representation in future youth service activities. Increase Panicipation of: • • • • • Youth, including at-risk Metro Detroit Northern Communities Native American communities Youth service program operators Consider Linkin&: • • • • Intergenerational projects Mentoring programs Joint projects (Higher Ed. and K-12) Collaborative community action councils YOUTH LEADERSHIP Community agencies must develop and display trust in young people. Community organizations and schools should be encouraged to take risks and try new things to involve young people.. Public relations campaigns to highlight positive contributions of youth service can ~ perceptions about the value of youth contributions to the community. Agencies should create development tracks for young people to grow into positions responsibility. Young people should be involved in program planning. Youth should be allowed to share in program ownership by contributing to projects from inception through implementation. Youth involvement should not be limited to established youth leaders. Youth service can develop new leaders among young people. Enhancin& Community A~ncy-youth Relations: • • • • Give project operators and schools room to try new things Create a broad range of opponunities for youth Promote youth accomplishments Establish local advisory groups to ensure projects meet local needs �• Develop roles for young people that allow them to grow in responsibility Advancing Youth Leadership Opportunities: • • • • • • Young people should be seen as resources Young people need to be able to advance issues and ideas of interest to them Development of Youth Action Councils Establishment of regular youth conferences and workshops Mini-grants to fund innovative ideas Use service as an opponunity to develop new youth leaders EDUCATIONAL ISSUES A important goal of youth service is to teach civic responsibility. The concept of service needs to be expanded to include various types of programs. Service must become a pan of the curriculum. Goals: • • • Instilling civic responsibility as goal of youth service should be emphasized in all service reflection activities Use service to enhance the teaching of values Expand the definition of service to allow all communities to participate Points for Development: • • Expand to view of educators to include the world outside the classroom Integrate service into the curriculum �COLLABORATION CAUCUS RECOMMENDATIONS SHORT-TERM The most important step for Michigan take at this time is the formation of an advisory committee to determine the state's plan for applying for federal funds available through the National and Community Service Act of 1990. The committee should decide on goals and draft a comprehensive proposal for the federal funding. The committee should seek reaction from various organizations and individuals before submitting the application and continue to seek the advice and counsel of program practitioners in futW"e initiatives. Goals of steerin~ committee: • • • • Review notes from conference Draft proposal of state-wide youth service plan Circulate proposal to various groups Draft final plan for federal funds and long-term strategy Conference participants expressed concern that steering committee membership should be diverse based on age, geography, and program background. Young people should be included. An appropriate size for the group should be 15 people. The committee should be a working committee. Lansing is an appropriate central meeting location. Committee membership: • • • • Should be 15 Must be include people of various backgrounds The committee should be a working Must be include young people Groups and individuals should be encouraged to fonn local coalitions in their communities. Information from the conference should be shared with non-participants. Activities outside the Committee: • • • Formation of local coalitions Spreading of information to conference non-participants YSA will Disseminate follow-up materials to all participants LONG-TERM Although the conference participants could not anticipate the results of the federal funding process, they began formulating long-term goals for the state's youth community service initiative. The steering committee should evolve into a bipartisan, state task force with responsibility of coordinating technical suppon for all programs throughout the state. Assistance necessary includes state-wide training and networking conferences for youth and agencies, �·~~~~~;! a research group to develop new programs, legislation to limit volunteer liability, the creation of a mini-grant program to fund innovative projects, a coordinated public relations campaign to share success stories, and the implementation of a quality control efforts. Diversity of programs and participants should be increased whenever possible. Participation of young people in planning should continue. Long-term goals: • • • • • • • • • Formation of a bipartisan Task Force Conferences for youth and agency representatives to provide training and networking Passage of volunteer liability legislation Creation of a mini-grant program Beginning of public relations activities Creation of a newsletter for agencies Development of a quality control program for individual and state-wide programs Diversity of opponunities-a program for everyone Youth involvement in planning and implementation �THE FIRST FOLLOW-UP PLANNING MEETING July 15, 1991 at the Holiday Inn, Lansing, Michigan Hosted by the Council of Michigan Foundations On July 15, 1991 the Council of Michigan Foundations hosted a day-long meeting in Lansing for self-selected panicipants of the June 10-11 conference and additional interested parties to continue planning for the Michigan youth service initiative. Dorothy Johnson, the President of the Council of Michigan Foundations welcomed panicipants and called the meeting to order. Ms. Johnson and members of her staff including Kathy Agard and Jim McHale were joined by representatives of the meeting's co-sponsoring organizations: Diana Algra, Executive Director of the Michigan Campus Compact; Maryellen Lewis, Executive Director of the Michigan NonProfit Forum; Roberta Stanley, Executive Assistant Superintendent for State and Federal Relations, Michigan Department of Education; and Frank Dirks, Field Organizer for Youth Service America. · The special guest for the meeting was Michelle Engler, the First Lady of Michigan. Ms. Engler was accompanied by Stephanie Comai-Page, Social Welfare Policy Advisor from the Governor's Office. Maura Wolfe, Youth Engaged in Service Coordinator for the Points of Light Foundation also attended the meeting. After Ms. Johnson's opening remarks, Ms. Engler outlined the state's response since the June Conference. • Governor Engler will appoint a commission on youth service. • Michelle Engler will chair the commission. • The commission will develop Michigan's funding application to the National and Community Service Commission. • Michigan's commission will focus on youth service. • The commission will be housed, at least initially, in the Executive Office of the Governor. • The commission should be appointed by mid-August. • Projections of size range from 15 to 21 commission members. • The commission will be representative of the diversity of the state. • The coinmissioo will have an indefinite term. It will be created by executive order and can only be ended with an executive order. • Initially, commission members will have staggered terms- 1/3 for 1 year, 1/3 for 2 y~ and 1/3 for three years. Ultimately, membership will be three years. • Meeting participants should submit nominations for commission membc:n to Stephanie Comai-Page. The Governor's Office has already collecting names. • Youna people will be represented on the commission. • Provisions are being made to staff the commission. The Governor's Office is also seeking names for the position of Executive Director for the commission. • The participants of this and the June meeting will serve as an informal advisory group for the commission. Following Ms. Engler's comments the co-sponsors offered some remarks. �Robena Stanley • The State Board of Education is interested in youth service. • The State Board is holding a conference in September on related issues. • Michigan's congressional delegation is imponant to the future of federal funding suppon for and implementation of this initiative. The delegation in Washington needs to become aware of the state's increasing interest in youth service. DianaAlgra • Service is imponant issue for college and university presidents in Michigan. • Program parmerships linking colleges and communities are will be valuable to promote. Maryellen Lewis • The Forum is disseminating information throughout its network. Frank Dirks (Mr. Dirks served as facilitator for the rest of the meeting.) • The task of this planning meeting is to begin to formulate a series of recommendations for the state commission to consider for the state plan. The planning timeline will be very short. • The appointment of the state commission advances Michigan to a strong position among the states developing youth service plans. • The White House is supposed to submit National Commission nominees to the Senate for confirmation before the August recess. • State applications could be due as early as early October. • YSA anticipates a carry-over ofFY '91 funds that have not been spent. • The federal legislation provides the context for this discussion but should not be a limiting factor. The development of a statewide youth service plan is the right thing to do whether or not there is federal funding. • The National Commission will have 21 mem~rs serving 3 year terms. Initially, terms will be staggered. The Secretaries of Education, Health and Human Services, Labor, and Agriculture, and the Ditector of ACI10N will serve as ex-officio members. • 'This group should continue to advise the new state commission and serve u a broader pool of program technical resources. The group reviewed and discussed the funded titles in the National and Community Service Act and the status of other state development efforts. Information related to this review is reflected in the appendix. �The group reviewed the basic themes drawn from the June conference. • • • • Promote collaboration. Build program capacity. Ensure program sustainability beyond support through the Act. Draw on the strength and experience of existing programs and organizations. • Consider new and alternative program and organizational approaches and arrangements. • Promote program and participant diversity. The group then reviewed issues of particular interest to the National Commission that should be addressed in a state application. • The plan should be comprehensive. • The plan should promote and support program and organizational collaboration. • The plan should be sustainable. • Funding drawn from the Act must supplement not supplant current . state funding for programs targeted in the plan. The group recessed for lunch. The luncheon speaker was Maura Wolfe, of the Point of Light Foundation. She provided an overview of the Foundation's activities and introduced the Youth Ambassador program. The Points of Light Foundation effons to promote and encourage volunteerisril across the generations include: • National advertising campaigns. • Coordinating and mobilizing existing resources including corporate leaders to promote volunteerism. • Identifying effective programs disseminating information about them. One of the administrative divisions at the Foundation is called Youth Engaged in Service (YES). YES is about to launch a major new program to promote youth service, the YES Youth Ambassadors. The program will be piloted for one year in three states beginning in September 1991. Michigan is being considered as one of the three states. Below is a summary of the program. • The goals are to connect people, build coalitions, and share infcxmation at state, regional and national levels. • Two young people will be serve as full-time state liaison/organizers for the Foundation. • They will be assigned to work for a lead state agency/organization, such as the Governor's new commission. • They will host a minimum of two Points of Light Action Forums to inform state groups about youth service. • They will actively work to involve youth in service. • They will help to organize a data bank of services and resources. • They will be trained by Points of Light in Washington. • They need to be on the job by September. �...-~. ..-.~: r-:~ • They should reflect diverse youth panicipation. • Points of Light is looking at Michigan as a model of state development • The state organization/agency to which the ambassadors are assigned must: -Provide them with office space, -Provide direction and guidance for works plans and activities. -Make a one-year commionent to the program. -Provide assistance in "opening doors". The group re-convened after lunch to continue discussion of considerations imponant to a state plan. These considerations can be broken into four broad categories- the process for and structure of the youth service initiative in Michigan: youth empowerment through program and process design; education and training for program practitioners and policymakers; and best approaches for program design. A summary of issues raised and · recommendations made in each of these categories follows. PROCESS/STRUCTURE Can the state commission members represent organizations that will want to be funding recipients? How will this potential question of conflict of interest be handled? Ensure that the state process encourages local groups to build coalitions in order to pursue funding through local initiatives. The term "community service" carries connotation of alternative service for adjudicated violators of law. The language needs to be clarified. Emphasize family involvement .. many students need family members to provide transponation ... youth service can be a way of involving families in volunteerism. Ensure that the efforts developed through the initiative creates a "seamless" state youth service structure. Local neighborhood service activities are preferred among young people because of transponarion concerns, time barriers, and the reward that comes from seeing the result of efforts in your own neighborhood. Programs and projects should come from the community rather than being imposed from the top. Longevity is dependent upon this ownership. Labor union involvement is important Youth service must not be seen as a way of supplanting jobs. Representatives of organized labor need to be a pan of the process. What is the goal of the Act- youth development or community development? The federal suppon should be used to jump-stan sustainable programs/projects. Include Michigan's many resources for long-term planning and support Don't just rely on the federal money. �Develop incentives and rewards for local collaboration. Volunteer Action Centers can play important roles by serving as information clearinghouses, providing student mini-grant. and coordinating new project development Funding must flow directly to local levels. Require collaboration in mini-grant requests at the local level. Consider developing a competitive grant process. Guidelines need to be shared on principles of good practice with the service organizations. Make volunteerism more accessible for "at risk" youth and families. Set up mechanisms for local communities to solve problems on their own. Ensure that people from the grass-roots can contribute to the planning process. Ensure that students, teachers, and agencies can contribute. Create a state service and conservation corps advisory committee. Creatively use and involve the 4-H and community college systems. Look at the strengths and weakness of the Minnesota model. Learn what happened with the state volunteer clearinghouse under Gov. Miliken. Develop a centralized data system with direct local access and satellite local data systems. Create incentives that emphasize the value and importance of service and volunteerism. Teach volunteers to develop a volunteer portfolio of experiences. Include corporations as a strategy for long term planning. K-12/corps/service relationships. YOUTH EMPOWERMENT Use the resources of groups like those represented in this room to survey young people across the state on how grant request should be structured and use those responses in the application. Establish local community panels that include youth to assess local projects and service opportunities. Train organizations in the development and implementation of volunteer programs to make them "volunteer friendly". Need to be "youth friendly". Involve Youth at-risk �Impvnant to allow youth to participate in problem and solution identification. The youth perspective imponant. EDUCATION/TRAINING Special effons must be made with MEA and other unions to assure that the schools are welcoming to youth volunteers, youth service curriculums and education. Be sure to recognize and answer concerns about job potenital displacement. Education and training should be a theme including opportunities for youth reflection and civic responsibility. Youth volunteer jobs should have an educational component. Make sure we have peer-tutoring/counseling links For practitioners at the state level we need: -training for management of volunteers -educators -program operators Intermediate school districts could be an excellent source for teacher training/service learning curriculum Higher education mini-grants for: Service/Learning curriculum Teacher Training May need some training re: -process for applying for funds -regional team training -volunteer program steps- "how tos" -applying for money Technical assistance/experts Mentoring/pannerships PROGRAM DESIGN The quality of experience is important -Students should not be used for meaningless work -Jobs.should have learning potential -reflection/potential component should be included -evaluation must be built into process -provision of a variety of experiences -clearinghouse for volunteers -youth empowennent and involvement important Neighborhood effonsllocal- "hard services" need to see the product Over arching issues: -K-12 training -remember 5-6 million dollars available �-inter-c:-ganizational youth collaboration At the state level the following could be possible: -clearinghouse of collaborative projects -training of community educators and agencies -linking community projects with schools (corps/schools connected) -model job descriptions record keeping/evaluation of programs Need for intergenerational programming Incentives: -Scholarships -Work The group was left with the following tasks for the next meeting. • • • • Review the draft report from June 10 and 11. Review minutes of July 15. Review the Act summary. Come to the next meeting prepared to answer the following questions: - What principles should guide the state commission's planning? - What should be the measurable outcomes? - What should be the organizational structure of the state commission? . - What resources could your organization contribute to the initiative? �THE SECOND FOLLOW-UP PLANNING MEETING July 31, 1991 at the Kellogg Center, East Lansing, Michigan Hosted by the Michigan Nonprofit Forum On the afternoon of July 31, 1991, Maryellen Lewis of the Michigan Nonprofit Forum hosted a second planning meeting at the Kellogg Center on the campus of Michigan State University. Ms. Lewis was joined by representatives of the meeting's co-sponsoring organizations: Kathy Agard, Program Director for the Council of Michigan Foundations; Diana Algra, Executive Director of the Michigan Campus Compact; Roberta Stanley, Executive Assistant Superintendent for State and Federal Relations, Michigan Department of Education; and Frank Dirks, Field Organizer for Youth Service America. Stephanie Comai-Page, representing the Governor's Office was also in attendance. Participants had been asked in a memo sent to them prior to the meeting to record their responses to the questions posed at the end of the July, 15 meeting. The following in a summary of the questions and the written answers that were submitted. What are principles you believe should guide the Governor's Commission to create a youth service plan for Michigan? • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Build upon success while encouraging innovation. Consider the benefits for participants and the state. Quality is more important than quantity. Include all sectors in planning and programming. Involve young people in planning. Ensure that youth are members of the commission. Encourage innovation. Consider a variety of programs from a variety of areas. Ensure geographic representation. Link to existing business and education partnerships. Give special attention to urban areas. Ensure local community suppon and ownership. Promote outcome driven efforts. Maintain realistic expectations of financial and human requirements and availability. Address real community needs. Institutionalize new programs and expand established programs. Ensure that youth service experiences are meaningful for youth. Give priority to actual projects over clearinghouse models. Collaboration must be defined as involving community residents, not just community agencies. Maintain consistent and broadly disseminated standards for program practice. Involve youth in community partnerships. What are measurable outcomes that should be specified for a successful local collaboration for youth community service under the Michigan youth service plan? • • • • • Project progress. Impact on participants. Value of work accomplished. Number of persons effectively served. Program efficiency. �• • • • • • • Long term effect. Diversity of panicipants and agencies, and services provided. Leadership roles taken by youth. Extent of business partnerships. Retention of youth in programs. Sustainability of programs. Level of youth involvement in program planning and decisionmaking • The structure, intent, and practice of youth advisory councils. • The level and quality of local community agency support. What should be the commission's development plan and the process for fund distribution? • Grant applications should demonstrate- the buy-in of local partners, youth involvement in planning process, and should include expected outcomes, an operating plan, and a monitoring system. The grant review process should be inclusive and measure against the items above. • Use funding to support the formation of a program development infrastructure. Match existing resources. Local programs should be responsible for sustainability. _·• :-.\. ~ • Support regional clearinghouses that promote the development of local coalitions and provide technical assistance and support that: - trains youth for service opportunities. - trains agencies to provide quality service experiences. - trains coalitions to raise funds to become self-supporting. • Utilize existing networks. Do not create a new bureaucracy. • The Governor's Commission should determine the criteria for grant proposals and selection. The Governor Romney, Janet Blanchard, Michelle Engler co-chaired Coordinating Committee on Voluntarism should have an equal role in selecting local grantees. Local grantees should demonstrate the implementation of a local inter-agency committee on youth initiatives and the role of young people in the design and implementation of~ local program. What are resources your organization or network will contribute towards the success of the Michigan youth service plan? staff Expertise in: Program development Statewide program implementation and operation Administration Sub-granting Experience with past and present highly successful programs Information dissemination Access to student volunteers Limited Staff Support Expertise on and access to resource materials �Infonnation on coll:£~ration models Video tape and handbook/guide may be reproduced and distributed Programmatic statistics and infonnation may be shared Grantsmanship expertise Technical assistance to communities wishing to develop youth action councils Identification of local individuals and organizations The above questions served to frame the group discussion. Frank Dirks, of Youth Service America seiVed as facilitator. Listed below is a summary of the points raised during the discussion. GUIDING PRINCIPLES Use existing systems, build on strength while encouraging innovation. Involve youth at all levels. Respond flexibility to local circumstances. Involve local coalitions. Applications should be judged on a point system where points are earned for each type of collaboration Youth Educators Business and private industry councils Seniors Handicapped Churches Collaboration requires community residents not just community agencies. Expand from existing programs. Outcomes should be based on community needs assessment Broadly target "at risk" youth by giving additional points to those proposals. Involve those served in the planning and evaluation process. Make the process easy to understand and accessible. Make it easy for youth input Ensure that support is not exclusively directed toward strong and well established programs. Mixture merit and potential. Support sustainable programs. Maintain a long-range plan. Emphasize quality over quantity. �.r.::, t· . ; .., OUTCOMES There is very little research on the effect of service on youth development. Building a research base for youth service should be integrated into the plan. Research will help advance the initiative and guide new program development Head Start research has influenced policy development. A sampling of suggested measures: Continued volunteer service. Service impact on the community. Attitude changes among youth servers and community members. Leadership roles taken by youth servers. Level of community agency involvement Measures must look at the effect on servers and the community served. Use research to educate funding sources and win their support Consider a "human service unit" formula. for instance, how many older Americans are served. Consider measures for the type of service provided. Enlist an independent evaluator to assess state-wide initiative. Establish an easy, yet uniform, reporting mechanism in order to build a comprehensive database. Link this to the independent evaluator. Include service benefits for youth: employability, group process skills, education goals. Link to national education goals. Research should. not drive projects. Overall outcomes: community awareness, willingness to continue project, increased local · funds for youth service programs. RESOURCES TO BE SHARED Council of Michigan Foundations - Community and funding resource information and training. Department of Education - Information on successful school-based programs • Michigan Campus Compact - Information on successful college programs, experience in making service mini-grants. Detroit Compact - Training. �4H staff- Community program collabordcors, extensive network resources, technical assistance, and training. Bloomfield Hills School District- Program development experience in school-based programs. Catholic Youth Organization in Detroit - Information on "Youth on Board" program and information on leadership development. Volunteer Center Nerwork- Assistance in volunteer management, convening local networks. Neighborhood Builders Alliance- Assistance in program organization, local grant-making procedures, and project evaluation. Michigan State University Service Learning Center- Materials on program operation, and evaluation support and guidance. United Community Services - Training, volunteer management database, and training for community assessment and planning. Nonprofit Forum - Promotion in connection with the Michigan Association of Broadcasters, linkage to Year of Volunteers in 1992, and will dedicate newsletter to youth service in Michigan. · Michigan United Way- Training and local fundraising suppon. Campus Outreach Opportunity League - Support in organizing college student coalitions to promote service. Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals - Information dissemination, and support in recruiting speakers and advocates. Children's Chatter- Information on youth involvement on boards. Urban League Nerwork - Infonnation, referral, facilities, recruitment, and advocacy. ELEMENTS FOR A STATE PLAN Use the grant-making research and experience of Depamnent of Education mini-grant programs. Use the experience of the Michigan Campus Compact venture grant program and explore linkages. Make application process easy so a group of students could apply (through a fiscal agent). Establish different categories for grants. Some grants should be large enough to provide significant suppon. Do not allow a term like "mini-grants" to define the program. Some grants should not be mini. Support noc only sustainable programs but also specific projects that may have a limited duration. �,.... ........... . .. ·~· .. ·\ .·.~ ·} Consider funding networks to support program development Look at how local projects fits into larger strategic plan-- they relate to the long-term goals of the initiative. Tnvolve youth in all elements of the initiative. -~· ·. PARTICIPANTS July31.1991 Donna Clarke Michelle Strasz C.J. Howell Paulette Ethier Les Schrich Darryl White Neil Davis Dana Cole Mary Cady Kate Stutmatter Beth Gibbs Jim Vollman Jim McHale Ross Dodge Michigan Non-profit Forum Children's Charter Youth Advisory Council United Community Services 4H Youth Program Volunteer Centers of MI Battle Creek Area Urban League Governor's Office MI Association of Volunteer Administrators Catholic Youth Organization (Detroit) Bloomfield Hills Public Schools Detroit Compact Council of MI Foundations MI Dept of Natural Resources/MI Civilian Conservation Corps Ml Campus Compact Urban League of Aint A enON Aint Youth Service Corps/Urban LEague United Way, Grand Rapids . Grand Rapids Public Schools Ml ASIOcition of Secondary School Principala Ml Auociatioa of Noe-Public Schools United W.y of Ml Greallel' Kalamazoo United Way MSU Service Learning Center MSUACI10N MI Dept of Education . MI Labor Dept Neighborhood Builders Alliance Muskegon County DET Council of MI Foundations Governor's Office DianaAlgn~ Harold W. 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Substantial federal resources are now authorized to support local, state, and national networks and programs that engage Americans of all ages in domestic volunteer service to their country and communities. Built on the ~ foundation of the bipartisan National and Community Service Act of 1990 and decades of action by grassroots programs and advocates across the country, the President and Congress have created in the Trust Act a dynamic new conte xt for service and volunteerism. The successful partnership, among policy makers and the programs and people who comprise the service and volunteer field, has produced a new legislative framework for national and community service . Now the field has joined together to offer a unified vision for the implementation of a comprehensive national system of service. National ser vice is a new way for Americans to think about gove r nment , community, civic responsibility, and the capacity of citizens to addre ss public problems. Service also provides an opportunity for government to reconstitute itself in partnership with citizens to revitalize civic participation in public problem-solving. To succeed, the service system mu st remain rooted in the diversity of people and prog r ams that cover the national and community service field, and it must grow to meet the changing needs of youth, older Americans, education, communities, and the nation. This paper lays the groundwork for building consensus around new operating assumptions in the government's continued partnership with the community service field. It outlines the principles on which the new national and community service system should stand. These principles have long, but informally, united a diverse field of programs and individuals. They take into account the perspectives and involvement of organizations that have come to the field through their participation in the Coalition for National and Community Service. �The Goal of National and Community Service The prima ry goal of national and community service is to re-kindle the American ethic of responsible civic involve men t. Se rvi ce, def i ned here as any sustained voluntary action of citizens in concert with othe rs to address public and community needs, provide s a common language of experi ence uniting citizen rights and responsibilities. The language of service grows from cooperation , consensus building, and the work of public and community problem-solving. While a service proje ct must meet important needs in the community, the service experience must also develop effective, public-spirited citizens , with the skills needed to make life-long contributions to solving the pressing problems facing our communities and our nation. The national and community service system must be organized to sustain and enhance civic capacity and responsible citizen involvement by supporting opportunities for citizens of all ages to engage in service. The system must be designed to build civic-minded communities by involving service providers, service recipients, and community leaders in sustained partnerships for community improvement. _The success of the system will depend on its adherence to the belief ~ that a citizen's lifetime dedication to serving the public good is the result of the personal satisfaction and civic efficacy derived from solving public problems and serving others in -the community. The national and community service system should recognize that while the ethic of service is forged in youth, a commitment to service must span a lifetime. Accordingly the system should support service opportunities for al 1 ages, but with particular attention to prog ra ms for young pe rso ns from ages 5-25, older Americans, and students of all ages. ASystem of National and Co~~unity Service The following are guiding principles for a system of national and community service: l) Support and enable state and local program innovation within a national framework. 2) Support, enhance, and improve education and youth development. 3) Support and promote intergenerational service activities. 4) Promote and encourage active citizen involvement in public and community problem-solving . 5) Model and facilitate efforts to reconnect citizens to government and build the capacities of civic institutions for public problem-solving. �We recommend that the principles of a system of national and community service be supported in the following ways: 1) 2) Support and enable state and local innovation within a national framework. a. The national and community service system should be driven by state and local program priorities within a framework of national goals and standards. The system should encourage local design and flexible implementation following commonly adopted practices and training standards. b. The Corporation authorized by the National and Community Service Trust Act should enable states and local programs to use other federal program dollars flexibly to support related program activities. State commissions should provide similar support for local community needs. Programs should be encouraged to build capacity through inter-agency and public-private collaboration. Comprehensive service planning should include partnerships among servers and recipients. c: The Corporation should support research and evaluation to refine standards and practices in cooperation with established practitioner networks. d. The Corporation should support and enhance existing nationat, regional; and local non-profit service program networks. e. The Corporation should continue the precedent set by the National and Community Service Commission by remaining open to the advice and counsel of experienced practitioners, and responsive to national program development needs expressed by the field. f. The Corporation should encourage the integration of c1v1c education into the design of all service programs, and support service and civic education program models for national disseminat ion. Support, enhance, and improve education and youth development. Service is a powerful tool for youth development and school improvement. It transforms the young person from a passive recipient to an active provider, and in so doing redefines the perception of youth in the community from a cause of problems to a source of solutions. Service programs help build a young person's job, life, problem-solving, and communication skills. By effectively teaching these skills and linking young people with diverse community service opportunities, service program leaders empower yo ung people to make life-long contributions to society and help prepare them for the independence and responsibility of being workers and parents. Service encourages young people who are out of school to seek further education. Service programs also prepare young people for leadership by teaching consensus-making, coalition-building, cooperation, collaboration, and compromise. When service is conducted in a properly structured program, service creates an authentic environment for learning. The method of learning in this environment is called "service learning". Service learning can be a common methodology for youth deve opment and education. Service learning places curricular concepts in the context of real-life situations and empowers students to analyze, evaluate, and synthesize these concepts through practical problem-solving . �3) a. Service learning should become a part of education reform efforts as a methodological element of curriculum, instruction, and teache r training . Service learning should be used as one approach to measu r e students ' ability to apply knowledge and skills in real-life settings. Support to local education agencies should be targeted to those that seek to institutionalize service learning and to build the infrastructure necessary to sustain it. b. The national and community service system should promote se rv ice learning as a methodology appr op riate to both schools and communitybased organizations. Service learning can enhance the connect ions among classroom and school-base d programs and after-school and su mme r programs ; The Corporation should support partnerships among state and local education agencies and community-based organizations and it should provide incentives for school and community programs to develop service learning as a shared methodology. c. Support to institutions of higher education should be targeted for those that form long-term partnerships with citizen and youth groups , community agenciesj elder organizations, schools, businesses, and local government to engage in sustained, collaborative service activities in the surrounding community. d. Support to institutions of higher education should be targeted fo r those who seek to infuse service learning into the academic and social life of their institutions and build the infrastructure necessary to sustain it. Particular attention should be given to supporting teacher education. e. Service learning should be used as a shared methodology to encourage closer collaboration among community college, job training, and technical preparation programs . Service learning progr a,ns should be encouraged to complement a unified national system of apprenticeship and wor kforce preparation. f. Service learning should be advanced as a prom1s1ng alternative strategy to current delinquency and violence prevention prog rams, and leade r ship development programs. Support and promo te intergenerational service activities. Older Americans who are most likely to engage in volunteer and service activities are those who were involved in similar experiences during their youth. Through intergenerational programs, older Americans can share in an enriching experience while helping to prepare a new generation to accept the responsibility and develop the skills to solve community and public problems. · Intergenerational programs also enable service programs to improve capacity by pooling the existing staff and facility resources of youth and older American programs. a. Service programs should be designed to enable the recruitment and involvement of older Americans in appropriate activities that refine their skills while building the skills of young people. b. Service program s should involve people of different generations working side-by-side in service to the community in addition to providing service to each other. �c. 4) Intergenerational ser vice programs should be encouraged to consider senior centers, retirement communities, schools, and communitybased organizations as possible sites for program administration and training. Promote and encourage active citizen involvement in public and community problem-solving. Service is a means of renewing citizens' commitment to their communities and count ry. Service creates an environment of practical problem-solving and positively involves citizens in activities that improve public and community life . 5) a. Support should be provided for service programs that encourage local program partnerships that utilize a creative mix of public/private resources. b. Service programs should be encouraged to provide participants with the training and education to develop skills for public problemsol.ving and policy development. c. Support should be provided for service programs that give aut ho rity for program design to citizens and, particularly, to programs that involve service recipients in decision-making. d. Support should be provided for service programs that emphasize community resources, not just deficiencies. Special attention should be given to programs that build on current capacity and emphasize self-help . Model and faci I itate efforts to reconnect citizens to government and build the capacities of civic institutions for public public problem-solving. a. Federal, state, and local governments should be viewed as con vener s, brokers, supporters of service provide rs, and sites for public work. Collaborative community problem-solving through service should become a means of reassessing public and private programs and program service delive ry. b. Federal worke rs should be ori ented to national and community service and Its potential program connections to current federal prog rams they currently administer. c. The Corporation should support efforts to reinvent government In local communities that effectively build capacity through collaborative federal, state, and local Inter-agency operation. The Corporation should provide Incentive grants to local Initiatives that creatively develop comprehensive approaches to education, and youth and community development by combining federal program resources. d. The Corporation should facilitate the efforts of state and local programs to draw on multiple federal funding sources by streamlining grant and reporting requirements. �- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - -- - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - Organizations that have signed on with comments based on the draft. Ame ri can Alliance for Rights and Respon si bilities American Youth Foundation American Y0uth Policy Forum Citizensh1p and Service Educat io n Prog ra m, Rutgers Unive rs ity Big Brothe rs /Big Siste r s of Ameri ca Project Public Life, Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs, Unive rs ity of Minnesota Campus Comp act Campus Outreach Opportunity League City Cares of Ame ri ca City Volunteer Corps Constitutional Rights Foundation Close Up Foundation Community Service Learning Center D.C. Se1vice Corps Directors Associations of The National Senior Volunteer Corps Programs East · Bay Conservation Corps The Green Corps Generations United Magic Me, Inc. Maryland Student Service Alliance Michigan Community Service Commission National Association of . Service and Conservation Corps National Association of Foster Grandparent Program Directors National Association of Retired Senior Volunteer Program Directors National Association of Senior Companion Project Directors National Center for Service Learning in Early Adolescence National Youth Le adersh ip Council Ohio Campus Compact Thomas Jefferson Forum Volunteer Maryland Young People for National Service Youth Volunteer Corps of America Youth Se rv ice America Organizations that have offered comments and are awaiting a final review Ne w Jersey Department of Highe r Education National Association for Public Interest Law YMCA of the U.S.A . � 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. 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K. Kellogg Foundation 1319 F Street, NW, Suite 900, Washington, DC 20004 -2021783-8855 • FAX 2021347·2603 �, .. I I MONDAY • .JUNE 10. 1991 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Registration - Nonh Lobby Continental Breakfast- Big Ten Room C 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. Opening General Session- Big Ten Room C Conference Overview - Roger Landrum, Executive Director, Youth Service America Michigan Overview- Joel Orosz, Program Director, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation Welcoming Remarks - Michelle Engler, First Lady of Michigan National Legislation -Frank Slobig, Director of Policy and Programs, Youth Service America The Minnesota Model- Paula Beugen, Associate Director, Office on Volunteer Services, Minnesota New Initiatives in Michigan - Kathy Agard, Program Director, Community Foundations Director, Council of Michigan Foundations 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. Luncheon- Big Ten Room B Welcoming Remarks - Introduction- Roger Landrum Welcome- Dr. Marylee Davis, Executive Assistant to the President and Secretary of the Board of Trustees, Michigan State University Video Presentation- "Everybody Can Be Great Because Everybody Can Serve" Conference Keynote Introduction - Tobin Smith, Legislative Assistant, Congressman Bob Traxler Speaker- Susie Hassan, Undergraduate, University of Michigan and Mayoral Campaign Manager 18 . -- ~ :.~ .. ---.:1 �1:45 - 3:30 p.m. Interest Caucuses Task: Program and Interest Identification Service and Conservation Corps- Room 104A Facilitators: Margaret Rosenberry, Executive Director, National Association Service and Conservation Corps Jerry Kolker, Director, Urban Corp Expansion Project, Public Private Ventures Frank Slobig K-12- Room 102 Facilitators: AI Markowski, Supervisory Instructional Specialist, Pittsburgh Middle Schools Christine Kwak, Assistant to the President, National Youth Leadership Council Paula Beugen Higher Education - Room 104B Facilitators: Diana Algra. Executive Director, the Michigan Campus Compact Mark Langseth, National Youth Leadership Council Roger Landrum Community-based Organizations- Vista Room Facilitators: Diane Landis, Senior Associate, Volunteer and Outreach Services, United Way of America Laura Tiedge, Director of Volunteer Youth Training and Leadership, United Way of Pittsburgh Joe Madison, Executive Director, Massachusetts Youth Alliance Youth Involvement- Willy Room Facilitators: Jean Burkhardt, Youth Service Consultant Bryan Tramont, Coordinator of Youth Action Council, Youth Service America Javier La Fianza, Project Coordinator- Youth Community Service, Constitutional Rights Foundation. 19 �3:15 - 3:30 p.m. 3:45 - 5:15 p.m. Break and Refreshments - Big Ten Room C Interest Caucuses Task: Development of a Planning Outline Service and Conservation Corps- Room 104A K-12 - Room 102 Additional facilitator: Javier La Fianza Higher Education- Room 104B Community-based 0 rganizations - Vista Room Youth Involvement- Willy Room 5:15 p.m. Networking Reception - Big Ten Room B Cash Bar 6:15 p.m. Dinner - Big Ten Room B Youth Service in Massachusetts Introduction - Diana Algra Spe~ker- 8:00 p.m. Joe Madison Facilitators' Meeting - Willy Room 20 �TUESDAY . .JUNE 11. 1991 7:45 - 8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast - Big Ten Room B 8:45 - 9:15 a.m. Volunteerism in Michigan Introduction- Maryellen Lewis, Executive Director, Michigan Nonprofit Forum Speaker- Governor George Romney, Trustee, Michigan Nonprofit Forum 9:15 - 10:45 a.m. General Session Panel on Collaboration Moderator: Gordon Raley, Executive Director, National Assembly of National Voluntary Health and Social Welfare Organizations Panel Members: Dorothy Johnson, President, Council of Michigan Foundations Jon Blyth, Program Officer, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Margaret Rosenberry 11: 00 - 12:30 p.m. Collaboration Caucuses Task: Prioritize Interest Outlines Group 1 - Room 106 Facilitator- Joe Madison Group 2- Willy Room Facilitator - Paula Beugen Group 3- Room 102 Facilitator - Margaret Rosenberry Group 4 - Heritage Room Facilitator- Frank Slobig 21 �12:45 - 1:45 p.m. 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Lunch- Big Ten Room B Collaboration Caucuses Task: Recommended Next Steps and Planning Timeline Group I - Room 106 Group 2 - Willy Room Group 3 - Room 102 Group 4 - Heritage Room 3:30 - 3:45 p.m. Break/Refreshments- Big Ten Room B 3:45 - 5:30 p.m. Closing General Session Collaboration caucus facilita!ors will repon their groups' final recommendations to state ·officials Moderator: Roger Landrum Stephanie Comai-Page, Social Welfare Policy Analyst, Executive Office Deborah Grether, Deputy Director, Depanment of Labor Roberta Stanley, Assistant Superintendent, Michigan Depanment of Education 22 �PROCEEDINGS FROM A CONFERENCE AND SUBSEQUENT PLANNING MEETINGS ON THE MAKING OFA NEW GENERATION OF SERVICE June 10 & 11, 1991 Kellogg Center, East Lansing, Michigan July 15, 1991 Holiday Inn, Lansing, Michigan July 31, 1991 Kellogg Center East Lansing, Michigan SPONSORING ORGANIZATIONS Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Board of Education Michigan Campus Compact Michigan Nonprofit Forum National Governors' Association Youth Service America The conference and the continued efforts of Youth Service America have been made possible through the generous support of the W. K. Kellogg Foundation of Battle Creek, Michigan. 23 �INTEREST GROUP CAUCUS DISCUSSIONS Groups from five youth service interest areas, Community-Based Organizations, K-12, Service and Conservation Corps, Higher Education, and Youth Involvement, met to discuss youth service issues in their respective fields and opponunities for program development. Below is a summary their recommendations. COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS The group representing Community-Based Organizations began their discussion by identifying common goals. They were most interested with developing means for drawing youth into their organizations. They recognized youth service as both a method of youth development and a practical approach for recruiting youth into their organizations. Common Goals: • • • • • • Design a system that values young people as resources Promote educational development and growth Encourage young people to commit to community service Involve young people in issue areas that concern them Recognize service as part of personal development Identify collaboration links and program resources Expand positive opponunities for young people Recognize the short- and long-term value of youth service The group produced a ten point list for developing opportunities for youth service. The group emphasized the importance of training and state-wide, inter-organizational network development. They also stressed the importance of providing meaningful opportunities for youth to share in this process. There should be a sustained and coordinated connection between youth service programs and broader volunteer efforts. Points for Development: • • • • • • • Training programs for adults, youth, and agencies Inter-organi'zational information networks Youth Ownership Community agency ownership Long-term, broad-based community support Institutionalize youth service Evaluate individual and state-wide programs Volunteer Recognition Criteria for program development Link youth service and other voluntary efforts Limited training, staffing, and funding are seen as challenges to attaining these goals. Young people must also have visible leadership roles.. The task of increasing youth leadership opportunities in these efforts without causing concern among adults in established roles requires careful attention. 24 �/""~ :~·->"/ Challenges: • Limited training resources Limited staff Creating youth ownership Turf issues Limited funding Involving youth who are not students K-12 EDUCATION This group looked at ways of institutionalizing service in the schools. Common Goals: • • • Service opponunities in every middle and high school Service integrated into the curriculum Service as an imponant consideration for college admission Each local school program should be allowed to develop according to its owns needs. However, all schools should panicipate in the public promotion of youth service, emphasize multi-cultural programming, and establish formal evaluation processes. Workshops and conferences should be conducted for youth and agency contacts. Transponation assistance and liability coverage issues require further consideration. Points for Develooment: • • • • • • • • Create local ownership by principals, counselors, teachers and students Promote model programs Emphasize multi-cultural programs Develop means for qualitative program evaluation Conduct workshops for schools and agencies on collaborative youth service program development State conferences for young people involved in community service programs Develop a transportation infastructure Establish a standard policy for volunteer liability SERVICE AND CONSERVATION CORPS This group concentrated on new directions for corps programs. Sustained funding is a major concern. The group recommended that a bipartisan state commission on youth service explore creative funding strategies drawing on public and private resources. Future program viability will also depend on strong local community support, including the private sector. Youth service needs greater recognition; a leader and spokesperson to carry the youth service message across the state. On a more philosophical level, the definition of youth service must be inclusive. 25 �Points for Development: • • • • • • • • Joint (MCC/NBA) use and development of resources and programs Create a state-wide youth corps advisory council Involve educators in corps efforts Increase leveraging of JTPA, Vocational Education, CDBG, and Vocational Rehabilitation funds Develop overall (MCC/NBA) coordination Identify a spokesperson for youth service Explore the feasibility of a state-wide youth service corporation Create a bipartisan state commission with representatives from corporations, corps, community-based organizations, foundations, youth, labor, and state agencies Involve the private sector in funding, personnel, training, and mentoring Improve private sector local support Additional Points: • • Ensure that the definition of service includes corps programs Explore broad collaborations based on more than those suggested in the National and Community Service Act. HIGHER EDUCATION Representatives from colleges and universities drew up a list of important points that will advance service in their institutions. Youth community service should be fully integrated into all aspects of campus life. Colleges and universities should increase their collaboration with other organizations that are involved in youth service. Special emphasis should be made in linking campuses to the communities around them. Training workshops and community service programs on all campuses throughout the state are also priorities. Points for Development: • • • • • • • • ..... ,.,.·.··~~· \ ::~:":-.:'~·1 Push for a Governor's comprehensive youth service plan Promote an integrated service curriculum Promote service research Promote collaborative programs with K-12, teacher training, community activities, and youth leadership Create new service approaches such as: College student corps programs Involving non-traditional students Internships Develop active programs on all Michigan campuses Use college students in building other programs Institutionalize service learning in the university structure YOUTH lNVOL VEMENT The youth attending the conference came up with three broad categories of interest: service opportunities, quality and quantity of programs, and ways to instill a lifetime ethic of service. 26 �Organizations should work collaborativly to establish regional and state networks and clearinghouses to assist in spreading information. Increased youth involvement in policy development and implementation would allow young people to feel a sense of ownership in their progrdms. Greater participant diversity will improve the educational value of programs. Common Goals: • • • • • Create a state-wide Volunteer Clearinghouse Agency that would promote: Information and dissemination on youth service Program networking Volunteer recognition Local and regional clearinghouses State and community coalition building Youth involvement in policy development and implement.ation Diversity of participants Service and Conservation Corps, school-based, mentoring, and community-based programs should be expanded. Broader training opportunities and common quality standards for all programs are important. Points for Development: • • • • • • Expand service and conservation corps programs Improve school based programs: Integrate service into the curriculum Train school coordinators aware of service opportunities Strengthen community-based programs Develop collaborative models among community-based programs, service corps, and school programs Develop mentoring programs: Students as mentors Peer to peer relationships Link service reflection to learning about relevant social issues Broadly implement quality standards accepted by the youth service field The development of a lifetime ethic of service is an overarching goal. The importance of youth service, for the community and young people should be demonstrated by recognizing achievement, forgiving. and/or deferring student loans, and promoting career opportunities in the non-profit, public service sector. Promoting a Lifetime Commitment: • • • • A wards and recognition Loan forgiveness and deferral for students involved Evaluation and reflection which allow young people to understand the significance of their actions Encouragement of youth to enter careers in the non-profit and public service sector. '2.7 �COLLABORATION CAUCUS GROUP DISCUSSIONS On the second day conference participants were divided into four inter-interest groups to collaborativly explore future directions for youth service in Michigan. The recommendations of the four groups shared similar themes. Therefore the summary combines group reports into three thematic categories: diversity, youth leadership, and educational issues. DIVERSITY Youth service programs should emphasize diverse participation. Diversity should reflect gender, age, culture, race, and class. Intergenerational and mentoring programs are important models with which to connect. The caucus groups indicated that young people, Native Americans, youth service program operators, and people from northern communities and Detroit should have greater representation in future youth service activities. Increase Participation of: • • • Youth, including at-risk Metro Detroit Northern Communities Native American communities Youth service program operators Consider Linking: • • • Intergenerational projects Mentoring programs Joint projects (Higher Ed. and K-12) Collaborative community action councils YOUTH LEADERSHIP Community agendes must develop and display trust in young people. Community organizations and schools should be encouraged to take risks and try new things to involve young people. Public relations campaigns to highlight positive contributions of youth service can improve perceptions about the value of youth contributions to the community. Agencies should create development tracks for young people to grow into positions responsibility. Young people should be involved in program planning. Youth should be allowed to share in program ownership by contributing to projects from inception. through implementation. Youth involvement should not be limited to established youth leaders. Youth service can develop new leaders among young people. Enhancing CommunitY Agency-vouth Relations: • • • Give project operators and schools room to try new things Create a broad range of opportunities for youth Promote youth accomplishments Establish local advisory groups to ensure projects meet local needs 28 �' • ,..-:........... ~;·., ~ ' ~ Develop roles for young people that allow them to grow in responsibility \ ' .. ' ' '. .... Advancing Youth Leadership Opportunities: • • • • Young people should be seen as resources Young people need to be able to advance issues and ideas of interest to them Development of Youth Action Councils Establishment of regular youth conferences and workshops Mini-grants to fund innovative ideas Use service as an opponunity to develop new youth leaders EDUCATIONAL ISSUES A imponant goal of youth service is to teach civic responsibility. The concept of service needs to be expanded to include various types of programs. Service must become a pan of the curriculum. Goals: • • • Instilling civic responsibility as goal of youth service should be emphasized in all service reflection activities Use service to enhance the teaching of values Expand the definition of service to allow all communities to participate Points for Development: *·--..,_ • • Expand to view of educators to include the world outside the classroom Integrate service into the cuniculum 29 �COLLABORATION CAUCUS RECOMMENDATIONS SHORT-TERM The most important step for Michigan take at this time is the formation of an advisory committee to determine the state's plan for applying for federal funds available through the National and Community Service Act of 1990. The committee should decide on goals and draft a comprehensive proposal for the federal funding. The committee should seek reaction from various organizations and individuals before submitting the application and continue to seek the advice and counsel of program practitioners in future initiatives. Goals of steering committee: • • • Review notes from conference Draft proposal of state-wide youth service plan Circulate proposal to various groups Draft final plan for federal funds and long-term strategy Conference panicipants expressed concern that steering committee membership should be diverse based on age, geography, and program background. Young people should be included. An appropriate size for the group should be 15 people. The committee should be a working committee. Lansing is an appropriate central meeting location. Committee membershio: • • .. • Should be 15 Must be include people of various backgrounds The committee should be a working Must be include young people Groups and individuals should be encouraged to form local coalitions in their communities. Information from the conference should be shared with non-participants. Activities outside the Committee: • • • Formation of local coalitions Spreading of information to conference non-participants YSA will Disseminate follow-up materials to all participants LONG-TERM Although the conference participants could not anticipate the results of the federal funding process, they began formulating long-term goals for the state's youth community service initiative. The steering committee should evolve into a bipanisan, state task force with responsibility of coordinating technical support for all programs throughout the state. Assistance necessary includes state-wide training and networking conferences for youth and agencies, 30 �,., .. ·~~\ \ . ~-· a research group to develop new programs, legislation to limit volunteer liability, the creation of a mini-grant program to fund innovative projects, a coordinated public relations campaign to share success stories, and the implementation of a quality control efforts. Diversity of programs and participants should be increased whenever possible. Participation of young people in planning should continue. Long-term goals: • • • • • • Formation of a bipartisan Task Force Conferences for youth and agency representatives to provide training and networking Passage of volunteer liability legislation Creation of a mini-grant program Beginning of public relations activities Creation of a newsletter for agencies I)evelopment of a quality control program for individual and state-wide programs Diversity of opportunities-a program for everyone Youth involvement in planning and implementation -:·.·:· . 31 �THE FIRST FOLLOW-UP PLANNING MEETING July 15, 1991 at the Holiday Inn, Lansing, Michigan Hosted by the Council of Michigan Foundations On July 15, 1991 the Council of Michigan Foundations hosted a day-long meeting in Lansing for self-selected panicipants of the June 10-11 conference and additional interested parties to continue planning for the Michigan youth service initiative. Dorothy Johnson, the President of the Council of Michigan Foundations welcomed participants and called the meeting to order. Ms. Johnson and members of her staff including Kathy Agard and Jim McHale were joined by representatives of the meeting's co-sponsoring organizations: Diana Algra, Executive Director of the Michigan Campus Compact; Maryellen Lewis, Executive Director of the Michigan NonProfit Forum; Robena Stanley, Executive Assistant Superintendent for State and Federal Relations, Michigan Department of Education; and Frank Dirks, Field Organizer for Youth Service America. The special guest for the meeting was Michelle Engler, the First Lady of Michigan. Ms. Engler was accompanied by Stephanie Comai-Page, Social Welfare Policy Advisor from the Governor's Office. Maura Wolfe, Youth Engaged in Service Coordinator for the Points of Light Foundation also attended the meeting. After Ms. Johnson's opening remarks, Ms. Engler outlined the state's response since the June Conference. • Governor Engler will appoint a commission on youth service. • Michelle Engler will chair the commission. . • The commission will develop Michigan's funding application to the National and Community Service Commission. • Michigan's commission will focus on youth service. • The commission will be housed, at least initially, in the Executive Office of the Governor. • The commission should be appointed by mid-August. • Projections of size range from 15 to 21 commission members. • The commission will be representative of the diversity of the state. • The commission will have an indefinite term. It will be created by executive order and can only be ended with an executive order. • Initially, ·commission members will have staggered terms- 1/3 for 1 year, 1/3 for 2 years, and 1/3 for three years. Ultimately, membership will be three years. • Meeting participants should submit nominations for commission members to Stephanie Comai-Page. The Governor's Office has already collecting names. • Young people will be represented on the commission. • Provisions are being made to staff the commission. The Governor's Office is also seeking names for the position of Executive Director for the commission. • The participants of this and the June meeting will serve as an informal advisory group for the commission. Following Ms. Engler's comments the co-sponsors offered some remarks. 32 �-, · ~:~}~:~ Roberta Stanley • The State Board of Education is interested in youth service. • The State Board is holding a conference in September on related · issues. • Michigan's congressional delegation is important to the future of federal funding support for and implementation of this initiative. The delegation in Washington needs to become aware of the state's increasing interest in youth service. Diana Algra • Service is important issue for college and university presidents in Michigan. • Program partnerships linking colleges and communities are will be valuable to promote. Maryellen Lewis • The Forum is disseminating information throughout its network. Frank Dirks (Mr. Dirks served as facilitator for the rest of the meeting.) . ·.:::. :·.~ • The task of this planning meeting is to begin to formulate a series of recommendations for the state commission to consider for the state plan. The planning timeline will be very short. The appointment of the state commission advances Michigan to a srrong position among the states developing youth service plans. • The White House is supposed to submit National Commission nominees to the Senate for confirmation before the August recess. • State applications could be due as early as early October. • YSA anticipates a carry-over ofFY '91 funds that have not been spent. • The federal legislation provides the context for this discussion but should not be a limiting factor. The development of a statewide youth service plan is the right thing to do whether or not there is federal funding. • The National Commission will have 21 members serving 3 year terms. Initially, terms will be staggered. The Secretaries of Education, Health and Human Services, Labor, and Agriculture, and the Director of ACTION will serve as ex-officio members. • This group should continue to advise the new state commission and serve as a broader pool of program technical resources. The group reviewed and discussed the funded titles in the National and Community Service Act and the status of other state development efforts. Information related to this review is reflected in the appendix. 33 �The group reviewed the basic themes drawn from the June conference. • Promote collaboration. • Build program capacity. Ensure program sustainability beyond support through the Act. • Draw on the strength and experience of existing programs and organizations. • Consider new and alternative program and organizational approaches and arrangements. • Promote program and participant diversity. The group then reviewed issues of particular interest to the National Commission that should be addressed in a state application. • The plan should be comprehensive. • The plan should promote and support program and organizational collaboration. • The plan should be sustainable. • Funding drawn from the Act must supplement not supplant current . state funding for programs targeted in the plan. The group recessed for lunch. The luncheon speaker was Maura Wolfe, of the Point of Light Foundation. She provided an overview of the Foundation's activities and introduced the Youth Ambassador program. The Points of Light Foundation efforts to promote and encourage voltimeerism across the generations include: • National advertising campaigns. • Coordinating and mobilizing existing resources including corporate leaders to promote volunteerism. • Identifying effective programs disseminating information about them. One of the administrative divisions at the Foundation is called Youth Engaged in Service (YES). YES is about to launch a major new program to promote youth service, the YES Youth Ambassadors. The program will be piloted for one year in three states beginning in September 1991. Michigan is being considered as one of the three states. Below is a summary of the program. • The goals are to connect people, build coalitions, and share information at state, regional and national levels. • Two young people will be serve as full-time state liaison/organizers for the Foundation. • They will be assigned to work for a lead state agency/organization, such as the Governor's new commission. • They will host a minimum of two Points of Light Action Forums to inform state groups about youth service. • They will actively work to involve youth in service. • They will help to organize a data bank of services and resources. • They will be trained by Points of Light in Washington. • They need to be on the job by September. 34 �..... ~ :-· ~\'"~<--: :-:.·, • They should reflect diverse youth participation. Points of Light is looking at Michigan as a model of state development. • The state organization/agency to which the ambassadors are assigned must: -Provide them with office space, -Provide direction and guidance for works plans and activities. -Make a one-year commitment to the program. -Provide assistance in "opening doors". The group re-convened after lunch to continue discussion of considerations important to a state plan. These considerations can be broken into four broad categories- the process for and structure of the youth service initiative in Michigan; youth empowerment through program and process design; education and training for program practitioners and policymakers; and best approaches for program design. A summary of issues raised and recommendations made in each of these categories follows. PR 0 CESS/STRUCTURE Can the state commission members represent organizations that will want to be funding recipients? How will this potential question of conflict of interest be handled? Ensure that the state process encourages local groups to build coalitions in order to pursue funding through local initiatives. The term "community service" carries connotation of alternative service for adjudicated violators of law. The language needs to be clarified. Emphasize family involvement.. many students need family members to provide transportation ... youth service can be a way of involving families in volunteerism. Ensure that the efforts developed through the initiative creates a "seamless" state youth service structure. Local neighborhood service activities are preferred among young people because of transportation concerns, time barriers, and the reward that comes from seeing the result of efforts in your own neighborhood. Programs and projects should come from the community rather than being imposed from the top. Longevity is dependent upon this ownership. Labor union involvement is important. Youth service must not be seen as a way of supplanting jobs. Representatives of organized labor need to be a part of the process. What is the goal of the Act- youth development or community development? The federal support should be used to jump-start sustainable programs/projects. Include Michigan's many resources for long-term planning and support. Don't just rely on the federal money. 35 �Develop incentives and rewards for local collaboration. Volunteer Action Centers can play important roles by serving as information clearinghouses, providing student mini-grant, and coordinating new project development. Funding must flow directly to local levels. Require collaboration in mini-grant requests at the local level. Consider developing a competitive grant process. Guidelines need to be shared on principles of good practice with the service organizations. Make volunteerism more accessible for "at risk"youth and families. Set up mechanisms for local communities to solve problems on their own. Ensure that people from the grass-roots can contribute to the planning process. Ensure that students, teachers, and agencies can contribute. Create a state service and conservation corps advisory committee. Creatively use and involve the 4-H and community college systems. Look at the strengths and weakness of the Minnesota model. Learn what happened with the state volunteer clearinghouse under Gov. Miliken. Develop a centralized data system with direct local access and satellite local data systems. Create incentives that emphasize the value and importance of service and volunteerism. Teach volunteers to develop a volunteer portfolio of experiences. Include corporations as a strategy for long term planning. K -12/corps/service relationships. YOUTH EMPOWERMENT Use the resources of groups like those represented in this room to survey young people across the state on how grant request should be structured and use those responses in the application. Establish local community panels that include youth to assess local projects and service opportunities. Train organizations in the development and implementation of volunteer programs to make them "volunteer friendly". Need to be "youth friendly". Involve Youth at-risk 36 �............ Important to allow youth to participate in problem and solution identification. The youth perspective important. EDUCATION/TRAINING Special efforts must be made with MEA and other unions to assure that the schools are welcoming to youth volunteers, youth service curriculums and education. Be sure to recognize and answer concerns about job potenital displacement. Education and training should be a theme including opportunities for youth reflection and civic responsibility. Youth volunteer jobs should have an educational component. Make sure we have peer-tutoring/counseling links For practitioners at the state level we need: -training for management of volunteers -educators -program operators Intermediate school districts could be an excellent source for teacher training/service learning curriculum Higher education mini-grants for: Service/Learning curriculum Teacher Training May need some training re: -process for applying for funds -regional team training -volunteer program steps- "how tos" -applying for money Technical assistance/experts Mentoring/partnerships PROGRAM DESIGN The quality of experience is important -Students should not be used for meaningless work -Jobs should have learning potential -reflection/potential component should be included -evaluation must be built into process -provision of a variety of experiences -clearinghouse for volunteers -youth empowerment and involvement important Neighborhood efforts/local- "hard services" need to see the product Over arching issues: -K-12 training -remember 5-6 million dollars available 37 �-inter-organizational youth collaboration At the state level the following could be possible: -clearinghouse of collaborative projects -training of community educators and agencies -linking community projects with schools (corps/schools connected) -model job descriptions record keeping/evaluation of programs Need for intergenerational programming Incentives: -Scholarships -Work The group was left with the following tasks for the next meeting. • • • • Review the draft report from June 10 and 11. Review minutes of July 15. Review the Act summary. Come to the next meeting prepared to answer the following questions: - What principles should guide the state commission's planning? -What should be the measurable outcomes? - What should be the organizational structure of the state commission? - What resources could your organization conoibute to the initiative? 38 �,. .... ·-- .. '. THE SECOND FOLLOW-UP PLANNING MEETING July 31, 1991 at the Kellogg Center, East Lansing, Michigan Hosted by the Michigan Nonprofit Forum I '" -::· '- { On the afternoon of July 31, 1991, Maryellen Lewis of the Michigan Nonprofit Forum hosted a second planning meeting at the Kellogg Center on the campus of Michigan State University. Ms. Lewis was joined by representatives of the meeting's co-sponsoring organizations: Kathy Agard, Program Director for the Council of Michigan Foundations; Diana Algra, Executive Director of the Michigan Campus Compact; Roberta Stanley, Executive Assistant Superintendent for State and Federal Relations, Michigan Department of Education; and Frank Dirks, Field Organizer for Youth Service America. Stephanie Comai-Page, representing the Governor's Office was also in attendance. Participants had been asked in a memo sent to them prior to the meeting to record their responses to the questions posed at the end of the July, 15 meeting. The following in a summary of the questions and the written answers that were submitted. What are principles you believe should guide the Governor's Commission to create a youth service plan for Michigan? • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Build upon success while encouraging innovation. Consider the benefits for participants and the state. Quality is more important than quantity. Include all sectors in planning and programming. Involve young people in planning. Ensure that youth are members of the commission. Encourage innovation. Consider a variety of programs from a variety of areas. Ensure geographic representation. Link to existing business and education partnerships. Give special attention to urban areas. Ensure local community support and ownership. Promote outcome driven efforts. Maintain realistic expectations of financial and human requirements and availability. Address real community needs. Institutionalize new programs and expand established programs. Ensure that youth service experiences are meaningful for youth. Give priority to actual projects over clearinghouse models. Collaboration must be defined as involving community residents, not just community agencies. Maintain consistent and broadly disseminated standards for program practice. Involve youth in community partnerships. What are measurable outcomes that should be specified for a successful local collaboration for youth community service under the Michigan youth service plan? • • • • • Project progress. Impact on participants. Value of work accomplished. Number of persons effectively served. Program efficiency. 39 �• • • • • • • Long term effect. Diversity of participants and agencies, and services provided. Leadership roles taken by youth . Extent of business partnerships. Retention of youth in programs. Sustainability of programs. Level of youth involvement in program planning and decisionmaking • The structure, intent, and practice of youth advisory councils. • The level and quality of local community agency support. What should be the commission's development plan and the process for fund distribution? • Grant applications should demonstrate- the buy-in of local partners, youth involvement in planning process, and should include expected outcomes, an operating plan, and a monitoring system. The grant review process should be inclusive and measure against the items above. • Use funding to support the formation of a program development infrastructure. Match existing resources. Local programs should be responsible for sustainability. • Support regional clearinghouses that promote the development of local coalitions and provide technical assistance and support that: -:- trains youth for service opportunities. - trains agencies to provide quality service experiences. - trains coalitions to raise funds to become self-supporting. • Utilize existing networks. Do not create a new bureaucracy. • The Governor's Commission should determine the criteria for grant proposals and selection. The Governor Romney, Janet Blanchard, · Michelle Engler co-chaired Coordinating Committee on Voluntarism should have an equal role in selecting local grantees. Local ~tees should demonstrate the implementation of a local inter-agency committee on youth initiatives and the role of young people in the design and implementation of the local program. What are resources your organization or network will contribute towards the success of the Michigan youth service plan? Staff Expertise in: Program development Statewide program implementation and operation Administration Sub-granting Experience with past and present highly successful programs Information dissemination Access to student volunteers Limited Staff Support Expertise on and access to resource materials 40 �Information on collaboration models Video tape and handbook/guide may be reproduced and distributed Programmatic statistics and information may be shared Gmntsmanship expertise Technical assistance to communities wishing to develop youth action councils Identification of local individuals and organizations The above questions served to frame the group discussion. Frank Dirks, of Youth Service America served as facilitator. Listed below is a summary of the points raised during the discussion. GUIDING PRINCIPLES Use existing syst~ms, build on strength while encouraging innovation. Involve youth at all levels. Respond flexibility to local circumstances. Involve local coalitions. :,_. , _, _ Applications should be judged on a point system where points are earned for each type of collaboration Youth Educators Business and private industry councils Seniors Handicapped Churches Collaboration requires community residents not just community agencies. Expand from existing programs. Outcomes should be based on community needs assessment. Broadly target "at risk" youth by giving additional points to those proposals. Involve those served in the pl~ning and evaluation process. Make the process easy to understand and accessible. Make it easy for youth input. Ensure that support is not exclusively directed toward strong and well established programs. Mixture merit and potential. Support sustainable programs. Maintain a long-range plan. Emphasize quality over quantity. 41 �OUTCOMES There is very little research on the effect of service on youth development. Building a research base for youth service should be integrated into the plan. Research will help advance the initiative and guide new program development. Head Start research has influenced policy development. A sampling of suggested measures: Continued volunteer service. Service impact on the community. Attitude changes among youth servers and community members. Leadership roles taken by youth servers. Level of community agency involvement. Measures must look at the effect on servers and the community served. Use research to educate funding sources and win their support. Consider a "human service unit" formula, for instance, how many older Americans are served. Consider measures for the type of service provided. Enlist an independent evaluator to assess state-wide initiative. Establish an easy, yet uniform, reporting mechanism in order to build a comprehensive database. Link this to the independent evaluator. Include service benefits for youth: employability, group process skills, education goals. Link to national education goals. Research should not drive projects. Overall outcomes: community awareness, willingness to continue project, increased local funds for youth service programs. RESOURCES TO BE SHARED Council of Michigan Foundations - Community and funding resource information and training. Depanment of Education - Information on successful school-based programs Michigan Campus Compact - Information on successful college programs, experience in making service mini-grants. Detroit Compact - Training. 42 �41-f staff- Community program collaborators, extensive network resources, technical assistance, and training. Bloomfield Hills School District- Program development experience in school-based programs. Catholic Youth Organization in Detroit- Information on "Youth on Board" program and information on leadership development. Volunteer Center Network- Assistance in volunteer management, convening local networks. Neighborhood Builders Alliance- Assistance in program organization, local grant-making procedures, and project evaluation. Michigan State University Service Learning Center- Materials on program operation, and evaluation support and guidance. United Community Services- Training, volunteer management database, and training for community assessment and planning. Nonprofit Forum- Promotion in connection with the Michigan Association of Broadcasters, linkage to Year of Volunteers in 1992, and will dedicate newsletter to youth service in Michigan. Michigan United Way - Training and local fundraising support. <-~· ·- Campus Outreach Opportunity League- Support in organizing college student coalitions to promote service. Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals - Information dissemination, and support in recruiting speakers and advocates. Children's Charter- Information on youth involvement on boards. Urban League Network- Information, referral, facilities, recruinnent, and advocacy. ELEMENTS FOR A STATE PLAN Use the grant-making research and experience ofDeparttnent of Education mini-grant programs. Use the experience of the Michigan Campus Compact venture grant program and explore linkages . . Make application process easy so a group of students could apply (through a fiscal agent). Establish different categories for grants. Some grants should be large enough to provide significant support. Do not allow a term like "mini-grants" to define the program. Some grants should not be mini. Support not only sustainable programs but also specific projects that may have a limited duration. 43 �Kathryn Agard Council of Michigan Foundations Grand Haven Ml Esmerelda Agee Career Works Inc Highland Park Ml Diana Algra Michigan Campus Compact E. Lansing Ml Neena Analil Warren Ml Asenath Andrews Detroit Public Schools Detroit Ml Mary Andrews Michigan State University Human Ecol E. Lansing Ml Adolf Armbruster Michigan Dept. of Social Services lansing Ml Richard Ballard Michigan Neighborhood Corps lansing Ml Milton Barnes Athletic Director Albion High School Albion Ml Ardith Bennett Wayne St. University Wateriord Ml Paula Beugen Minn. Office of Volunteer Services St. Paul MN Jack Bittle Ml Assoc. of Secondary School Principal Ann Arbor Jon Blyth Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Flint Ml Anita Bohn University of Michigan Project SERVE Ann Arbor Joyce Brown Battle Creek Area Urban League Battle Creek Ml Jean Burkhardt Youth Service Consultant Minneapolis MN Julie Busch Campus Programs and Orgs. Albion Coli. Albion Ml Mary Cady Ml Assoc. of Volunteer Administrators Alain a Campbell Michigan Collegiate Coaliton lansing Ml Patty Campbell Off.of Vol. Services lansing Comm. Coli Lansing Ml Gary Cass Michigan Dept. of Education Albion Ml Donna Clark Dept. of Nat. Resources Off. of Spc. Svc lansing Ml Guy Clark Michigan Collegiate Coaliton Lansing Donna Clarke Michigan Non-Profit Forum E. Lans ing Ml Dana Cole Executive Office Olds Plaza lansing Ml Duane Coleman Urban League of Flint Rint Ml Elizabeth Colucci Michigan Civilian Conservation Corps Vanderbilt Ml Stephanie Comai-Page Social Services Policy Advisor lansing Ml Barbara Conrad Michigan Dept. of Social Services Lansing Ml Fritz Crabb Grand Rapids Public Schools Grand Rapids Ml 44 �Neal Davis Battle Creek Youth Volunteer Corps Battle Creek Ml Darin Day Lansing Ml Maria Dell'isola University of Michigan Project SERVE Ann Arbor Ml Kathleen Dennis-Gamble United Comm. Svcs. of Metro. Detroit Detroit Ml Steve Dice Dept. of Natural Resources Roscommon Ml Frank Dirks Youth Service America Washington, D.C. Ross Dodge Michigan Civilian Conservation Corps Lansing Ml Rick Drabant Career Works Inc. Highland Park Ml Barbara DuMouchelle State Board of Education Grosse lie Ml Mary Edens Michigan St. Univ.Service Learning Center E. Lansing Ml Michelle Engler Executive Office Olds Plaza Lansing Ml Paulette Ethi er United Commun ity Svcs. of Metro. Detroit Detroit Ml David Farley Kellogg Youth Initiative Program Marshall Ml Stacy Fentress Saginaw Ml Michael Foley Children's Charter of the Courts of Ml Lansing Ml Jacqueline Foster Urban League of Flint Flint Ml John Freeman Flint Ml Cynthia Galvan Vol. Svcs. Office Governor of TX Office Austin TX Jared Genser Youth Service America Washington D.C. Beth Gibbs Bloomfield Hills Ml Colleen Goff man Ml Dept. of Management & Budget Lansing Ml Marsha Goode YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit Detroit William Green Marquette Public Schools Marquette Ml Deborah Grether Dept. of Labor Lansing Ml Susie Hassan University of Michigan Ann Arbor Ml Ingrid Hekman Office of National Service Wa-=:hington D.C. Ollie Hollis SEA Metro-Oakland Pontiac Ml Debra Holmes-Garrison The United Way of Grand Rapids Grand Rapids Ml Marylee O.avis i·-··::·· ~- , i gan St. University \:.. .>~·ansing Ml .. ~ -. ~. r- <1emann Kalamazoo Foundation Kalamazoo Ml 45 �) Ned Jeffrey Howard U of Ml Off. of Comm.Service Learning Ann Arbor Ml C.J. Howell Lansing Ml Brenda L. Hunt Greater Kalamazoo United Way Kalamazoo Ml Roger Hurley Public/Privata Ventures Philadelphia PA Robert Ivory United Way of Michigan Lansing Ml Timothy Jacobs Bay City Ml Glen Jenkins Muskegon Ml Dorothy Johnson Council of Michigan Foundations Grand Haven Ml Fawn E. Jones Neighborhood Builders Alliance Lansing Ml Harold Jones Urban League of Flint RintMI Dave Kahn Michigan Assoc. of Sch. Administrators Holt Ml Gene Keilitz United Way of Ml Rebe Kingston Detroit Public Schools Detroit Ml Andy Knecht! Warren Ml Anne Knox Congressman Paul Henry's Office Grand Rapids Ml Jerry Kolker Public/Private Ventures Philadelphia PA Gail Kong Starserve Santa Monica CA Chris Kwak National Youth Leadership Council Roseville MN Javier La Fianza Constitutional Rights Foundation Los Angeles CA Diane Landis United Way of America Alexandria VA Roger Landrum Youth Service America Washington, D.C. Mark Langseth National Youth Leadership Council Roseville MN Patrick Lapine Grant Develop. Specialist Sen. Reigle Roseville MN Renee Lerche Ed. Prog. Planning Ford Motor Company Dearborn Ml Maryellen Lewis Michigan Nonprofit Forum E. Lansing Ml Michelle Lytle Lainsburg Ml Joe Madison Massachusetts Youth Service Alliance Boston, MA Cindy Mark 4-H Youth Program E. Lansing Ml AI Markowski Project OASES Pittsburgh Middle Schs. Pittsburgh PA Hubbell Michigan Dept. of Education Lansing Ml 46 � 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, 49403 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 1991 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/96e257f3db89c6ed880f8f4a0841d17e.pdf e10f036c56cddb823b6c5d075fbd1b9e PDF Text Text ~ ...- DRAFT 1 A bill to establish the Michigan community service commission; to provide for the powers and duties of the Michigan commu- nity service commission; and to provide for the powers and duties 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, "commission" means the 2 Michigan community service commission established in section 2. 3 Sec. 2. (1) The Michigan community service commission, ere- 4 ated by Executive Order No. 1991-25, is established as a statu- S tory entity. 6 (2) The commission shall consist of 21 members appointed by 7 the governor. a 9 (3) Members of the commission shall serve for staggered 3-year terms expiring on October I or when a successor is 04361'93 Draft I TMV �2 appointed, whichever is later. 2 expire each year. The terms of 7 members shall Members appointed under Executive Order 3 No. 1991-25 before the effective date of this act shall serve for 4 the remainder of their terms. 5 (4) A vacancy in the office of a member of the commission is 6 created in the manner provided in section 3 of chapter 15 of the 7 Revised Statutes of 1846, being section 201.3 of the Michigan 8 Compiled Laws. A vacancy shall be filled by appointment by the 9 governor for the remainder of the term. 10 Sec. 3. 11 commission. (1) The governor shall appoint a chairperson of the The commission may elect other officers from among 12 its members. (2) The commission shall meet quarterly. 13 However, the com- 14 mission shall meet more frequently at the call of the chairperson 15 or if requested by 5 or more members. 16 (3) A majority of the members of the commission constitute a 17 quorum for the transaction of business at a meeting of the 18 commission. A majority of the members present and serving are 19 required for official action of the commission. 20 (4) The business which the commission may perform shall be 21 conducted at a public meeting of the commission held in compli22 ance with the open meetings act, Act No. 267 of the Public Acts 23 of 1976, being sections 15.261 to 15.275 of the Michigan Compiled 24 Laws. 25 (5) A writing prepared, owned, used, in possession of, or 26 retained by the commission in the performance of an official 27 function is subject to the freedom of information act, Act 04361 '93 Draft I �. . 3 No. 442 of the Public Acts of 1976, being sections 15.231 to 2 15.246 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. 3 (6} Members of the commission shall serve without 4 compensation. However, members of the commission may be reim- 5 bursed for their actual and necessary expenses incurred in the 6 performance of their official duties as members of the 7 commission. 8 Sec. 4. The commission shall do all of the following: 9 (a} Develop a coordinated, unified state plan in response to 10 the national and community s~rvice act of 1990, Public Law 11 1Q1-610, 104 Stat. 3127. 12 (b) Establish policies and procedures for the use of federal 13 grants or other funds available under the national and community 14 service act of 1990, Public Law 101-610, 104 Stat. 3127. 15 (c) Develop initiatives to promote volunteerism and national 16 and community service in coordination with existing programs. 17 (d) Not later than 60 days after the end of each state 18 fiscal year, provide the governor with a report describing its 19 activities during that fiscal year. 20 Sec. 5. The commission shall have staff necessary for the 21 commission to perform its functions. 22 include an executive director. The commission staff shall The executive director shall 23 report directly to the governor and the commission for the pur24 pose of giving advice and making recommendations on programs and 25 laws related to volunteerism and community service. 26 Sec. 6. State departments and agencies shall cooperate with 27 the commission in the performance of its functions. 04361 '93 Draft 1 The �...... 4 commission may request, and state departments and agencies shall 2 provide, policy and technical information required by the cornmis3 sion in the performance of its functions. 04361 • 93 Draft I Final page. TMV � 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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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, 49404 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 1993-10-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/0719cc8c56f3ebd9e2616777367e9ca6.pdf ffeee9f5f1d7d2b0ef8f7b07d1891ecc PDF Text Text .• ,,: II MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 38 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 5171355-3302 An tdlilmce to promote giving, vobulteering tuUl 11 RrOIIIf, effective 11011projit sector in Michigan. April19, 1994 Mr. Frank Dirks Executive Director Michigan Community Service Commission 201 N. Washington Square Victor Office Center Lansing, MI 48933 Dear Frank: Congratulations! I am pleased indeed that you are becoming a Michigander. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you on strengthening community service and volunteerism efforts throughout Michigan. As you begin your move to Michigan, please let me know ifi can be helpful in any way. Being a new member of the Lansing area, I have recently undergone the Lansing house hunt and orientation. While any move in itself can be hectic, I think you will find Lansing to be a very accommodating and hospitable community. I look forward to seeing you at your first Commission meeting on May 20. ~ David 0. Egner Executive Director refDIR40418.hr\wnwrd\corresp\ltr,lcd APR-I-51~ � 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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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_1994-04-19_Members-at-Large-of-MCSC Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 1994-04-19 members at large Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 1994-04-19 members at large. 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, 49405 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 1994-04-19 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/14f9f67d5d3c9ddfdd431b5d6a9c0818.pdf 284e5e42ea07d9e4d375106e2e43fd1f PDF Text Text /' . ~) TO: Frank Dirks Executive Director. MCSC FROM: Scott Richardson RE: 3/10 - 3/11 MCSC Meeting DATE: March 22. 1995 };t Attached you will find my compilation of the main points discussed during the MCSC retreat of March 10 and 11. The four main sections chronicle discussions about vision development. the position paper. the future form of the MCSC. and specific MCSC tasks. \ , ... 1 �3/10195 /. Vision Development Notes are arranged by functions in the mission statement: broker, catalyst, convener. There was repetition because the group had not yet developed specific categories for task definition. A. Broker public relations for service raise program funds national initiatives prevent duplication of efforts recognition infrastructure building collaboration enlarge resource pie diversity: religion. gender, ~ES, race, age clearing house facilitator promote civic ethic disseminate research B Catalyst public relations for MCSC grass roots support program funds trainings for service learning service as part of people's life train public officials facilitator good value/return on investment rebuild civic ethic research on results of service promote and develop service learning make grants C. -Convener empower more people training in civic leadership operating and program fund raising training and technical assistance no duplication infrastructure for sustainability diversity in promotion of common goals reach people where they are facilitate energetic and efficient civic ethic research and evaluation of results service learning promotion �II. Position Paper The group then read and discussed a philosophical position paper produced by the staff. In an atmosphere of high praise for the draft. the group collectively edited the paper. Frank amended the text as people produced suggestions. After much discussion about audience, the group endorsed the following uses of the edited paper: o to explain MCSC's views to others in the national service field: o to describe to interested parties MCSC's placement vis-a-vis government, business. and the non-profit world: o to help MCSC members prepare public statements about its work. 3111195 III. MCSC Future Form The group discussed staff ideas about the form of the MCSC for the future. There were five categories, about which the group discussed pros. cons, and comments. The categories are: non-profit corporation status, administrative endowment, consolidation of all state service and volunteer programs, a physical building, and continued coordination of state service and volunteerism. A. Non-Profit Corporation Status Pros Cons Comments Sustainable Shrinks pie? Political interference more likely? Competition among CBOs Realistic about government funding Should the board grow and include non-voting members, perhaps with rotating terms? How many board meetings per year are needed? B. Endowment Pros Cons Timing is best now Is window closing? ~ Comments Who'll manage endowment? Privatization is trendy Legislature could amend 2 years for match plan? it to death Enhances collab. Who'll lobby against? Sustainability Political insulate Will state fund programs too? �C. Consolidation Pros Cons Comments Links programs Seniors: "our programs are fine" MCSC administers but does not operate programs Invite. don't force. all to join D. Building Pros Cons Comments Ends duplication Other CBO objections? Need to study feasibility E. Maintain Volunteer Support All were strenuously in favor of this. Conclusions The staff was charged with further exploring the feasibility of transforming the MCSC into a state-sanctioned. private non-profit foundation. If political support is evident from key sectors. the staff should fervently pursue the foundation strategy. A similar mandate was presented concerning the endowment idea. The group endorsed inviting, but not forcing, senior and other groups to be administered by MCSC. The group made clear that administration is not operation. and that MCSC grant activity should primarily concern "pass through" initiatives. IV. Specific MCSC Tasks These tasks. which have to happen to bring about the visions. were divided into five areas: public relations. education and awareness. hub of wheel. infrastructure. and fund raising. A. Public Relations Define the message Identify the audiences and stakeholders Build bridges to the profit sector Add media representatives to board; example. Free Press editor Seek volunteer expert on PR to help develop strategy �B. Fund Raising Study feasibility of the endowment grant and matching proposal Each MCSC commissioner to donate Seek volunteer expert on fund raising, assign responsibility for: o developing pla~s and conducting research o raising the funds o crafting the "pitch" . o coordinating a fund raising committee C. Infrastructure Study feasjbility of non-profit status for MCSC Reach out to new groups Add service learning to curricular goals and standards Connect good programs, which are losing funds, toward new resources Connect with university service learning initiatives Develop systems to to promote MI initiatives, like service learning Report successes to state board of education Identify training capacity for service learning Leverage funds for model service learning programs D. Hub of Wheel Define mission and goals Define grant making function Improve grant making process with: o needs assessment o training for MCSC members o a focus on "pass through" grants Clarify relationship with "spokes": respectful oversight Do not compete with spokes Create communication network among spokes; contract out if necessary Provide logistics for clearing house function E. Evaluation Customize reports about accomplishments Synthesize impact of programs administered by MCSC Disseminate research on service learning Discuss best practices and what does not work Conduct a process evaluation of the MCSC Do cost-benefit, quantitative analysis on multiplier effect of programs, using UM and others for expertise � 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_1995-03-22_Long-Range-Planning-Frank-Dirks Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 1995-03-22 long range planning from Frank Dirks Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 1995-03-22 long range planning from Frank Dirks. 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, 49406 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 1995-03-22 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/c085f5fda676908e51b0650fc40adb04.pdf 012484eea3483ed2d71b3154206e743c PDF Text Text 11r1a ~') MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION PUBUC HEARING TESTIMONY MARCH 25, 1997 ARIA LARSEN, DIRECTOR SENIOR COMPANION PROGRAM FAMILY SERVICE AGENCY 202 E. BOULEY ARD DRIVE STE. II 0 FLINT, Ml48503 810-257-3769 I have been asked to represent our Senior Companion Program in Lapeer and Genesee Counties as well as the eight other Senior Companion Programs in Michigan. I have been the Director of our Senior Companion Pro!:,rram since it was started 13 years ago. Prior to the creation of our Senior Companion Pro!:,rram, I was the Director of1he Foster Grandparent Program in our area for two years and then assigned joint directorships of both Programs for two years for a total of 1.5 years as a Director of National Senior Service Corps Programs in Michigan. The Senior Companion Probrram recruits, trains, assigns and supervises seniors who wish to be a volunteer in their community and are 60 years of age and older and meet income guidelines ( 125°·o of poverty). Stan· of the Senior Companion Program support the senior volunteer in their volunteer efforts and provide advocacy for their volunteers in needs they may have outside of their volunteering experience. An annual physical is provided for the senior as well as a daily meal allo,vance and travel reimbursement. An hourly stipend ofS2.45 for a maximum of20 hours \\Cck of volunteering in the community is also provided for the senior volunteer. These hendits help support the effort and costs of volunteering for the volunteer and improves their quality of life. Our Senior Companion volunteers visit and help special needs adults, 21 years of age and older in Lapeer and Genesee Counties v.·ho are living independently or \vith their families or in foster care homes. group homes. adult day care centers, adult education programs, day treatment programs and nursing homes. These special needs adults are referred by community agencies who have written agreements with the SCP to be matched with senior volunteers by the Prosrram stall The community referral agencies are there for the needs of their adult clients and the Senior Companion Pro!:,rram is there for their Senior volunteer. By working together the Pro!:,rram and the referral agencies work together to meet the needs of the volunteers and the clients. The specia l needs these adults may have are: developmental disabilities, mental illness, frail health, dementia and physical handicaps. The goal of the senior volunteers' efforts with their assigned clients is to allow the clients to live as independently as possible by providing companionship, advocacy. respite. and social activities to their assigned clients and their families . �The senior volunteer is served by enabling them to remain independent and active in their community by being part of the Senior Companion Program. The relationships they build with their assibrned clients benetits both the Senior volunteers and the referred adults. Two special !:,"TOups of individuals, the low income senior volunteer and the special needs adult, are served for the cost of one, making the SCP very cost efticient In Lapeer and Genesee Counties we have 45 volunteers actively serving 248 clients in the community through 2 I community referral sources. The State of Michigan began funding National Senior Service Corps Programs (NSSC) 20 years ago. The funds came from the Department of Mental Health (DMH) and the Office on Aging (OSA) through OSA to local sponsor agencies across the State. When the State began funding NSSC Programs there was only one Senior Companion Probrram. Now there are nine Programs with only two of the SCP funded primarily by the Corporation for National Service (CNS). The State of Michigan has funding in all the SCP, FGP and RSVP in Michigan except one Senior Companion Program. There are more state funds in the NSSC Programs in Michigan than federal funds . Our Program is a state funded program with a small federal PNS grant that supports three additional Senior Companion volunteers. Our Programs are very fortunate in Michigan to have the state funds and the full support of OSA in administering them . OSA ' s priority is the well being of seniors in Michigan. It understands the needs of seniors and the problems that confront them . The extra bonus is that OSA recot,rnizes the NSSC Probrrams as volunteer probrrams for seniors and promotes them as a service to senior volunteers as well as the volunteers ' community. This was the purpose of the NSSC Probrrams when they began thirty years ago through the federal agency (ACTION) under the Domestic Volunteer Service Act. Before the Corporation was formed and our name was changed to the NSSC our Programs were knov.-11 as the Older American Volunteer Programs lOA VP). The name supported the original purpose ofthe Probrrams ofthe emphasis being placed on the senior volunteer over any community service they provided. The Corporation 1s changing the purpose of the NSSC Pro!:,rrams to have the emphasis on the service the senior volunteers provide the community over the service to the senior volunteer to fit in with the service orientation of the Corporation and its other Programs such as AMERICORPS and LEARN AND SERVE. In Michigan the Corporation's State office is required to adopt this same emphasis. However, the state office has monitored and funded the NSSC Probrrams, tirst as the ACTION state office and now as the Corporation state oftice since these Pro!:,rrams began thirty years ago . The Programs are comfortable with the state oftice as a known entity and the Corporation State Office works well with OSA giving a solid base to all the NSSC Programs in Michigan. Unfortunately, not all the states which have NSSC Programs across the country have state offices on auing or even Communitv. Service Commissions like we have in Michigan. What the NSSC Programs nationally do have in common is the Corporation State Offices. What has made the - - - �NSSC Probrrams successful and so long-standing with bipartis~_n_support is the consistent fiscal and programmatic oversight and structure nationally with the -Corporation State Offices_ The fiscal and probrrammatic structure for the NSSC Probrrams in Michigan currently meets the needs of the Programs through the oversight of OSA and the Corporation State Office _ It is a system that has worked for over twenty years and has made the Michigan NSSC Programs some of the best in the country. Our Programs have been able to meet the needs of our senior volunteers and enable them to be part of the their local community support systems that works toward meeting the needs identified by their own local community. The Michigan Community Service Commission can support our NSSC Programs by facilitating information about the NSSC Programs in Michigan to their AmeriCorps and Learn and Serve Programs in the state. The Commission also needs to promote older adult service as part of AmeriCorps. Individuals who attend college later in life would appreciate an opportunity to get tuition assistance by providing community service. I have not seen or heard of any older adults being AmeriCorps service providers in Michigan and it is my understanding AmeriCorps was open to all ages of qualified Americans. Because the Michigan NSSC Programs promote the senior over service, we feel we are not a good fit with the service oriented and youth oriented AmeriCorps and Learn and Serve probrrams nationaily and in Michigan. �Testimony to the Michigan Community Service Commission •·'. ·:· March 25, 1997 Mrs. Engler, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Commission. Thank you for inviting me to comment on the topic before us today. The views that I will express today are my own and perhaps no one else's; they are not to be construed as representing the views of the Corporation as a whole or any other persons within the Corporation. Even with as many views as are represented here today, all of us together represent only a small fraction of the people who are involved in and interested in community service and volunteerism. I read the Lansing Journal these days (since the Detroit papers have been first on strike and now in a lock-out situation) and I noticed on Thursday a small headline that read _"A celebration of Community Service." "How wonderful," I thought . "Maybe I'll see some names I know. Maybe Janet Clark has a new project she hasq't told me about yet." As I read the clip it turned out to be a notice about the Delta Sigma Theta Sororjt}l celebrating 37 years of community service. Delta Sigma Theta is a sorority of African-American women formed in 1913 at Howard University. The Lansing alumnae chapter was formed in 1960 and has several community service programs in the local area. A reminder that there are many more of us than we sometimes remember. Those of us here today will give you an interesting but -small sampling of opinion on the topics proposed; it is a good start, however. One of those topics concerns the "strengths and weaknesses of the Michigan Community Service Commission as presently constituted and as currently involved. There are of course strengths and weaknesses of any organization ..... The purpose, mission, and goals as outlined in the OPERATING PROCEDURES for the Commission do not appear to need any revision. They outline a wide range of activities and communications in support of community service and volunteerism involving residents from all ages and backgrounds serving in all areas of life in Michigan. These are indeed the mission and goals I would propose for a Commission if they had not already been deYised. What I believe can come from this mission is a broad evocation of service in Michigan and one which helps to ensure that programs and resources are widely spread and geographically balanced, facilitates the formation and growth of local collaborative efforts reinforces priority consideration to Michigan's needs and wishes, and smooths the way, especially within State Government, for getting things done. But let's be honest. This meeting today is about something else. Underlying this meeting today is the continuing jostling for power over the community service programs funded by the federal government. The proposed or threatened "takeover" of all the funding by either the State Commissions or by the State Offices of the Corporation has generated considerable heat and rather little understanding and absolutely no benefit to any of our combined constituency. Nationally, and here in Michigan, some people fear the so-called takeover of all the programs by the State Commissions (didn 't know you were such a threatening bunch, did you?). Nationally and here in Michigan, Commissions and their staffs are maligned as upstart, inexperienced, and incompetent. Fears are raised that tried-and-true programs will be indiscriminately destroyed and that rules protecting vulnerable populations will be abolished. �Nationally and here in Michigan, some people resent that the devolutio~ of powers to the States has not included devolution of all the money and all the community service programs. Nationally and here in Michigan the federal employees of the Corporation are maligned as rigid, obsolete, and incompetent. Accusations are made that new service programs will be squeezed with rules and overlaid with hidebound bureaucracy. Much criticism is raised and many potential disasters are predicted if one side should prevail over the other. It seems to me unfair and insulting to suggest that the staff of the Michigan Commission- or any other Commission - could not learn and would not abide by the laws and rules governing the VISTA and Senior Corps programs. It is equally unfair and absurd to suggest that the staff of the Michigan Corporation for National SerVice office could not learn and would not abide by the laws and rules governing1,~e AmeriCorps programs and the Learn and Serve programs. Of course, this would not be true. .I This whole issue of who's going to be IN CHARGE, I thought, was set aside last year after a group of Executive Directors and CNS State Directors came to consensus over how to overcome some of the difficulties and obstacles. The consensus was to encourage each state to determine its own way of working together - with Commission, Corporation, and Departments of Education coming to their own individualized plans of action. The idea of a "unified plan" came out of these discussions. All the parties took this agreement seriously and were working to address it locally. · The good-faith efforts of all the states who took this agreement seriously were undermined -betrayed I must say -by some people in Washington for whatever their reasons might have been. The events and recriminations of the last few months can be explained ad nauseam, but after Washington's so-called "accidental emission," every constituency of the Corporation began firing weapons. What minimal trust that had developed among the parties was destroyed. Now we find ourselves here today in the aftermath of that debacle. So what is all the fuss about over the structure of how the federal money for community service programs comes to Michigan: Who is complaining about the way things are done now? Who is unhappy and wants so desperately to make things different? Is it the public at large; is it disappointed applicants; is it successful project operators? I think it is none of these. If it is none of these, why would we want to reinvent what already exists. The problem really is that we've gotten ourselves trapped in a focus on FIXING a few flaws when we should just get busy and work smarter. The human impulse to tinker and fix things up is well known to all of us. We also know how most "new and improved" products on the market are only repackaged and more expensive than the originals. In most areas of life, after we reach a certain level of functioning, the payback of additional "improvements" is relatively limited. The cost of such relatively small improvements can be very high and in the end counterproductive to the larger enterprise. There is the additional risk of negative unintended consequences which are worse than the thing we started out to fix . �- - - ------------------ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - We - you as Commissioners and the rest of us as staff and other beneficiaries of the federally-funded community service and volunteer programs- must acknowledge the flaws in our systems and work to minimize their effect, but I must emphasize that none of the flaws are fatal and none are serious enough to warrant the kind of time and tempest that has consumed so many of us for the last year and a half. We all may have different views of what would be the "IDEAL" arrangement. I know that Frank Dirks and I have different views on many things, but we had begun to work quite productively together and had been able to bring some things of value to the state and to individual programs and participants by doing so. We've come to understand different points of view; different approaches to problems; and different styles of work. Interagency collaboration is not easy, as all of you know. '· But in the end the cooperation and the learning environment have benefited both our operations and our immediate constituencies. We have made mistakes- separately and together- and will again, I'm sure- separately and together. Were there to be someone else in my place and someone other than Frank at the helm of the Commission, there might be different mistakes, but there definitely \vould be mistakes and missed opportunities and misunderstandings. That's life. We all like our own ideas best usually. If you must know my opinion on the IDEAL way to channel Corporation for National Service programs into Michigan communities I'll tell you, but I prefer to leave well enough alone. And to stop talking about changing the way it is now. If I had the power to go across the street today and start over again, I would create a different structure. The federal funding through the Corporation for National Service is for NATIONAL SERVICE, not simply community service. The programs are envisioned as nationwide in scope, nationwide in interest, and derive their participants from the nation as a whole. Not FEDERAL, necessarily, but definitely NATIONAL. There must remain a national focus and identity. Otherwise we devolve into 48,49, or 50 state service programs. The "national" in national service is best preserved through a workforce network that is state-based and nationally-connected, and is positioned to respond to and be held accountable for local and national initiatives alike. The Corporation State Offices have that workforce. In my opinion, all Corporation for National Service funding and program decisions should flow through the Corporation State Offices. For more than 20 years, federal employees in these offices have successfully balanced the rules and priorities of national program designs with specific local needs and requirements. What would happen to the Commissions in my personally-designed world across the street? I would have a Commission for all of the purposes that are currently in your OPERATING PROCEDURES. Your function as Commissioners would not change. You would be the functional and influential link between State government and federal programs. But hey we ' re not going across the street. We're right here. What do we do? Whatshould ~u~« �I encourage you to become as involved as you can in meeting and observing the participants in all kinds of community service and volunteer programs in your areas. Consider how insights from these efforts might be publicized and shared with others. Encourage a learning environment within the Commission. Encourage staff to provide you with opportunities to publicize your support for community service among all ages and in all areas of the state. Continue to provide public recognition for voluntary efforts of . all kinds. Seek ways to ensure that Michigan law and policy places a value on volunteer service, in areas such as liability insurance and others. Help to bring additional partners into the community service arena. Play an active and assertive role in establishing state and statewide priorities and focus areas for community service. Seek out, analyze, and help all of us to learn from successful collaborative ventures. Keep your mission and goals as they are stated already. Nowhere do they seem to call for you to OPERATE, DIRECT or ADMINISTER community service programs; ·they call for facilitating; they call for encouraging; they call for promoting and recognizing. I io stay focused on those functions . No one that I know of has proposed that State Commissions urge you I take ov~r the roles of the private Volunteer Centers; why should it seem logical to propose taking over administration of VISTA or the Senior Volunteer programs? No one would seriously entertain the Commissions taking control of civic and service clubs and sororities; why would the Commission envision taking control of VISTA and the Senior Volunteer programs? Obviously the lines of control will be drawn somewhere; I suggest you leave them where they are .. and work toward a COORD INATED PLURALITY of organizations in this field. And lastly, continue to propose Michigan ideas for Michigan people. The federal government should not be the only or even the largest player in community service in Michigan. Let Michigan devise and find funding for its own community service innovations on a variety of levels and from various sources as I know you are already beginning to do. What can work for us in the way of structure is a collaborative partnership such as the one which has flourished between the Feds and the State regarding Senior Volunteer programs. This 20-year-old working relationship provides benefits to communities and seniors alike; safeguards taxpayer interest; maintains the integrity of programmatic intent; results in a balanced response to local needs within a framework of STATE and National priorities. This partnership has simplified life for grantees and project staff, and provided coherent direction and support. It didn't start out that way, however. No one would . guess from observing our two organizations today that the relationship actually began in hostility, suspicion, acrimony, and a power struggle for control. The partnership is under considerable strain these days but the difficulties for us are not "made in Michigan." They come from outside Michigan, and we are doing everything we can to prevent those influences from destroying what has been built over 20 years. I direct your attention at length to this example as I think it gives us hope that we could get beyond the current acrimony and suspicion in the community service arena and begin to work toward a new era of close cooperation. If we do care about providing good programs to the people of Michigan, and if we care about the longterm survival of the current program designs and funding, then we had better get to work and put an end to this power struggle. The damage of the last 2 years---- most especially the damage of the last few months --- cannot be undone, but it can perhaps be overcome. �MCSC TESTIMONY · ...... . MARCH 25, 1997 HEARiNG TESTIMONY OF UNDA LARK, RSVP DIRECTOR (Note : Topics in italics are those Frank Dirks stated I should address in his letter to me of March 20, 1997.) 1. Name, Position, & Program Description: I am Linda Lark, Director of the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program of Kent County. First, I thank the First Lady and Commission for the opportunity to address the actions of the Community Services Commission and the older .American programs. RSVP was authorized by Congress 25 years ago under the Older Americans Volunteer Act. Our purpose is to provide challenging and meaningful volunteer opportunities for residents aged 55 and over. These opportunities give them a chance to serve their communities, explore new interests, remain active, & avoid isolation so common with older Americans. With the help of RSVP, non-profit organizations are able to enhance and expand the services they provide . RSVP volunteers serve without compensation. Those who would fmd volunteering a financial hardship can request assistance with transportation and meals. Volunteers also receive training and insurance _protection while volunteering. During 1996, 1,036 RSVP volunteers of Kent County provided 252,000 hours of their expertise , skill , and time to private and public non-profits or proprietary health care organizations. About 50% of Michigan's RSVP volunteers serve older people in their homes & communities. They deliver meals and provide essential services such as transportation, shopping assistance, respite care, friendly visiting, telephone reassurance , home repair, tax preparation, You Are Not Alone reassurance visits and more. Many congregate nutrition programs, senior centers and nursing homes would find it difficult to operate without RSVP . Our volunteers are found in a multitude of programs developed to benefit the environment, local neighborhoods , children, low-income, homeless or disabled persons. We actively support collaborative initiatives such as Strong Families/Safe Children and Systems Reform by promoting the services of older volunteers as a resource in meeting the needs of families and developing programs which support childhood immunization initiatives and relative caregivers . 2. Strengths and weaknesses of the way CNS programs are supported in Michigan: We are , and have been since our conception, an older American program. We are here to benefit the senior and as a second benefit, we benefit the community . We are not about service. We are about seniors. Since we were put under the Corporation for National Service, we find ourselves being �the National Senior Service Corps. Our senior programs are .\.ltilized to validate new volunteer initiatives and then efforts are put in place to change us·:Into a service organization; deemphasizing the senior's needs, talents, and contributions . Studies have proven that older people who volunteer have more positive attitudes, higher self-esteem, better health and live longer lives. Healthy. active older people cost society less than frail, sick older persons. Clearly, it is a weakness of the Corporation and consequently the Commission to change us into yet another "SERVICE" Corps . We provide service to our communities now. They recognize that service with their dollars. My project's budget is over $174,000 a year. $56,000 comes from the Corporation. Over $100,000 comes from the community because they know we get the job done. get it done well and cost-effectively. Incidentally, my annual salary as Director of the RSVP Project is less than the cost of one AmeriCorps Volunteer. The Ideal, What is the best way that National and Community Service and Volunteerism should be supported in Michigan? Stop trying to change the Older American Programs. We aren't broke. Please stop trying to "fix" us. We are not service-first programs . We are senior-first programs . This single comment addresses all of the questions in your letter regarding today' s hearing. I would like to give you an example of what I am talking about by telling you about one of the over 1,000 volunteers in my project: Volunteer's Story here .... Jim Muir's Stozy Jim's contribution to his community will benefit future generations and communities beyond this state. Talk about Impact!! Jim gave me permission to share his story today and stated, "You have to leave the freedom of choice in RSVP. Without it I won't stay there and neither will other seniors. Emphasizing service could be the end of the program. " RSVP's focus on the senior helped Jim Muir "handle living" and as a result look what we have gained! Can this country afford to lose even one caring, talented senior? What arrogance to assume a Corporation or Commission knows best what the communities ' needs are or what gifts we will allow the seniors to share! �MICIDGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE (;QMMISSION PUBLIC INFORMATION GATHERING MEETING ON SERVICE AND VOLUNTEERISM IN MICIDGAN Presented by: Bradley J. Johnson, Executive Director Volunteer Center ofMid-Michigan Thank you for the opportunity to share my organizations views of service and volunteerism in Michigan. The Volunteer Center of Mid-Michigan, formerly known as the Voluntary Action Center has a long 45 year history of connecting people and resources in the Capitol Community. The Volunteer Center is aligned and affiliated with the Capital Area United Way, Volunteer Centers of Michigan (VCM is the state association representing over 27 volunteer centers), Michigan Nonprofit Association, and the Points of Light Foundation (supporting over 500 national volunteer centers). It is through these connections that we, as community practitioners of volunteerism, are able to forge ahead in an ever changing nonprofit dynamic. Much like that of our statewide network of Volunteer Centers, the Volunteer Center of MidMichigan is positioned within the greater Lansing community to respond quickly to community needs. To accomplish this we are tasked as the community volunteer clearinghouse to over 300 nonprofit organizations. In addition, our mission is to promote and develop volunteerism, match volunteers with nonprofit organizations, and address select unmet community needs. It is only by following our vision of "mobilizing people and resources to deliver creative solutions to community problems" that we are able to accomplish our mission. The Volunteer Center has had the opportunity to become involved with the Michigan Community Service Commission on a number oflevels: As an VCM AmeriCorps/Michigan AmeriCorps grant recipient, through community outreach during the numerous volunteer mobilizations (ie: Day of Caring) where staff joined in the celebration of volunteerism, as a judge for the Governors Service Award, and though the use of the numerous publications produced through the Commission. During the Volunteer Centers 45 year history we have had the opportunity to observe numerous national and community service initiatives. As an organization typically outside the normal realm of these programs, the Volunteer Center has had the occasional opportunity to observe, and in other cases became intimately involved within, the operations of those national and community service programs. The Volunteer Center's experience with the operations, efficiency and overall impact in community by these national and community service initiatives or programs unfortunately range from poor to excellent. I believe that many of the problems that our organization faced were a direct result of national level involvement in program management and the inherent flaw in program organization. However, in contrast, our experience with the Michigan Community Service Commission and the national service programs that they oversee have been superior to those programs implemented from the national level organization. �~--- ------------- -~ I believe that President Clinton stated it clearly when he said "much of the work of America cannot be done by government, much other work cannot be ·don~ by government alone. The solution must be the American people through voluntary service to others." We often hear of collaboration. It is truly an impressive buzz-word. Collaboration. Just the sound of it impresses me. It must impress a lot of others as well. Because nearly every nonprofit and governmental organization is claiming to be collaborator. Too often we are positioning our organization to be the power broker, instead of working together for a common good. A recent example of a statewide collaboration worth mentioning is that of the Presidents' Summit. The Michigan Community Service Commission, Volunteer Centers of Michigan, Council of Michigan Foundations and United Way of Michigan came together, took off their institutional hats and said "lets work together for the children of Michigan." Get this .. .it's working! But, we must remember that we need to work with the existing state organizations, not reinvent or absorb them. True collaboration will benefit the citizens of Michigan. We would encourage the continued exploration and growth of the VCM AmeriCorps/Michigan AmeriCorps youth volunteerism initiative. This type of collaboration not only strengthens local nonprofit infrastructure, but it also addresses a serious social problem -- declining youth volunteerism. The Michigan Community Servic~ Commission and the Volunteer Centers of Michigan are pioneers in this statewide approach to engage youth in service. This innovative model of youth service will no doubt lead to its duplication across the country as a national model. The reason for success? Governmental guidance and organizational management. The Michigan Community Service Commission will serve the citizens of Michigan best as they continue to enable all citizens, including youth, to engage in public problem solving through service and volunteerism. It is through this open exchange of information and dialogue that our Commission is most successful. Governor George Romney said "The magnitude of our social problems will require that all citizens and institutions make a commitment to volunteering as a way of life and as a primary opportunity to create needed change." The State of Michigan has already distinguished itself as a leader in volunteerism across the country through the establishment of a Community Service Commission. Now is the time to reaffirm our commitment to the people of Michigan by listening to what the people really want and need. Now is the time to reaffirm our commitment to community by becoming the catalyst for positive community change, by stimulating innovative programs that meet real community needs through service. By becoming the convener of diverse individuals and groups, building community through shared efforts towards common goals. Now is the time to become that broker of ideas and resources and to encourage collaboration; not just talk about collaboration, but become the leader and follow your vision to engage entrepreneurial approaches to service and volunteer program development. In closing, the Michigan Community Service Commission will best serve the citizens ofthe State of Michigan by continuing their fine work in support national level opportunities, by acting as a facilitator and a collaborator, in support of statewide opportunities, and by supporting and enhancing statewide nonprofit initiatives. It is also critical that the Michigan Community Service Commission work diligently to recognize, support, and work with existing networks in Michigan. �1787 Manchester Dr. Ypsilanti, MI 48198 313-487-0717 smsdas@aol.com March 23, 1997 One Project: One Reason Not to Merge I take this opportunity to share my concerns in writing about the transference of CNS programs to the state commissions. I served as the state director for CNS and its predecessor agency ACTION for 23 years in Michigan. In addition, I served as a VISTA volunteer for two years from 1967 to 1969. I have a long history of involvement with poverty programs as well as senior programs. During the period of 1984 to 1986. I was detailed to the Michigan Department of Social Services to serve as a special assistant to the director. My experiences are many and varied relative to project development and social programming. It is based on that background that leads me to vigorously object to the merger of CNS and the state commission in Michigan. I have included the position paper of the National Senior Service Corps Directors Associations stating their objections to senior programs being transferred to commissions. This paper gives my objections to the transference of the VISTA sponsor approval process to the state commission. The state commissions· emphasis is on service and volunteerism. VISTA ~s mission is on poverty related issues. There is a major difference between the two. VISTA was created in 1964 as part of the War on Poverty effort. The emphasis for VISTA has been and still is the eradication and/or amelioration of poverty. Recruiting volunteers for community agencies is not necessarily a poverty related activity and is a function that is most often done by a volunteer action type agency , whose mission is the promotion of volunteerism. In my 23 years in Michigan, I did not, nor would I have. approved a project like. the one that was approved for 18 VISTA volunteers in Michigan this past year by the Michigan CNS office in conjunction with the state commission. The sponsor of that project is the Michigan Nonprofit Association. The project was submitted to the Michigan CNS office by Frank Dirks , Executive Director of the Michigan Community Service Commission. on �behalf of the New Partnerships for Michigan initiative and its collaborating partners, the Council of Michigan Foundations and the Michigan Nonprofit Association. All fine organizations, but none that have a history in Michigan of working on poverty related issues. "The principle purpose of this project is to support the continuation of the New Partnerships for Michigan initiative to facilitate communication, Citizen action, community problem solving through service and volunteerism." That is a direct quote from the application. Absent is any mention of poverty. disadvantaged, handicapped or any other word that might describe some of our more vulnerable individuals. The goals of this project are an example of what will happen to VISTA if the state commission has a role in determining emphasis areas and project sponsors . Some of the goals of this project are: I. Link organizations 2. Promote new collaborative partnerships 3. Recruit volunteers 4. Gather community agency information 5. Support collaborative service projects 6. Promote •·one stop shopping" models There are seven other goals that are all volunteer coordinator functions that are to be assumed by the VISTAs. No where in the goals is poverty. 10\v income. children or the elderly mentioned. This project is totally out of compliance with the intent of VISTA. It is a project that more likely should be a function of the state commission and not CNS. Having a state entity whose purpose is the promotion of volunteerism as the developer of VISTA projects will be disastrous for IO\v income communities in· this state. There are six sub-grantees in this project that have significantly different miSSIOnS. The Jackson Count:y Communit~' Transformation Projects mission is to create a community where citizens individually and collectively increase their desire and ability to meet their own needs, the needs of the community. and the needs of the larger environment. The Catholic Youth Organization strives to respond to the current and changing needs of the youth community of Metropolitan Detroit. They seek to enable volunteers to meet expressed needs through recreational. spiritual. and leadership programs. I never considered CYO a possible entity for VISTA resources in Detroit. Their mission was too religious for VISTA. �The mission of the Kirkland Community College Volunteer Center is to serve as a clearinghouse and to operate as part of a locaL state. and national network which encourages and enables persons from all walks of life and age groups to perform constructive community service. I am glad that they are not promoting destructive community service. Kirkland was a horrible RSVP sponsor. We removed the program from them. The purpose of the Muskegon County Community Foundation is to assist worthwhile projects for the betterment of Muskegon County, with some emphasis on the arts, education, youth, human services, and community development. At least they are addressing some of the areas that VISTAs should be working in. TO BE DETERMINED is a project that will operate in Marquette. Never did I approve a ghost sponsor. Saginaw Bay Watershed Council serves as an advocate for local communities on water quality issues and initiates proactive educational and hands-on activities within a 22 county area of the watershed. It is interesting that. even though they have significantly different missions. · the goals and objectives are the same for all the projects. Those of us in the trade call that procedure Xerox programming: write one goal, copy it for all components. New specific objectives were to be determined by each by September 15. 1996. I can find no record that they have done so. In addition to CNS approving this ghost project, they gave Michigan Nonprofit Association $26,000 to supervise it. I guess that if you have the right friends in the right places one can do most anything without anyone challenging those outlandish actions. I know that there are a lot of VISTA sponsors that would love a little money for supervision or that the VISTAs would love a little help with transportation ; I bet they didn ~t get any. I have been unable to find any resources that the state or Michigan Nonprofit contributed to this project. One \>vould think that a projeCt of this size would require some contribution from the sponsor or the state. I heard that the supervision grant was amended to include $17,000 for in-service training. What a sham. A reverse Robin Hood seems to be the operative methodology that created this project: take resources from those small agencies working with the poor and give them to state coordinating bodies who are promoting a thing called service. The collusion between the state CNS office and the state commission is not good for the poor and disadvantaged in Michigan. A preoccupation with process over results is a major flaw in the merger plan presented by Frank Dirks. One of the challenges that I had when I worked in Lansing for MOSS was convincing them that not all knowledge resided there. I had to �fight many battles to get funding for community .based organizations. It appears that with the proposed merger plan that small agencies need not apply for resources. In another, separate piece, I will comment on the awarding of VISTAs to the state welfare agency. Suffice it to say that CNS giving VISTAs to FIA is like me giving money to Bill Gates. It just doesn't make sense no matter how worthy the project. If FIA wants VISTAs. then let them buy them. Over 30 per cent of the state allocation for VISTA is now committed to two projects. The state commission is better suited for a role as a promoter of volunteerism and not as a grantor. I am still amazed that it takes a staff of ten to monitor fewer than twenty projects. The staffing and the budget for the commission are obscene. It is one of the reasons that the cost for an AmeriCorps member exceeds $20,000 per year. The state commission needs to be rerationalized. It will not always have a first lady as the chair and there will be a change in governors if not in 1998, then in 2002 because of term limits. With a new go~ernor there will be new staff for the commission. It is important that there be a permanent entity in Michigan that will monitor and support programs for those who have been left out and left behind. The commission is not set up to fulfill that function. It is important to remember that a former state volunteer commission (VIM) was closed because of state budget problems. A viable state CNS office is the answer and one that is not a puppet of the state. Finally. I would like to ask commission members what value do they think is added to the delivery of service by the existence of a state commission. I believe that there are cheaper and more efficient ways to administer AmeriCorps and Learn and Serve. This proposed merger plan is not one of them. I hope that in the near future that we are able to sit down and develop a more suitable plan. Respectfully submitted: Stanley M. Stewart �Michigan Community Service Commission Public Information Gathering Meet~g: 3/25/97 -Michigan Communities In Schools, Inc. (MCIS) is our state's affiliate of Communities In Schools, Inc. As you may know, Communities In Schools, Inc., formerly Cities In Schools (CIS), is the nation's largest stayin-school network with programs operating in over 200 urban and rural communities in 28 states. Formerly incorporated in 1977, CIS pioneered the concept of coordinating and delivering existing, already funded health and human services, and other resources, at public school sites. Today, CIS, at the national level, exists to help local communities establish and maintain a formal process for pooling their resources and delive.ring these resources to children and families in need at the central location of the school. For the tremendous number of students and families who are living life on the edge, having better access to services which are delivered in a caring, accountable, and coordinated fashion, is often the first step towards ending their cycle of failure. Over the years, this approach has proven to be cost-effective and successful in helping to "tum around" the lives of young people who were considered on the brink of dropping out of school or having the risk factors that would eventually lead to dropping out. In community after community, evaluations and outside studies are consistently showing that this approach not only produces cost savings in the criminal justice system, school district, and social welfare system, but also leads to higher attendance, improved academic performance, and reduced behavioral problems and criminal activity. At the core of this innovative movement are the four CIS basics, recently adopted as values for the upcoming Presidents' Summit: • • • • All children need and deserve: a personal, one-on-one relationship with a caring adult; a safe place to learn and grow; a marketable skill to use upon graduation; and a chance to give back to peers and community . The Michigan Communities In Schools (MCIS) office, located in Grand Rapids, was established in early 1994 and works with as a public/private partnership to champion the connection of needed community resources, parent and schools to help young people successfolly learn, slay in school and prepare for Iife. The primary function of MCIS is to develop and support local CIS initiatives across the state, as accomplished through the following activities: * assisting new communities adopt the CIS process, * arranging and/or delivering training and technical assistance for new and existing CIS communities, * linking local CIS communities with state, regional and national resources, and * advocating for children and their families through statewide partnerships. In Michigan, we are presently working with 20 communities at varying levels of interested, implementing and operational status. Operational CIS programs currently serve youth and families in Tecumseh, Detroit, Branch, Ottawa, Calhoun and Lenawee Counties representing daily service coordination in 48 schools, and growing rapidly. My experience with community service programs includes working with a variety of Learn & Serve initiatives, school based Service-Learning efforts, Youth Engaged in Service and Youth Initiative programs over the past ten years. While vice president for Heart of West Michigan United Way, I supervised the �Volunteer Center, Project Blueprint, and other youth and adult volunteer efforts, in addition to my other responsibilities. I have also administered a VISTA grant for the I~ two and a half years through MCIS, and have recently applied for an AmeriCorps grant that could benefit our programs statewide. I have been honored to participate in the varied initiatives granted, and still maintain that the opportunity to 'give back' is as beneficial to the provider as to the recipient. As MCIS is both a provider and recipient itself when it comes to community service programs, I am glad to be able to respond to the Commission's questions. 1) The value of service programs for our community based organizations, and the individuals they serve, is irrefutable, and likewise their strengths are many. They supply direct and quality staffing resources for many worthy programs, while providing real-life experience and skill-building for the individuals that volunteer. They also provide meaningful positive interaction, engender strong citizenship, and assist in often dramatic and measurable outcomes. Strengths (of Michigan's system of support) : -the open, competitive nature of application process; -support and encouragement for high standards of accountability & impact; -inclusive recruiting and placement efforts : Weaknesses -Jack of coordination of efforts; -need for clear and consistent (yet comprehensive) communications; -complexity of application process and staff time required. 2) Depending on the variety of offerings planned for the future, and their complimentary or supporting natures, one central coordinating agency (or one central, with sub-sites) may be more useful and efficient. Reporting, monitoring, training, and communications could be more effectively coordinated and disseminated; while maximizing staffing and fiscal responsibilities. Similarly, all proposal timelines and processes could be streamlined and coordinated to provide less burden on the granting agency, as well as the grantees. 3) The Commission should continue advocating for: -sufficient resources to provide community service options warranted; to include staffing, training, and supplemental budgets; -increased technology to enhance efficiency (wherever appropriate), as well as the training, equipment, and expertise to facilitate such activities; and -setting, and demonstrating, a high standard of quality, accountability, and outcomes; while providing the technical expertise to make it happen! I thank you again for this opportunity to share my views and experience, and look forward to many years of continued collaboration for the benefit of organizations, communities, and the individuals involved in both. son State Director/President attachment �MCSC PUBLIC HEARING Good afternoon ladies and gentlemen. I'm Bob Parks. I am the Program Director of the Family Independence Agency's Americorps program: the Citizens' Health Service Corps. I come here with less experience with Americorps and the Commission than any other presenter speaking here today. I've been with the program since January 2nd of this year. This is a very sophisticated audience and I don't come with any great insights that are going to be new to you . But I bring what I hope is a balanced perspective to the issues. Where my perspective maybe different is that for 7 years I was responsible for the contract management and oversight of36 non-profit agencies providing Runaway and Homeless Youth services in Mic~igan . The total annual dollar amount of those contracts was about $ 6 million dollars. Many of my responsibilities were similar to those of the Commission. I bring an understanding and appreciation of the needs of the Commission in relationship to the programs being funded . A couple of examples: There are differences in the way data collection is perceived. Programs want to use data to make their programs look good and to be refunded . Data collection is seen as hard work and a burden. Unmet program goals are perceived as threatening the continuation ofthe program. While everyone recognizes that data is useful and can be used for continuous improvement; most of the time it is seen as an obligation required by the funding source. The Commission wants data to determine whether their money is being spent well and wisely. The Commission needs to ensure that programs are achieving their mission and to know whether programs are meeting their obligations that are included in the grant. The Commission and the Grantees have different customers, stakeholders and interest groups. As a result, there may be competing priorities and objectives. Often, there is a lack of appreciation of each other' s priorities and objectives Prior to becoming the Americorps Program Director, the office where I worked for two and a half years was involved, as an Internal Consultant to FIA, in areas of Total Quality Management, Teamwork and Customer Service. My comments will lean on my background as an Internal Consultant. �In the time that I have I would like to focus on what can be,_done to create a sense ofPartnership and Collaboration between the Comniisslon and the programs under the aegis of the Commission. Discussing in a public forum what can be improved isn' t easy. All of us were taught by our parents not to raise concerns that may appear critical of others. Nobody wants to criticize anyone in front of their bosses. And raising concerns that may appear to be critical of a funding source is seldom a good idea. But I have. an advantage. Last week, I discussed these themes with Frank Dirks and, afterwards, he still invited me to speak at this public hearing. The major perception that I have is that the Commission sees its role primarily in terms of management and oversight and not from a customer-service focus . In my judgment, this mindset affects the way the Commission communicates and relates with programs. It hinders an openness which is so necessary for Partnership _and Collaboration. The examples that I will use do not occur all the time. In some cases, the examples, by themselves, mean very little. But collectively, these examples foster an attitude that is, in my view, counter-productive. Information is not always shared in a timely way. I received a call on March 7, 1997 inviting Americorps Members and staff to be a part of Emergency Based Response T earn. An organizational meeting was scheduled for March 20, 1997. But the information regarding the meeting was not faxed to me until March 13 , 1997. Telephone calls are not always returned in a timely manner. It is at the point where I don' t expect to have my calls returned promptly. There are times when the Commission does not create an atmosphere of partnership. As an example: It was announced at the last Commission meeting that there may be $ 1 million dollars available in the FY -98 Appropriation Bill to help local communities to raise endowment funds . It was suggested that FIA Volunteer Coordinators may have a role in this effort. But this issue was never discussed with FIA prior to the announcement at the Commission meeting. Meetings are called without clear or complete agendas . Often, there is a notation in the notice that the meeting is "mandatory" . The Commission has a paternalistic attitude toward programs. In the registration materials to Americorps programs for the SuperConference there was a notation that said, "Two persons to a room Same sex roommates only!" I found this to be condescending. If the target audience for the registration materials had been the this Board of Commissioners, would that language have been the same? �Requests for information often come with very abbrevi~t~d deadlines. As an example, the request to submit names for the AmericorjJs*Vista "National Service Hero" award allowed very little time to pull the information together; particularly when our site supervisors have many other Volunteer Service responsibilities. This may not be a good example because the short timeframes probably came from the Corporation for National Service and not the Commission. There is a sense that the Commission does not want programs to call the Corporation for National Service in Washington. In truth, I'm not sure why I have this perception. The Corporation for National Service has a poor track record for returning calls promptly. Frequently what I end up doing is call both the Commission and CNS when I am requesting information. To add balance, let me give a couple of examples of outstanding customer service. Just prior to the SuperConference one of the workshop presenters wanted to have an Americorps Member make a presentation at her workshop. The site supervisor called me to ask if the registration for the Americorps Member could be paid by the Commission. I called Lindy Reurink. Within 5 minutes she called me back to tell me everything was all set. One week after I became the Americorps Program Director I found out I was responsible to write the Year Two Renewal Application; which was due in Washington, DC on February 11th. I submitted my draft to Frank Dirks. On three occasions, he thoroughly reviewed the drafts, met with me to discuss the drafts, and made specific and important recommendations to improve the application. The result was that a quality Renewal Application was submitted. We were one of only eleven programs, out of the 28 original grants, that was approved for renewal. In closing, it is sometimes true that perception becomes reality. If my perceptions are shared by others they can have a stifling impact on communication and collaboration. �MARCH 25, 1997 PRESENTATION TO MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION RE THE COALITION OF YOUTH SERVING AGENCIES AND OTHER CYO/CO&T DEPARTMENT PROJECTS EFFECTED BY FUNDING THROUGH THE COMMISSION. BY : SHARON CAMPBELL, PROGRAM MANAGER GOOD AFTERNOON , LADIES AND GENTLEMEN. I AM SHARON CAMPBELL . I AM EMPLOYED BY THE CATHOLIC YOUTH ORGANIZATION OF DETROIT, AND I ADD, PARENTHETICALLY , WE ARE NOT PART OF THE ARCHDIOCESE OF DETROIT . I AM HONORED TO HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO TELL YOU ABOUT SOMETHING REALLY GOOD THAT'S HAPPENING WITH AND FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE DETROIT METROPOLITAN AREA . I HAVE BEEN PRIVILEGED TO BE A PART OF THIS EFFORT. THE CATHOLIC YOUTH ORGANIZATION HAS A LONG STANDING HISTORY OF " GETTING KIDS AND COMMUNITIES INTO SOMETHING GOOD", AS A MATTER OF FACT THE IMPACT THIS AGENCY HAS MADE ON THOSE INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE PARTICIPATED IN CYO ACTIVITIES IS OFTEN SO STRONG THAT OUR MOTTO IS " CYO ... A PART OF YOUR LIFE, ALL OF YOUR LIFE. . • :- - I .• ~· '. . - ; : -· .' : . ~ · :, L . :::· ... :: ~ ~ . . - . .::-.:. . ... .. .... ·. - .:._- - -. .-. ~ ·-. r,;; -t,~. i~ .:. '_. , . �IN ADDITION TO THE COMMONLY KNOWN CYO P~QGRAMS SUCH AS, CAMPS, ATHLETICS AND YOUTH LEADERSHIP, THE COMMUNITY ORGANIZING AND TRAINING DEPARTMENT HAS BEEN WORKING WITH NEIGHBORHOODS, CHURCHES , PUBLIC HOUSING RESIDENTS, SCHOOLS, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, HUMAN AND SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCIES, AND BUSINESSES TO CREATE HEAL THY ENVIRONMENTS IN WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE IN SIX COUNTIES OF SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN, CAN LIVE, LEARN, AND PROSPER . THE COMMUNITY ORGANIZING AND TRAINING DEPARTMENT STAFF SERVES TO STRENGTHEN AND REVITALIZE COMMUNITIES BY GETTING PEOPLE TO IDENTIFY THEIR OWN NEEDS AND TRAINING THEM TO REACH THEIR COMMON GOALS THROUGH GROUP ACTION AND SELF-HELP EFFORTS . THE MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION HAS SUPPORTED THE MISSION OF THE CYO COMMUNITY ORGANIZING & TRAINING DEPARTMENT OVER THE PAST SEVERAL YEARS BY GRANTING FUNDS AND ACCESS TO TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE . AS A RESULT, THE COALITION OF YOUTH SERVING AGENCIES OF THE DETROIT METROPOLITAN AREA EXISTS TO ADDRESS THE CRITICAL NEEDS OF YOUTH THROUGH ADVOCACY, COLLABORATION, AND COMMUNITY . SERVICE; TO MOBILIZE HUMAN AND ALL OTHER AVAILABLE RESOURCES IN SUPPORT OF THIS 2 �MISSION; AND TO SERVE AS A PRIMARY COMMUNITY RESOURCE FOR YOUTH SERVICES AND INFORMATION. JUST WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?? FOR MANY YEARS, THE COALITION OF YOUTH SERVING AGENCIES WAS A GROUP OF EXECUTIVES WHO MET AMONG THEMSELVES, WITHOUT A SPECIFIC MISSION, TO SHARE RESOURCES AND INFORMATION. BECAUSE THE MCSC AND CYO JOINED FORCES, THROUGH A MYSAM GRANT, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE HAS BEEN PROVIDED TO THAT GROUP OF EXECUTIVES TO RE-ORGANIZE , RE- STRUCTURE , AND RE-BUILD THE COALITION. GOALS WERE ESTABLISHED WHICH INCLUDE COLLABORATING WITH ESTABLISHED AND EMERGING ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES, EXPLORE COLLABORATIVE PROGRAM AND FUNDING POSSIBILITIES, AND SHARE RESOURCES. MEMBERSHIP WAS EX PANDED TO INCLUDE ORGANIZATIONS, CHURCHES, COALITIONS , NEIGHBORHOOD GROUPS AND OTHERS WHOSE PURPOSE INCLUDES PROVIDING SERVICES TO YOUTH . THE COALITION OF YOUTH SERVING AGENCIES, NOW, AS A RESULT OF THE MCSC / CYO COLLABORATION, PROVIDES INFORMATION AND RESOURCES TO APPROXIMATELY 250 YOUTH SERVING ORGANIZATIONS. THESE ORGANIZATIONS VARY IN SIZE, STRENGTH, BUDGET AND ARENA. THEY INCLUDE NOT ONLY LONG 3 �STANDING, FAMILIAR ORGANIZATIONS SUCH AS THE GIRLS SCOUTS, BOYS SCOUTS , Y'S, BUT ALSO, SCHOOLS, CHURCHES, COMMUNITY GROUPS, THE CITY OF DETROIT, AGENCIES , NATIONALLY AFFILIATED HEALTH NEIGHBORHOOD AGENCIES, GROUPS, LEGAL ORGANIZATIONS, SERVICES AND ·BUSINESSES. HUMAN AGENCIES , MANY SERVICE EMERGING PARTNERSHIPS AND COLLABORATIONS HAVE BEGUN TO GEL AS A RESUL TOF THE INFORMATION AND RESOURCE SHARING AVAILABLE TO CYSA MEMBERS. LETS TAKE A LOOK AT THE FIRST QUARTER ACTIVITY. A TWO -DAY CONFERENCE WAS SPONSORED BY THE COALITION, FOR ADULTS WHO WORK CONFERENCE WITH WAS YOUTH . THE ATTENDED BY "NURTURING ALMOST FUTURE GENERATIONS" 200 ADULTS WHO RECEIVED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE; PARTICIPATED IN NETWORKING ACTIVITIES; HEARD F~OM SPEAKERS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD, WHO WORK IN THE TRENCHES TO IDENTIFY AND PROVIDE STATE-OF-THE-ART INFORMATION AND RESOURCES FOR SERVICE PROVIDERS . FOR ABOUT 50 OF THE PEOPLE WHO ATTENDED THE CONFERENCE, IT WAS THEIR FIRST TIME PARTICIPATING IN A CYSA ACTIVITY . TWENTY-EIGHT AGENCIES ENROLLED AS PAID MEMBERS OF THE COALITION AS A RESULT OF THE CONFERENCE. 4 �THE CONFERENCE WAS PLANNED AND IMPLEMENTED AS A COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT. TWENTY -FIVE YOUTH, AGES 14-21, REPRESENTING A VARIETY OF YOUTH SERVING AGENCIES IN THE METROPOLITAN AREA PARTICIPATED BY OFFERING INVOCATIONS, INTRODUCING EACH KEYNOTE AND WORKSHOP PRESENTERS, FACILITATING WORKSHOP AND OVERALL CONFERENCE EVALUATION -PROCESSES, AND PARTICIPATING IN ASSESSMENT AND REFLECTION EXERCISES AT THE END OF EACH DAY. IN ADDITION TO DEVELOPING AN ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE, A COMMITTEE WAS ESTABLISHED TO DEFINE AND DEVE-LOP A "PILOT" COMPREHENSIVE YOUTH SERVICES PROJECT. AT THE GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS INFORMATION WAS PROVIDED ABOUT AN INITIATIVE TO MOBILIZE AND TRAIN YOUTH IN LEADERSHIP SKILLS . THIS WILL BE DONE THROUGH A COLLABORATIVE RELATIONSHIP WITH THE DETROIT URBAN LEAGUE . PRESENTATIONS WERE ALSO MADE BY THE MICHIGAN LEAGUE FOR HUMAN SERVICES ABOUT THE 1996 KIDS COUNT DATA BOOK AND THE CHILDREN'S AGENDA AND HOW GROUPS CAN USE THOSE DOCUMENTS AS A TOOL TO INCREASE THEIR SERVICE CAPACITY . 5 �THERE HAVE BEEN MANY OTHER BENEFITS TO YOUTH SERVING AGENCIES IN THE DETROIT AREA , THROUGH THE CYSA , AND I DON'T HAVE ENOUGH TIME TO DISCUSS THEM ALL. I DO , HOWEVER , WANT TO TELL YOU BRIEFLY ABOUT THE PLANS DEVELOPING FOR THE SUMMER . THE COALITION IS GEARING UP FOR· A COLLABORATIVE SERVICE - LEARNING ACTIVITY FOR YOUTH . THROUGH THE YOUTHMAPPING PROJECT, YOUNG PEOPLE WILL CANVASS NEIGHBORHOODS, BLOCK- BY -BLOCK, GATHERING INFORMATION ABOUT WHAT IS AVAILABLE IN THEIR COMMUNITY FOR THEM AND THEIR PEERS . ONE OF THE PREMISES OF THE YOUTHMAPPING APPROACH IS THAT YOUNG PEOPLE THEMSELVES ARE BEST QUALIFIED TO IDENTIFY RESOURCES THAT ARE USEFUL TO THEM . RESOURCES, NOT ONLY INCLUDE SERVICES, THEY ALSO INVOLVE OPPORTUNITIES , PLACES TO GO , AND CARING ADULTS . THIS PROJECT WILL NOT ONLY PROVIDE LEADERSHIP , LIFE MANAGEMENT AND EMPLOYMENT SKILLS DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES, A COLLABORATIVE EFFORT IS UNDERWAY TO SEEK A GRANT TO STIPEND THE YOUTH . AS YOU CAN TELL I AM VERY EXCITED BY THIS WORK . I WOULD ALSO LIKE TO TELL YOU A BIT ABOUT THE WORK OTHER CO& T DEPARTMENT STAFF HAVE BEEN AND ARE ENGAGED IN . 6 �THROUGH A MICHIGAN CARES GRANT THE SOUTHWEST DETROIT COLLABORATIVE WAS DEVELOPED . THIS IS A COMMUNITY -DRIVEN , YOUTH CENTERED COLLABORATIVE THAT PROVIDES SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGEMENT TO RESIDENTS OF SOUTHWEST DETROIT TO BUILD A SAFE AND HEAL THY ENVIRONMENT WHERE COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITY AND VOLUNTEERISM ARE PRESENT, WHILE CELEBRATING THE STRENGTHS AND MUL TI-CUL TURISM OF SOUTHWEST DETROIT . YOUTH AND ADULTS CAME TOGETHER TO TRAIN THE YOUTH TO PLAN AND FACILITATE A WEEKEND CONFERENCE. TWO ADOPT-A-STREET PROJECTS WERE ORGANIZED ON A STREET IN THE COMMUNITY . OVER 35 YOUTH AND 15 ADULTS WORKED COOPERATIVELY WITH LOCAL INDUSTRIES TO CLEAR AWAY 200 TONS OF GARBAGE, 700 TIRES AND 90 GAS TANKS . TWENTY-FIVE JUNIOR HIGH AND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL YOUTH PARTICIPATE IN A TUTORING AND MENTORING PROGRAM. YOUTH FROM MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLUNTEER TO BE A PART OF THE GROUP WHO DESIGN THE "LESSON" FOR THE KINDERGARTNERS, AND ACTUALLY FACILITATE THE TEACHING OF THE LESSON, GUIDED BY A TEACHER. 7 �----- - - - - - - - - - - A PROPOSAL TO DEVELOP A COMMUNITY BASED RECREATION LEAGUE WAS FU NDED . BUILDING UPON THE DEVELOPMENT THE OF MICARES BASE IN THE COMMUNITY, COMMUNITY RECREATION LEAGUE HAS THE BEEN FACILITATED BY RECRUITING AND TRA INING VOLUNTEERS TO BE MEMBERS OF THE GOVERNING BODY, COACHES, REFEREES , AND PLAYERS . THE COMMUNITY RECREATION LEAGUE INCREASES COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERISM: MORE PARENTS , MORE LOCAL BUSINESSES, MORE CHURCHES, MORE AGENCIES, MORE SCHOOLS ARE INVOLVED . THE LEAGUE WILL IMPROVE AND PUT TO USE UNDERUTILIZED AND POORLY MAINTAINED FACILITIES IN THE COMMUNITY . WHEN A COMMUNITY'S PHYSICAL CONDITION IS IMPROVED THERE IS AN INCREASE OF PRIDE AND SENSE OF OWNERSHIP, WHICH RESULTS IN A REDUCTION OF CRIME . EACH OF THE FINANCIALLY PROGRAMS I HAVE AND / OR WITH MENTIONED TECHNICAL HAVE ASSISTANCE BEEN BY THE SUPPORTED MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION. THAT SUPPORT HAS NOT BEEN WITHOUT ITS PROBLEMS. MOST OF WHICH ARE THOSE GROWING PAINS OF ANY NEW INITIATIVE , SUCH AS, ON-GOING EVALUATION AND PROGRAM CHANGES DURING IMPLEMENTATION AS NEW IDEAS ARE FORMULATED . THE COMMUNICATION OF PROGRAM MODIFICATIONS AND REPORTING PROCEDURES HAS BEEN THE CAUSE OF SOME CONSTERNATION . 8 �- - - -- - - -- - - -- --- DESPITE THE LOGISTICAL CHALLENGES, THE BENEFITS FAR OUTWEIGH THE PROBLEMS . ONE OF THE GREATEST BENEFITS TO THE RESIDENTS OF THE SOUTHWEST DETROIT COMMUNITY HAS BEEN THE UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE A PLANNING GRANT WHERE THEY IDENTIFY THEIR OWN ISSUES AND SOLUTIONS TO THOSE ISSUES. THIS HAS BEEN A REMARKABLE EXPERIENCE. IT EXEMPLIFIES THE ESSENCE OF COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT AND SELF-HELP. THE MYSAM GRANT PROVIDES THE MECHANISM FOR THE EXPANSION OF AN EXISTING ORGANIZATION, THEREBY INCREASING THE VOLUNTEERISM OF MEMBER AGENCIES. THE VISTA PROGRAM HAS PROVIDED ADDITIONAL RESOURCE TO CYO AND ITS CLIENT GROUPS. THE REGIONAL AND STATEWIDE ACTIVITIES, WORKSHOPS, CONFERENCES, NETWORKING ACTIVITIES COORDINATED AND FACILITATED BY THE MCSC HAS SERVED TO INCREASE THE CAPACITY OF OUR CLIENT GROUPS , BY FOSTERING COLLABORATION, SHARING RESOURCES, AND PROMOTING REPLICATION AND CROSS-FERTILIZATION OF PROGRAMS, NOT DUPLICATION. 9 �WHAT CAN THE MCSC DO TO SUPPORT THE WORK THAT IS CURRENTLY UNDERWAY? PRESENT GRANTEES OF THE MCSC CAN CONTINUE TO GROW IN SIZE AND CAPACITY IF MCSC CONTINUES TO OFFER REGIONAL AND STATEWIDE TRAINING AND NETWORKING . OPPORTUNITIES, WHILE MAKING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE TO EMERGING GROUPS, IN ORDER TO QUALIFY THEM FOR FUTURE GRANT OPPORTUNITIES. CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR THESE EMERGING GROUPS TO NETWORK WITH CURRENT GRANTEES WILL ALSO FOSTER CROSSFERTILIZATION AND REPLICATION INSTEAD OF DUPLICATION. FOR EXAMPLE: A THREE TIERED STRUCTURE CAN BE DEVELOPED, AKIN TO THE LOCAL-, COUNTY-, STATE- GOVERNMENT STRUCTURE, WHERE NETWORKING CAN OCCUR IN A LOCAL GEOGRAPHIC AREAS, REGIONALLY, AND STATEWIDE . THE MCSC IS IN A POSITION TO ENSURE THAT PRESENT AND FUTURE GRANTEES HAVE CUTTING-EDGE INFORMATION AND RESOURCES TO SUPPORT THEIR EFFECTIVENESS. A CONSORTIUM OF ENTITIES THAT PROVIDE NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS WITH FUNDS AND/OR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE EFFECTIVELY BE ESTABLISHED AND FACILITATED BY THE MCSC . 10 CAN �IN CONCLUSION , OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH THE MCSC, THROUGH THE MYSAM ··-· .... GRANT, Ml CARES FUNDING, AND WITH THE VISTA VOLUNTEERS PROGRAM HAS INCREASED OUR CAPACITY TO SERVE THE EMPOWERMENT OF YOUTH AND ADULTS , ENABLED US TO FOSTER INCREASING CAPACITY OF YOUTH SERVING ORGANIZATIONS, AND OVERALL, TO BECOME MORE EFFECTIVE SERVICE PROVIDERS . WE LOOK FORWARD TO CONTINUED OPPORTUNITES TO MAINTAIN A PRODUCTIVE RELATIONSHIP WITH THE MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION . THANK YOU FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY . 11 � 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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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_1997-03-25_MCSC-Public-Hearing Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 1997-03-25 public hearing Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 1997-03-25 public hearing. 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, 49407 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 1997-03-25 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/325e7cd56ef61b9da42e1a8a3430353d.pdf 97e9e338b4cc5963e894cff2d9af1170 PDF Text Text Michigan Community Service Commission The Future of MCSC Sponsored Service and Volunteerism in Michigan Revised November 17, 2000 �The Evolving Future of MCSC Sponsored Service and Volunteerism in Michigan: Continuing as a Catalyst, Convener and Grantmaker Michigan Community Service Commission Visioning for the Future Taking Stock with an Eye Toward the Future There are a number of indicators that demonstrate that this is a time of great prosperity, goodwill and collaboration within the volunteer and nonprofit sectors, but there is still a great deal of work that can be done. Michigan has been on the front line of the national cause to make volunteering and community service a part of every citizen's daily life. Without reviewing the decades of human charity and philanthropic accomplishments this state has achieved, several milestones can be credited for this prestigious position. First, the vast number of individuals and organizations leading the cause including the late Governor Romney, our now Governor Engler, First Lady Michelle Engler from the public sector; the philanthropic community including the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and its leaders including Russell Mawby, Bill Richardson and Joel Orosz; the thriving network of community foundations ably represented by the Council of Michigan Foundations and its former president, Dorothy A. Johnson; and the continuing expansion of the volunteer centers, campus compact institutions and healthy nonprofits throughout the state represented by the Michigan Nonprofit Association. Together, but existing independently, these individuals and organizations have constructed an intricate and broad reaching infrastructure that supports service and volunteerism in Michigan. There are a number of indicators that demonstrate that this is a time of great prosperity, goodwill and collaboration within the volunteer and nonprofit sectors, but there is still a great deal of work that can be done. State funded volunteerism is at its highest in decades (if not in history). The state of Michigan provides nearly $23 million in state and federal funding to support volunteer related programming for youth, adults, families and seniors. Private funded volunteerism is made strong through the community foundations that provide services to every community in the state. Their strong network of young people work their philanthropy through the Youth Advisory Councils. A draft planning document developed by the Michigan Community Service Commission members and staff. Revised 11/17/00. �Local volunteers are connected with opportunities to serve through the volunteer centers that offer services in nearly 85% of all Michigan communities. Large scope programs like national service have taken root in Michigan with programs like Michigan's ArneriCorps that has positively impacted over 276,000 citizens in our state in 1999 alone. Colleges and universities actively are engaging their students, faculty and administrators in giving back to communities in which they operate through new interactive methodologies including academic service-learning. These are tremendous accomplishments that have built up over generations, but which have made quantum leaps in development in the last decade. ,, Beyond the individuals and the organizations we have healthy networks, large statewide events and structures, and targeted ..:;: ': communication strategies that support and celebrate our volunteers. Infrastrufttlre;'i:5 We call all of this, "Michigan's Volunteer Infrastructure." Sometimes it the{-~"Gtti iie:itiorkj _;,j'~·,,.> can Y::_~ , .)~¥/'' be difficult to explain and define what we mean when we say, w .- use to /(. ':Infrastructure." For those who work to develop it, infrastructure is · _ ally that which gives structure, public definition and support to the succes'llfl.lly.:/· . work of Michigan's volunteers and volunteer administrators. For ;: tliose ho are supported by it, infrastructure is multifaceted and engage and ~~· f " ·:?o~~~~ated. Without a formal text to refer to, I will attempt to define channel t: .·-'!-'1t:llSUlg four examples. ' ......... ;: /':"' -:""'' ' "1 ..·~- - .. ....• . ih: \' passions ana goodwill of Michigan's citizens. P" • Infra.§JIUcture is the nonprofit organization, government . a_g~ncy;·. · 'tate giving program that advances the causes of <: volun.tee ,. service, civic engagement and philanthropy as a way of '\1. • "(:• . '':, ''..'( meetu:~t~~~fal needs. ~ -?p" '" . ':1,,·.,;: Infrastt:U.clUr~js.,~presented by the times components of the ~~,~( , volunte-er secta't what can :_.:qo e · toge, er to celebrate and learn what is done and tte iilike the Volunteerism SuperConference, Grantmakef.(Grai}i:,.Seeketf~; ake A Difference Day. "' .- .at represents a particular philosophy for commun,!,ty:~ ~)~ing and civic engagement or a serious need that is 1im.ffilifi,a hrougJ{~programs like the ConnectMichigan Carii:Q.aign, America's Promise and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. ·" • Infrastructure is the stable, yet innovative, support organizations gain to further their missions that is leveraged by federal, state and local resources to support sustainable volunteer efforts. Infrastructure is represented in all of these examples and more. Infrastructure is the framework we use to successfully engage and Revised 11117/00 �channel the passions and goodwill of Michigan's citizens. Michigan is often touted as the "Volunteer Infrastructure State" by peers and other organizations outside of our state. At the same time, while the organizations involved in the volunteer infrastructure in Michigan are able to point to what "it" is and what "it" does, these same organizations have difficulty explaining to those outside the infrastructure web, why exactly the infrastructure needs to be supported. Even the volunteers the infrastructure supports often do not realize that many of the grants, services and events that support their work would not be available were it not for the systematic and deliberate development of our state's volunteer infrastructure. Many do not realize the true impact and value our volunteer infrastructure can have on a community's ability to deal with local challenge. The vehicle (volunteer infrastructure), while in operation and functional, remains in the background in many communities as they struggle to address serious social issues. The profile of the Michigan Volunteer Infrastructure must be raised, praised and supported to ensure our future and the prosperity of the human spirit. T~s a continuously ' driving force for the cause of "service to community" is a time of tremendous need and hardship for many struggling ·~ breaking out of poverty, surviving the darkness of illiteracy, ar with the helplessness of children without safe places and a ucation, and the overwhelming despair of the homeless to t a few social ills. Michigan's service and volunteer sector is .:n1wot g to address these needs through various streams of funding and · !programming. Among the nation's top 10 states in federal funding for $4 million for AmeriCorps leverages 25 for every stipended volunteer. Michigan boasts five statewide nonprofit associations with a seven of members. The interests of Michigan's and represented by the nation's largest regional Total assets equal over $1 billion, foundations returned over $80 the form of grants. alone cannot do it all, we ) have not fully <Ji ·E>""uuu''"" and universally held To ensure that a ethic and practice sustainable and exists for solving our most vexing social issues, there needs to be a continuously driving force for the cause of "service to community" by Michigan citizens and thereby raising the recognition and support of Michigan's volunteer infrastructure. To achieve this (based on what has been learned over the past two decades) here is what Michigan could do: Revised 9/13/00 �Michigan, by establishing a strong nexus for Michigan's volunteer infrastructure, can provide a focal point for the advancement of the field. Michigan, by providing a sufficient flow of flexible resources to the volunteer field, can test and incubate new assumptions, strengthen working models of positive community change and provide training and technical assistance to organizations and individuals that see service and volunteerism as useful mechanisms for problem solving. Michigan, by continuing to convene elements of our public, private, nonprofit and social sectors, can discover new ways to deal with our society's most vexing social, economic and educational issues. concen ··· its roles as aA . ·.' convenet:; :·. ". > catalyst an/i( 1 grantmaker. (. J. -".{( ,' ~ ' Michigan, by providing a voice to the nonprofit community, can wore effectively impact public policy and highlight the utility of 1!J'e nonprofit sector in advancing positive community enrichment. e ,~SC, MNA and its affiliates, VCM and MCC are addressing some of these4: · s, each to their respective individual available resources an .... . Unfortunately, these roles can overlap and create conflicts and ~co petition, especially if more than one are part of any single organization. For example, MNA is an organization that advocates on behalf of and supports fu!:?1 ~ntet~sts of Michigan's nonprofit community. In addition, it has ~p~ · >'t if'i%ifiis{ion, the charge to promote volunteerism. MNA receives ~rant · ·m the MCSC to support volunteer programs operated by its affiliat some point MNA may need to take a controversial stand (to the MCSe;rumrstate govern~ent) on a public policy issue with which the MCSC disa ·~ . An org ·~m<UUmot effectively challenge public policy on behalf ~riVJ~ ~tio~ _whil~ simultaneo~sl~ accepting public ~nds from the v e t IS;,fiy to mfluence. Sumlarly, government ts often abili~jof its sys to move swiftly and can be somewhat bound by cumbersome 11'1 its ab ility to e g detailed programming. Recently, the MCSC proposed creating a non · 1 c3 to help make for a more agile organization that can be resp ,. ..... unity needs. The creation of a nonprofit arm of the CS ~ve ma~e for competition among MNA and MCSC-a deadly t O rcumstatJes in the nonprofit sector. The question becomes, "Ho do organizations utilize the agility of the nonprofit sector, tap into the vast resources of government, promote the effectiveness of volunteers and maintain a voice for Michigan's nonprofits?" Simple, compromise, specialize, and institutionalize. IfMCSC and MNA follow this formula, they can truly strengthen volunteerism and make the infrastructure that supports it, permanent. of .A Revised 11/17/00 �-------------------- ----- -------- Compromise MNA is willing to spin off its signature programming components (VCM and MCC) to reallocate its administrative resources and free it up to advocate freely on behalf of Michigan's nonprofits. MCSC is willing to spin off its field promotion initiatives that do not directly support its national service and state funded volunteer granting efforts. How do government, promote the effectiveness of volunteers and maintain a voice for Michigan's nonprofits ?" Specialize MNA will focus on its public policy, advocacy and member services elements of its mission. MCSC will concentrate on its roles as a convener, catalyst and grantrnaker. Both MCSC and MNA will partner to create a third entity that will allow them to more, better and with a longer lasting impact. Institutionalize The Volunteer Alliance (Alliance) is a bold step in this direction The Alliance will house the Michigan Campus Compact, Volunteer Centers of Michigan while taking on several initiatives of the MCSC including America's Promise, the ConnectMichigan Campaign, Make A Difference Day and the Volunteer Recognition Clearinghouse. Supported initially y a $20 million endowment, the Alliance will not need to pend the vast majority of its human and financial resources garnering support for operational costs. Instead, the Alliance will serve as a permanent (or as long as it is needed) support , ~~!!i!:~~--::for Michigan's service and volunteer infrastructure. . \·~~·'"" Yi""J!~-:;.,;;..~ .•~~", l ' q'raditto,9 ;,,,·y l infrastructure support and development has been a shared,f' 'art,of MCSC'\ and MNA's roles in the field. If the dev\ nt of th~a:Ilce is successful, much of the infrastructure prom n role ijl~:OO devolved from the MCSC and MNA to the Alliance\~. · · "~g'' '.•.the ue. ~~on: specifically "based on what has been devolve~ ~ wliat l ~,, ned that defines the future role of the MCSC?" . 47i· " · tie MCSC is devolved to the Alli~ce, there cle~ s ·. ·; ·· a:ms .~~·1 sue of developing continuous flow If needed resour ,e , " e contmumg supply of state governmental (and to the extent that w~have any influence, federal) support of service and volunteerism in Michigan will continue. However, the MCSC's current structure is not properly defined nor adequate to support this new role. Change is needed. The MCSC has an opportunity to change by both expanding and contracting the functions of the MCSC-to spin off what is not at the organization's core mission and focus on what has shown to be its expertise. Revised 9/13/00 0 �Since our 1999 retreat, staff have been working on plans that show how the organization might revamp itself to be most useful to Michigan citizens, today and in the future given the current changing context. These plans are preliminary, but do lay out the mission, goals and objectives of the MCSC. In addition, these plans eliminate duplication, build support for new support mechanisms and build an incubation system whereby additional economies can be defined in the future. Much like a traditional philanthropir:,. institution/>'~, - _,-:: . . scarce financial and human resources for the public good Recommendations for MCSC's Future MCSC as a Grantmaker The MCSC should focus on its role and expertise as a governmental agency that utilizes its vast fmancial and human resources to effectively, proactively and efficiently disburse public funds to Michigan communities to enhance l~cal problem solving through service and volunteerism. This will require a amental shift in this organization's thinking. No longer will the MCSC . s, to start and maintain volunteer initiatives and support them in _perpe j' ·ty. No longer will the MCSC work to be the promoter for the general / . ,. ser:?:ce 3fd volunteer field. In other words, the MCSC will no longer attempt j - t~ ·~all things to all people, places and things." Nor will the MCSC merely ,-Tid€d nto the background and act as a mere pass through organization for ·; federal funds. Much like a traditional philanthropic institution, the MCSC r should see {~o the most effective and strategic way to expend (invest) ' " _Jb.~.:Rll ·. t e fmancial and human resources for the public good with an -.., Ye tdW raging additional resources and measuring the key findings and res .1 those investments. Key principles for this new way of thinking are \Wf1 , sed around f,L~i}lity grantmaking practices. ~ 4"c:df!' 'l>. j- ' • Levera ·'" · . tls ~~ :itbe source~ in support of volunteer e~~rts with ve~g ndmg to ensure that commumtles and an eye tow organizations e not overly depen .,,t on a single source of support to achieve their stated goals. ~,g.,\ '~ ,. ·~~ • Investing in demo~t · . 'odels 1lf~Fpoint toward long-term solutions and can have long lastirig B.Osttive effecl s while also helping the MCSC define sustainability as a:I\,expectation for all MCSC grantees so that there is a clear understanding as to the length and nature of MCSC support (What type of grantmaker do we want to be? When has our investment been enough and successful?). • The MCSC will serve as a catalyst for creative solutions and incubate creative solutions with the expectation that they will have a life outside of the MCSC once stabilized (spin off to the Alliance, for example). Revised 11/17/00 �• Convening stakeholders to detennining best practices and funding priorities (what issues should be targeted) for annual or long-term investments in service and volunteerism. • Measuring, investigating and evaluating results of MCSC investments and sharing the results for others to learn and emulate. In the following sections, we will define the various future roles of the MCSC in support of Michigan's volunteer sector. Each role is given a brief description of how it would operate in the current and future contexts then the specific mission and goals are defined. Finally, where appropriate, specific tasks have been assigned with some recommended outcomes. MCSC's Role as an Investor The investor role is not new, it has been one of the hallmarks of the MCSC. Today, the MCSC makes available two types of grant fundsnational service program support through the Corporation for National , /..... \ The in,v,e$t(Jr ). '. rolift;;: jz~t .· t ' ~:~~~~ ~:n~~e ;~~~;~:d~:::~:~~:: ~~~e:t~~~~g!~; t~:: new, 'Jt~:lz_: (;lS"/·_/J i'if~ding can be used for, but are similar in that they both require local '"'' ,·ri;l~tching . been one'~"o1 ,· . ··;};;;;"''];; the hallmarks :· . The r \ ching requirements seem to build a level of local investment in :t,p~'· tives that these funding streams support, but what is lessor of the MCSC. ~~J(rlt> is whether the local investment can have a long-lasting and t .~. / sustainable impact. ' \ :-=- t \,., the VIG funds we do know that more than $2 funds have been invested in local endowments to " ,rm investor, we believe that the h' ocal funds in a way that both MCSC needs to continue ~0, ity as part of a sound ~vests and leverag~s ~es~p~s(}s· I mvestment strategy. , ;ot··' ' In the area of national service funding, the MCSC leverages volunteers. The grounding principle of the Michigan's AmeriCorps program has always been that we will use our stipended volunteers (AmeriCorps members) to leverage non-stipended volunteers (NonAmeriCorps members) to solve locally identified social issues. Revised 9/13/00 �Today, for each AmeriCorps member supported through the MCSC, an additional 25 volunteers are generated. There may be other ways that the MCSC, as a wise investor, can leverage federal, state and local resources in support of Michigan's volunteers. By seeking out other potential investments, the MCSC can help communities diversify the support of local efforts and strengthen their ability to address chronic social issues with comprehensive and long term solutions. The MCSC can also cut new ground by defining its investment strategy. For example, when should the MCSC's investment in a program, initiative or organization stop? To date, the answers have been, "When the funding runs out." or "When the applicant is no longer successful in its programming goals and objectives as defined by the federal or state funding source." While these answers are fme The. ~f!S C ~ . / ' can a[S'(J·· C.Utr>- forrta .traditiotnal gtJ.~vemmAent atJ.~ency, tht.ey ar~ hhartdlbytuhniqthue Mancdsc G~ am1y no crea ve. crea ve so u Ion rmg e at e 1ay .Y,t,its investment strategies with stakeholders up front and let them 1 new gro~~i£ #'_.-/ f!f~.·~~:!;~;;:::~t !~;;::! ~e~'~:e;;~b~:~~~:~:ate by defining(' its ,, / investment strategy. /~'>J~~:W~~ys. r In other words,. the .~esc will be looking to support local · eff<?:r}$)towards local sustamabihty. For example, no other state 2 ! commission has developed a comprehensive funding strategy for , · weaning gra.I_Ij~~~ off of some or all of their AmeriCorps funding. _ ~9Jll~:~s:tatejist~fe that their commitment will be three years and ' ~nofhi(t ' ¢~tthat, while other continue their support indefinitely. What ~ ·MCSC were to investigate what it is that makes a local · s progr~ i\York, test what is it that the federal funds do to ,. eriCorps wo~~ and then determine the best way to build effective ro . · ~ wliile irtc easing local capacity to operate that program. ·;rJ eJ~ctly staff did through a series of focus group discu sions anal ~i of our grants. The staff then determined tHat the local grante -ould well afford to support the administrative costs of the ; s program, but not the member support costs (stipends, ~d!:i, wlJ:Qs, training, etc.). arrd ~, ,<'>·' /;/" So, what if the MCS6~6fe to gradu~lly wean and shift its support of AmeriCorps programs from administrative functions to members support costs? As an investor, isn't it wiser to invest only just what is needed to achieve a goal and allow for the remaining resources to support more AmeriCorps programs? This type of strategic grantmaking (leveraging and brokering) could be part of the MCSC's future niche. Revised 11/17/00 ~ �Investor Vision The MCSC invests in innovative, effective, communitysupported volunteer initiatives that positively impact community needs. Goals MCSC invests in • Each of the MCSC funded programs, projects, and initiatives will successfully achieve the individual program goals by: - Providing the necessary training and technical assistance required for each program, project and initiative to be successful - Providing program monitoring and assistance to ensure that goals are met and that necessary resources are available. .. znz that //~ positivel~ . ·· impact \'. community needs - Providing necessary resources to assess, create and provide for continuous improvement activities. <0.. \ ...-,- · ~ The MCSC will leverage funds to support new or _ xpand current initiatives. • Each~CSC program area will have defined par~ete:r,s for program funding. ;..· MCSC's Role as an lqo ~ _/· . (' / .· I ·~., o"r~fatalyst ·\ )~> As an investor, it is e~yJo•place yont resources somewhere that is safe and certain to proviqe a guaranteed return. Safe returns are stable, provide a level of comfort and an expected outcome. This type of strategy is normally what we see in government programs. These programs define a "cookie-cutter" solution to a complex and overwhelming problem then prescribe a funding formula that may or may not be sufficient to address the issue. Revised 9/13/00 �In the end, what was intended as a investment towards helping solve an issue, usually ends up causing new problems and agencies as communities become over reliant on state and federal funding while creating local complicated bureaucracies that later live only to perpetuate themselves. New models are needed. Ever increasingly, local communities know potential solutions to their unique challenges and only need _flexible resources to enact creative and responsible solutions. The MCSC can, as a venture capitalist, invest in community problem solving models that teach important lessons that may be transferable to other communities. The MCSC should seek ways to channel state and federal resources for use by local communities in this manner. In garnering these resources, the MCSC must seek ways to provide the greatest amount of flexibility to local communities while expecting the V\ highest level of accountability of its grantees and of itself. While do /.' ' _.} so, the MCSC would clearly lay out plans that would incubate new vell:!!lre /'-·'< · 1 tpodels that, if necessary, would be sustained through other sources. A capitalist;·~ ~::.> PRme example, again, is the VIG program. Here, grantees are """'·'"'······ / ~- pr~sc 'bed how to best utilize the state funds, but does require that the invest in - t ocal \'byestment be used as match in an endowment that can support community.?~:-:-· . ,·, fu!U(e ~olunteer efforts. The MCSC can act as a catalyst for securing · · · / ·_ _ an;!! ~te~ting this type of venture capital either through our proble1n '.: .1 ,ico~prehensive partnerships with other organizations or through . solving · ,~ i development of ew resources from the public sector. . models that teach -important lessons that maybe transferable to other co1nmunities. Revised 11/17/00 ~ �Incubator/Catalyst Vision The MCSC establishes, identifies, and nurtures creative volunteer-driven solutions addressing community needs. Goals • Pursue a more circular and less linear approach to targeted issues - Identify trends and focus our expertise and resources towards these trends. - Consider annual involvement/targeting on at least one single issue or demographic (social issues, priorities, etc.) - Identify preexisting programs which have been successful - Promote the continued expansion of partnership at the state, national and local levels. • Empower individuals/organizations to create proactive, local solutions and a context for healthy partnerships, we must also be aware of our past efforts and other's perceptions of those efforts. - Solicit creative solutions around identified issues , ) :Develop better communication/working , ,,relaij_pnships with organizations that have '·· alrea~Y: worked on various issues and with those :~:;reso#e. ,~ Help them with their work by way of j; serviee·can~\volunteerism. )\ Revised 9/13/00 �MCSC's Role as Convener for (Government Sponsored) Service and Volunteerism Stakeholders The MCSC can take the lead in helping promote and expand government sponsored service and volunteerism in Michigan both from the state and federal perspectives. The MCSC can bring resources, expertise and support to existing state agencies that utilize volunteers. The MCSC can bring together the various governmental agencies, nonprofits, faith based institutions, businesses and others to help provide a forum for productive dialogue, sharing best practices and collaboration. to assist in community problem solving through service and volunteerism. As we look to providing this support, the MCSC has to be careful in how it proceeds. In the past, the MCSC has worked to take the lead in improving services to communities by changing how service and volunteerism are funded in Michigan. The MCSC took the lead in advocating the consolidation of national service funding by taking the Pf>Sition that the split of Corporation for National Service (CNS) Jimding between the MCSC and the CNS office in Detroit was cdunt~rproductive. The MCSC took the lead in working to bring local " volun\~r centers together with volunteer service through the Family "··lnge~ddence Agency and their local county agencies. Each of these ';e~ampfes had their merits, but also lead to a tremendous amount of .·controversy and distrust. While the intentions may certainly have been ~oc;ess by which the end goal was to be reached was good, the ..•..•., . . 1' UllS,'!lC'Oe' s.· lead to some unfortunate consequences. The MCSC ower grabbing and not a neutral broker. Therefore, as the MCS , ,eeds to create forums for dialogue, creative ways for collaior~tlon and a context for healthy partnerships, we must also be aware;pf our past~fforts a,~ other's perceptions of those efforts. Howevl~~e s,9me may always question our motives, this questionil11;should nut eteku§Jrom our leadership responsibilities nor bar us ft\m betng an effe'Gti~ . convening mechanism. .¥d Revised 11/17/00 ~ �With this caution in mind, the MCSC can be an effective magnifier of state and federal resources in support of service and volunteerism in Michigan. Convener Vision ... the MCSC has always . stressed aiding in local empowerment and local}', contro!..e.,· ~h has ~~~,U:fagea ' . staff tti~ro,y.ide . more jfUIJlie , recognition_Jd .. programs an{l · individuals " rather than to theMCSC itself. The MCSC serves as a convener of diverse groups and individuals to assist in community problem solving through service and volunteerism. Goals • Assist in supporting "government-sponsored" service and volunteerism in Michigan - Promote state government employees' involvement in local volunteer initiatives - Promote and encourage the use of best practices among state government agencies in using volunteerism as an effective community problem-solving mechanism. '~~~.,~(r • Expand collaborative partnerships to reach the vision .... . .-•;;Empower individuals/organizations to create · , :<proactive local solutions through service and volunteerism ~:·_·<~ Revised 9/13/00 7 ~ �Example " Best Practices Guide" {::,,:·- T~M:tt}0(/':staltelivlders/r~· · ·:·F, /< .• --;.··. recogrii appreciate th~,~(' MCSC anl1<its·;; ·/ programs, projects, and activities. • We recommend that the MCSC annually publish a best practices guide for quality service and volunteerism in Michigan that would be developed by the field through a series of MCSC sponsored dialogues. Outcomes would include a "Michigan Best Practices Guides" for service and volunteerism. The guides would be developed through focus groups, research findings, surveys and conferences that help to glean the wisdom of the service and volunteer field for organizations, especially those in state government, to voluntarily adopt as operating principles. Taking on the role of facilitating and publishing a best practices guide will require that first, the MCSC be in a position to help other state agencies examine their current volunteer management systems and share them with other agencies and nonprofit organizations .. ):\Over time this process could lead to a publication (Michigan j ,. "'"~".'.~~tandards for High Quality Service and Volunteer Programs) · · · · ·. ·'that could be used by state government or even the private sector. It could even help to define the lexicon of the field to prov}2,~"'!f.~re standardized language (for e~ample,. g:g1shing between voluntary commuruty service and court ated community service). In the short-term, the MCSC ~ focus 0\1 its current funding relationships including CNS .p regrams and Yolunteer Investment Grants (VIG). f ,-r.« .•,t:, ;_..t" '\t:. :,.;· A~ MCSC's ;,{ omption, Njd-rting and Research of Michigan Service and Vol ~-. eer Efforts . ·:? ·:>, More promotion of "the M;QJ€ its)programs to the public has been a constant struggle fot: ihi~'crganizat/on and a continual challenge for staff. On the one hand tlie MCSC has prided itself on its ability and willingness to engage ir~and form effective and non-territorial alliances and partnerships often with an overly modest approach. The MCSC is rarely self-serving in its approach and receives (and seeks) few public accolades for this work. The MCSC's literal interpretation of our catalyst role-aiding in the development of a process without becoming a part of that process- may have led to a lack of public awareness around the good work of the MCSC. Revised 11/17/00 �. .{ .1'...:'' ./:.(. _ ·-; . · ;:·,/~::'. !J-.~~~~~s:i _.· In addition, the MCSC has always stressed aiding in local empowerment and local control which has encouraged staff to provide more public recognition to programs and individuals rather than to the MCSC itself. On the other hand, the MCSC has worked to publicize the results of its efforts through America's Promise, the ConnectMichigan Campaign, the AmeriCorps logo and "signage" and various national days of service including Make A Difference Day. While all are very successful, this approach has done more to raise the profile of the service and volunteer field in Michigan and less to raise the proftle of the MCSC and its grantees. All of this begs the question, does the MCSC need to be marketed? No. However, if the MCSC is to be an effective grantmaker it must: publish its funding priorities, communicate the rationale for the development of those priorities, celebrate the successful practices and failures learned from its funding, and promote the role of government in helping to promote service and volunteerism . ~f!SCs /.~ effo'k:s;-,q!htl ,_ --:...i~;..._.. .. .-·"' solve problems locally by providing factual and credible data. . Revised 9/13/00 ~· �Marketing and Research Vision The MCSC stakeholders recognize and appreciate the MCSC and its programs, projects, and activities. Marketing Goals Develop a marketing strategy that: • Promotes who we are, what we do, and why we do it • Promotes what works for the MCSC's programs, projects, and activities. • Publishes our research fmdings • Promotes new ideas incubated by the MCSC - Create tools for the field to promote the MCSC programs and concepts - Create "stories/snap shots" for stakeholders to use to promote the MCSC programs - Seek professional guidance - Examine language/pictures in \~\ publications so they are user friendly ~~ Revised 11117/00 ~ �Research Goals • Undertake studies to demonstrate the impact of the MCSC programs, projects, and activities (long term, short term, annual) • Shape the future funding strategies of the MCSC through new and existing research (ties directly to investor goals) • Shape future MCSC initiatives through new and existing research (ties directly to incubator goals) - Establish links to research organizations (Aspen) Examples Research and Publish What Works communities Adopting the model traditionally used by other state departments like the Michigan Department of Community ealth (MDCH). This model stresses public awareness around . . . . . . ssues, facts and desired behaviors all promoted through · l;~.l'.J,';)P traditional forms of communication (TV, print and radio ads) 1 with a tag line that identifies the sponsoring state agency. In addition;< we recommend that the MCSC and its work be much as MDCH does through research and data ·nation. In other words, the MCSC would research and sh data ab:.Qut the health, benefits and need for service and · unteerisl!}4n ~chigan communities as supported through ate and,.,f MtiQ,{l ffinds while also researching the effectiveness o j t ~ - wn p· ograrns. •. ·s research would be packaged as user g t!~§;;and .. u: R\l , • tions to be utilized by other state and priv~~ hurtf~ servi J!Cies to target their resources and focus their prograrnrni his model also aligns well with the aforementioned goa,!;,' · ~\as a grantmaker not directly u est",~ CSC's efforts and resources delivering s icteS:·•::~t on helping ot ers ~ol e probtems locally by providing factual and credible da -._"' This particular model also fits well with our plans for the Alliance as it becomes the mechanism by which much of the public awareness around service and volunteerism is completed and the MCSC (as a grantrnaker) can provide the financial resources to make it happen as well as the factual data upon which Michigan's public awareness campaigns are based. Revised 9/13/00 �" Assessing the Health of Giving and Volunteering in Michigan" As an example, the MCSC could assign resources to annually assess the "health" of service and volunteerism in Michigan communities on a county-by-county basis. This data would be collected and analyzed by qualified researchers and act as an annual barometer for how, why and how often people volunteer and the needs of volunteer and volunteer oriented organizations. In addition, this data could act as a valuable tool for nonprofits as they seek support from local, state and national funders for volunteer initiatives. Each year the study might address a specific issue (education, health, safety, culture and the arts, etc.) that the volunteer resources of Michigan might target or examine. By engaging in this type of outreach, tke M cs .4 · A~:··-,.., ,-</tin-~ \r ,. . . r::!!~ia, · · ---·-· · would be ~; :E;~~;:;;~~~:~~!;:;;:~~l:!t changes in human behavior including increasing ' ' ,__.,: ·~.\.immunizations against childhood illnesses, reduction in auto ;_ '. ' ~ccidents and injuries with seat belt usage, and declines in :::;,~·.:~ : deaths from breast cancer through early screening and } intervention. If we truly believe that people can effectively ' problell}_solve through service and volunteerism, we must •:;:::prof ' · r The only way we can prove it is to back up our claim ., _ cts. The only way we can get the facts is through tive research. We recommend that we invest in ' "/.:(le: eloping , publishing that research. By engaging in this ., ~:~Wpe of ?,}1:..~~1,!~ \~ MCSC Cat_I provide ~ valuable resource ~d w.~uldl~be,...seen a.$.,, an authonty on serv1ce and volunteer ~"... ,.r!f.~="'i-:' ~::-C 'lo:::.~ ;!,~~~at~~te ot just a pass through for state and .r"" f_,-•"'' "' / , . seen as a~: ; I authority oh / service and volunteer '.;:· efforts in the state and not justa pass through for state and federal funds. , , 9 '-." · Summary' "' The ability of the CSv . OL- - er i ~ . · · ·ssion of enabling citizens to engage in public pro · . . dl ving thiough service and volunteerism will be enhanced by it I-;lcusing on its expertise as an effective grantmaking entity. Thi~ is a shift from the MCSC's multifaceted role of supporting the promotion, advancement and profile of the volunteer sector to a more focused one where the MCSC seeks to make targeted investments with specific outcomes. This does not mean that the MCSC will abandon its convening, catalyst and broker roles. These roles will instead be redirected to support the grantmaking decisions of the MCSC. The MCSC can only do this because of the development Revised 11/17/00 ~ �of the Alliance and its ability to address the larger promotional and programming needs of the volunteer field. Together with the Alliance and our many other service partners, the MCSC will help to advance Michigan's volunteer sector to the next stage in its evolution and on to greater levels of sustainability. What's Our Capacity? This is a shift from the MCSC's mu/tifacett:;f!-.\ role_A_ ·.-.· _' ~_-:r~, ;rr·.~u:· . SUJI~(Miig the .. ~ The staff have completed a first draft SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) analysis of the MCSC as it relates to the new goals and objectives articulated in this document. The results are attached (see SWOT Analysis of the MCSC). The MCSC must take these elements into account as we form our future plans. Many of the initiatives and changes proposed will not significantly impact the size of the MCSC's core operational capacity, but they will require that the MCSC retool and garner some additional financial resources and/or services. Much like many of the resources the MCSC · · ·.. • / · brokers, the additional resources for these plans will be more directly prollf(/t~lJ!J, , . fdc~sed on our grantees and external partners and not for internal advancl!ment ,. ad@nistrative costs. The Alliance is an obvious example. While the ._P// .. ' CS~ may propose many activities and initiatives and programs, the ifil d an pro l f . OJ J.' worJ«m~y actually be conducted by the Alliance or other partner. In the vofuntee1r . , tQ!~,-~~J, the MCSC will provide grants to support the work as r ;bpi)osed to creating a new element to the MCSC to handle the next .. :_,_· . , ;;. .' · , ·, sector to a 1nore; · focused one where the MCSC seeks to make targeted investments with specific outcomes. Revised 9/13/00 ~ �Next Steps Clearly, even if we are all in agreement that these are the proper goals to adopt in order to institutionalize service and volunteerism in Michigan, there is a great deal of work to be done to determine the costs, feasibility and resistance points of such plans. However, as pointed out with regard to the development of the Alliance concept, we must move while we have the momentum and the initiative. Finally, even if general agreement on these changes is reached it will take time to implement them and the MCSC may not transform itself any time soon. On the other hand, the Alliance may develop quickly, the national scene may take a new direction (funding for the Corporation could cease or be increased) and the state support could dwindle. Therefore, no one should expect that the suggestions for change offered in this document would happen right away, but it could. We should prepare ourselves for these inevitability's. no one should expect th9~;'Jth(! su~~l11:¢k~~1o}: " chtir(g£~offe~f11 : lit4 his/".. document _// · would happi:n: : · right away, 1lpt/ it could. ~\......~~.. . ·. ,;-·,;._·:~/-;. '; ·.··· I Revised 11/17/00 ~ �SWOT Analysis of the MCSC Strengths •Board leadership •Staff •Teamwork •Executive Director •Partners •Reputation •Flexibility •State support •Economy •Buried in state government •Thinkers •Doers •New organizations •No baggage •Federal support •Foundation support •Structure •We are seen as a national leader •Service is trendy •Chairperson •Governor support •. , •Technology /Jj.. ~·Organizational teamwork ·.· • "-', ~._.,;;>•' •Sense of humor •Diversity •Statewide community ""..~btfilaer · .,,.,. c" • ybudi leadership ., Ambassador ney l ichigan} A:IIleri ornise,F'eUo~ · Revised 9/13/00 Weaknesses •Technology •Space •Parking •Bureaucracy (state government) •Not seeing forest from the trees •Federal fund reliance •Strong personalities •Past history •Lack of research •Lack of staff •Lack of funding •Communication •Changing field •Not beginning with the end in mind •Buried in state government •Changes in elected officials •Economy •Rules and regulations •Time •Priorities •Lack of expertise (knowledge) •Not enough "celebrating accomplishments" •Lack of job security •Systems •Relationship state agencies •No clarity of vision •Too much field jargon •Staff turnover •Too many masters �------------~- - - SWOT Analysis of the MCSC Opportunities , <! l / { i >,..,,,<'./ •Expand our role •Reestablish priorities •Better communication •Redefine ourselves •National networking •Focus on MCSC •Sustaining the work •Raising the profile of governor's role • Keeping YES Ambassador •Keeping Michigan's AmeriCorps Promise Fellow •Engagement •Invigorate partnerships •Disseminate information •Build information base •More focus •New MCSC space •More strategic ';:::;,~ i~\ grantmaking ., -~ ·New populations ' ·''-':; -~ •Raising profile of service •Raising MCSC profile •Community problem ,<h'' .... ,Afr gy ,;,... •f Revised 11/17/00 Threats •Lack of knowledge at national level •Elected officials •Loss of vision •Minutia •Loss of Commissioners •Space •Economy •Timing •Staff and board alignment with MCSC vision (Governor) •Morale •Becoming bureaucratic •Lack of technology/ equipment •Election •Inspector General •CNS structure and processes •Lack of staff support •Funding •Staff turnover •Regulations •Organizational "turf' issues •Existence •Current legislation (state and federal) •Poor communication •Motivation •Not becoming circular (silo's) •Becoming mundane •Compliancy •Encumbered by new and existing tasks �MCSC FY 2000 - 2003 Budget Increases FY 2000-2001 FY 2001 - 2002 FY 2002 - 2003 $ 65 ,000 .00 $ 65,000 .00 $ 65,000 .00 $ 195,000.00 $ $ 65,000.00 130,000.00 $ $ 65,000.00 130,000 .00 $ $ 65 ,000 .00 130,000 .00 $ $ 195,000.00 390 ,000.00 $ $ 5,000.00 $ $ 60,000.00 10,000.00 $ $ 100,000.00 20,000 .00 $ $ 165 ,000.00 30,000.00 5,000 .00 $ $ 5 000.00 75,000.00 $ $ 5,000.00 125 ,000.00 $ $ 10,000.00 205 ,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000 .00 $ 70,000.00 $ $ 10 000.00 20,000.00 $ $ 40 000.00 70,000.00 $ $ 40 000.00 70,000.00 $ $ 90 000.00 160,000.00 - State Unified Vision (Plan) Focus Groups & Conferences $ 7,000 .00 $ 15,000.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 42,000 .00 - Annual Best Practices in Government Seminars $ $ 7,000.00 $ 15,000 .00 $ 22,000 .00 - Community/Grantee Forums for Evaluation & Assessment of MCSC Performance Subtotal $ $ 2 000.00 9,000 .00 $ $ 5 000.00 27,000.00 $ $ 7 500 .00 42 ,500 .00 $ $ 14 500 .00 78,500.00 Promotion/Marketing - Annual Marketing Plan Development (Consultant) - MarketinQ Materials Subtotal Total $ $ $ $ 10,000.00 25 000.00 35 ,000.00 199,000.00 $ $ $ $ 20,000.00 50 000 .00 70,000.00 372 000.00 $ $ $ $ 20,000.00 50 000.00 70,000.00 437 500.00 $ $ $ $ 50,000.00 125 000.00 175 000 .00 1 008,500.00 Personnel - Grants Manager Salary & Benefits - Public Relations Mgr. Salary & Benefits Subtotal Research & Publications - Health of Volunteer Sector Dissemination - State Sponsored Volunteer Initiatives & Best Practices CataloQ $ Subtotal $ Evaluation - Annual AQQreQate Results - Annual Case Studies of Three Programs Subtotal - Total Meetings - �FY 2000 - 2003 Budgets $450 ,000 .00 $400,000.00 $350,000 .00 'C ~ $300,000.00 ·:; 0" C1l a: Ill $250,000.00 'C c: ::I u. .. $200,000 .00 < $150,000 .00 a; c: 0 :c 'C $100,000 .00 $50,000 .00 $FY 2000-2001 FY 2001 - 2002 Fiscal Years FY 2002 - 2003 � 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, 49408 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 2000-11-17 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/6b0066703ad43e58953bead40742f420.pdf b8e3e9e189749bf9b5281eb4beab2147 PDF Text Text Michigan Community Service Commission The Future of MCSC Sponsored Service and Volunteerism in Michigan Revised August 29, 2001 �- ----- Contents Taking Stock with an Eye Toward the Future 1 Recommendations for MCSC's Future 6 MCSC's Role as an Investor 8 MCSC's Role as an Incubator/Catalyst 10 MCSC's Role as Convener for (Government Sponsored) Service and Volunteerism Stakeholders 12 MCSC's Promotion, Marketing and Research of Michigan's Service and Volunteer Efforts 14 Summary 18 What's Our Capacity? 18 Next Steps 19 SWOT Analysis 20 Budget 25 �The Evolving Future of MCSC _Sponsored Service and Volunteerism in Michigan: Continuing as a Catalyst, Convener and Grantmaker Michigan Community Service Commission Visioning for the Future Taking Stock with an Eye Toward the Future There are a nu1nberof indicators that delllonstrate that this is a ti11le of great prosperity, goodlvill and collaboration within the volunteer and nonprofit sectors, but there is still a great potential for the work that can be done. Michigan has been on the front line of the national cause to make volunteering and community service a part of every citizen's daily life. Without reviewing the decades of human charity and philanthropic accomplishments this state has achieved, several milestones can be credited for this prestigious position. First, while it is often dangerous to single out any one individual or group because of the vast number of individuals and organizations leading the cause Michigan, it is important to mention some including the late Governor Romney, our now Governor Engler, First Lady Michelle Engler from the public sector; the philanthropic community including the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and its leaders including Russell Mawby, Bill Richardson and Joel Orosz; the thriving network of community foundations ably represented by the Council of Michigan Foundations and its former president, Dorothy A. Johnson; and the continuing expansion of the volunteer centers, campus compact institutions and healthy nonprofits throughout the state represented by the Michigan Nonprofit Association. Together, but existing independently, these individuals and organizations have constructed an intricate and broad reaching infrastructure that supports service; volunteerism and the nonprofit sector in Michigan. There are a number of indicators that demonstrate that this is a time of great prosperity, goodwill and collaboration within the volunteer and nonprofit sectors, but there is still a great potential for the work that can still be done. State funding for volunteerism is at its highest in decades (if not in history). The state of Michigan provides nearly $23 million in state and federal funding to support volunteer related programming for youth, adults, families and seniors. Private funded volunteerism is made strong through the community foundations that provide services A planning document developed by the Michigan Community Service Commission members and staff. Adopted at the December, 2000 meeting of the MCSC. Revised 8/29/01. �to every community in the state and through their strong network of young people working their philanthropy through the Youth Advisory Councils. Local volunteers are connected with opportunities to serve through the volunteer centers that offer services in nearly 85% of all Michigan communities. Large scope programs like national service have taken root in Michigan with programs like Michigan's AmeriCorps that has positively impacted over 276,000 citizens in our state in 199Qalone. Colleges and universities actively are engaging their studeqm~faculty and administrators in giving back to commym~l! iri\~hich they operate through new interactive m~tb.l\l®gies inc\_uding academic service-learning. -(:;··::::::::::.;:;.::·· ·:·:·. B'~ybnd the in~hyiah~~.and the organizations we have healthy Infrastructure is the franzework »'e use to successfully engage and channel the passions and goodwill of Michigan's citizens. ne~grks, J?.tge·statew,.! it . events, structures, and targeted comrtitrffi&ition s.t@Wg~¢s\tpat support and celebrate our volunteers. We call a!.l o_{,, !I!~~::IMichigg_'s Volunteer InfrasJructure." Sometimes it can be diff\yp~~:!JifeXp!W.,gj!liJ d~fine what we mean when we say, "Infrastructi®.~ " Forlfi~:: whQ.i!!work to develop it, infrastructure is literally that ~hich gives s~.dl~:public definition and support to the good work of Michigan.;~::¥1urtteer8'j: : . For those who are supported by it, infrastructure is'' tu.illf.#ebted and ~implicated. -:={jt~):-=·=·· .-:=:{{{:~r .;::=::;:;::::;:;:-:-:-:-·-· • Infrastructu~th§.Jh~t:qpgpr~!>fit organization, government agency or corporate givi~g':pfSgffiffi that advances the causes of volunteerism, service, civic engag~:9)Y,P,t:arm: £.ffilanthropy as a way of meeting local needs. '\:_} .:::··::::::::r repre-~en~~:~~~ ~~ ·~~~;;:;;~~~ • Infrastructure is ..... volunteer sector come together to c~illf.ite and what can be done better for example, the SuperConference, Grantmakers/Grant Day. • Infrastructure is the voice that represents a philosophy for community problem solving and serious need that is amplified through programs ConnectMichigan Campaign, America's Promise ............"'l'.l"-1 King, Jr. Day. • Infrastructure is the stable and innovative support organizations gain to further their missions. • Infrastructure is local resources leveraged by federal, state and local resources to support sustainable volunteer efforts. Revised 8/29/01 �To ensure that a .5ustainable and enduring force exists for solving our most vexing social issues, there needs to be a continuously driving force .for the cause of "service to co11ununity" Infrastructure is represented in all of these examples and more. For the purposes of this document, infrastructure is the framework we use to successfully engage and channel the passions and goodwill of Michigan's citizens. Michigan is often touted as the "Volunteer Infrastructure State" by peers and other organizations outside of our state. At the same time, while the organizations involved in the volunteer inf11!$tructure in Michigan are able to point to what "it" is and what "it;t~®s, these same organizations have difficulty explaining to thos~ . ~OO~~:Hie infrastructure web, why exactly the infrastructure is nY,~~\ : :E~en the yolunteers the infrastructure supports often do not real~lithat many o(Ji; grants, services and events that support their wofi:::Would notb¢i~~ail4ble were it not for the systematic and deli~t~l~. W;Y.el~pmeqp;?:Ji::gur state's volunteer infrastructure. Many do not ~~ahze the mm.~lf18t,.~nd value our volunteer infrastructure can have OJ!..~ . 9:9.11\\ffity's .~IJity to deal with local challenges. The vehicle (voio~P'lni~~-);)Vhile in operation and functional, remains in th~·· t;,ackgro~ritHfiinc.m!::•fOmmunities as they struggle to address serious social issue~t:l£.fW.iPYofl.le ofthe Michigan Volunteer Infrastructure mus(be.rtJ!IIfp;~sed,;::!upported and sustoined to ensure our future afl4rfl.:p;osperitxp£:the human spirit. This is a time of tremend~::A¢~·,:1ifhardship for many struggling with breaking out of poverty: '§tiRJiv.ing the dar.KP.~ss of illiteracy, dealing with the helplessness ofcl.l.i.J4.wn=wt·f ~afe places and a good education, and the overwh~ffiinl~%ie~{lti0f the homeless to name but a few social ills. Michigan's s¢1;t.¢b and _y@l\lJlteer sector is working to address these needs througn!iiHous sti~~msgf funding and programming. Among the nation's top~Ostates in foo~'-I:::(!Jnding for AmeriCorps, the MCSC's $4 million fotAmeri~~)?ti§':!!~Hi~~a~s 25 additional volunteers for every stipended vql:~B.rJ/iM.ichigan·· -qpasts one of nation's five statewide nonprofit ass~tih~s with a· sev..P.~\: figure budget and hundreds of members. The .ibterests of M.:!~l.jijgffil~§. community foundations are represented by the nat!on'.§:::i!llt::fegiort~. association of grantmakers- CMF. Total assets eql~:: Q,y~F.$"l:J?:~Uionil!!:::: and in 1998, Michigan community foundations retu~ ove,r:i$80 ...: million to Michigan residents in the form of grants. · ·:_:_:_:_:::...·.:-:-:-:-:;:/- Still, it can be argued that these resources alone cannot do it all, we (elements of Michigan's volunteer infrastructure) have not fully ensured that service to community is a genuine and universally held ethic and practice of every Michigan citizen. To ensure that a sustainable and enduring force exists for solving our most vexing social issues, there needs to be a continuously driving force for the cause of "service to community" by Michigan citizens and thereby raising the recognition and support of Michigan's volunteer infrastructure. Revised 8/29/01 �- - -- - -- - - -- - -- -- To achieve this (based on what has been learned over the past two decades) here is what Michigan could do: Michigan, by establishing a strong!!!:!!!! for Michigan's volunteer infrastructure, can provide a focal point for the advancement of the field. Michigan, by providing a sufficient flow of flexible resources to the volunteerQtl~, can test and incubate new assumptions, strengthen worki_qg!:iiP~l~ of positive community change and provide tr~~~gg !ind tech~ical assistance to organizations and individuals tbiii!i 'ie. service an~l.volunteerism as useful mechanisms for p~Jiem solvigg(i'''' ''' -:::·. Michigiti'~:· ·by cop~gg'\9 convene elements of our public, sectors, can discover new ways to private, ~OIJ.,Rmftf··itrtd deal witll\ili:~iA~,·~I:·fll' v~xing social, economic and sod!• MCSCwill concentrate 011 its roles as a convener, catalyst and grantnzaker. educationar~~ues. ···· ·-======~=~~trrr:::=:.· ··===- ..,,..::::{' !.!!!!!! ::: Michigan, by providiqg::l,¥i~;· to 'be nonprofit community, can more effectively l'i ltmitl: public poJ(~y and highlight the utility of the nonprofit sectot~p advanc~.91l·ifsitive community enrichment. -==r:=:-:..-......-.·= ====~=f~if~~~~~{{::::::::=:·· These needs and goals cali. 'f6f.Mfiiigt'~s the infrastructure, while developing and growing, was not effectively organize4. ..W.:~tb.:: •U: etements focused on their particular expertise and strength~;;::J)he::J0cs@;! MNA and now the ConnectMichigan Alliance (Alliahce) artQ.~~j lfjhates, Y.~M and MCC are addressing some of this, each to their resp.¢,1!¥b indiyidUM:.;:tvailable resources an expertise. Unfortunately):#W§i::foles can oveifiP and create conflicts and force competition. For ex~~ple, MNA i§,:~:!iilWzation that advocates on behalf of and supports the interests qf:,M@.jigiii's @.nprofit community. In addition, it has as part of its m~~~tm!~jjijif"charg~'f&'p~omote volunteerism. MNA receives grant funds fronlit w'M CSC to suppqj), volunteer programs operated by its affiliates. AF~ome point, MN.:Al!lmiY:,.n eed to take a controversial stand (to the MCSC and state govei:Jmi~t}i®~fa p'f$.1ic ~f=~~:~;:::.:~~;~~~i: ~~i~~ :!s:;~:~;-ot;ri~~~;1!!1Jw~~ij~:: ;:. simultaneously accepting public funds from the very agett~y it iftrying to influence. Similarly, government is often bound by the inii\Mif¥Pf its systems to move swiftly and can be somewhat cumbersome ilFits ability to engage in detailed programming. Both organizations were amplifying and expanding plans for training and technical assistance and fund raising. Then the MCSC proposed creating a nonprofit 501 c3 to help make for a more agile organization that can be responsive to community needs. The creation of a nonprofit arm of the MCSC could have made for competition among MNA and MCSC-a deadly set of circumstances in the nonprofit sector. Revised 8/29/01 �The question becomes, "How do organizations utilize the agility of the nonprofit sector, tap into the resources of government, promote the effectiveness of volunteers and maintain a voice for Michigan's nonprofits?" Simple, compromise, specialize, and institutionalize. As MCSC and MNA follow this formula, they strengthen volunteerism and make the infrastructure that supports it, permanent. to spin off its signature programming and MCC) to reallocate its administrative up to advocate freely on behalf of MCSC is willing to spin off its field do not directly support its national volunteer granting efforts to free it up ' b valuatimrand research. How do organizatio 11s utilize the agility of the nonprofit sector, tap into the vast resources of governnte tzt, promote the effectiveness of volunteers and tnaintaitz a voice for Michigan's nonprofits?" al' , ,:::::: ::,,,::!i!::::l!i!::· \ . S peel 1ze . ,,,\'\\:):\::r:('' \\ MNA will fbG!J§iiffi.Wts''public p§!icy, advocacy and member services elemerttibf its missidhl ·•·.·.· ·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.··:MCSC will concentrate on its roles as a converl~r~ ~~y§.~-M.tfgrant maker. Both MCSC and MNA partnered totfim(i,~:::tlifrd entity that will allow them to do more, better and with a l~_?,e;I:Ji:Wl~:P:t~:: ~mpact. 0 ··=:=:::·:::=:=:=:= =?::: ./ :=:::=::::::::::::· Institutionalize \':; '( ,;·;o:,:::;::'· ,;, The Alliance is a bold step iq tqffl:::mrectiomTlieA.lliance houses the Michigan Campu~'' q~tppact, Volun~tiif::enters of ·.;: ·:::· for operational costs. Instead, the Alliance wi:Uii:§ hve ,~lf permanent (or as long as it is needed) support ·f~hicl~'tor . . ' . . ··:::::... Michigan s service and volunteer mfrastructure. ' \t::'''"""' / '. Traditionally, infrastructure support and development has been a shared part of MCSC's and MNA's roles in the field. If the development of the Alliance is successful, much of the infrastructure promotion role will be devolved from the MCSC and MNA to the Alliance. This begs the question, specifically "based on what has been devolved and what has been retained that defines the future role of the MCSC?" · Revised 8/29/01 �Much like a traditional philanthropic institution, theMCSC should seek to find the lltost effective and strategic way to expend (invest) the public's ~·carce financial and human resources for the public good If the infrastructure support role of the MCSC is devolved to the Alliance, there clearly still remains the issue of developing a continuous flow of needed resources. The continuing supply of state governmental (and to the extent that we have any influence, federal) support of service and volunteerism in Michigan will continue. However, the MCSC's current structure is not properly aligned nor adequate to support this new role. Change is needed. The MCSC has an opportun!ty to change by both expanding and contracting the functions qf;i·~h~ MCSC-to spin off what is not at the organization's core m!"fl! ii rttl.. focus on what has shown to be its expertise . .,.·.·.·.·.·.·.·--.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.· ~i-~ith~ MCSC'~·~i l9.99 retreat, staff have been working on plans that shqW how the g.rghllli4.lion might revamp itself to be most useful to Mlblygan_.£!~it~fis, to.9JM:=P..nd in the future. These plans are preliirtiHary, but gg~~J.~y!ipubJhe mission, goals and objectives of the MCSC. !P. ag4.!AI®}th~se p}~s strive to eliminE-te duplication, build new supp6¥.::1r;maft!~~i!l' byild an incubation system for new initiatives td:~(esponltd:l:lli¥\re.(#;p.anging environment. ·-:· .•.-:::····::::.:.::::~:~:~::.. .-:-:.:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:;: : : :-: =t:- _.;-: : : }ff1ttrr===·=-· \i\. The MCSC should focus on its J.9l.~. ;:m4':expifil!!la governmental agency that utilizes its financial and huniijpresd~rc~~!Q.Mffectively, proactively and efficiently enhance local problem ~-olving'::ili!Q,~gh sery~¢.~~nd volunteerism. This will require a fundamental shift i!tlim~!ptganizahon;sfW.nking. No longer will the MCSC strive to start and:il~lntain volun~~OOliatives and support them in perpetuity. No longer whi the MC~.Q.~~wiktb'~ the promoter for the general service and volunt~.r .f.!~!4.\: ~: :JJ.F6ther w,jds, the MCSC will no longer attempt to be "all thing~f~~:mt:l)eople, plntes ·lmd things." Nor will the MCSC merely fade into tb~··background aw.tit:A~ a pass through organization for federal funds. Mu2h like a tra.,4.~g-r::::='''.''•':::::\. philanthropic institution, the MCSC should seek to flP..4.. .~!im9.$i.:;;~tiectiv¢!!:t. and strategic way to expend (invest) the public's finarii$(:~a ·hum~::?· ./If::: resources for the public good with an eye toward leveragi~g addifl~nal },,,.· resources and measuring the key fmdings and results of tho~investments. Key principles for this new way of thinking are all focused aJ@ind''quality grantmaking practices. • Leveraging funds and other resources in support of volunteer efforts with an eye toward diversifying MCSC funding to ensure that communities and organizations are not overly dependent on a single source of support to achieve their stated goals with regard to service and volunteerism. Revised 8/29/01 �Recent example: a portion of the Michigan Tobacco Settlement Funds are administered by the MCSC for community foundations to focus their programming and grant making on youth and senior health issues. • Investing in demonstration models that point toward long-term solutions and can have l09g lasting positive effects while also helping the MCSC define sustai~§!!Jty as an expectation for all MCSC grantees so that there is a clear uq4Y:r~t'i-dthg as to the length and nature of MCSC support (What type qf::lltifiaker do~e want to be? When has our investment been enoyglj1i ~Hd successful n~ The investor role is not nelit', it has been one of the halbnarks oftheMCSC. '\:i/_i\ Rece1JJ::til1!:,ple ~: ,:::~flff secured additional Learn & Serve Ameri2ii':re'tl/~rces f!Pin}tfi}J:t;;orporation for National Service to focus on advancing s~!#!l£tlflrni1{g;through public policy, research, and practice. fJ:~fl§l$.ij{l/~,,§~zy.J'9.,#,f,learning will the an institutionalized component to\(/fo. educ(ifliifJJ~1tefft:pf a number of Michigan school districts and vitwed as a vita(:[qi.jJiJJf§upport for the Michigan Department of Educatio~:r{!!i:::·:/·:::::,::::::r:= \. {\:. ;~::.t;!:~~ti:~~~:!;;::a~~~:":~:; ~~~u~~~~:eda life outside of the MCSC once st1ffilJ.B\:? :· Recent example: the Allia.1Jf#.#= tf6Wd .#.IJ...Jk nonprofit organization that will serve as a hub organizatid~for /JhqJ;t.fg4lt~ volunt~er sector. As one of many partners, the MCSC served a caf'q/y,¥tfor c':~qb~g this organization and as a resource broker in:IJ~lpJkg establish th~~pdowment that will support it. ·::~rt:=:~:~:::=· .•:•:{/:~ rmtt:. as .;.;::: :-:=:=:=:::=:::::::::::::·· \~=- --===============rr=============·· "\}~=:·. • Convening stakeholders to determining best:pf4-~i~hc1 funwfriig , , priorities (what issues should be targeted) for shd#fMFlong-teroi inv~gpents l·n serv1"ce and volunteen·sm. · ===;··::;. :- ··=:=:<<<<:::=:::,. ..;::::::::;:;::;:;:;::::;::::::::::;::;:;. ~}:r::::.·. ====.==.·· .;:;/{···====·=·=· • Measuring, investigating and evaluating results of sharing the results for others to learn and emulate. M\.;s®:,ij4yi~ell~ arii:: , ,. ·=:;:\~{/:;::::=··· . .I~~~~~fr::==·· . ·=:/~j/~~====-:· :/~~;:::-:-· Recent example: the staff have commissioned a tw~SYf¥.!:TAJY.dy on the effects of service-learning on MEAP scores as a way of det'&.ifiln.ing that teaching methodology's impact on student performance. In another study, staff will be examining the impact of AmeriCorps members on communities in which they serve with a particular focus on education. In the following sections, staff have defined the various future roles of the MCSC in support of Michigan's volunteer sector. Each role is given a brief description of how it would operate in the current and future contexts then the specific mission and goals are defined. Finally, where appropriate, specific tasks have been assigned with some recommended outcomes. Revised 8/29/01 �MCSC's Role as an Investor The investor role is not new, it has been one of the hallmarks of the MCSC. Today, the MCSC makes available three types of grant funds-national service program support through the Corporation for National Service, Volunteer Investment Grants funded through the state Fund and youth and senior health grants for community f the Michigan Tobacco Settlement Funds. These from each other in what their funding can be used similar · that they all require local matching, and planning. seem to build a level of local investment in Streams SUpport, bUt What iS leSSOr can hav~ a long-lasting and u•~~·'"E TlteMCSC can also cut new ground by defining its investment strategy. For example, with the VIG.:Jmi.li::W:~. do know that more than $2 million in local funds hav~::JiMhinv&ted in local endowments to . .-:-:;:··-·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·-· ·.·.·.·support local voh.int.~riit~~burce ceqf&rs. This $2 million was produced by holding'':'fit an equ<!J ~ of state funds as leverage. This program was anct""''f.~mmP.$~\i'~:riition's only state-funded volunteer resource center '~rtddWfu~nt program: VIG is truly the cutting edge. In a decade, w~ may!9Jgw::=~JI!icype of long-term ~~ft~c:h~~; :!1h~:d~.n 1~:~~~!:~h~~~t:~'V~'=a~h;e~~~~~~ MCSC needs to continue building =~¢lt.lhl funds iii ~\yay that both invests and leverages resources in ~~~tuity as Par,1:Sfi.~i1\~pund investment strategy. .,., : : : ,:, : : : :.:,:,:.:==·=· '\:=:-:-·--.-:::::::~:::: · · ·· -.:~=.~i:. i;.• Kj. ~~.[~.[~.~ .~\/t======-- the'''li!?JSc In the area of national service funding, leverages )i.::,,, volunteers. The grounding principle of the Michigan's A.m¢.flgptps program has always been that we will use our stipenqm:iM,9JxitHeerJ\,,,, (AmeriCorps members) to leverage non-stipend~::!@llfteef,~t{Pf.on-:!1:!: : : :, AmeriCorps members) to solve locally identified i§~p~~- , ;: : ··.·. .==·=: :=== Today, on average, for each AmeriCorps member supPgrt~ through the MCSC, an additional25 volunteers are generated. ·(::::::::::rt:::= '=· There may be other ways that the MCSC, as a wise investor, can leverage federal, state and local resources in support of Michigan's volunteers. By seeking out other potential investments, the MCSC can help communities diversify the support of local efforts and strengthen their ability to address chronic issues with comprehensive and longterm solutions. Revised 8/29/01 �MCSC invests in innovative, effective, communitysupported volunteer initiatives that positively impact com1nunity needs The MCSC can also cut new ground by defining its investment strategy. For example, when should the MCSC's investment in a program, initiative or organization stop? To date, the answers have been, "When the funding runs out." or "When the applicant is no longer successful in its programming goals and objectives as defined by the federal or state funding source." While these answers are fine for a traditioniH government agency, they are hardly unique and certainly nqr,g.tive. A creative solution might be that the MCSC lay out its ip:ylfl~rtf:strategies with stakeholders up front and let them know =~~~~::fiv1csc's igvestment is toward an ultimate goal that, once reagi:i;i:\vill end Ol,l.ff~p.ancial support in lieu of other public or private resdyfces. In o!A¢f\void~~ the MCSC will be looking to support local effor& : ;tqwM~iflOcat sP§In~bility. For example, no other state service commission has d!;YtliJI''K=&omprehensive funding strategy for weaning gqm!~¢:$.i!pf.f:!Pf.som.,~:pr all of their AmeriCorps funding. Some state 2bm.mUI~nt, will be three years and nothing after that, while oth~s continli~:'tRbir . ,. port indefinitely. What if the MCSC were to investigate "YA'-~::~!::)§:: tqat makes a local AmeriCorps program work, test wh~t::w:'~t~tit'the t'W;leral funds do to make an AmeriCorps progradR~IIYind then,,fli~ermine the best way to build effective programs whil~increasii.J..g::J(itl capacity to operate that program? This is exactly'' '-Ylmt§lf.fli~id through a series of focus group discussions and analy~i'§8f'b~r grants. Th~, staff then determined that the local grant~~sgqy:!;dwem,if.t6~d to support the administrative costs of the Am~~rofik: ,prgl~fii, but not the member support costs (stipends, educatio~'awar~~~':ifi.i"ning,_,~@,f,). ihl:pwh- So, what if the MCSC were to gradu~~~~~~ * ean and sffifti-~~:: ~J.Ipport of AmeriCorps programs from adrninistrati~e func_4di'~p:ft1efri;qers support costs? As an investor, isn't it wiser:Jq=:!P..\t~Fonly jysf~pat is needed to achieve a goal and allow for the rJti~hing resm~-~Ce§:j!g ,_ support more Ameri Corps programs? This type of strategi.g:::,: : : : : : : : : ::::r::r:\,, grantmaking (leveraging and brokering) could be partqf}i~:[~csc'§t::,,. future niche in other service and volunteer related ~ti!!:ty:: fu.~f''?''''· ./:::::::,::= ... Investor '\\:::_,~: =,:' , : :::=::::·· ..:-:·.·:·:-:-:-::. ;.·-:-:::-··· Vision The MCSC invests in innovative, effective, communitysupported volunteer initiatives that positively impact community needs. Revised 8/29/01 �Goals • Each of the MCSC funded programs, projects, and initiatives will successfully achieve the individual program goals by: - Providing the necessary training and technical assistance required for each program, project and initiative to be successful :·:· .·.·-:-:-:-::;.·.·.-:-·-······ TheMCSC can, as a venture capitalist, invest in com11tunity proble1n solving 11zodels that teach i1nportant lessons that maybe transferable to other com1nunities. - Providing program monitoring and assistance .,)t'::, . to ensure that goals are met and that necessary . . ;:,, '' {.esources are available. \:;:_ ·: t\:::;:::;::::;•:;:;{'( :/ ) )'' ..,:;::::):·,:::::,, '\i~~1~~~i?';r~~~ :,e::=:~::::~ment • Eacti:=Mcsc p~g&;S area will have defined parameter~&BKEI~in funding and impact. • The MCSC will hel,y~,.gefmll,!]:yet flexible funding priorities that ~Bt&ii,~d _d(qigh effective research, experience, trends ancF¥}pg~ or bi..~!l_llal assessments . .·:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:;:· ·:::::::::-:.; ·.·.:-:;::::... ·-:-:·:;_ MCSC's Role as an Incubatri~~f~talyst . ., ;: : :::{:·-::,,,, ··=t .. =:=:=:::::::::...?=~=~==rr:::- \\. a;;:~:~~:7!S~~~~~~:;~~'ble. strategy is normally what we see in traditional q~ali!Y::S-9\Itronent "': : , , , programs. Unfortunately, these programs define''~:t~BOO'eJ~yn.~" .I::::::::, solution to a complex and overwhelming problem pr~~Hhe a =:: · ··· funding formula that may or may not be sufficient to'ag~ress the issue. ·.;.·.·.·.. tllfn ··:·::::::::::::::::::::::=:- In the end, what was intended as an investment towards helping solve an issue, usually ends up causing new problems and agencies in communities become over-reliant on state and federal funding while creating complicated local bureaucracies that later live only to perpetuate themselves. Revised 8/29/01 �... as the MCSC proceeds to create forutns for dialogue, creative ways for collaboration and a context for healthy partnerships, we 11lUSt also be aware of our past efforts and other's perceptions of those efforts. New models are needed. Increasingly, local communities know potential solutions to their unique challenges and only need flexible resources to enact creative and responsible solutions. The MCSC can, as a venture capitalist, invest in community problem solving models that teach important lessons that may be transferable to other communities. The MCSC should seek ways to channel state and federal resourqfs for use by local communities in this manner. In garnering tl!~~::t~sources, the MCSC must seek ways to provide the greatest!l..htb't:flexibility to local communities while expecting the higq~~~J.¢.Y.~fof acco~ntability of its grantees and of itself. While doing§B: the MCS<;,: \Vguld clearly lay out plans that would incubate ne.J:,models thakJf:: hece$$.ary, would be sustained through other sourd~$.;, , , ,b.,,,pnfu~ exam,pl!t !:lgain, is the VI G program. Here, grantees are not prescribed., ~:: i:!i)W'lp best utilize the state funds, but does require that,,Jh~::JI.I!).Wvesttn¢.nt be used as match in an endowment that can suppqg'ftttlir6:: ygtl~r ~fforts. Tl!_e MCSC can act as a catalyst for set~ring and'' bf~Hng~~ type of venture capital either through our comprehensiv~.,~Ps with other organizations or through the developpien.tf11: !P@WresoU:'ffies from the public sector. ·:::::=:-:;:=:::··-:-:-:-:-:-:;:;:;:_:_:;:::· .... . . = = = = ~=~ Incubator/Catalyst ===~itrr mmmtr===·· _.;:;:;:;:;:- :::::::· -: :~ ~L·-:;:::t::.·:: =- ................... .· .·. '· .=,.~,-~,-~,j_~-,~-,~-,r.~,-~_.,_-.~ '~, -~: .r,f~ ? ·-·-:-:-:-:-:-:.:-:-:-:-:-·-:-·-·-·.···· Vision .... .,.,,,,,,,:;:;:;::::t' The MCSC estaJ>lisb.~$,j.deii'ijfi¢.~f and nurtures creative volunteer-drivert$pfhtidps elt~~sing community needs. :::=.:'(:;::,:: ,,,,:;: )!!:!},,,. ·:::•. Goals _.:=::;:;:-:-:-:-:-:-·-·-· .·:'_,_;:i.l.:,,,,}:. • Pursue a more circut~ 'itnd les~,.g~¢@,itpp~~h to targeted issues -:;:, , , ·:::::::::·:,:: ;: ·..·· ·-::::::::::::::~:~:~:}::::::=-· "\\;. ··::::::{?:· -:-:-:-:-.. ;.!::~!~!:!s~:.~::,::~tiP'\ =\~t =-=-=-=-=-----· ·==~~\t=~======~t=====:=- - Consider annual involvemeri'q~get,jrt'g' .on af· least one single issue or demograpW:c (social ·ssues, pn·on.ti.es, etc.) ··''f'\:,',:,:,,,,, _,_, ,, ··:::::::::·:· l ~[~}== - Identify preexisting programs which have been successful - Promote the continued expansion of partnership at the state, national and local levels. Revised 8/29/01 �Incubator/Catalyst Goals (cont.) • Empower individuals/organizations to create proactive, local solutions - Solicit creative solutions around identified ISSUes - Develop better communication/working .:::!.!:::}. relationships with organizations that have ,,,,:::":::::: =- ~~ready worked on various issues and with those \):\:. ·=·=· · ·========-====-' . _,,,t.f§purces. Help them with their work by way of ···-:-:-:-:-:-:.,,,,,)(:!:::I!!!iitvice and volunteerism. ·>:·:=:·:·:·:·:·:·::::::::::::-:-· ;:;::::::::::::::-:-:-:-·-· TheMCSC serves as a convener of diverse groups and individual.~ to assist in conutlunity problem solving through service and volunteerism. MCSC's Rhle as Conv~J!!!:-![9.r (Government Sponsored) Service and Voluntee.riim: :s bikeholders .-.-:::::::::::::::;:;:;::::::::::-:;:·:· ··==::::::. :;:::::::: -·-:-:-:-:-:-:-·-·.·.·· The MCSC can takJ': ;~:=i~d in hy!~~~~ promote and expand rr~~~::t:~:;~:!:Ji• •,:~~!~~~:ri~~~~~~~~a:gboth resources, expertise and support to exi.§l~Ai.imtk agencies that utilize volunteers. The MCSC can bqp.;gt$geih~::l~ifvarious governmental agencies, nonprofits, faith based instltyggq~(busin~~es and others to help provide a forum for productiy~ gjlJ.pg~e, sharHtg:jx~st practices · =·=·-:·· ==::·_;:_,: .: _;·_,;=_i_:'_,_:':r· .../t,,_ and Collaboratl.on. -:-:-·-·.·.·.·-:-·-· ~~:i~ ~=ro;~':;.:g;!';:. ~:~6,~·~ ~~~~~in improving services to communities by chrul'g{_ng how servi_9¢.:: i ti.t, volunteerism are funded in Michigan. The MCSC too~::d::J~diri\::, , advocating the consolidation of national service (~g::By:: ~.ng tl\~ position that the split of Corporation for National .S i!ilee (¢,1\JS) .::::/rr===· funding between the MCSC and the CNS office in DeJroitWas · counterproductive. The MCSC took the lead in worldhgJq:,pring local volunteer centers together with volunteer service through't'b.e Family Independence Agency and their local county agencies. Each of these examples had their merits, but also lead to a tremendous amount of controversy and distrust. While the intentions may certainly have been good, the process by which the end goal was to be reached was unsuccessful and lead to some unfortunate consequences. The MCSC was seen as power grabbing and not a neutral broker. Revised 8/29/01 �... the MCSC has always ~·tre~·sed aiding in local empo·werlttent and local control M'hich has encouraged sflljf to provide more public recognitio11 to progratns and individuals rather than to theMCSC itself. Therefore, as the MCSC proceeds to create forums for dialogue, creative ways for collaboration and a context for healthy partnerships, we must also be aware of our past efforts and other's perceptions of those efforts. However, while some may always question our motives , this questioning should not deter us from our leadership responsibilities nor bar us from being an effective convening mechanism. With this caution in mind, the MCSC can be an effective magnifier o.L~M~ and federal resources in support of service and volunt~§l]fi Michigan. Goals • As~i~!il!ijij~~rtingJ~I>vernment-sponsored" service !n:=ll.\9fugan and voluqjeerism ·-:-:-. .-.-.-.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·-·-·-·.· ..-.-::·:-:-:-·-·.·.····. - ~~!lsfl :~:&~: govellliA~PJ employees' involvementinJooaFvb1tifiieer initiatives .\::::::~=~=~=::::::·:··.·::::;:::. - ;.;:~:~:~;~;~;t}?" Promot;==:~md ;#~l;e thyJ!~~.of best ~:~::~:~!:h;~i~:~~~ ·=::;:-...-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:;:;:-:-:-:-:-·-· • Expand collaborative parui~,~~ to reach t?,r:: Yi~.ion .:·:·:;:;:;::::::::....... \~:- • Empower individuals/organizatiqns tg:. : : : r: :=· · · proactive local solutions through s~t\i:~l:~tr · : : =: : : : : :'::i•''' volunteerism · :::::::; ,..,:{?'' --::::.. ·-: : : . . ··,:.:: .,,;:::r - Examine current relationships t~:: iaefiiify new populations to encourage the use of service and volunteerism as a strategy Revised 8/29/01 �Example " Best Practices Guide" Staff recommend that the MCSC annually publish a best practices guide for quality service and volunteerism in Michigan that would be developed by the field through a series of .M:f=SC sponsored dialogues. Outcomes would include a "~~,q~~gan Best Practices Guides" for service and , y:qJ!ffijiepsm. The guides would be developed through focus ,=: .·:.[i ![j i ! J i !l .ir.::~h:~:.r~~~~:!~!~e~::~:~nvdo~~::::;~~~~ ~~:t help to organi:z&.pbhs':\;.$.pecially those in state government, to ·=:::::::::::,, . V<?.!MPGrily aqgp!::~ operating principles. Taking on the role of ·========racllitatiii.,&::m l![pub!jshing a best practices guide will require th.,~t f!!d~iii:~*JicsQ.::P.e in a position to help other state agtn¢!1Mi:~lp!g~:D Y.Urrent volunteer-management systems and ·.§ lire therii'':ijji(ff'Oti:J,~h~gencies and nonprofit organiZations. . ,.,.,., , , ,· ,:,:,.,. :::.:::::? TheMCSC stakeholders recognize and appreciate the MCSC and its programs, projects, and activities. Over time 11\j~J~i~;:u:: . .d to a publication (Michigan Standards fol<l.ifigh Quali_n(§~f\rice and Volunteer Programs) that could be u~~PY=§F.!\~i--fJYemment or even the private sector. 1t could ev~HlMifY:to define the lexicon of the field to provide more standardized l~qgna&¢i{[9f example, distinguishing betw~i(y6ltili.~~pjhlllnity service and court mandated community s&rvic~Yi\::liJi~ shoJlr~nn, the MCSC would focus on its current(v.nWngrelatidrisfup~ _including CNS programs and Volunteer Inv~tw~nt Grants _(}f~~t~, MCSC's Promotion, Marketing and{Researc~. H~:: :!.i l!li i [i,: :\: :, Michigan Service and Volunteer Effor~··:·.·. .·=:=: : : : :i: : :r:t=====·· \=: ·.·:·::;:·: ;:;:;:;:;:;:;:;:;::;::· ·::::: ~i~:~:bti.B:: fi~: ;:;:;:;:; .. More promotion of the MCSC and its programs t;&;D. a constant struggle for this organization and a continrt~Lch"atlenge for staff. On the one hand the MCSC has prided itself on ifij: aanl.ty and willingness to engage in and form effective and non-territorial alliances and partnerships often with an overly modest approach. The MCSC is rarely self-serving in its approach and receives (and seeks) few public accolades for this work. The MCSC's literal interpretation of our catalyst role-aiding in the development of a process without becoming a part of that process- may have led to a lack of public awareness around the good work of the MCSC. Revised 8/29/01 �In addition, the MCSC has always stressed aiding in local empowerment and local control which has encouraged staff to provide more public recognition to programs and individuals rather than to the MCSC itself. On the other hand, the MCSC has worked to publicize the results of its efforts through America's Promise, the ConnectMichi~an Campaign, the AmeriCorps logo and "signage" and various nati.g~Jpays of service including Make A Difference Day. While '"lU :~!:!Y.~fY:successful, this approach has done more to raise the prof!!~:'pf\:ilfigservice~nd volunteer field in Michigan and less to raise the::p{pflte of the M.QS% and its grantees. All of this begs the question, doe~:: Jhe MCSC,.n e&l to~ marketed? No. However, if the MCSC is to ~:i~4~([~t~~ graJl.r it must: publish its funding priorities, commurucate the I~Y-~ :r&r the development of those priorities, celebrate tb,~ _§ygllf.iffpra<;~~s and failures learned from its funding, and promote:: a ::¥6fe df:':&9tllfu~pt in helpi_ng to promote service and ·.-.,,,,:o:o:o:.,.}'' ' "" .·:;.· -::::::':.. vol unteerism. · : : : :, ltfocul·es MCSC's efforts and resources on helping others solve proble1ns locally by providing factual and credible data. .-:-:: .-:=:=::::::::: :;::;::· t_~[:_\_=:_\_=~ ~ ~:~:~t-:tr=-·- Marketing and Res,,~ar9~!i -!·!:l:!i! ·ilj!i: : : = ·\::. _ :'_it Vision The MCSC::§~H914¢rs recognize and appreciate the MCSC and i~:=:=pr61~:;~ms, proje<;!.§~,~nd activities. -.--·-·.·.-.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.· Marketing Goals ·-:::::::-.-::?~=~=~=~=~=}~:::· Develop a marketing $:~m:ll::=·that: .-:-:-:-. ;:: : \::,, -.-:= =~ ~ ~{~\)~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~:;:-. • Promotes who'\ve are, wn~J. ,iM::ao·; : ~p.d why ·'""---------=-=-:-=-=-=-=-·---·-· ..·.·='.:.':.: :__:,_.,_::. .:.:..:::rr::::=-· · -:=: :=:=:=:-:We do 1.t __({==··-· ·-:{/(:;:;;;:;_:··· ) =:::~:t= _.;:;:;::;:)~:::: • Promotes what works:for the Mc.s q:fi::::::::::::?t::::: programs, projects, and acti.yi t~_S§fi::·==!!!'ll·,:.::::·:,,.mr:=== ·-::: :·:::········· ·:·::~t~~t:=:~rt::·:···· • Publishes our research findifti~ • Promotes new ideas :;:·:·. ·:·:·:·:·:·:·:·:·:·:-:-· :·:·:·=· ·:::··-· incubate~BYiidle''MCSC - Create tools for the field to promote the MCSC programs and concepts - Create "stories/snap shots" for stakeholders to use to promote the MCSC programs Revised 8/29/01 �Marketing Goals (cont.) - Seek professional guidance - Examine language/pictures in publications so they are user friendly - Create "canned" (yet flexible) presentations for staff Thft.:ll...f...f..€A.d Hoc; committees will publish a report outlining their re.P.,i)IJRtendations implementation for these goals at the 2001 Mi!J.sc Retreat. . :::::·· · · · · · · 1/ir. ··::::. .. rti ·=·=======:::=::::f::==·=·· If we truly believe that people can effectively proble1n solve through service and volunteerism., we nlust prove it. . . .::::t;!!ii:::: ·======:::::::::::~:r:::::=:= R~sed·:~~~~~·-· ==·· =:::~::. _ ,) '},. \:::t:::t:::m:::::::::::····::::·······::::,.::::········:•::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: ·-: : :.· · · :·: i~!~1~:;~~::s~;:~:;:~~~h:::::~: (lm,ijlmi. sh&.rt term, annual) \: ':,ji!lj li., .:;.;:~pe tlw:'f~~re funding strategies of the · Nt~Qm.(Q,ggh new and existing research (ties di;~6tiy :tS::i~vestor goal~) • Sha~:[fuHif.¢.,. Mg§pWcitiatives through new and existtng r~~l' (ties 4!r~wtly to incubator ·: : . . -:: : : :;: : : : ;: : : : · .,, •··•·•·•••:_:.:_,__"_:·_:_: . goals) ;:;:;:;:;:;:·:;: Examples Research and Publish What Works :(f\~l\~\ t~~jf: · .·. ............ . . .::::tf!IIIf/i:=··· ·: :• by*;~:$;if J!V~' Adopting the model traditionally used departments like the Michigan Department ot'::f;on{iitunity Health (MDCH). This model stresses public aW@t~ness around issues, facts and desired behaviors all promoted through traditional forms of communication (TV, print and radio ads) with a tag line that identifies the sponsoring state agency. In addition, staff recommend that the MCSC and its work be marketed much as MDCH does through research and data dissemination. Revised 8/29/01 �In other words, the MCSC would research and publish data about the health, benefits and need for service and volunteerism in Michigan communities as supported through state and federal funds while also researching the effectiveness of its own programs. This research would be packaged as user guides and annual publications to be utilized by other state and privateJmman service agencies to target their resources and foctmt.h~!r programming. This model also aligns well with the t!i: !:i=/llf~~::•;;;~c~~~l ~~~~~s~~ ~CaS~~n~~~:ra:~ :;~~~~es theMCSC would research and publish data about the health, benefits and need for service and volunteerism in Michigan com11runities ::=':.,:rg~ helping o.Jft¢rs solve problems locally by providing factual \:j::::{ and cre<bplt'data~ :,This particular model also fits well with our ··=::::::pl~:J'6Fthe A.J!!MG~ as it becomes the mechanism by which generally, .m!ibiiPf'th~,, public awareness around service and volqpJ~q§lii!~'' comp~ID:ect and the MCSC (as a grantmaker) can Pf::9!96ttlie::{~.aoo rf.sources t9 make it happen as well as the factqal data up&R''\vhjpfi:Jyfichigan's public awareness campaigns are base9,~ ::i:t:::::i::::,::· i r .,. :·... :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: · '::::::,,, "Assessing t~!i§i.iHh of Gi~,!!l and Volunteering in -:: : : Michi.gan" .;:-:-:-: I!}!:/ . ·--=-====={ ~~rt~\I~~~r==-· As an example, th~~e§iei ~~uld assigqg;sources to annually assess the "health" of S~J:"Viq;~,,~ =vd~9.n~¢brism in Michigan communities on a councyf:by:C'qynl}i!,:. 'is. This data would be collected and analyzed by'' qualiQ~i'gtsearcq@f~:~nd act as an annual barometer for how, wl~:)!:!i~,::how often ~gple volunteer and the needs of volunteer and :vmunteer orient&t ::::::. ~~~:::;.~ ~n~=~i:~ :::!~~-~::J;:le tool national funders for volunteer initiativl?''i2ch year th~,, ~dy might address a specific issue (educatidn, health, s;M.¢1~:,!9iftyre and the arts, etc.) that the volunteer resouryes o.t:~iJ.Pi'an might target or examine. ' ' ';';;::·:;'.;::.:,:;.,:,::'' ' ' ·::'':':,,,,, ,:::::::, ' \, -:=/~r~~====·=·· This approach of research and marketing of cridqW. data is not new. Public health organizations have been engag(j!Hfthis type of activity for years. Their work has made significant changes in human behavior including increasing immunizations against childhood illnesses, reduction in auto accidents and injuries with seat belt usage, and declines in deaths from breast cancer through early screening and intervention. If we truly believe that people can effectively problem solve through service and volunteerism, we must be able to prove it. The only way we can prove it is to back up our claim with facts. Revised 8/29/01 �The only way we can get the facts is through effective research. Staff recommend that we invest in developing and publishing that research. By engaging in this type of outreach, the MCSC can provide a valuable resource and would be seen as an authority on service and volunteer efforts in the state and not just a pass through for state and federal funds. By engaging in this type of outreach, the MCSCcan provide a valuable resource and would be seen as an authority on sendee and volunteer efforts in the state and not just a pass through for state and federal funds. As apreliminary step into this area, the MCSC will cosponsor thi~<f#qr s giving and volunteering survey for Michigan. In .,JlifjJ._i'fi,iifk,, _as previously mentioned, the MCSC staff have _,::(: 'i!Qfi{inission.ed two research and evaluation studies on service{:,:::i' :.:-::}i iearning ariJi: :! Jichigan s AmeriCorps respectively. .·.·.·.·.·.·.·.· .-··-·.·.·.···:;:;:; \1l~]jj~( .-:-:-:-:-· :;::::=··· ·.·.·. .:::::-. _.;:;: ;:;: ;:~tt/~)::. ---:::=·:-:- :-:-:-:~~::::=:::::;::-:-· ....:::::.:.:...-.·-···· · The ability,, 9f:Illi:~csc_$9::{yrther its mission cf enabling citizens to engage in ·P vliE'.prohtt.m:: §Q.Jhng through service and volunteerism will be enhartbed by it"f6tU'~·iqg::Pb ,its expertise as an effective grantmaking entity. ThisJ~:!,:i~rFf.tpm the MCSC's multifaceted role of supporting the pro~Q~~%td"vanc¢went and profile of the volunteer sector to a more fot\:f.~~i'tiiie wher~.:B MCSC seeks to make targeted investments with spetif.ic outcqm~i;::::: ,his does not mean that the MCSC will abandon i~:: ~y~~~g~}bttalyst and broker roles. These roles will instead be redirectcillOsupport th,~,gf911tmaking decisions of the MCSC. The MCSC can qQ!y,,,g q;:tb1s'5U;e of the development of the Alliance and its ability lq;actdi¢§.sJb.~::}arger promotional and programming needs of the volunteer i!~~~·:wroge!b¢i·:W.ith the Alliance ~~l:P to advance and our many other service partner~:t:ii!':K1csc Michigan's volunteer sector to the riei:f}stage in i~,,~¥1i~9n and on to ·.·.· . . . . :•::t::,!::.l:l:l: :·:•-.i: : : : : : : · · · i·:·::::r· greater levels of sustainability. will \::::::::,:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::·· What's Our Capacity? ·:({. :} ·:\:,. ..::::::(~f\:::: --====·=:=r:i~rm~t)~===t~===== ··:::::::::::~:: -:·:·:·:-:·:···· . ·:·:;.. The staff have completed a first draft SWOT (Stt~pgm~~:.!W'lct!~ss~~~:::. Opportunities and Threats) analysis of the Mcsc··:~: lt"felati,~W6.t~t.¢.iff'•·· new goals and objectives articulated in this documerlt~. Thtfresults are attached (see SWOT Analysis of the MCSC). The M~§g.ptust take these elements into account as we form our future plans> Many of the initiatives and changes proposed will not significantly impact the size of the MCSC's core operational capacity, but they will require that the MCSC retool and gamer some additional financial resources and/or services. Revised 8/29/01 �Much like many of the resources the MCSC brokers, the additional resources for these plans will be more directly focused on our grantees and external partners and not for internal administrative costs. The Alliance is an obvious example. While the MCSC may propose many activities and initiatives and programs, the work may actually be conducted by the Alliance or other partner. In this case, the MCSC will provide gr~nts to support the work as opposed to creating a new element to the.M CSC to handle the next new initiative. This is a shift fronz the MCSC's multifaceted role of supporting the pro1notion, advancement and profile of the volunteer sector to a m.ore focused one lvhere the MCSC seeks to 1nake targeted investments with specific A bg~f ~~~~~:w ~f tpe draft budget is also attached as an illustration (se~ =i§Pdget). Thes~,,,flgiJres are not set in stone and are offered merely as i~(hence poi.n.S?''in iqpition, these costs may or may not be incuit«t,, l?.Y :!.~: MCSG~Ph~. Many of the functions may be taken on theAllim~~~ The_§!::@l!~it~!Y estimated costs associated with all the ~~r~::n~,,~.;~~- to change, especially rjven ·-··::::::::::;:;:;::::···· Next Steps }::::: ·==::::, ~=!~~ ~~";~~~~ !tl!!E:%:.:~e~~:~!::'\':' goals Michigan, there is a grdt=9AA:l9t:} VIj f'io be done to determine the costs, feasibility and resistitidiip@rt& of such plans. However, as pointed out with regard to the developm~Wi=:9fW~Alliance concept, we must move while we have the ifipmerttpm dithe initiative. Finally, even if general agreement oq t~.,tbange§:y§:: f~ched it will take time to implement them and the~l§'c may notJnm~{prm itself any time soon. On the other hand, the Alliance dyyfJmPctw.ckly, the national scene may take a new direction (fV,P..~Ai!!~§.FU1e CqiPbr.ation could cease or be increased) and the state suiiif'Eould dwhidl~::;given the current economic down tum. Therefore, riti,.one should_~flli):Qat the suggestions for change offered in this document wilL!lip~'hgiit:=:=: away, but they could. We should prepare ourselves::f.P.!Jiii€ \: : := ..··== ,::=::;: :=, nevitabilities. · =::;:;::::;;.· =·=· ,} :== .,;: : : = :;\f. :;: -:-· outconze.~. Revised 8/29/01 �SWOT Analysis of the MCSC A. Strengths •Board leadership •Staff •Teamwork •Executive Director •Partners \. •Repll:~~t ·IJxi~I~!~fy no one l'hould expect that the suggestions for change offered in this docu1nent would happen right away, but it could. ', :j : l!I:!JJf::;rt : : :, '~S;v~~g::l~ent 0 :.~o~u~n~dgaf:~.' :t._,~orl:_(nu s!Jju~;p:~rp;o:t;, ~ r1 •• ·:·:::d{~;~;:~::···-:-· •Structure •We are seen leader •Service is trendy •Chairperson •Governor support •Technology •Organizational teamwork •Sense of humor •Diversity •Statewide community builder •Youth leadership •YES Ambassador •Money •Michigan's AmeriCorps Promise Fellow •Innovation •Infrastructure •Systems (internal and external) Revised 8/29/01 ··":;,,,,,,,,,,,,,,"":;o::::::·:f'''""''''''.,.,. ·:.:, �SWOT Analysis of the MCSC B. Weaknesses •Technology •Space c. •Parki_~g Opportunities •Bure~'W:racy (state g~m~ftl~t) •Expand our role •Reestablish priorities •Better communication /:::m·:::=:··:wees ·=:::. ::=:::= ::::-: • Federal fund:'teliance •Redefine ourselves '. -{ •Strong ~b~aiit!fs •National networking \\:: •Pa~tJ:Iistory .::: : •Focus on MCSC •Sustaining the work •Raising the profile of :'_,.=:_ _=.:_ _.':_,:_._,:_ :_,_: ,:·•.=_, ·_,:-' _,' governor's role =" j:: : •Keeping YES Ambassador •Keeping Michigan's •Changing field ::-:!I!!/' •Not beginning wi~g,:f!~-:~p::= :\,} AmeriCorps Promise in mind -: : :,._._._.,.;:': -:,: '·:·:·:·:·:··· Fellow •Buried in stati!=IV.~f~ent ,,(!!!::!!!: •Engagement .;:; !M@sebO:g forest from the :r!;~-d~¥1 :~:!t_•:-;u._:· i!'::?!t~~:: :- :• i_ i _:_'!_t :~~:i:r:s in eleCt~ :- ;.; ::tj i i i.!• :} · ·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.;.···· :~i:~~:~::reai:~~:!~~n •Economy •Buildinformation base •Rules and regulations .,._.__ ....·.·.·:-: : : : : : : =: : : : : : : : : ':• :S?Ii:focus .·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.· \t:: , :!liWMCSC space •Time •Priorities ::t,?!m~Wbre str~~ggic •Lack of expertise (knowledge) •Not enough "celebrating : ,;,: •Raisingp!§f~!#bf:§.ervice accomplishments" . _,,•Rai§j~g! Nt€st prqf.i.le •Lack of job security !!\\!tihity proQI~ffi •Systems •Relationship state agencies •No clarity of vision •Too much field jargon •Staff turnover •Too many masters m)!j iJ j j j Jiji i·~:~m;~:~:iw Revised 8/29/01 �SWOT Analysis of the MCSC D. Threats •Lack of knowledge at national level •Elected officials •Loss of vision •Minutia ·!.A$.~ of Commissioners i iJjl~!~~y .,, ,,,, t::,_:. )()):: •Timing /}, 't' { •Staff apgbbah;t alignment ,,.; witQ,,:N{CSC vi~~®, (Governor) '\:, ,,,,, ,J~tMoi:ale ---: :::/\,. ·eq.~u;_:~ie:J-ni~~t;ac .&.:,r.::;.~ •Elettion ·.·.·-·.·-·.·-·.·-:-:-:-:-:-··-· .. ::::::::c:t'::·' _)},, •Inspector General_,_,)/:' . _::::=: ::, ,, _ •CNS struc;.tur~ .~4lmil~sses : : : •Lack of scl(~§ijpJ8rt } :=:::: •Funding <( ,} ll_i_:i •Staff turnover ::,.·-: :=:-:-.-.·.-..:-:::::{:ffj II!)) l} •Regulations •Organizational "turf' issues •Existence •Current legislation \"u;"~- ·:u•u federal) •Poor communication •Motivation •Not becoming circular (silo's) •Becoming mundane •Compliancy •Encumbered by new and existing tasks Revised 8/29/01 �NotesSWOT Analysis of the MCSCSWOT Analysis of the MCSC Revised 8129/01 ~ �Notes Revised 8/29/01 �MCSC FY 2000- 2003 Budget Increases Personnel - Grants Manager Salary & Benefits - Public Relations Mgr. Salary & Benefits Subtotal Research & Publications -Health of Volunteer Sector Dissemination FY 2000-2001 FY 2001 - 2002 FY 2002 - 2003 $ 65,000.00 $ 65,000.00 $ 65,000.00 $ 195,000.00 $ $ 65,000.00 130,000.00 $ $ 65,000.00 130,000.00 $ $ 65,000.00 130,000.00 $ $ 195,000.00 390,000.00 $ $ 5,000.00 $ $ 60,000.00 10,000.00 $ $ 100,000.00 20,000.00 $ $ 165,000.00 30,000.00 5,000.00 $ $ 5,000.00 75,000.00 $ $ 5,000.00 125,00G.OO $ $ 10,000.00 205,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 70,000.00 $ $ 10,000.00 20,000.00 $ $ 40,000.00 70,000.00 $ $ 40,000.00 70,000.00 $ $ 90,000.00 160,000.00 $ 7,000.00 $ 15,000.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 42,000.00 $ 7,000.00 $ 15,000.00 $ 22,000.00 -State Sponsored Volunteer Initiatives & Best Practices Catalog $ Subtotal $ Evaluation - Annual Aggregate Results - Annual Case Studies of Three Programs Subtotal - Total Meetings - State Unified Vision (Plan) Focus Groups & Conferences - Annual Best Practices in Government Seminars $ - - Community /Grantee Forums for Evaluation & Assessment of MCSC Performance Subtotal $ $ 2,000.00 9,000.00 $ $ 5,000.00 27,000.00 $ $ 7,500.00 42,500.00 $ $ 14,500.00 78,500.00 Promotion/Marketing - Annual Marketing Plan Development (Consultant) - Marketing Materials Subtotal Total $ $ $ $ 10,000.00 25,000.00 35,000.00 199,000.00 $ $ $ $ 20,000.00 50,000.00 70,000.00 372,000.00 $ $ $ 20,000.00 50,000.00 70,000.00 437,500.00 $ $ $ $ 50,000.00 125,000.00 175,000.00 1 ,008,500.00 $ � 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_2000-11-17_Planning-Document_The-Future-of-MCSC-in-MI-Update Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-11-17 The Future of MCSC Sponsored Service and Volunteering in Michigan update Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-11-17 The Future of MCSC Sponsored Service and Volunteering in Michigan update. 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, 49409 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 2000-11-17 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/743e80cf88fb065b17c3cff08c8fdda4.pdf 4e8e0aa205c637beb084d4c192c26b6f PDF Text Text MCSC Policy Changes (Updated April, 2003) January 31, 1992 Conflict of Interest Policy adopted March 27, 1992 Established four standing committees for the Commission: Committee on Evaluation, Committee on Community Collaboration, Committee on Youth Voice, and Committee on Statewide Service Recognitions (not an approval item) Development of the Youth Advisory Council May 22, 1992 Operating Procedures were approved and then discussion about recommendations and changes occurred. It was tabled until the next meeting. Additional committee added: Fund Development (not approval item) July 24, 1992 Approved Policy and Procedures. July 23, 1993 Discussion on a commission member serving as Vice-Chair or serving on the Executive Committee (not an approval item) October 29, 1993 Performance Review of Executive Director was initiated. March 23, 1994 New federal regulations - MCSC will oversee two program areas: AmeriCorps and Learn & Serve MI-CB (not an approval item) Chairperson explained that Commissioners with any conflict of interest would not be allowed to review applications for the AmeriCorps and Learn & serve MI-CB. (not an approval item) Conflict of Interest policy sheet was changed and all Commissioners need to sign and return new form. More changes were made and will be discussed at next meeting. May 20, 1994 Conflict of Interest policy changes were discussed. There was clarification on item 5. Changes were made and the Commissioners would receive new policy in mail to sign. A motion was made to delegate to the Executive committee ofthe MCSC the authority to have final approval on MCSC's state plan, AmeriCorps grants and Learn & Serve grants that will be going to the Corporation for National and Community Service for this year. �Operating procedures were updated to provide that the Chairperson have a term limit of three years and that the words "appointed by the Governor and voted on by the Commission" be added. Attendance Policy- it was suggested that the Operating Procedures provide that if a Commissioner misses more than two consecutive meetings, regardless of whether a representative is in attendance in his/her stead, he/she would be asked to resign. Also, add to the third paragraph, last line under membership "subject to review by the Executive Committee of the Michigan community Service Commission". September 23, 1994 Steering Committee changed to Staff Advisory Committee. Changes that were agreed at the previous meeting had been changed on the operating procedures. Motion made to give authorization to the staff to initiate a process that would bring us forward toward a long-term plan that would include elements of sustainability, include partners in the process, and would serve as a blueprint for action as a Commission over the next three years. December 2, 1994 AmeriCorps application process- this year's process will require a concept paper that will be a brief description of the program and its goals and operation plan. (not an approval item) A motion was made to authorize the MCSC to continue to develop a fund with the Capital Area Foundation for the MCSC. Alliance for National Renewal Participation- Commission gave support to staff to pursue our affiliation to the Aliance and show Michigan's commitment to community service. February 24, 1995 National and Community Service Policy Statement- the policy will serve as a policy position statement on national community service, AmeriCorps, and the MCSC. Commissioners took the statement home and faxed their comments back to the Commission. Final action will be taken at the retreat. An Evaluation Coordination meeting will develop an overall evaluation plan for Michigan's AmeriCorps programs. (not an approval item) March 10-11, 1995 NO RETREAT MINUTES �May 15, 1995 The Chair is to appoint a strategic planning committee to work out details to implement an endowment fund. The National and Community Service policy statement paper was adopted. March 15, 1996 Due to time constraints, Commission empowered the Executive Committee to review and approve AmeriCorps grant applications for this year. May 10, 1996 Discussion on changing the by-laws of the Commission. It was suggested that the Commission staff make some suggestions and revisions that will be discuseed at an upcoming meeting. July 24, 1996 Connect Michigan - new program was approved with the provision to change the name and accept staff recommendations. A motion to fund the MNA program with a changed named was carried without objection. August 23, 1996 MCSC and MI Dept of Education Partnership- Angelia Salas will be working with MI Dept. of Ed. to conduct training, technical assistance and monitoring with the MDE Learn & Serve programs. The commission staff will contribute to the grant review criteria and the grant selection process with MDE having the final approval. (not an approval item) December 13, 1996 Mr. Dirks explained that we needed to make changes in the operating procedures to more accurately reflect the language in the Commission statute. Chairperson Engler proposed the Policy and Procedures revisions to be approved with the new changes as proposed. February 14, 1997 ?????-Same minutes as 12/13/96 June 6, 1997 Volunteer Investment Grant Proposal - an overview of the new project was discussed with Commissioners. (not an approval item) April24, 1998 Approval of AmeriCorps Compelling Circumstance Waiver Policy. Unified State Plan was discussed. (The final plan was due to the CNCS by March 17, 1998.) (not an approval item) September 11, 1998 AmeriCorps Funding Policy changes in FY99 and beyond. �Volunteer Investment Grants modifications FY99 and beyond. MCSC Policies and Procedures memo explaining that current Commission standing committees are not functional and recommended that the current standing committees be changed to: Board Development Committee, Youth Leadership, Awards and Recognition, Outreach and Communications, and Continuous Improvement. The by-laws were amended. December 11, 1998 The MCSC Commissioner Roles and Expectations document was incorporated into the MCSC Operating Procedures. September 24, 1999 MCSC is redesigning the AmeriCorps grant renewal process. The wording in future applications will state that successful applicants will be required to increase their match level every year over the course of three years. In addition, the applications will suggest that no program be funded as a fully funded AmeriCorps program beyond six years. Staff will have the wording for the renewal process by the November meeting. (not approval item) VIG changes: Due to the inability to disburse the full $1 million state appropriations within the 12 months of a fiscal year, the MCSC has received clarification on our ability to carry-over VIG funds from one fiscal year to another (estimated amount of $100,000). The staffrecommends that the funds be carried over and also to set aside $100,000 a year for demonstration grants. The MCSC staff also recommended that the MCSC re-examine this funding stream in one year and assess whether the process and outcomes were desirable. MCSC will receive tobacco settlement money that will go to community foundations to fund health programs for youth, adults, and seniors. (not approval item) MCSC recommends Governor and Legislature allow modification PA219 of 1994 to ensure that Commissioners of the MCSC may not serve more than three (3) three-year terms consecutively beginning with those whose terms would expire in 2000 with the exception of past and current serving chairpersons. Approval for the staff to move forward with the concept of the Alliance Plan between MCSC and MNA. January 21, 2000 Board Development Committee recommended that the statue be changed to include the language concerning term limits and �language addressing the minimum number of appointments rather than the maximum. May 10,2000 The MCSC Leadership Council was created. This council will consist of all former MCSC members in good standing and will be charged to advise and counsel to the MCSC members and staff. MDE will transition Learn and Serve funding over to the MCSC. Establish new sustainability plan for Michigan's AmeriCorps and other programs that involve subgranting. Staff will develop plan and then present to the Executive Committee for approval so that the language may be included in the next round of the MCSC applications. The Executive Committee would then present the plan at the September meeting for concurrence. September 13, 2000 Funding requirements for the Michigan's AmeriCorps programs will be modified to allow for a required graduated match over a seven-year period starting after a program's third year of funding. Modification in the VIG program: 1. The MCSC maintain the VIG graduated match requirements for the next funding cycle to test whether it is effective in advancing the goals and priorities ofthe program. 2. The MCSC not modify the VIG program requirements to include non-cash matches as it would run contrary to the goal ofbuilding financial endowments in support of local volunteer resource centers. 3. The MCSC should maintain the goals of establishing significant endowments while making VIG's available to more organizations and maintain the current grant minimum of $25,000 and maximum of $100,000. 4. The MCSC authorize the use of a limited portion ofVIG funds to conduct a third-party analysis ofthe effectiveness and challenges of the VIG program. Motion passed with the amendment that there should be a cap of $40,000 on the cost for the evaluation of the program. Motion to empower the Executive Committee of the MCSC to handle the responses on the issues regarding to the Inspector General's report. December 8, 2000 The MCSC staff recommended that the Commission empower the staff to approve current and future grant increases for exisiting VIG. �"Future Goals ofMCSC" document was approved, which proposed changes in the operations of the MCSC, but not the miSSIOn. Due to CNS grant application due date, approval was given to staff recommendations to empower the Executive Committee with funding approval of the FY2001 Michigan's AmeriCorps Formula application. Full body will review and approve the actions of the Executive Committee at the next meeting of the full body. February 9, 2001 National Service Policy Recommendation (white paper)endorsement of five principals: a. All Americans should be encouraged and empowered to give back through a quality volunteer experience that can made a genuine and meaningful difference in someone's life or the community at large. b. States and local communities should be empowered to help engage heir citizens in meaningful, effective and sustainable volunteer service. c. All Sectors of society including government, education, businesses, nonprofit organizations, faith-based institutions and civic organizations should ban together to address community challenges by envisioning, creating and sustaining community problem solving models that utilize volunteers as their primary resource. d. Adequate, flexible and non-duplicative financial and human resources from the federal government should be leveraged by states for local communities and community-based organizations to develop stable and enduring volunteer service infrastructures (resources, technical support, coordination, etc.) that demonstrates a substantial investment in a community problem solving model. e. Local, state and national leaders should demonstrate their support for volunteerism through personal action for the common good and through the advancement of principlecentered public policy that uses national and community service as a prominent strategy to address issues. May 21,2001 VIG: MCSC recommended lowering the graduated cash match requirement to a 1: 1 rate for all successful applicants. The modification will be made retroactive to the beginning ofFY2001 program cycle. April29, 2002 New logo was approved. �Executive Order 2002-9, establishing the Michigan Citizen Corps. Sept, 12-13, 2002 Adoption of new Mission and Vision Statements America's Promise/Michigan's Promise will move over to the ConnectMichigan Alliance. Make-A Difference Day is online and the CMA staffwill work with the MCSC staff to ensure a smooth transition. Extended CMA Endowment Challenge grant to June 30,2003. December 16, 2002 Approved a standing policy to give the Executive Committee the power to approve Michigan's AmeriCorps applications with the approval of the full Commission at a later date. Approval of criteria to determine acceptance or denial of AmeriCorps Sustainability Policy Appeals. Approval of recommendation to empower staff to approve or deny any Michigan's AmeriCorps program's request to over-enroll 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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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, 49410 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 2003-04 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/223cf1da6747224c4ffa51365f948fd1.pdf 61cc80c31f6d7d52017fdf0651018c1c 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 Phone: (517) 335-4295 Fax: (517)373-4977 www.michigan.gov/mcsc Executive Director Kyle Caldwell December 2003 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. 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, Citizen Corps, Learn and Serve, Mentor Michigan, and Volunteer Investment Grants 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, 11 C/JJU Daniel G. Mulhern Chair Kyle Caldwell Executive Director �MICHIGAN COMMISSIONER COMMUNITY SERVICE 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 funds and supports programs that encourage all Michigan residents to volunteer. 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 of the 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 December 8, 2003 �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 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.) Revised December 8, 2003 2 �Communication and Outreach Committee 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: 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 December 8, 2003 3 �MICHIGAN Standing Committees COMMUHITY SERVICE COMMISSION Executive Committee Dan Mulhern - Chair Rob Collier - Vice Chair Russ Mawby Vivian Pickard Meg Smith Board Development Committee -Chair Nancy Lenz Kari Pardoe Tom Watkins Don Newport Outreach and Communications Committee Members Pat O'Day- Co-Chair Vivian Pickard - Co-Chair Kari Pardoe Ken Benson Al Swain Updated December 8, 2003 �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY 2003-2004 PROGRAM FUNDS AWARDED SERVICE Updated December 2003 COMMISSION Total Number of Programs: 76 Total Dollars: $3,916,418 e Michigan's AmeriCorps I M.lCITT~AN'S Volunteer Investment Grants VOWNTEER TNVE.\TMENT Gli:LVTS michigan~ citizen~corps Michigan Citizen Corps Number of Programs: 13 Number of Programs: 10 Number of Members: 264 Total Dollars Awarded:$ 2,298,822 Total Dollars Awarded:$ 280,100 Learn and Serve School-Based Programs Number of Programs: 34 * Total Dollars Awarded: $ 881,496 Number of Programs: 10 Total Dollars to be Awarded: $356,000 Learn and Serve Community-Based Organizations Number of Programs: 9 * *Includes CHESP Grant administered by Learning to Give/Council of Michigan Foundations and ISD/Higher Ed Grants Total Dollars Awarded: $ 100,000 Updated: December 12, 2003 �MICHIGAN THEMCSC COMMUNITY SERVICE AT A GLANCE COMMISSION Overview The Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) funds and supports programs that encourage all Michigan residents to volunteer. • Currently, the MCSC grants more than $3.6 million in federal funds and $280,100 in state funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities each year. • Currently, the MCSC funds 13 AmeriCorps programs, 43 Learn and Serve programs, 10 Volunteer Investment Grants, and 10 Citizen Corps Councils. • In 2003, these programs engaged more than 57,000 participants and volunteers in community service activities. • The MCSC programs serve 86% of the counties in Michigan. These counties represent 96% of Michigan's population. 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 2003-04 program year, the MCSC is providing nearly $2.3 million in funding to 13 AmeriCorps programs in Michigan. During a typical year:* • Michigan's AmeriCorps members improve the lives of more than 110,000 people • Approximately 700 members serve in local communities through Michigan's AmeriCorps programs. • Each AmeriCorps member funded by the MCSC recruits an average of 26 volunteersthat's more than 18,000 volunteers per year. Learn and Serve - Michigan Service-learning is a way of teaching that connects learning with meaningful service to the community. Service-learning takes places in and outside of the classroom. Learn and ServeMichigan is a grant program that supports service-learning in schools and nonprofit organizations. Through service-learning, young people take what they learn and put it into action in the community. • The numbers used are the average of the 00-01 through 02-03 program year. In the 03-04 year, the numbers will be decreased by approximately 60 percent due to funding cuts at the federal level. Updated: December 12,2003- page 1 �• • • The MCSC currently provides $881,496 to 34 school-based programs and $100,000 to 9 community-based programs. 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 2002-03 program year, Learn and Serve- Michigan programs involve more than 36,000 youth in service-learning activities. Michigan Volunteer Investment Grants Michigan Volunteer Investment Grants (VI G) fund volunteer resource centers throughout our state. VIG enables volunteer resource centers to build endowment funds to support local volunteer activities. • The MCSC currently provides $280,100 to 10 volunteer resource centers. Grants range from $20,000 to $50,000 annually. • VIG funds require a $1 to $1 match. Since its inception in 1998, VIG has leveraged more than $6 million in local communities to support volunteer efforts. Michigan Citizen Corps The Michigan Citizen Corps creates opportunities for individuals to volunteer to help their communities prepare for and respond to man-made and natural disasters. It brings together local leaders, individual volunteers, and the network of first responder organizations such as police departments, fire departments, and emergency medical personnel. • The Michigan Citizen Corps currently funds 10 local Citizen Corps Councils. A total of $356,000 has been granted, with grants range from $10,600 to $40,00. • Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training is provides individuals with the basic skills required to handle their own needs and their communities' needs in the aftermath of a disaster. Two levels of training take place. To date, CERT Train-theTrainer has prepared 70 individuals to provide basic CERT training in local communities. An additional150 individuals have received basic CERT training. For More Information Kyle Caldwell, Executive Director Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, MI 48913 (517) 335-4295 www .michigan. gov/mcsc Updated: December 12, 2003- page 2 �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY MCSC STOCK PARAGRAPHS SERVICE COMMISSION Main Stock Paragraph The Michigan Community Service Commission funds and supports programs that encourage all Michigan residents to volunteer. In 2003-04, we will grant more than $3.6 million in federal funds and $280,100 in state funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities. Expanded Stock Paragraph The Michigan Community Service Commission funds and supports programs that encourage all Michigan residents to volunteer. In 2003-04, we will grant more than $3.6 million in federal funds and $280,100 in state funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities. We are funding 13 AmeriCorps programs, 43 Learn and Serve programs, and 10 Volunteer Investment Grants. In 2003, these programs engaged more than 57,000 people in volunteer activities. Stock Paragraph For Grantees (Insert Grantee Name) is funded by the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) through (alan Insert Funding Program Name) grant. The MCSC funds and supports programs that encourage all Michigan residents to volunteer. Annually, the MCSC grants more than $3.6 million in federal funds and $280,100 in state funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities. Updated May 5, 2003 �Michigan Community Service Commission Expiration Dates Members that expire on 10-02-04 Dr. Kenneth Bensen Alexander Garnepudi Mike Makki Kari Pardoe Pamela Abbey Roth Dr. Jerry Seese Raymond West (term limited) Members that expire on 10-02-05 Rani Bahadur Nancy Lenz (term limited) Dr. Russell Mawby Dr. Donald Newport (term limited) Patricia Ryan O,'Day (term limited) Jessica Pellegrino Vivian Rogers Pickard (term limited) Meg Smith (term limited) Members that expire on 10-02-06 Rob Collier (term limited) Jimmie Comer Pamela Faris Christine Kwak (term limited) Daniel Mulhern Bernard Parker AI Swain (term limited) Michael Thomas Thomas Watkins, Jr. Kathy Young-Welch Updated December 8, 2003 �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 Ac:Jr 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 duties of state departments and agencies and certain state officers and employees. The People of the State of Michigan ena.ct: See. 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. (e) "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) "'ut-of-school youth" means that term as defined in section 101 of title I, 42 U.S.C. 12511. (f) "Title I" means title I of the national and community service act of 1990, Public Law 101-610. See. 2. The Michigan community service commission is established within the Michigan jobs commission, established by Executive Order No. 1993-2. · See. 3. (1) The commission shall consist of 25 members appointed by the governor. (2) The co~ion shall include as voting members, except as otherwise indicated, at least 1 of each of the following: (a) An individnal 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. (e) 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 local labor 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 described in seetion 122(a) of title I, 42 U .s.p. 12572. (123) �'. (j) The employee of the eorporation designated under seetion 195 of title I, C UAC. of the corporation in this state. as a nonvoting member. ?-265lf. as the representative (3) In addition to the members desenDed in subsection (2), the commission may include as voting members any of the following: {a) Local educators. · (b) ExPerts in the delivery of human, educational, environmental, or public safety services to communities and persons. {e) Representatives of Native American tribes. {d) Out-of-school youth or other at-risk youth. (e) Representatives of entities that receive assistance under the domestic volunteer service act of 1973, Public Law 93-118, fr1 Stat. 894. (4) Not more than 6 of the voting co~on members shall be officers or employees of this state. ~e 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. (6) The governor sba1l ensure, to the maximum extent possible, that the commission membership is diverse with respect to race, ethnicity, age, gender, and disability eharaeteristies. Not more than 60% of the voting members of the commission, plus 1 additional member, shall be from the same political party. (6) Except as provided in this subseetion, members of the eommiMion shall serve for staggered 8-year terms expiring on October 1. The members constituting the !rfiehigan 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 lid for tenns expiring October 1, 1995, 113 for terms expiring October 1, 1996, and 113 for terms expiring October 1, 1997. (J) A vacancy in the office of a member of the commission is created in the manner provided in section 8 of chapter 16 of the Revised Statutes of 1846, being section 201.3 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. A vacancy shall be filled by appointment by the governor for the remainder of the tenn. The vacancy shall not affect the power of the remaining commission members to execute the duties of the commission. . . See. 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 (2) The commission shall meet quarterly. However, the commission shall meet more frequently at the eall of the chairperson or if requested by 6 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 aubseetion (6), a voting member of the commission shall not participate in the administration of the grant program desenDed in section 7(r), including any discussion or decision regarding the provision of assistance or approved national service positions, or the continuation, suspension, or tennination 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. (6) 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), ~ voting members excluded from participation by subsection (4) may participate in the administration of the grant program, to the extent pennitted by ~ons 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 heartng 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. The business which the commission may perform shall be conducted at a public meeting of the eommission held in compliance with the open meetings act, Act No. 267 of the Public Acts of 1976, being sections 16.261 to 16.276 of the l4iebigan CompUed Laws. m 2 �(8) A writing prepared, owned, used, in possession of, or retained by the commission i4 the perfonnance of an official function is subject to the freedom of infonnation act, Act No. 442 of the Public Acts of 1976, being sections 15.231 to 15.246 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. See. 6. 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 perfonnance of their official duties as members of the commissioa See. 6. The commission shall have staff necessary for the commission to perfonn its functions. The commission staff shall include an executive director. The executive director shall report direetly 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 d_o 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. · (e) Develop and implement a centralized system for obtaining infonnation and technical support concerning voluntarism and community service recruitment, projects, training methods, materials, and activities throughout this state. The commission shall provide the infonnation and teclmical 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 expand 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.l2625. (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 corpo~tion 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 infonnation 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 clilld 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 assistance under national service 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 program in support of national service programs including the selection, oversight, and evaluation of grant recipients. (s) Develop proj~, training methods, curriculum materials, and other materials and activities related to national service programs that receive assistanee direetly from the corporation or from the state using assistance provided under section 121 of title I, for use by such programs upon request. 8 �. (t) Establish policies and proeedures for the use of federal funds rec:eived under title I or the national service laws. (u) Coordinate its funetions, including reeruitment, publie awareness, and training aetivities; with any division of the ·corporation for national and eommunity services. See. 8. The eommission shaD not direetly eaiTY out any national serviee program that reeeives assistanee under seetion 121 of title I, 42 U.S. C. 12571. See. 9. Subjeet to requirements prescribed by the eorporation, the commission may delegate. nonpolicymaking duties to a state agency or to a publie or private nonprofit organization. See. 10. (1) Exeept as provided in subseetion (3), this state assumes liability with respect to any·claim arising out of or resulting from. any aet or omission by a member of the commission within the scope of serviee of the commission member. (2) A member of the commission shall not have any personal liability for any claim arising out of any aet or omission by the member within the scope of the member's serviee on the commission. · (3) Subseetion (2) does not limit personal liability for eriminal aets or omissions, willful or malicious misconduct, acts or omissions for private gain, or any other aet or omission outside the seope of the serviee of the commission member. (4) This seetion does not do any of the following: (a) A1feet any other immunities and proteetions that may be available to the commission member under any law appHeable to the member's servic:e on tlie commission. (b) A1feet any other right or remedy against the state under any applicable Jaw, or against any person other than a member of the commission. (e) Limit or alter in any way the immunities available for state officials and employees not described in this act. See. 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 serviee programs. See. 12. State departments and agencies shall cooperate with the commission in the performanee of its funetions. The commission may request, and state departments and agencies shall provide, policy and teehnical information required by the commission in the performanee of its funetions. This aet is ordered to take immediate effect. Co-Clerk of the House of Representatives. Secretary of the Senate. Approved _____________________________ Governor. ~~- �IM~tJTOR Mentor Michigan, led by Governor Jennifer Granholm and First Gentleman Dan Mulhern, is 1ff Michigan working to ensure that all youth have ongoing Awakening and nuttuting the amazing ~otential in youth mentoring throughout the state. How MENTOR MICHIGAN relationships with stable, caring adults. Mentor Michigan develops, strengthens, and sustains STAY CONNECTED WITH ACHIEVES ITS MISSION MENTOR MICHIGAN 1. Recruits talented and committed mentors and connects them with effective programs that serve youth 2. Creates and engages a comprehensive statewide network of mentoring programs 3. Develops and enhances mentoring partnerships with businesses, faith-based and nonprofit organizations, education institutions, and government (including activities such as Mentor Michigan Sunday) 4. Advocates for issues and standards that promote and support high-quality mentoring in Michigan 5. Recognizes the accomplishments of mentors and the organizations that support them 6. Identifies and secures resources to support the development and sustainability of mentoring programs 7. Develops champions to promote and support mentoring throughout the state 8. Increases public awareness about mentoring opportunities, needs, and the positive outcomes associated with it 9. Provides training and support for mentoring programs 10. Collects, tracks, and shares information about mentoring activities in Michigan Mentor Michigan Web Site To stay up-to-date on the latest Mentor Michigan activities and information, bookmark the Mentor Michigan web site: www.michigan.gov/mentor and visit it often. The resources available on the web site will continue to grow as Mentor Michigan develops. Currently, it contains basic information about Mentor Michigan and will be updated with the findings from the six Summits. In the future, the web site will have a wide variety of information for organizations running mentoring programs, for kids looking for mentors, and for adults looking to become mentors. It will have links to the latest mentoring research, best practices, and more. Join the Mentor Michigan Listserv! The Mentor Michigan listserv will be active beginning November 15, 2003, so you can communicate with others from around the state who are running mentoring programs. To join the listserv visit the Mentor Michigan web site at www.michigan.gov/mentor --See back page for more information-- �•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• •• •• • • •• • • MENTOR MICHIGAN SURVEY • • ••• •• • The Mentor Michigan Survey is easy and takes about 20 minutes to complete. The survey is designed for organizations currently running mentoring programs. The information you provide will let us know what we can do to help you, provide a baseline for future data collection, and supply information for a statewide mentoring directory. • • • •• • • ••• ••• • • • • ••• •• • • • • Complete the Mentor Michigan survey by visiting • • • • www.mentoring.org/misurvey • •• • • • • • • • •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• • • • • • • • •• •• STAY IN ToucH! Please feel free to contact the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) with questions or suggestions about Mentor Michigan. MICHIGAN MCSC SERVICE 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone: (517) 335-4295 Fax: (517) 373-4977 COMMISSION www. michigan .gov/mcsc COMMUNITY • �M~NTOR Michigan Volunteer Centers When people call (800) VOLUNTEER, they are prompted to enter their zip code. They are then connected to the Volunteer Center serving their community. If a Volunteer Center serves your community, you will want to contact them to make sure you are listed as a place that is seeking volunteer mentors. If a Volunteer Center does not serve your community, callers from your zip code will be referred to the Volunteer Centers of Michigan (VCM). The VCM staff will use the National Mentoring Partnership web site (wvvw.mentoring.org), so make sure you are registered on this site. See below for details. www.mentoring.org This is the National Mentoring Partnership's web site. When people visit this web site, they can enter their zip code to receive a listing of the mentoring programs in their area. Make sure your organization is listed on this web site! Here's how: 1. Visit www.mentoring.org 2. Look on the home page to find the spot that says "Find a local mentoring opportunity" and under this heading is a place to enter a zip code 3. Under the zip code box, click on "Register your organization" 4. Follow the instructions from there Mentor Michigan Directory An electronic directory ofmentoring programs in Michigan will be created in early 2004. The directory will be available on the Mentor Michigan web site (www.michigan.gov/mentor). To be listed in this directory you must complete the Mentor Michigan Survey at www.mentoring.org/misurvey The survey takes about 20 minutes to complete. National Mento ring Month Resources Beginning in early December, the Mentor Michigan web site (www.michigan.gov/mentor) will have resources you can use for National Mentoring Month. The resources include sample PSAs, news releases, letters to elected officials, etc. �- MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE MICHIGAN'S AMERICORPS COMMISSION The $2.3 million investment being made in the 13 Michigan's AmeriCorps' programs results in changed lives-the lives of AmeriCorps members and the lives of those they serve. AmeriCorps is similar to a domestic Peace Corps. Programs 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, and more. • In 2004, the 13 programs are engaging 197 members in a variety of activities focusing on the environment, education, public safety, and human needs.* • In 2003, each Michigan's AmeriCorps member recruited an average of 30 volunteers to help strengthen his or her community. 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. • This figure represents a 60 percent cut from the 2002-03 program year due to funding cuts at the federal level. �2003-2004 Michigan's AmeriCorps KALKASKA CRAWFORD OSCODA • • • • • • MISSAUKEE RJSCOM',10N MASON LAKE OSCEOLA CLARE GLADWIN NEWAYGO MECOSTA ISABELLA MIDLAND • • OCEANA • • • •• ••• • • •• •• • • • • •• • • KENT • Michigan'sAmeriCorps host site(s) are located in this county IOSCO GRATIOT MONTCALM • Michigan'sAmeriCorps member(s) are serving in this county OGEMAW 1 IONIA BARRY CASS CLINTON EATON KALAMAZOO CALHOUN ST. JOSEPH BRANCH INGHAM JACKSON HILLSDALE LENAWEE Updated: December 11, 2003 �MICHIGAN COMMUNilY 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 experience that everyone should have. The impact that it has on children is incredible. While they may not always 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 day 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 years 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 COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION AMERICORPS RAMP PROJECT ACCOMPLISHES WHAT OTHERS COULDN'T When Kevin Mullins lost his leg and his job, he and his family were heartbroken. 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 come 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 financially 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 Make 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. �- MICHIGAN COMMUNITY AMERICORPS MEMBERS BUILD HOPE SERVICE 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 volunteers, I helped build 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 2x10 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 2xl0 out on the table. Donned my safety 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 COMMUNITY MICHIGAN'S AMERICORPS ROSTER SERVICE 2003-2004 COMMISSION $180,000 AMERICORPS OAKLAND Linda Barnes, Program Director Oakland University 156 West Vandenberg Hall Rochester, Michigan 48309 Phone: (248) 370-3216 Fax: (248) 370-4602 Email: barnes@oakland.edu Website: http://phoenix.placement.oakland.edu County(ies) Served: Oakland AmeriCorps Oakland enrolls 34 part-time AmeriCorps members to assist the neighboring community of Pontiac to meet their education goals. Members serve in several 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. CHAR-EM lSD AMERICORPS PROGRAM Art Kirk, Program Director Charleviox-Emmet County lSD 08568 Mercer Boulevard Charleviox, Michigan 49720 Phone: (231) 547-9947 Fax: (231) 547-5621 Email: kirk@charemisd.org $125,175 County(ies) Served: Charlevoix and Emmet The Char-Em lSD AmeriCorps Program enrolls 10 full-time members in integrating on-site violence prevention programs in area school buildings. The primary goal of the program is to decrease the incidence of aggression, assault, and violence within the school environment. 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. 1 Updated December 8, 2003 �$330,000 CITY YEAR DETROIT Nicole Klein, Service Director One Ford Place, Suite 1A Detroit, Michigan 48202 Phone: (313) 874-6825 Fax: (313) 874-6865 Email: nklein@cityyear.org Website: http://www.cityyear.org County(ies) Served: Oakland and Wayne City Year Detroit enrolls 30 full-time 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 directors of after-school programs and tutors in elementary and middle schools. COPPER COUNTRY 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@hbhkfirst.org $180,000 County(ies) Served: Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw, and Ontonagon The Copper Country AmeriCorps Program operates in Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw, and Ontanagon Counties in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Members partner with communities to meet youth needs. This program engages 15 full-time members that involve youth in education, mentoring, and leadership programs. Members facilitate parent education, coordinate activities for the elderly, enhance childcare programs, and educate the community regarding environmental and wellness issues. The members are also involved in a variety of service projects that promote collaboration and volunteerism. 2 Updated December 8, 2003 �$180,000 DOWNRIVER CARES Randy Ross, Program Director The Guidance Center 15601 Northline Road Southgate, Michigan 48195 Phone: (734) 785-7331 x 7050 Fax: (734) 285-5467 Email: rross@guidance-center.org Website: http://www. guidance-center.org County(ies) Served: Wayne Downriver Reads AmeriCorps members promote literacy and school readiness with children, adults, and families through The Guidance Center. The 12 full-time and 6 part-time members also encourage the community to support these efforts through volunteerism. Service activities vary depending upon placement and may include classroom assistance or enrichment programming with preschoolers; developing and facilitating recreation, service, or discussion group activities for teens; tutoring elementary school children in after school programs; tutoring adults and teens in adult basic education through family literacy programs; juvenile justice programs, and adult employment training programs; supporting and encouraging parents through play groups, support groups and family involvement activities with our Family Resource Center; and engaging community volunteers to be tutors, mentors, and classroom assistants. HABITAT MICIDGAN'S AMERICORPS PROGRAM $143,896 Debi Drick, Program Director Habitat for Humanity - Michigan 1000 South Washington A venue, Suite 102 Lansing, Michigan 48901 Phone: (517) 485-1006 Fax: (517) 485-1509 Email: ddrick@habitatmichigan.org County(ies) Served: Berrien, Calhoun, Kalamazoo, Kent, Monroe, Ottawa, Saginaw, and Wayne The Habitat AmeriCorps Program enrolls 10 full-time and 4 part-time 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. • Family Supporters to create systems, serve as mentors, and implement programs to assist Habitat's partner families in becoming self-sufficient and responsible homeowners. 3 Updated December 8, 2003 �$125,600 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: readcorp@remc8.k12.mi.us County(ies) Served: Ionia The Ionia County Intermediate School District's ReadingCorps emolls 10 full-time AmeriCorps members to serve throughout the county. Members focus their service in the areas of mentoring and service-learning. Each of the county's six school districts partners with the members to develop programs and activities to meet the unique needs of their school and the community. Activities include: adult and peer mentoring, bully-proof education, service-learning, service clubs, and the Search Institutes 40 Assets. 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 $198,334 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 emolls 12 full-time and 7 part-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, and health education. 4 Updated December 8, 2003 �MICHIGAN GROUNDWATER STEWARDSIDP PROGRAM $161,588 Rob Glazier, 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: glazierr@michigan. gov County(ies) Served: Antrim, Arenac, Barry, Bay, Benzie, Cass, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Chippewa, Clinton, Crawford, Delta, Eaton, Emmet, Genesee, Grand Traverse, Ingham, Ionia, Iosco, Kalamazoo, Kalkaska, Kent, Lake, Lapeer, Leelanau, Lenawee, Livingston, Luce, Mackinac, Macomb, Manistee, Mason, Mecosta, Midland, Missaukee, Monroe, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oakland, Oceana, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Ottawa, Roscommon, Saginaw, Sanilac, St. Clair, St. Joseph, Shiawassee, Washtenaw, and Wexford The Michigan Groundwater Stewardship Program (MGSP) provides information and assistance to homeowners, farmers, and tenants about identifying and reducing the risks of groundwater contamination. Fifteen full-time AmeriCorps members are placed throughout the state to assist landowners with the completion of three environmental awareness tools (Farm* A *Syst, Home* A *Syst, and Field* A *Syst). The members also allocate MGSP cost-share funds to implement agricultural stewardship practices, train volunteers to complete the Home* A *Syst tool, and coordinate with local groundwater teams to develop groundwater stewardship activities based on local priorities. MICHIGAN NEIGHBORHOOD AMERICORPS PROGRAM $297,987 Addell Austin Anderson, Program Director Edward Ginsberg Center for Community Service and Learning 1024 Hill Street Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-3310 Phone: (734) 647-9423 Fax: (734) 647-7464 Email: addell@umich.edu County(ies) Served: Wayne The Michigan Neighborhood AmeriCorps Program enrolls 10 full-time and 65 part-time members to strengthen the social development of children and families in Detroit neighborhoods. Members provide: • Direct services, such as violence prevention workshops and community service projects for youth in after-school and summer programs; • Access to health education and health promotion services for children and families. • Access to jobs and new business support programs. 5 Updated December 8, 2003 �NEIGHBORHOOD YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Megan Sargent, Program Director Camp Fire USA 1257 East Beltline NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525 Phone: (616) 949-2500 x 33 Fax: (616) 949-7081 Email: megan.sargent@campfireusawmc.org Website: http://www.grcmc.org/campfire $125,602 County(ies) Served: Kent Camp Fire USA's Neighborhood Youth Development Program emolls eight full-time and four part-time AmeriCorps members to expand 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 four 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 may also perform asset mapping of neighborhoods for potential site development and attend neighborhood meetings to expand program partners. SUCCESS BY SIX Meg Fairchild Branch Intermediate School District 370 Morse Street Coldwater, Michigan 49036-1499 Phone: (517) 279-5730 Fax: (517) 279-5766 Email: fairchilm@branch-isd.org Website: http://www .successbysix .info $125,040 County(ies) Served: Branch Branch Intermediate School District's Success by Six Program emolls 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 childcentered, family-focused, and are available to all families in Branch County. Members provide services to children and parents in their homes and in group settings. 6 Updated December 8, 2003 �VOLUNTEER MUSKEGON'S AMERICORPS Kris Collee, 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 $125,600 County(ies) Served: Muskegon Volunteer Muskegon's AmeriCorps members are placed at ten sites in Muskegon County. The 10 full-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: Michigan Teen Outreach Program (M-TOP), City ofMuskegon- Department of Leisure Services, Reeths-Puffer Schools, Christ Temple Apostolic Church, Muskegon County Family Court, Youth Volunteer Corps of Muskegon County, Muskegon's Promise: The Alliance for Youth, Muskegon Public Schools (Bunker & Steele Middle Schools), Muskegon Community College and M-TEC/21st Century Village Learning Centers. 7 Updated December 8, 2003 �MICHIGAN t?riatrrrm 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 that connects learning with meaningful service to the community. A recent 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 grant program that supports schools and community organizations in providing service-learning opportunities during and after school. There are two types of Learn and Serve -Michigan grants: • • School-Based programs have their roots in the classroom. Teachers tie service-learning projects into the regular curriculum. These grants are given to K-12 schools. Community-Based programs are led by local nonprofit organizations. These organizations incorporate learning opportunities into service projects that take place during non-school hours. Nonprofit organizations are the recipients of these grants. Service-learning has been shown to: • • • Increase motivation to learn, Lower drop out rates, and Build critical thinking and problem solving skills. Learn and Serve- Michigan currently provides $881,496 to 34 school-based programs* and $100,000 to 9 community-based programs. Last year, these programs involved more than 36,000 students in service-learning activities throughout Michigan. *Includes CHESP Grant administered by Learning to Give/Council of Michigan Foundations and ISD/Higher Ed Grants. �2003-2004 Learn and Serve- Michigan KALKASKA CRAWFORD OSCODA • MISSAUKEE AClSCCitJMON OGEMAW CLARE MECOSTA ISABELLA MONTCALM • School-Based Program(s) • MIDLAND GRATIOT • • • • •• • • ••• •• • •• • • • KENT CLINTON IONIA • Community-Based Program(s) SHIAWASSEE OAKLAND BARRY + CHESP/ISD Partnerships EATON CALHOUN CASS BERRIEN ST. JOSEPH BRANCH INGHAM JACKSON HILLSDALE LIVINGSTON WASHTENAW WAYNE LENAWEE Updated: December 10,2003 �- MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE STUDENTS MOUNT CAMPAIGN AGAINST SECONDHAND SMOKE COMMISSION Students at ACE High School are concerned ... for themselves, their friends, and their families. Tobacco use is the single leading preventable cause of death in the United States. Although cigarette smoking nationwide among high school students is declining, approximately 80% of tobacco users begin smoking before the age of 18. Ifthis 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't Effects of Second 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 of the ACE High School media campaign in Iron County. billboard, exhibit boards, radio spots, and place mats for local restaurants. Students chose the topic of second hand 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 Zlfliiillll COMMUNITY 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 wife 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 The reception was the culmination of a year of first time at the Veterans Reception. 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 the veterans were by the interest 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 YOUNG VOLUNTEER REACHES OUT TO SENIORS COMMISSION "A knock 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 got a 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 engages 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 SCHOOL-BASED COMMUNilY ROSTER SERVICE ····································---······· ...... - COMMISSION Implementation Grant - $22,885 BEDFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS Sharon Throm Community Education Department 1623 West Stems Road Temperance, Michigan 48182 Phone: (734)850-6034 Fax: (734) 850-6099 Email: throms@bedford.k12.mi.us Bedford Public Schools is working to give students and teachers 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. County(ies) Served: District Only- Monroe County CARSON CITY-CRYSTAL AREA SCHOOLS Kelly Pringle 213 East Main Street Carson City, Michigan 48811 Phone: (989)584-3138 Fax: (989) 584-3043 E-mail:kpringle@carsoncity.kl2.mi.us Implementation Grant- $15,000 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 land observational surveys, beautification, and community clean up and high school students will have ties to Civics, English and life skills. County(ies) Served: District Only- Montcalm County 1 Updated December 12, 2003 �Planning Grant - $6,000 CASMAN ALTERNATIVE ACADEMY Matt Samsel 1710 Merkey Road Manistee, Michigan 49660 Phone: (616) 723-4981 Fax: (616) 723-1555 Email: msomsel@manistee.org Casman Alternative Academy will involve its students in a quality service project during the planning year linking elementary students and older adults in a residential facility. Through involvement in this project, students will demonstrate greater civic responsibility that will positively impact the community. It will also emphasize that all people in the community are resources and will increase connections between generations. The overall goal is to have students demonstrate their civic responsibility through involvement in meaningful service activities. County(ies) Served: District Only- Manistee County CLARKSTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS ACADEMY Planning Grant- $7,072 David Reschke 6389 Clarkston Road Clarkston, Michigan 48646 Phone: (248) 623-5413 Fax: (248) 623-5450 Email: reschkdm@clarkston.k 12 .mi. us During this planning year, Clarkston Community Schools will develop an advisory board to be convened four times during the year; survey teaching staff to determine their knowledge of and interest in service-learning; and design a pilot project at one elementary, two middle and one high school. This year 325 students will be engaged in service-learning. By the end of the third year, more than 1,500 students will have had a service-learning experience. County(ies) Served: District Only- Oakland County 2 Updated December 12, 2003 �CLINTON COUNTY REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AGENCY Brandi Meredith Implementation 1013 South U.S. 27, Suite A St. Johns, Michigan 48879 Phone: (989) 224-6831 Fax: (989) 224-9574 Email: meredith@edzone.net Grant - $24,249 The goals of the Clinton County Regional Educational Service Agency (CCRESA) 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, establishing learning communities within the local schools, resources development of mentor teachers to build capacity in years 2 and 3 of grant implementation. County(ies) Served: Clinton County COUNCIL OF MICIDGAN FOUNDATIONS/LEARNING TO GIVE Kathy Agard CHESP Grant630 Harvey Street Muskegon, Michigan 49442 Phone: (231) 767-3100 Fax: (231) 773-0707 Email: kagard@remc4.k12.mi.us $174,500 20 pilot schools with service-learning experience will be identified from across the state of Michigan. All participating pilot schools will connect curriculum to Michigan standards and benchmarks. The long-range goal of the grant is to increase students' academic performance in the area of social studies; to develop and replicate curriculum lessons, units and materials for perpetuating a civil society through the education of students; and to achieve youth commitment to private citizen action for the common good. The CHESP partnership will develop 120 fieldtested curriculum units in a variety of core content areas including history, government, geography, economics and civics. 3 Updated December 12, 2003 �CRAWFORD A USABLE SCHOOL DISTRICT Implementation Grant- $15,000 Peter Ingvarsson 403 East Michigan Avenue Grayling, Michigan 49738 Phone: (989) 344-3766 Fax: (989) 348-6822 Email: pingvarsson@casdk 12.net This project is designed to include up to 560 students by the end of the three-year period. The activities will revolve around life science using the AuSable River as a resource. Partnering with businesses around water quality issues, elementary, middle and high school students will address critical community issues through service-learning. County(ies) Served: District Only- Crawford County FLINT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS YOUTH PROJECTS Institutionalization - $35,000 Connie Rau Zimmerman Center 2421 Corunna Road Flint, Michigan 48503 Phone: (810) 760-1190 Fax: (810) 237-5499 Email: crau@flintschools.org The Flint Community Schools Youth Projects and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint are working together to continue incorporating service-learning into the curriculum as a means to increase youth civic responsibility and citizenship skills, as well as a mastery of their studies. Goals include expansion of the number of teachers and administrators trained, increased student voice, and efforts to ensure sustainability. County(ies) Served: District Only- Genesee County Implementation Grant - $15,000 HEMLOCK PUBLIC SCHOOLS Jan Whiteherse 1095 North Hemlock Road Hemlock, Michigan 48626 Phone: (989) 642-5282 Fax: (989) 642-8239 Email: whiteherse@hemlock.k12.mi.us The Hemlock District Service-Learning Coordinator, assisted by four building representatives, will administer the service-learning program. As well as initiating new programs, exiting programs will be expanded. Over the next three years the number of teachers and students participating will increase, as will the number of community partners involved. The duration of student involvement will also increase. County(ies) Served: District Only- Saginaw County 4 Updated December 12, 2003 �Implementation Grant- $15,000 HONEY CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Sue Buczek 1819 South Wagner Road Ann Arbor, Michigan 48106-1406 Phone: (734) 994-2636 Fax: (734) 994-2203 Email: shuczek@hc.wash.kl2.mi.us Over the last two years, Honey Creek Community School has worked to develop program sustainability. The proposed plan will help cement the permanence ofthe program in the hopes of creating an educational model that can be shared and institutionalized. Through a combination of service-learning coordinator support, access to regional and national conferences and project mini-grants, support for service-learning activities for students ofHoney Creek and High Point (a school for students with severe disabilities) will be enhanced to create an integrated community of learners. County(ies) Served: District Only- Washtenaw County IONIA COUNTY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Implementation Grant- $24,000 Deborah Wagner 2191 Harwood Road Ionia, Michigan 48846 Phone: (616) 522-1405 Fax: (616) 527-4731 Email: dawagner@ionia-isd.k 12 .mi. us The Ionia County Intermediate School District will continue to work to implement servicelearning throughout the county in each of the six districts using the following goals: 1) Increase teacher knowledge of service-learning, authentic assessment and curriculum through professional development; 2) increase student learning by integrating service-learning into core curriculum strands; 3) institutionalize service-learning methodology into the school program to foster system change. Over three years, 2,000 Ionia County students will be engaged in service-learning. County(ies) Served: Ionia Implementation Grant - $24,500 JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS Rebecca Mehall 105 East Michigan Jackson, Michigan 49201 Phone: (517) 841-2178 Fax: (517)768-5918 Email: rmehall@jps.k12.mi.us Jackson Public Schools will appoint a service-learning coordinator to spearhead a servicelearning committee and advisory board; market the benefits of service-learning to faculty, administration, and the community; organize professional development opportunities for teachers; and coordinate evaluation of all service-learning projects and activities. County(ies) Served: District Only- Jackson County 5 Updated December 12, 2003 �Implementation Grant - $15,000 KALEVA NORMAN DICKSON SCHOOLS Deborah Crandell Brethren High School 4400 North High Bridge Road Brethren, Michigan 49619 Phone: (231) 477-5355 Fax: (231) 477-5242 Email: crandell@manistee.org Kaleva Norman Dickson Schools proposed program revolves around the eleven essential elements and four key goals, which include: 1) Embedding service-learning in every classroom district wide; 2) enabling each student to experience service-earning at each level; 3) developing positive attitudes toward volunteering, and encouraging active participation in communities. County(ies) Served: District Only- Manistee County Implementation Grant - $24,500 L'ANSE CREUSE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Ann Hart 36727 Jefferson Harrison Township, Michigan 48045 Phone: (586) 783-6400 Fax: (586) 783-6309 Email: hartan@lc-ps.org L'Anse Creuse Public Schools has had a Community Service-Learning Program since 1992. During the next three years four major goals will provide the opportunity for all L'Anse Creuse students to learn and grow through service. With this Learn and Serve- Michigan funding all students will have sequential service-learning opportunities, all teachers will have access to service-learning professional development, their school/community partnerships will be evaluated and service-learning students will be evaluated to show the correlation between service-learning and improved knowledge and skills of citizenship. County(ies) Served: District Only- Macomb County LAPEER COUNTY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Annette Gunderson Implementation Michigan State University Extension K-12 Service-Learning Center 1996 West Oregon Street Lapeer, Michigan 48446-1198 Phone: (810) 667-0341 Fax: (810) 667-0355 Email: cbg@klondyke.net Grant - $22,500 A partnership between Lapeer County Intermediate School District and community organizations will maintain their strong service-learning program while expanding efforts to creates a more complete sequence of experiences for K -12 students. County(ies) Served: Lapeer 6 Updated December 12, 2003 �Planning Grant - $8,000 LOWELL AREA SCHOOLS Carla Stone 11700 Vergennees Street Lowell, Michigan 49331 Phone: (616) 897-4125 Fax: (616) 897-4463 Email: cstone@lowell.k12.mi.us Lowell Area Schools is designing a plan that will integrate service-learning and work-based learning at alternating grade levels from kindergarten through twelfth grade, so students will have the opportunity to work with people and projects in the real world each year. County(ies) Served: District Only- Kent County NAH TAH W AHSH PUBLIC SCHOOL ACADEMY Institutionalization- $15,000 Richard Sgarlotti N14911 Hannahville B-1 Road Wilson, Michigan 49896 Phone: (906) 466-2952 x 124 Fax: (906) 466-2556 Email: richs@up.net Service-learning has been part of the Nah Tah Wahsh Public School Academy curriculum since 1986. The goal for the next two years is to ensure sustainability of a quality program for students and community. Expansion will occur in collaborative activities and youth civic engagement. Successes will be disseminated to other schools in the area and especially to Indian Education programs throughout the state and country. County(ies) Served: District Only- Delta County Implementation Grant- $15,000 NORTH STAR ACADEMY Mary St. Clair 335 South Pine Street P.O. Box 577 Ishpeming, Michigan 49849 Phone: (906) 486-8311 x 101 Fax: (906) 486-1114 Email: mary nsa@yahoo.com North Star Academy has a three-tiered approach to service-learning. Students begin by matching their strengths and interests with needs of a local non-profit agency. They gain a deeper understanding of service through their course studies as academic content is related to a problem or issue. A demonstration of that understanding culminates at the end of the high school career when students enter into an 18 week process of working with a team of students to research and investigate a modem problem or issue in the global society. County(ies) Served: District Only- Marquette County 7 Updated December 12, 2003 �Institutionalization Grant- $15,000 PALO COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Judy Huynh 8315 Mill Street P.O. Box 338 Palo, Michigan 48870 Phone:(989)637-4359 Fax: (989) 637-4727 Email: preston48@ionia-mi.net The goal ofPalo Community Schools is to institutionalize service-learning as a teaching methodology. All students in grades K-8 will participate in at least one service-learning project each year. Service-learning projects will help promote civic responsibility. Involvement in service-learning activities will help students understand democracy as a system where the members of society mutually care for each other, their community, and their world, and to feel empowered to act to improve their community and their world. County(ies) Served: District Only- Ionia County Institutionalization Grant - $24,500 REETHS-PUFFER SCHOOLS Leslie Cross 1500 North Getty Muskegon, Michigan 49445 Phone: (231) 722-9280 x3276 Fax: (231)744-7922 Email: lcross@remc4.k12.mi.us Reeths-Puffer will continue to build a strong infrastructure to support service-learning in the district and beyond. The infrastructure includes a full-time coordinator, student advisory board, a teacher specialist in each building, and the Curriculum Coordinating Council, which services as an advisory board. Over the next two years, the goal is to engage every student in at least one service-learning lesson every other school year. County(ies) Served: District Only- Muskegon County ST. CHARLES BORROMEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Implementation Grant - $15,000 Patrice Daoud 79 Harrison Street Coldwater, Michigan 49036 Phone: (517) 279-0404 Fax: (517) 279-0505 Email: patricedaoud@aol.com St. Charles Borromeo Elementary School will integrate service-learning into its school-wide curriculum. By teaching children beginning at preschool that they can be helpful members of their community, will also encourage lifelong practice of altruistic behavior and civic responsibility. The proposal indicates a comprehensive approach to implementing quality service-learning that includes professional development, collaboration with community partners, student input, program evaluation, and continuing support. County(ies) Served: District Only - Branch County 8 Updated December 12, 2003 �Implementation Grant- $15,000 SHELBY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Ann Herrygers 155 Sixth Street Shelby, Michigan 49455 Phone: (231) 861-5541 Fax: (231) 861-6764 Email: herram@shelby.k12.mi.us Shelby Public Schools goal is to build on the pilot year activities. Eighteen additional teachers will be trained, 15-19 service-learning projects will be developed, and more than 360 students will participate in projects K-12. Service-learning teachers will focus on literacy while helping instill a sense of responsibility to become contributing citizens. Through service-learning, students will read better and will also develop a better understanding of civics knowledge and appropriate civics habits. County(ies) Served: District Only- Oceana County Implementation Grant - $24,500 SOUTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS Joyce Silagy 24661 Lahser Road Southfield, Michigan 48034 Phone: (248) 746-8637 Fax: (248) 746-8926 Email: silagyj @southfield.k 12.mi. us Southfield Public Schools will implement a service-learning program in grades K-12 that will improve academic learning, enhance personal growth and invoke civic responsibility in every student. Full implementation of the service-learning program will provide students with sequential high quality experiences so that at least one service-learning opportunity occurs at each educational level. Over three years, 3,205 Southfield students will be engaged in servicelearning. County(ies) Served: District Only- Oakland County SOUTHGATE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Mary Lou Provost 13201 Trenton Road Southgate, Michigan 48195 Phone: (734) 246-4600 Fax: (734) 283-6791 Email: provostm@sgate.k12.milus Implementation Grant- $24,500 The goal of Southgate Community School District is to offer structured service-learning that is fully integrated into the core curriculum. The successful pilot service-learning program, "Teaching Core Democratic Values Through Service-Learning", will be expanded to third, eighth, ninth, eleventh, and twelfth grades. 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 694 students by the end of three years. County(ies) Served: District Only- Wayne County 9 Updated December 12, 2003 �WAYNE-WESTLAND COMMUNITY SCHOOL Lynn Kleiman Malinoff 36745 Marquette Westland, Michigan 48185 Phone: (734) 419-2082 Fax: (734) 595-2100 Email: lmalinof@umich.edu Implementation Grant - $35,000 Wayne-Westland plans to increase implementation at all three levels; in the 4th grade life skills curriculum, in transitions from elementary to middle (6th grade) and middle to high schools (8th grade), and a strong focus on freshman transition. Overall, service-learning will impact students and their civic knowledge while increasing school connectedness and academic achievement. County(ies) Served: District Only- Wayne County WEST IRON COUNTY-ACE HIGH SCHOOL Mary Mower 611 West Jefferson A venue Iron River, Michigan 49935 Phone: (906) 265-2355 Fax: (906) 265-2588 Email: ace@up.net Implementation Grant - $24,500 The goal of the Bi-County Office of Academic Service-Learning's program is to expand servicelearning through the six school districts that comprise the Dickinson-Iron Intermediate School District. Specific outcomes will be strengthening the awareness, understanding, and pride of being an American citizen in the schools, homes, and communities of Iron and Dickinson Counties. County(ies) Served: Dickinson and Iron Implementation Grant- $15,000 WIDTEHALL DISTRICT SCHOOLS Mary Ponstein 541 Slocum Street Whitehall, Michigan 49461 Phone: (231) 893-1020 x 3054 Fax: (231) 893-2923 Email: maryponstein@whitehall.kl2.mi.us Whitehall District Schools plan to continue the expansion and growth of academic servicelearning by meeting the following goals: 1) increase staff development; 2) increase and monitor community partnerships to strengthen support for service-learning; 3) emphasize the historical and civic perspective through project development; 4) strengthen the service-learning advisory board to ensure that program objectives and goals are met; 5) marketing of service-learning throughout the community; and 6) the development of projects that allow students to gain real world knowledge that align with Michigan Standards and benchmarks. More than 90% of Whitehall students will be engaged in service-learning over three years. County(ies) Served: District Only- Muskegon County 10 Updated December 12, 2003 �Planning Grant - $8,000 WILLIAMSTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Kristine Grunwald 3939 Vanneter Road Williamston, Michigan 48895 Phone: (517) 655-2142 Fax: (517) 655-7500 Email: grunwak@wmston.k12.mi.us The purpose of the "Service-Learning Integrated into Classroom Experience" (Project SLICE) is to provide professional development and material resources to enable K-12 and high school educators to develop integrated service-learning units. A service-learning coach will be utilized to conduct professional development to increase teachers' understanding of the Essential Elements of Service-Learning and to support action research. A total of 2, 053 students will be engaged in service-learning over the three-year period. County(ies) Served: District Only- Ingham County Implementation Grant - $24,500 ZEELAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS Mary Beth Timmer 3390 1001h Avenue Zeeland, Michigan 49464 Phone: (616) 748-4503 Fax: (616) 748-4505 Email: mtimmer2@zeeland.k 12.mi. us Zeeland Public Schools has made service-learning a priority over the past four years. During this time the program has grown and has been integrated into the instructional methodology of the school district. The primary focus of service-learning during the 2003-04 school year is to integrate it into the curriculum at all grade levels. County(ies) Served: District Only- Ottawa County 11 Updated December 12, 2003 �Learn and Serve-Michigan ISD/Higher Education Partnership COPPER COUNTRY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT (CCISD) $32,800 Carla Strome, Curriculum Coordinator 809 Hecla, P.O. Box 270 Hancock, Michigan 49930 Phone: (906) 482-4250 Fax: (906) 482-1931 Email: cstrome@ccisd.k12.mi.us The Copper Country Intermediate School District is 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. There will be integration of service-learning into summer institutes in social studies for the summer of 2004 and 2005. 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 EATON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT $46,000 Margie Betz, Education Specialist Eaton Intermediate School District 1790 E. Packard Hwy. Charlotte, Michigan 48813 Phone: (517) 484-2929 ext.1158 Fax: (517) 543-4870 Email: mbetz@eaton.k12.mi.us Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Intermediate School Districts and Olivet College have formed the Mid- Michigan Learn and Serve Consortium to serve as the regional service-learning network for this grant. The scope of this grant will serve teachers, pre-service teachers and administrators. Four levels of teachers will receive professional development: 300 teachers through awareness sessions in Phase I; 30 Civic Service Fellows in Phase II and III through intensive, sustained professional development; 30 additional teachers in Phase III who will be supported and trained in combination by the partnership and the fellows; and 25 pre-service teachers (5 for each college semester) throughout all phases of the project. They propose to impact 2700 students during each phase of the grant and impact 23 school districts. County(ies) Served: Clinton, Eaton, Ingham 12 Updated December 12, 2003 �LAPEER INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Cathy Amboy Curriculum Consultant Lapeer Intermediate School District 1996 W. Oregon Lapeer, Michigan 48446 Phone: (810) 664-1124 Fax: (810)724-7600 Email: camboy@lcisd.k12.mi.us $38,500 This project will be coordinated by the Lapeer Intermediate School District in partnership with the University of Michigan -Flint. The purpose of this Learn and Serve project is to improve student achievement in quality learning environments by providing professional development experiences based on the Michigan Curriculum Framework; the incorporation of the Grade Level Instructional Guidelines; and the integration of service-learning which are embedded in school improvement, curriculum and technology initiatives. This project will train 156 teachers, impact over 4000 students and reach 18 buildings. The project will also provide training opportunities for teachers in Huron, Tuscola, and Sanilac Counties. County(ies) Served: Lapeer, Huron, Tuscola, Sanilac MARQUETTE-ALGER REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL SERVIE AGENCY (MARESA) Robert Koehs, Educational Consultant $46,000 Marquette- Alger Regional Educational Service Agency 321 East Ohio Street Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 226-5116 Fax: (906) 226-5141 Email: bkoehs@maresa.k12.mi.us Marquette- Alger Regional Educational Service Agency (MARESA), in partnership with Northern Michigan University, the Eastern Upper Peninsula Intermediate School District and Lake Superior State University have formed and academic service-learning program called" A Partnership of Service-Teaching, Learning, Experiencing " (APOSTLE). Throughout the project, schools in five Upper Peninsula counties will be targeted for training and support in academic service-learning. The counties will include Marquette, Alger, Luce, Chippewa and Mackinaw. They propose to impact 276 teachers and over 2000 students during the course of the grant. County(ies) Served: Alger, Chippewa, Luce, Mackinaw, Marquette 13 Updated December 12, 2003 �MUSKEGON AREA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT $28,700 Barb Gowell Director, Instructional Services MAISD 630 Harvey Street Muskegon, Michigan 49442 Phone: (231) 767-7217 Fax: (231)773-1028 Email: bgowell@remc4.k12.mi.us The Muskegon Area Intermediate School District and Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Learn and Serve Partnership Program will facilitate and expand quality service-learning throughout the MAISD service area, building upon a number of successful existing initiatives and partnerships. The partnership will provide instructional support to 75 teachers, 1500 students, and 30 school buildings over the course ofthe grant. The partnership will also work with 5- 14 schools identified on the Children's Action Network list. County(ies) Served: Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana 14 Updated December 12, 2003 �MICHIGAN LEARN AND SERVE -MICHIGAN COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS COMMUHITY ROSTER SERVICE COMMISSION BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF NORTHWESTERN MICHIGAN Gary Swaney 1144 Boon Street, Suite A Traverse City, Michigan 49686 Phone: (231) 932-7810 Fax: (231)932-7820 Email: gswaney@bbbsnwmi.org $10,000 Big Brothers Big Sisters ofNorthwestem Michigan (BBBS) will continue to recruit high school students to serve as community-based mentors to help at-risk children achieve their goals. High schools students currently mentor young students through BBBS programs, but this grant will serve as a pilot program to enhance their role and to incorporate the concepts of service-learning throughout the entire agency. Mentors are expected to develop an ethic of service to enhance their planning and decision-making skills. County(ies) Served: Grand Traverse BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF GREATER HOLLAND Linda Kiefer 435 VanRaalte Avenue Holland, Michigan 49423 Phone: (616) 392-4102 Fax: (616) 392-7502 Email: lkiefer@bgch.org $10,000 The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Holland has established the Soldiers of Love program. The 75 youth involved in this program will serve their community through direct communication with veterans of American wars in planning and implementing a community event that will honor the veterans of war. County(ies) Served: Ottawa 1 Updated December 9, 2003 �$10,000 CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY Melissa Sherry 1111 Michigan Avenue, Suite 300 East Lansing, Michigan 48823 Phone: (517) 203-5010 Fax: (517) 203-5001 Email: m. sherry@capitalareauni tedwa y.org The Capital Area United Way acts as the primary partner for the Learn and Serve- Michigan Community-Based grant in the Lansing area. Following two years of service-learning programming with 21st century schools, a new partnership will be developed with the Black Child and Family Institute. Participants will learn various aspects of science with the help of Michigan State University college students including biology, earth science, and chemistry. Participants will be engaged in monthly service activities where they will practice the science principles they have learned. Service objectives include area beautification and awareness projects to promote the importance of environmental stewardship. County(ies) Served: Ingham CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICES/THE ARK Kerry Lyn Williams 1819 Gull Road Kalamazoo, Michigan 49001 Phone: (616) 381-9800 Fax: (616) 381-2932 Email: kerryark@yahoo.com $10,000 Catholic Family Services/The ARK works with alternative education and public schools throughout Calhoun County to establish an active youth structure called the ARK Ambassadors. The 20 Ambassadors receive training to assist peers who are facing homelessness or other crises. They will develop a marketing plan that includes peer-focused presentations on the issue of youth homelessness. County(ies) Served: Calhoun GRAND LEDGE AREA ALLIANCE FOR QUALITY EDUCATION $10,000 Linda Wacyk 9523 Riverside Drive Grand Ledge, Michigan 48837 Phone: (517) 626-6318 Fax: (517) 374-4083 Email: wacykl@cablespeed.com The Grand Ledge Alliance for Quality Education engages 80 Grand Ledge High School students in mentoring and homework assistance for elementary students in the after-school program. The high school and elementary students will identify community needs, plan and implement servicelearning projects in the community, and reflect upon service. County(ies) Served: Eaton 2 Updated December 9. 2003 �$10,000 GWINN AREA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Karen Anderson 50 West M-35 Gwinn, Michigan 49841 Phone: (906) 346-3137 Fax: (906) 346-3616 Email: Kanders@chartermi.net Gwinn Area Community Schools is continuing community development efforts at the former K. Sawyer Air Force Base. While the primary efforts in this location have focused on economic development, this project will focus on human needs. Specifically, high school-aged participants will be involved in planning, developing, and establishing community resource centers at three sites that are easily accessible throughout the community. County(ies) Served: Marquette MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY 4H EXTENSION $20,000 Cynthia Mark, Ph.D 4-H Youth Development Children, Youth and Family Programs Michigan State University Extension 160 Agricultural Hall East Lansing, Michigan 48824 Phone: (517) 432-7602 Fax: (517)355-6748 Email: markc@msue.msu.edu Through county, state and national collaborations, Michigan 4-H Youth Development will focus on using technology and the internet to strengthen youth programs, staff capacity and volunteer development in order to increase community-based service-learning opportunities for Michigan youth. This grant is a continuation of a 2003 Learn and Serve - Michigan CBO grant under which MSU Extension engaged nearly 300 youth and adults in community-based servicelearning training, selected seven sites in six counties to complete service-learning projects, distributed written resources to more than 18,000 youth and youth workers. County(ies) Served: Statewide 3 Updated December 9, 2003 �W ASHTENAW COUNTY CHAPTER AMERICAN RED CROSS $10,000 Laura Brown 2729 Packard Road Ann Arbor, Michigan 48108 Phone: (734) 971-5300 x 215 Fax: (734) 971-5303 Email: laura.brown@wc-redcross.org The Washtenaw County Chapter American Red Cross engages 30 youth age 12-18 in servicelearning activities through the county. These projects will enhance personal skills and knowledge in areas such as first aid/CPR, HN/AIDS, community disaster prevention, water safety, and pet first aid. Thirty participants are providing peer education to 200 younger students in after-school programs. The young students are also involved in service-learning activities focused on disaster services, health and safety, international services, blood services, marketing, or general administration. County(ies) Served: Washtenaw WINN AREA ACTIVITY CENTER $10,000 Lois Sandbrook 4423 West Fremont Road Blanchard, Michigan 49310 Phone: (989) 866-2358 Fax: (989) 866-6213 Email: fairviewacres@msn.com The Winn Area Activity Center is expanding its after-school and summer service-learning programs to reach 130 youth. Activities focus on fire safety, community gardening, and intergenerational programming. County(ies) Served: Isabella 4 Updated December 9, 2003 �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION l ;tJJ(JlJGA;V:~ l.VW\.TEJ::R lNVES'ftlfENI MICHIGAN'S VOLUNTEER INVESTMENT GRANTS (,1?.4NTS 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." Volunteer resource 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 2003-04 program year, more than $280,000 of state funding is provided to local volunteer resource centers and other volunteer collaborations through Michigan's Volunteer Investment Grants (VIG). These competitive awards range from $20,000 to $50,000 each year. The funds are used to help communities create local endowments that support volunteer resource centers and related activities. A $1 to $1 match is required. Since its inception in 1998, VIG has leveraged $6 million in local resources. Currently, the MCSC has awarded $280,100 in VIG funds to 10 volunteer resource centers. Updated: December 12, 2003- page 1 �2004 Michigan's Volunteer Investment Grants IRON • DICKINSON KALKASKA CRAWFORD WEXFORD OCEANA MISSAUKEE OSCODA OGEMAW LAKE OSCEOLA ClARE NEWAYGO MECOSTA ISABELlA IOSCO • MONTCALM GRATIOT IONIA CLINTON • KENT • A 2004 VIG funded volunteer resourc center is located in and serves this county • ALLEGAN • A 2004 VIG funded volunteer resource center serves this county BARRY • •• KALAMAZOO CALHOUN ST. JOSEPH BRANCH • CASS EATON HILLSDALE LENAWEE • Updated December 12, 2003 �MICHIGAN JIICHIGAN:5 I VOLl!iVTEER COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION INVE.\TJ1ENT TOUCHING THE FUTURE GRANTS "Life is about choices, setting goals, and making your dreams come true," Michael Welsh tells Dakota, a 4th grader in the Brandywine schools. Dakota is a "Little" and Michael is a "Big." They are part of the Big Brothers Big Sisters program serving Brandywine, Buchanan, and Niles schools in southwest Michigan. The one-on-one time Michael and Dakota spend together is important for both of them. Michael gets to serve as a role model for a youngster without a father-something he wishes someone had done for him when he was growing up. He has fun spending time with Dakota just doing regular things. "It's not about going somewhere, doing something, and spending money," said Welsh. "It's about talking, listening, and encouraging." Dakota has a lot of fun, too. But more importantly, he has a male to talk with about growing up. Someone to pat him on the back when he gets a good report card; someone to help him shape his future. When Michael was a first-year teacher at Buchanan's Moccasin Elementary School, Kathryn Rossow of the Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan recruited him as a volunteer. She knew of the shortage of male mentors at Big Brothers Big Sisters. Michael didn't enter into this commitment lightly. He didn't want to let down a child that may have already had many let downs in his life. But finally, he put the analysis aside and became a Big Brother. And now he encourages other adults to get involved in the lives of youth. "Sometimes we get too caught up in analyzing today's youth and what's wrong with them," he said. "What we need to do is invest our time in them now. It will pay off in the long run." The Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan recently received $60,000 through Michigan's Volunteer Investment Grants. With this support, the Volunteer Center coordinates the Mentoring Round Table serving Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties. The Mentoring Round Table coordinates the efforts of more than ten organizations that have youth mento ring programs. In 2002, the Volunteer Center placed 2,234 volunteers of all kinds in 24 7 organizations in southwest Michigan. �MICHIGAN :l!ICH/GAN:s· I VOLl.WTEER COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMiSSION JNVJ:.'STMBVT GRA!'iTS JACKSON COUNTY: A COMMUNITY OF VOLUNTEERS Jackson County residents all agree that they live in one of the most giving communities around. If there are volunteers advocating for a cause, there are people willing to give. Many of the volunteers and fundraising events wouldn't be possible without the resources the Jackson Nonprofit Support Center receives through a Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) Volunteer Investment Grant (VIG). For four years VIG funds have made it possible for people from every walk oflife to volunteer. The Support Center, together with many nonprofits, corporations, government entities, and educational institutions, has: • • • • • • • • • Celebrated the Seasons of Service including Make A Difference Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, National Volunteer Week, and the Day of Caring Matched volunteers to nonprofit needs on a daily basis Increased awareness about volunteer opportunities through marketing and media efforts Coordinated volunteer fairs Assisted local schools with fulfilling service-learning requirements Partnered with the Jackson County's Promise to Youth Alliance to fulfill the Five Promises for local youth Published a Volunteer Action Guide Youth volunteers Chantel Clifton, Jarod Groulx, and Recognized local volunteers through Andrae Clifton celebrate Make A Difference Day in the Volunteer Superstar Awards Jackson Countv. Hosted an array of workshops and forums that address volunteer issues Over the span of four years, the Support Center has impacted thousands of local volunteers. In doing so, it has created a community that recognizes the importance of service. Today, the 170 nonprofit members of the Support Center are able to operate, serve their clients, and continue to impact the community for years to come. In 2002, the Jackson Nonprofit Support Center received a $75,000 VIG from the Michigan Community Service Commission. �MICHIGAN fifrll C~ITY SERVICE COMMiSSION ;lff(Jf/GAN:S I VOlt,~,IVTEER JNFI::ITJ!ENT GRANTS ONE VOLUNTEER: 30 YEARS OF SERVICE Have you ever wondered about some of the buildings on Main Street? How old are they? What business was originally in them? If buildings could talk, the stories they could tell! Meet Elsie McNiel of Greenville, who has been volunteering at the Flat River Historical Museum for more than 30 years. Elsie has a phenomenal mind full of historical information concerning the early homes, businesses, and organizations in the Greenville area. She keeps track of businesses and organizations that are coming and going, all without any compensation and certainly without any fanfare. She has volunteered over 23,400 hours. That equals 2,925 eight-hour days, or better than 11 years of fulltime work! Elsie became interested in the museum after moving from Detroit Elsie McNiel to Greenville in 1968. The museum was within walking distance from the home she lived in with her husband and two children. She joined the Greenville Historical Society that same year and began volunteering at the Museum when it opened in 1972. "Elsie has been our true north, our compass at the museum," said Linda Collins, museum president. "I wish every community had a volunteer just like her." Elsie maintains a low profile--quiet, attentive, and soft-spoken. If she doesn't have the answer to a question she is asked, she will find it for you. Her dedication and perseverance for the history of Greenville are her gifts to the community. When asked why she enjoys volunteering, she smiled and said, "It's a sense of accomplishment. As a volunteer you are doing something for somebody else besides yourself. And it's better than watching television." Elsie is one of many volunteers at the Flat River Historical Museum, an organization that relies heavily on volunteers to meet its mission. Many of the volunteers find their way to the Museum through Volunteer Connections of Montcalm County. This volunteer resource center annually places approximately 330 volunteers in more than 30 organizations throughout Montcalm County. Their services go beyond recruitment and placement of volunteers. They also help train, manage, and recognize volunteers-all critical elements of successful volunteer programs. Volunteer Connections of Montcalm County recently received a $25,000 Volunteer Investment Grant (VIG) from the Michigan Community Service Commission. There are 12 volunteer resource centers throughout Michigan, similar to Volunteer Connections that receive VIG funding. �MICHIGAN MJ('Ji/GAN:5 VOWVTBJiR COMMUNITY SERVICE lVVEST:lfENT GRANTS MICHIGAN'S VOLUNTEER INVESTMENT GRANTS 2004 PROJECTED ROSTER COMMISSION The Michigan Community Service Commission offers more than $280,000 annually for Michigan Volunteer Investment Grants (VIG). Michigan's VIG are awarded by the MCSC to community-based nonprofit organizations or colleges and universities that have a volunteer resource center serving the community. Michigan's VIG range from $20,000 to $50,000. In 2003, seventeen grants were awarded and those grants leverage more than $663,00 in local match that was endowed. ALBION VOLUNTEER SERVICE ORGANIZATION Alfredia Dysart-Drake 203 South Superior Street Albion, Michigan 49224 Phone: (517) 629-5574 Fax: (517)629-4914 Email: avso@forks.org $20,000 County(ies) Served: Calhoun $20,000 DICSA VOLUNTEER SERVICES Kristin Sommerfeld 800 Crystal Lake Boulevard., Suite 104 Iron Mountain, Michigan 49801 Phone: (906) 774-2256 Fax: (906) 774-2257 Email: Ksommerfeld@chartermi.net County(ies) Served: Dickinson and Iron $40,000 JACKSON NONPROFIT SUPPORT CENTER Kelley Gable 1100 Clinton Road, Suite 215 Jackson, Michigan 49202 Phone: (517) 796-4750 Fax: (517)796-5981 Email: kelley@j acksonnonprofit.org County(ies) Served: Jackson 1 Updated December II. 2003 �UNITED WAY OF CHIPPEWA COUNTY Kristina Beamish P.O. Box 451 Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan 49783 Phone:(906)253-9839 Fax: (906) 632-3190 Email: volunteer@mylocalheroes.com $35,000 County(ies) Served: Chippewa UNITED WAY MONTCALM- VOLUNTEER CONNECTIONS Denise Hubbard 1220 North Lafayette P.O. Box 128 Greenville, Michigan 48838 Phone: (616) 225-1082 Fax: (616) 225-1315 Email: dhubbard@mvolunteerconnections.org $20,000 County(ies) Served: Montcalm VOLUNTARY ACTION CENTER OF MIDLAND COUNTY Cynthia Chilcote 220 West Main, Suite 103 Midland, Michigan 48640-5137 Phone: (989) 631-7660 Fax: (989) 832-5526 Email: volunteer@vac-midland.org $20,000 County(ies) Served: Midland VOLUNTEER CENTER OF BATTLE CREEK Nicole Shugars 34 West Jackson Street, Suite 4A Battle Creek, Michigan 49017 Phone: (269) 966-4189 Fax: (269) 966-4194 Email: nicole@volcenterbc.org $50,000 County(ies) Served: Calhoun 2 Updated December 11, 2003 �VOLUNTEER CENTER OF MID-MICIDGAN $20,000 Melissa Sherry 1111 Michigan Avenue, Suite 300 East Lansing, Michigan 48823 Phone: (517) 203-5010 Fax: (517) 203-5001 Email: m.sherry@capitalareaunitedway.org County(ies) Served: Ingham VOLUNTEER CENTER OF SOUTHWEST MICIDGAN $40,000 Kathryn Rossow 1213 Oak Street Niles, Michigan 49120 Phone:(269)683-5464 Fax: (269) 683-1220 Email: volunteercenter@gtm.net County(ies) Served: Berrien and Cass $25,100 VOLUNTEER MUSKEGON! Martha Bottomley 880 Jefferson Street, Suite A Muskegon, Michigan 49440 Phone: (231) 722-6600 Fax: (231) 722-6611 Email: director@volunteermuskegon.org County(ies) Served: Muskegon 3 Updated December 11, 2003 �- MICHIGAN michigan COMMUNITY SERVICE citizen*corps MICHIGAN CITIZEN CORPS COMMISSION Since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, Americans have acted with courage, compassion, and unity. To capture this spirit and to foster an American culture of service, citizenship, and responsibility, President Bush is calling upon all Americans to dedicate at least two years of their lives-the equivalent of 4,000 hours-in service to others. He launched the USA Freedom Corps initiative to inspire and enable all Americans to find ways to serve. The Michigan Citizen Corps was established in April2002 in response to President Bush's call to action and because experience shows that volunteerism is a viable means for solving community challenges. Citizen Corps are a component of the USA Freedom Corps that creates opportunities for individuals to volunteer to help their communities prepare for and respond to emergencies. It brings together local leaders, individual volunteers, and the network of first responder organizations such as police departments, fire departments, and emergency medical personnel. The goal is to have all citizens participate in making their communities safer, stronger, and better prepared for preventing and handling threats of terrorism, crime, and disasters of all kinds. Programs of the Michigan Citizen Corps include: • • • • • Community Emergency Response Teams Neighborhood Watch Programs Volunteers in Police Service Medical Reserve Corps Citizen Corps Councils The Michigan Citizen Corps Council was established in November 2002. This 12-member council serves as an advisory committee of the MCSC and provides direction on issues related to homeland security and the role volunteers can play in disaster preparedness. The Michigan Citizen Corps Council will: • • • • Submit a state plan for homeland security through volunteerism to the Governor. Support the development and coordination of local Citizen Corps Councils throughout Michigan. Broker federal, state, and local resources for local volunteer Citizen Corps initiatives. Coordinate with the Michigan State Police Emergency Management Division and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to enact the state plan and channel federal resources for training and technical assistance. The Michigan Citizen Corps granted $356,000 in 2003 to help communities coordinate volunteers to prepare for and respond to local emergencies. Upcoming Meetings- 2004 Monday, Monday, Monday, Monday, March 8 June 14 September 20 December 6 The meetings take place from 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm at locations around the state. Updated May 5, 2003 �Michigan Citizen Corps KALKASKA CRAWFORD NISTEE WEXFORD • • Michigan Citizen Corps Council • Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS) • 1-8 MECOSTA ISABELLA •••• Michigan Citizen Corps Districts* *Districts are based on population of 1.3 million per district with the exception of District 7 MIDLAND MONTCALM GRATIOT IONIA CLINTON •• BARRY EATON ·'! . 3 •• OGEMAW CLARE KENT Citizen Corps Council(s)- MCSC funded MISSAUKEE OSCEOLA Medical Reserve Corps OSCODA KALAMAZOO CALHOUN ST. JOSEPH BRANCH 6 • .... INGHAM • JACKSON HILLSDALE 5 Updated: December 12, 2003 �- MICHIGAN michigan COMMUNITY SERVICE citizen*corps MICHIGAN CITIZEN CORPS COUNCIL COMMISSION Michael Bouchard, Chair Melvin Larsen Oakland County Sheriff Larsen and Associates, Inc. Public Policy Consultant Marian Barrera-Young Cliff A. Messing Neighborhood Associations of Michigan President Michigan Firemen's Association President Rochelle Cotey Captain John Ort Public Transportation and Aging of Alger County Director Michigan State Police Emergency Management Division Deputy State Director Thomas Edmonds Grace Ranger Kalamazoo County Sheriff Genesee County Emergency Management Office Director Alexander Ernst Lt. Col. Ewin Sansom Clinton Township Police Department Chief of Police Air National Guard Base Director of Operations Paul Hansen Marcia Varble Lutheran Social Services Director of Special Projects Michigan Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters President Antrim County Red Cross Volunteer Coordinator �Michigan Citizen Corps Council February 18, 2003 Sheriff Michael Bouchard Oakland County Sheriffs Department 1201 North Telegraph Road Pontiac MI 48341-1044 Phone: 248.858.5000 Fax: 248.858.1806 ocsd@co.oakland.mi. us Nicole Gee 248.858.5009 geen@co.oakland.mi.us Kyle Caldwell, Executive Director Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, MI 48913 Phone: 517.335.1013 Fax: 517.241.3869 Caldwellk1 @michigan.gov Janice Harvey 517.373.4998 Harveyj 1@michigan.gov Rochelle Cotey, Executive Director Alger County Public Transportation P.O. Box 69 Munising, Michigan 49862 Vice Chair, Marquette-Alger Youth Foundation Phone: 906.387.4845 Fax: 906.387.2963 altranco@jamadots.com Sheriff Tom Edmonds Michigan Sheriffs Association Kalamazoo County Sheriff Department 1500 Lamont Kalamazoo, Michigan 49048 Phone: 269.385.6173 Fax: 269.385.6162 tnedmo@kalcounty.com Alexander Ernst, Chief of Police Clinton Township Police Department 37985 Grossebeck Highway Clinton Township, Michigan 48036 Phone: 586.493.7800 Fax: 586.493.7874 emsta@clintontownshippolice.org Paul Hansen, Director of Special Projects Lutheran Social Services 8131 East Jefferson Detroit, Michigan 48214 President, Michigan Voluntary Organization Active in Disasters (VOAD) Phone: 313.823.7700 Fax: 313.823.9604 phans@LSSM.org Melvin Larsen, Public Policy Consultant Larsen and Associates, Inc. 29100 Northwestern Highway, Suite 110 Southfield, Michigan 48034 Phone: 248.356.3484 Fax: 248.358.0756 Mellarsen2@aol.com Cliff A. Messing, President Michigan State Firemen's Association 8826 East Huron Line Road Ruth, Michigan 48470 Phone: 989.864.3751 Fax: 989.864.3751 delfire@thumbmc.net Captain John Ort MSP-EMD 400 Collins Road Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone: 517.333.5041 Fax: 517.333.4987 ortj @michigan. gov Grace Ranger, Director Genesee County Emergency Management Office 1101 Beach Street, Room G25 Flint, Michigan 48502 Phone: 810.257.3064 Fax: 810.424.5798 granger@co.genesee.mi.us Lt. Col. Ewin Sansom, Director of Operations Air National Guard Base P.O. Box 695 Alpena, Michigan 49707 Phone: 989.354.6205 Fax: 989.354.6298 Ewin.sansom@micrtc.ang.af.mil Marcia Varble, State Regional Director American Red Cross P.O. Box 129 Bellaire, Michigan 49615 Phone: 231.533.4037 Fax: 231.533.4037 dmvarble@freeway.net Marian Barrera Young NAM President Baxter Neighborhood Association 722 Eastern, SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 Phone: 616.247.9550 Fax: 616.247.9556 Youngbarrera@aol.com �Citizen Corps Councils Registered in Michigan by FEMA (Updated December 5, 2003) Michigan Citizen Corps Manistee County Citizen Corps Council Contact: Kyle Caldwell Title: Executive Director, MCSC Address: 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, MI 48913 Phone: (517) 335-4295 Contact: Gary Zulinski Title: Program Coordinator Phone: (517) 241-3867 Fax: (517) 241-3869 Email citizencorps@michigan.gov URL: www.michigan.gov/mcsc Contact: Lani Kraus Title: Executive Director Address: PO Box 76 534 Second Street Manistee, MI 49660 Phone: (231) 723-5638 Email: volunteers@manistee.com URL: http://www.manistee.com/~volunteers County Councils (9): Genesee County Citizen Corps Contact: Grace Ranger Title: Genesee County Emergency Management Director Address: 1101 Beach Street Room G25 Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (810) 257-3064 Email: granger@co.genesee.mi. us Ingham County Citizen Corps Council Contact: Ronda Oberlin Title: Emergency Management Specialist Address: 815 Marshall Lansing, MI 48912 Phone: (517) 483-4110 Email: roberlin@ci.lansing.mi.us Kalamazoo County Disaster Committee Contact: Robert Dievendorf Title: Director Kalamazoo County Pretrial Services Address: 201 W. Kalamazoo Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Phone: (269) 337-6549 Email: dievendorf@kcms.msu.edu Michigan Area Safety Council Contact: Jerry Bischoff Title: Executive Director Address: 728 S. Marshall Ave Marshall, MI 49068 Phone: (269) 727-0050 Email: jbischoff49068@yahoo.com Montcalm Emergency Management Advisorv Council Contact: Denise Hubbard Title: Executive Director Address: United Way of Montcalm, P.O. Box 128 Greenville, MI 48838 Phone: (616) 225-1082 Email: dhubbard@mcvolunteerconnections.org Citizen Corps Council of Oakland Countv Contact: Michael Loper Title: Emergency Management Specialist Address: 1200 N. Telegraph Rd Pontiac, MI 48341 Phone: (248) 858-5324 Email: loperm@co.oakland.mi.us URL: www.co.oakland.mi.us/ems �Citizens Corp of St. Clair County Contact: Jeffrey Friedland Title: Director, Office of Emergency Management Address: 200 Grand River Port Huron, MI 48060 Phone: (81 0) 989-6325 Email: jfriedland@stclaircounty.org Pontiac: PONTIAC CITIZEN CORPS COUNCIL Contact: Pam Chambers Title: Captain Address: 110 E Pike Street Pontiac, MI 48342 Phone: (248) 758-3400 Email: pchambers@pontiac.mi. us URL: http://www.pontiacpolice.com Marquette: Upper Peninsula Citizen Corps Contact: Paula Susmark Title: Executive Director, Central U.P. Chapter of the American Red Cross Address: 129 W. Baraga Avenue, SuiteD Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 228-3659 Email: Pjarcmqt@aol.com Local Councils (8) Detroit: Detroit Citizen Corps Council Contact: Shelby Slater Title: Director of Homeland Security Address: 250 West Lamed Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 596-5196 Email: slaters@dfdhq.ci.detroit.mi.us Dowagiac: Dowagiac Citizen Corps Council Contact: Tom Atkinson Title: Chief of Police Address: 241 S Front St Dowagiac, MI 49047 Phone: (269) 782-9743 Email: atkinson@dowagiac.org Farmington Hills: Citizen Corps Council of Farmington Hills Contact: Lieutenant Timothy Connor Title: Council Contact Address: 31655 West Eleven Mile Road Farmington Hills, MI 48336 Phone: (248) 871-2705 Email: tconnor@ci.farmington-hills.mi.us Rochester Hills: Citizen Corps Council of Rochester Hills Contact: Dave Fournier Title: Sergeant Address: OCSD 1111 Horizon Ct. Rochester Hills, MI 48309 Phone: (248) 656-4728 Email: Foumierd@co.oakland.mi.us Rose City: Rose City Emergency Management Contact: Michael Payne Title: Coordinator Address: 165 West Heath Rd. Rose City, MI 48654 Phone: (989) 685-2076 Email: mikep@rcema.net Sterling Heights: City of Sterling Heights Municipal Security Council Contact: Robert Johnson Title: Emergency Manager Address: 40333 Dodge Park Road Sterling Heights, MI 48313 Phone: (586) 446-2886 Email: bjohnson@sterling-heights.net URL: http://www.sterling-heights.net West Bloomfield Township Citizen Corps Contact: David Flaisher Title: Township Supervisor Address: 4550 Walnut Lake Rd. West Bloomfield, MI 48325 Phone: (248) 451-4813 Email: Supervisor@twp. west. bloomfield.mi. us URL: www.twp.west-bloomfield.mi.us �STATE OF MICHIGAN OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR JOHN ENGLER GOVERNOR EXECUTIVE ORDER 2002.9 MICHIGAN CITIZEN CORPS MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT WHEREAS, this administration continues to be committed to encouraging all citizens, organizations and institutions in Michigan to help in solving our most critical problems by volunteering their time, effort, energy and service in times of prosperity as well as dire crisis; and WHEREAS, the need for homeland security, community health and public safety have increased and have led to the need to call upon the compassion, inventiveness and the entrepreneurial spirit of all citizens to help solve many of the problems facing their communities; and WHEREAS, it is the standing reputation of this administration to discover and to encourage new community service leaders, to promote individuals, organizations and institutions that serve as outstanding examples of a commitment to serving others, and to convince all Michigan citizens that a successful life includes serving others; and WHEREAS, significant issues facing the nation and state continue to be addressed by the collaborative efforts of committed citizens volunteering their time and talents through volunteer centers, national service programs, schools, community organizations, government agencies, businesses, labor groups, and a host of other community and state efforts; and WHEREAS, Michigan has established a comprehensive, intricate and effective community-based and community-driven infrastructure for state-sponsored national and community service through the Michigan Community Service Commission and its publicand private-sector partnering organizations. NOW, THEREFORE, I, John Engler, Governor of the state of Michigan, pursuant to the powers vested in me by the Constitution ofthe state of Michigan of 1963 and the laws of the state of Michigan, do hereby order the following: ~ fl'tlllfrtttO OM ltlC'IC4lO P.uot~ �I. DEFINITIONS A. "Michigan Citizen Corps" means the Michigan initiative created under the federal USA Freedom Corps program by this order. B. "Michigan Citizen Corps Council" ("council") means the advisory body created within the Michigan Community Service Commission by this order. C. "Michigan Community Service Commission" ("commission") means the entity established by Act No. 219 of the Public Acts of 1994, as amended, being Section 408.221 et seq. of the Michigan Compiled Laws, that was subsequently transferred to the Department of Career Development by Executive Order 1999-1, as amended, being Section 408.40 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. D. "Michigan Department of Career Development" ("department") means the principal department of state government created by Executive Order 1999-1, as amended, being Section 408.40 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. E. "USA Freedom Corps" means the federal interagency initiative created under the terms of Executive Order 13254 of January 29, 2002, {67 CFR4869) and the Citizen Service Act of 2002, a legislative proposal submitted to the United States Congress by President George W. Bush. II. MICHIGAN CITIZEN CORPS COUNCIL A. Consistent with the provisions of Executive Order 13254 and any act of Congress enacted to implement Executive Order 13254, the Michigan Citizens Corps Council is created as an advisory body within the Michigan Community Service Commission. B. The council shall have twelve {12) members representing the general public appointed by the Governor. C. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, members of the council shall hold office for a term of three (3) years. However, of the members initially appointed, four (4) shall hold office for a term of three (3) years, four (4) shall hold office for a term of two (2) years, and four (4) shall hold office for a term of one (1) year. D. A vacancy on the council caused by the expiration of a term or other cause of termination of membership on the council shall be filled in the same ~anner as the original appointment. E. A member appointed to fill a vacancy created other than by expiration of a term shall be appointed for the unexpired term of the member who he or she is to succeed in the same manner as the original appointment. A member may be reappointed for additional terms. 2 �III. CHARGE TO THE COUNCIL The council shall be advisory in nature and shall assist the commission with the following functions: A. The council shall oversee the development and operation of the Michigan Citizen Corps. B. The council shall act as a state-wide advisory council on the Michigan Citizen Corps. C. The council shall develop a comprehensive three-year Michigan Homeland Security Citizen Corp Coordination Plan in consultation with the Michigan Department of State Police and other emergency management entities. The plan shall coordinate the use ofvolunteer resources in furtherance of homeland security. The plan shall describe emergency response plans for volunteer recruitment and placement in times of state or community declared disasters, state agency coordination plans, and current activities at the state and local levels that may help in the development of the Michigan Citizen Corps. This plan shall be updated on an annual basis and shall be submitted to the Governor and the legislature no later than sixty (60) days after the close of each fiscal year. D. The council shall assist the commission with the preparation of grant and other funding applications submitted to the USA Freed.om Corps and other public and private funding sources for the purposes of implementing the Michigan Citizen Corps initiative. E. Subject to appropriations and other applicable law, the council shall assist the commission with the establishment of policies and procedures regarding the;use of grant and other funds. F. The council shall assist the commission with the development and establishment of local Citizen Corps Councils and local Citizen Corps programs. G. The council shall assist the commission~ the development of initiatives to promote community service in coordination with existing programs including, but not limited to, Volunteers in Police Service, Neighborhood Watch, Medical Reserve Corps, the Terrorist Information and Prevention System, and Community Emergency Response Teams. IV. OPERATIONS OF THE COUNCIL A. The Governor shall designate one (1) member of the council to serve as chairperson. This member shall serve as Chair at the pleasure of the Governor. B. The council may promulgate bylaws, not inconsistent with law and with this Order, governing its organization, operation and procedure. 3 �C. Members of the council shall not delegate their responsibilities to other persons. A majority of the serving members constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business at a meeting. The council shall act by a majority vote of its serving members. D. The council shall meet at the call of the chairperson and as may be provided in the bylaws of the council. Meetings ofthe council may be held at any location within the state of Michigan. The council shall meet at least semi-annually. E. The council may, as appropriate, make inquiries, studies, investigations, hold hearings, and receive comments from the public. The council may consult with outside experts in order to perform its duties. F. The council may establish one or more subcommittees consisting of council members to investigate and analyze specific issues, consistent with the charge to the · council contained in Section III of this order. The chair of the council, or a member of the council designated by the chair, shall be a member of each subcommittee established by the council. Subcommittees shall recommend proposed actions, plans, comments, formulas, measures, reports or policies to the council, consistent with the council's charge. The council may adopt, reject or modify recommendations proposed by subcommittees. G. Members of the council shall serve without compensation. Members of the council may receive reimbursement for necessary travel and expenses according to relevant statutes, rules and procedures of the Department of Management and Budget and the Civil Service Commission. H. The Department may hire or retain such contractors, sub-contractors, advisors, consultants and agents, and may make and enter into contracts necessary or incidental to the exercise of the performance of the council's duties, as the Department Director deems appropriate. Such procurements shall be in accordance with·the relevant statutes, rules and procedures of the Department of Management and Budget and the.Civil Service Commission. I. Subject to appropriations and other applicable law, the council may apply for, receive and expend monies from any source, public or private, including but not limited to, gifts, grants, donations of monies and government appropriations. The council may also accept donations of labor, services or other things ofvalue from any public or private agency or person. Individual members of the council shall fully comply with the provisions of the Act No. 196 of the Public Acts of 1973, as amended, being Section 15.341 et seq. of the Michigan Compiled Laws, governing the standards of conduct for public officers and employees of the state of Michigan. J. Members of the council shall refer all legal, legislative and media contacts to the Department. K. The council shall be staffed by personnel within the commission as designated by the Executive Director. 4 �V. MISCELLANEOUS A. All departments, committees, commissioners or officers of the state or of any political subdivision thereof shall give to the council, or to any member or representative thereof, any necessary assistance required by the council, or any member of representative thereof, in the performance of the duties of the council so far as is compatible with its, his or her duties; free access shall also be given to any books, records or documents in its, his or her custody, relating to matters within the scope of inquiry, study or investigation of the council. B. The invalidity of any portion of this Order shall not affect the validity of the remainder thereof. The provisions of this Executive Order shall become effective upon filing. Given under my hand and the Great Seal of the State of Michigan this .:1 9 day of April, in the Year of our Lord, Two Thousand Two. BY THE GOVERNOR: SECRETARY OF STATE filED WITH SECRETARY OF STATE CANDICE S. MILLER ONlf·~~ 5 AT 9, ~()frm �1\~ I C ri i G A N Michigan Community Service Commission COMMUNI1Y SERVICE Revised as of 12/01103 Our mission is to support programs that encourage all Michigan residents to volunteer Ms. Rani Bahadur Michigan Asian Indian Family Services Ms. Kari Pardoe Council of Michigan Foundations Dr. Kenneth Bensen Habitat for Humanity of Michigan Mr. Bernard Parker Wayne County Commissioner Ms. Elizabeth Bunn International Union UA W Ms. Jessica Pellegrino General Public Mr. Robert Collier Council of Michigan Foundations Ms. Vivian Rogers Pickard GM Corporation Mr. Jimmie Comer Lear Corporation Pamela Abbey Roth Graduate Student, Michigan State University Ms. Pamela Faris Office of the Lt. Governor Mr. Alexander Garnepudi Student, Rochester High School Ms. Christine Kwak W. K. Kellogg Foundation Ms. Nancy Lenz Bronson Hospital Mr. Mike Makki Chair, ACCESS Dr. Russell Mawby W.K. Kellogg Foundation Daniel Granholm Mulhern Office ofthe First Gentleman Dr. Donald Newport Alpena Community College Ms. Patricia Ryan O'Day Marquette Monthly Dr. Jerry L. Seese Saginaw Township Community Schools Ms. Meg Smith RSVP of Monroe County Mr. Alphonso Swain Capital Area Center for Independent Living Mr. Michael Thomas Saginaw County Prosecuting Attorney Mr. Thomas Watkins, Jr. Michigan Department of Education Superintendent's Office Ms. Kathy Young-Welch CDL Training School �MICHiGAN Michigan Community Service Commission Revised as of 12/01103 COMMUNITY SERVICE Our mission is to support programs that encourage all Michigan residents to volunteer COMMISSiON Ms. Rani Bahadur 3222 Middlebelt Road West Bloomfield, Michigan 48323 Phone: (248) 682-6295 Fax: (248) 682-6254 E-mail: whitedoverb@aol.com Ms. Pamela Faris 4116 Orme Circle Clio, Michigan 48420 Phone: (586) 994-3444 Fax: (517) 241-3956 E-mail: pmfaris@aol.com Dr. Kenneth Bensen Habitat for Humanity of Michigan 1000 South Washington, #102 Lansing, Michigan 4891 0 Phone: (517) 485-1006 Fax: (517) 485-1509 E-mail: kwb@att.net Mr. Alexander Garnepudi 479 Arlington Drive Rochester, Michigan 48307 Phone: (248) 652-0302 Cell: (248) 930-0888 Fax: N/A E-mail: agarnepudi@hotmail.com Ms. Elizabeth Bunn International Union UAW 8000 E. Jefferson Avenue Detroit, Michigan 48214 Phone: (313) 926-5035 Cell: (313) 506-2203 Fax: (313) 926-5462 E-mail: mebunn@uaw.net Ms. Christine Kwak W.K. Kellogg Foundation One Michigan Avenue East Battle Creek, Michigan 49017-4058 Phone: (269) 969-2050 Fax: (269) 969-2619 E-mail: Christine.kwak@wkkf.org Mr. Robert Collier Council of Michigan Foundations One South Harbor A venue P.O. Box 599 Grand Haven, Michigan 49417 Phone: (616) 842-7080 Fax: (616) 842-3010 E-mail: rcollier@cmif.org Ms. Nancy Lenz 3790 Pinto Road Kalamazoo, Michigan 49004 Phone: (269) 345-4864 (h) Cell: (269) 207-5569 Fax: (269) 345-3603 E-mail: njlenz@chartermi.net Mr. Jimmie Comer Lear Corporation 21557 Telegraph Road Southfield, Michigan 48034 Phone: (248)447-1519 Cell: (313) 220-3536 Fax: (248) 447-1524 E-mail: jcomer01@lear.com Mr. Mike Makki 1441 Dacosta Dearborn, Michigan 48128 Phone: (313) 562-8814 (h) (313) 226-3317 (w) Fax: (313) 226-3326 E-mail: mikemakki@yahoo.com �Dr. Russell Mawby W.K. Kellogg Foundation 8400 North 391h Street Augusta, Michigan 49012 Phone: (269) 731-463 8 Fax: (269) 731-5914 E-mail: russmawby@aol.com Mr. Bernard Parker Wayne County Commissioner 600 Randolph, Suite 416 Detroit, Michigan 48226 Phone: (313) 224-0882 Fax: (313) 963-0018 E-mail: bparker778@aol.com 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: Mulhernd@michigan.gov Ms. Jessica Pellegrino 347 Neff Road Grosse Pointe, Michigan 48230 Cell: (313) 283-4485 E-mail: jpelleg@aol.com Dr. Donald Newport Alpena Community College 666 Johnson Street Alpena, Michigan 49707 Phone: (989) 356-9021 x 7246 Fax: (989) 358-7553 E-mail: newportd@alpena.cc.mi.us Ms. Patricia Ryan O'Day Marquette Monthly 424 East Hewitt Avenue Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 226-6500 (w) (906) 228-8315 (h) Fax: (906) 226-9696 E-mail: patryanoday@chartermi.net or marquettemonthly@chartermi.net Ms. Kari Pardoe 500 East Fulton, Apt. 165 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 Phone: (616) 842-7080 Cell: (269) 420-3295 Fax: (616) 842-1760 E-mail: kpardoe@cmif.org Ms. Vivian Rogers Pickard GM Corporation 300 Renaissance Center P.O. Box 300, 482-C27-D76 Detroit, Michigan 48265-3000 Phone: (313) 665-2989 Fax: (313) 665-0746 E-mail: Vivian.pickard@gm.com Ms. Pam Roth 115 84 Barns ley Lowell, Michigan 49331 Cell: (517) 410-9493 Fax: N/A E-mail: abbeypam@msu.edu 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. Meg Smith RSVP of Monroe County 1623 West Sterns Road Temperance, Michigan 48182 Phone: (734) 850-6040 Fax: (734) 850-6099 E-mail: smithm@bedford.k12.mi.us �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) 730-0737 pager Cell: (989) 274-2637 Fax: (989) 792-0803 E-mail: mthomas@saginawcounty.com Mr. Thomas Watkins, Jr. Michigan Department of Education Superintendent's Office P.O. Box 30008 Lansing, Michigan 48909 Phone: (517) 373-9235 Fax: (517) 335-4565 E-mail: watkinstd@michigan.gov Kathy Young-Welch CDL Training School 13800 Tyler Detroit, Michigan 48227 Phone: (313) 895-0969 Fax: (313) 272-6942 E-mail: kyoung welch@cdltrainingschool.net �-MICHIGAN COMMUHITY SERVICE COMMISSION MCSC Commissioners • Daniel G. Mulhern Chair Appointed to serve as chair of the MCSC on May 20, 2003, Mr. Mulhern was the co-founder of the Mulhern-Hastings Group, a leadership and organizational development firm. Prior to his work in individual and organizational development, Mulhern practiced law, directed the youth services division for Wayne County, and raised funds for U of D Jesuit High School. He has taught leadership at Tufts University, Wayne State and University of Michigan Dearborn. In 1993, he was awarded a W.K. Kellogg National Leadership grant which allowed him to further his study of leadership with nationally renowned scholars. Mulhern was appointed by Governor Granholm in February, 2003, to lead the charge of Mentor Michigan. • Rani Bahadur Community Volunteer Ms. Bahadur is chair of Michigan Asian Indian Family Services. She is a trustee for the American-India Foundation and former member of the State of Michigan Board of Psychology. She has been an MCSC member since 2002. �• Kenneth W. Bensen Habitat for Humanity of Michigan At present Ken Bensen is pastor of Faith United Methodist Church, President and CEO of Habitat for Humanity Michigan, and the International Church Relations Coordinator with the National Council of Churches in Christ and Habitat for Humanity International. Ken serves on the Michigan Community Service Commission, United Methodist Church Lansing District Board of Ministry, National Council of Church in Christ Advisory Council, HFHI Committee for Collaborative Development, HFHI Church Relations Committee. Michigan Project Change State Advisory Committee, MSHDA Affordable Housing Committee, Michigan Nonprofit Association Public Policy Cabinet, National Association of Ecumenical Leaders in America, and Standard Federal Housing Task Force. He has been a member of the MCSC since 2002. • Elizabeth Bunn Secretary- Treasurer of the UA W Elizabeth Bunn was elected Secretary-Treasurer of the UAW at the UAWs 33rd Constitutional Convention held in June 2002, the highest post held by a woman in UAW history. As SecretaryTreasurer, Bunn is the chief financial officer of the UAW and directs various administrative departments including Accounting, Auditing, Building Maintenance, Circulation, Purchasing and Strike Assistance. She has been a MCSC member since 2003. �• Robert Collier Council of Michigan Foundations President and CEO of the Council of Michigan Foundations, Mr. Collier has been an MCSC member since 2000. He serves on numerous boards including the Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Association of United Ways, and Michigan Municipal League. His career in philanthropy includes service as a program officer with the C.S. Mott Foundation, grants director for the Gannett Foundation, executive director of Rotary Charities of Traverse City, and founding director of the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation. • Jimmie E. Comer President, North American Joint Ventures and Diversity for Lear Corporation Jimmie E. Comer was named president of North American Joint Ventures and Diversity for Lear Corporation in September 2003. Mr. Comer joined Lear in 1987 as director of Quality and has held positions as vice president and president of several divisions within Lear. Prior to joining Lear, he was employed by Mazda Motor Corporation and also held various quality-related positions during a career with General Motors Corporation. He has been a MCSC member since November 2003. �• Pam Faris Community Volunteer Pam Faris is the wife of Michigan's Lt. Governor John Cherry. Ms. Faris retired from the Genesee County Circuit Court in July 2003, where she was the Jury Board Coordinator for the past 11 years. In that role, she was instrumental in getting legislation passed to increase juror pay and raise awareness of the importance of jury duty. She strongly believes in the positive role mentoring can play in the lives of children and the community and that is why she is helping Governor Jennifer Granholm and First Gentleman Dan Mulhern expand Mentor Michigan. She has been a MCSC member since November 2003. • Alexander Garnepudi Student at the University of Michigan Alexander Garnepudi is a first-year student at the Univeristy of Michigan and an MCSC member since October, 2001. At Rochester High School he was president of the National Honor Society and the captain of the ski team. He serves as president of the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) in Rochester, and a member of the Michigan Community Foundation Youth Project Committee. He also is a volunteer at the local hospital. �• Christine Kwak W.K. Kellogg Foundation A program director at the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and an MCSC member since 2000, Ms. Kwak is the co-founder/co-chair of the Council on Foundations affinity group, Grantmaker Forum on Community and National Service, and serves on various national committees in the nonprofit sector. • Nancy Lenz Borgess Medical Center A community volunteer and an MCSC member since 1996, Ms. Lenz is also a trustee for Parchment Public Schools, a member of the board for Homeworks, Inc., of Battle Creek, a member of the Junior League of Kalamazoo, and vice president of Second Harvest Food Bank of South Central Michigan. �• Mike Makki Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services (ACCESS) PresidenVChair of the Board of Directors for the Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services (ACCESS) in Dearborn and an MCSC member since 2002, Mr. Makki also serves as the Chief of the Delegated Examining Unit of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Detroit. He has over 12 years of experience as a personnel management specialist for the U.S. Office of Personnel Management and is the owner of Web Works, a dynamic software development and consulting company based in Canto, Michigan. • Dr. Russell G. Mawby</B< font> W.K. Kellogg Foundation Appointed to the commission on September 13, 2000, Dr. Mawby served as chair until May, 2003. Dr. Mawby is chair emeritus and trustee of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Mawby served as a program officer, vice president, CEO and chair of the Foundation during his 36-year tenure. A former professor at Michigan State University, he later served as a member of MSU Board of Trustees, which he chaired in 1995. Mawby was appointed to the Lieutenant Governor's Children's Commission from 1995 to 1996 and the State Officers Compensation Commission from 1996 to 1998. While serving as CEO and chair of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Mawby was instrumental in convening a series of meetings leading to the formation of the MCSC. �• Donald Newport Alpena Community College President of Alpena Community College and an MCSC member since 1997, Mr. Newport also serves on the State Board for Osteopathic Medicine and the State Higher Education Facilities Commission. He is the president of Alpena Rotary, the local Chamber of Commerce, and the United Way of Northeast Michigan. • Patricia Ryan O'Day Marquette Monthly Owner and editor of the Marquette Monthly and an MCSC member since 1999, Ms. Ryan O'Day also serves on the Athena Steering Committee, Family Friendly Community Guide advisory board, MSU Cooperative Extension Service advisory board, NMU Development Fund executive committee/treasurer, and Marquette County RSVP advisory board. In addition, Ms. Ryan O'Day is a member of the board of directors of the Economic Club of Marquette County and The North Wind, the NMU student newspaper. �• Kari Pardoe Council of Michigan Foundations and Graduate Student at Grand Valley State University A Program Associate with the Council of Michigan Foundations and a graduate student at Grand Valley State University, Ms. Pardoe has been a MCSC member since 1999. She also serves on the America's Service Commission Board and is an active alumni with Phi Sigma Sigma Sorority. • Bernard Parker Wayne County Commissioner Bernard Parker has dedicated his life to community and public service. He was a cofounder of Operation Get Down (OGD) in 1971. As a community leader, he has provided direct services and programs for the homeless. He also served as executive-on-loan to the Detroit Public Schools and as Deputy CEO of Community Responsibility. He was elected as Wayne County Commissioner for the eastside District 2 in 1991. Bernard also sits on numerous boards of Directors including New Detroit, NAACP, Detroit Alliance for Fair Banking, St. John Hospital, The Wellness Plan and Southeastern Village. He has been a MCSC member since November 2003. �• Jessica Pellegrino SOL Group and Associates Ms. Pellegrino is a Consultant with SOL Group and Associates. She is a board member for the American Arab Chamber of Commerce, Hispanic Business Alliance, HBA PAC, Centro Mexicano, and Aurelio Rodriguez Scholarship Fund. She has been an MCSC member since 2002. • Vivian Rogers Pickard General Motors Corporation Director of community relations and philanthropic events for General Motors Corporation and an MCSC member since 1999, Ms. Pickard is a member of the Board of Directors of the Detroit Urban League and Gleaners Community Food Banks. She is also active in the Renaissance Chapter of The Links, Inc., is chair of the Corporate Linkage Committee for the national Links organization, and is a member of the National Black MBA Association and the Business Policy Review Council. �• Pamela Abbey Roth Michigan State University Student Pamela Roth is a student at the Broad Graduate School of Management at Michigan State University. In addition to completing her degree, Pamela is the youth coordinator at Central United Methodist Church in Lansing and tutors at a local elementary school. She has also volunteered for the Capitol Area Literacy Coalition and participated in mission work in Romania. She has been a member of the MCSC since 2003. • Jerry L. Seese Saginaw Township Community Schools Superintendent of Saginaw Township Community Schools since 1999 and an MCSC member since 2002, Mr. Seese has held various positions in the field of education for 38 years. He is active in many organizations, including America's Promise, Saginaw County Steering Committee; Vision 2020, Saginaw County; Junior Achievement Board of Directors; Saginaw Rotary Club, Business Education Partnership; United Way Board of Directors; and many other business and educational organizations. �• Meg Smith Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Monroe County Director of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Monroe County and an MCSC member since 1996, Ms. Smith is also active with Bedford Foundation's "Heart of Hope Fund"- a fund raiser held annually through a telethon to assist children with catastrophic illnesses. • Alphonso Swain Capital Area Center for Independent Living Associate Director at the Capital Area Center for Independent Living and an MCSC member since 2001. Mr. Swain is president of the Michigan Disability Rights Coalition and serves on the Michigan Commission on Disability Concerns and the Capital Area Transit Authority Local Advisory Council. • Michael D. Thomas Saginaw County Prosecuting Attorney Michael D. Thomas was elected Saginaw County Prosecuting Attorney in 1990. In 2000, Mr. Thomas was a member of an international training team on Domestic Violence Law at Ehwa Women's University in Seoul, Korea, sponsored by the World Bank. This was a multi-disciplinary team which trained Korean police, prosecutors, judges and social workers who were implementing the new Korean Family Violence Act. He also serves on several boards including Director of the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan and Director of the National District Attorneys Association of U.S.A. He has been a MCSC member since November 2003. �• Thomas Watkins, Jr. Michigan Department of Education Mr. Watkins assumed the role of Michigan's Superintendent of Public Instruction in April 2001 and has been an MCSC member since 2001. He has served as deputy director, chief deputy director, and director of administration in Michigan's Department of Mental Health. He also served as special assistant to the president for public school initiatives at Wayne State University, playing a key role in creating Michigan's first charter school. Mr. Watkins also served as president and CEO of the Economic Council of Palm Beach County, Florida and executive director of the Education Partnership of Palm Beach County. • Kathy Young-Welch General Manager of Detroit Public School's WDTR Radio Station Kathy Young-Welch has been presenting news and public affairs radio and television programming for the past 25 years in metropolitan Detroit. She and her husband are owners and operators of the Commercial Drivers License School in Detroit. She also serves as General Manager of the Detroit Public School's WDTR radio station. Ms. Young-Welch is the former Director of Civic and Government Affairs for MichCon and the Manager of Detroit's Promise. She also serves on several community boards and advisory committees. She has been a MCSC member since November 2003. �Michigan Community Service Commission I I I I MCSC Members Dan Mulhern - Chair Kyle Caldwell Executive Director Janice Harvey Executive Assistant I I Jennifer M. Granholm Governor I I ~ Paula Kaiser Deputy Director Garry Gross Director of Finance I I I Kevin Reeves Grant Coordinator I Kimberlee Andrews Program Officer AmeriCorps Jeanine Yard Program Officer Learn &Serve Vacant Director of Programs Diana Algra Service-Learning Coordinator II Director ofMaryCommunication Grill I 1 Angelia Salas Program Officer Learn &Serve VIG Andrew Younger Program Officer I I I I Vacant Administrative Assistant Vacant Administrative Assistant AmeriCorps Tara Gilman Administrative Assistant Learn &Serve VIG Kathie Vasilion Administrative Assistant Gary Zulinski Coordinator Michigan Citizen Corps - MICHIGAN Updated December 12, 2003 COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING DATES and TIMES FOR 2004 NOON-4:00P.M. (Unless otherwise noted) MONDAY, February 9, 2004 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission MONDAY, May 24, 2004 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Location: Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, Grand Rapids (Governor's Service Awards Dinner- Volunteerism SuperConference 2004) THURSDAY & FRIDAY, September 9 & 10,2004 (Meeting and Retreat) Location: Brook Lodge, Augusta MONDAY, December 13,2004 Host: TBD MCSC -Executive Committee Meetings 1048 Pierpont, Ste. 4 Lansing, Michigan 10:00 a.m.- Noon Friday, January 23, 2004 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, April16, 2004 * Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, August, 20, 2004 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, November 19, 2004 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission *NOTE DATE CHANGE �DRAFT MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING DATES and TIMES FOR 2005 NOON-4:00P.M. (Unless otherwise noted) MONDAY, February 7, 2005 Host: TBD APRIL/MAY, 2005 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission (GrantMakers/Grant Seekers Conference I Governor's Service Awards Dinner) THURSDAY & FRIDAY, September 8 & 9, 2005 (Meeting and Retreat) Host and Location: TBD MONDAY, December 12, 2005 Host: TBD MCSC - Executive Committee Meetings 1048 Pierpont, Ste. 4 Lansing, Michigan 10:00 a.m.- Noon Friday, January 21, 2005 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, AprilS, 2005 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, August 19, 2005 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, November 18, 2005 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission �MICHIGAN 2004 CALENDAR COMMUNITY MCSC SPONSORED SPECIAL EVENTS SERVICE COMMISSION January 1-31 National Mentoring Month 28-30 Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Council Retreat- Crystal Mountain February 5 Service-Learning Youth Council Meeting- Grand Valley State University 5-6 8th Annual Service-Learning Institute- Grand Valley State University 9 MCSC Board Meeting - Lansing March 8 Michigan Citizen Corps Council Meeting - Location TBD April 28-29 Superintendents Meeting re: Service Learning- Brook Lodge May 24 MCSC Board Meeting I Governor's Service Awards- Presentation of the Governor George Romney Lifetime Achievement Award at the Volunteer SuperConference- Grand Rapids 24-25 Volunteer SuperConference - Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, Grand Rapids June 14 Michigan Citizen Corps Council Meeting - Location TBD 14-15 Service-Learning Symposium- Lansing 25-26 Michigan's AmeriCorps Signature Service Project- Benton Harbor September 9-10 MCSC Board Meeting and Retreat- Brook Lodge, Augusta 20 Michigan Citizen Corps Council Meeting - Location TBD November 18 Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Council Meeting- Lansing 19 Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Celebration- Lansing December 6 Michigan Citizen Corps Council Meeting - Location TBD 13 MCSC Board Meeting- Location TBD Updated: December 12, 2003 � 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_2003-2004_Commissioner-Key-Information-Binder Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2003-2004 commissioner key information binder Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2003-2004 commissioner key information binder. 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, 49411 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 2003/2004 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/e0361d51a58fc8051a64237b83ba5781.pdf b1484e64d503c96d0356a300852178fa PDF Text Text Senior Volunteer Program by Michigan County County Alcon a Alger Allegan Alpena Antrim Arenac Bara_ga Barry Bay Benzie Berrien Branch Calhoun Cass Charlevoix Cheboygan Chippewa Clare Clinton Crawford Delta Dickinson Eaton Emmet Genesee Gladwin Gogebic Grand Traverse Gratiot Hillsdale Houghton Huron Ingham Ionia losco Iron Isabella Jackson Kalamazoo Kalkaska Kent Keweenaw Last Updated 212.5/03 RSVP FGP ~ SCP County X X ~ X X X : i X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X i X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Lake Lapeer Leelanau Lenawee Livingston Luce Mackinac Macomb Manistee Marquette Mason Mecosta Menominee Midland Missaukee Monroe Montcalm Montmorency Muskegon Newaygo Oakland Oceana Ogemaw Ontonagon Osceola Oscoda Otsego Ottawa Presque Isle Roscommon Saginaw Sanilac Schoolcraft Shiawassee St. Clair St. Joseph Tuscola Van Buren Washtenaw Wayne Wexford RSVP 1FGP SCP X : X ! ~ X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X i X X : X X ~ X I X : ! X X X X X X X X X X X X X ~ X X X X X X X l ! ~ X X X ~ X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X �Senior Volunteer Programs Statewide Survey Results Statewide there are 19 programs with 1,515 Foster Grandparents. Of the Foster Grandparents polled in 2001, 98 .8% are satisfied with their volunteer positions ·" 97 .7% believe their efforts make a difference in the lives of the children they serve 99.6% believe it is important to give back to their community Statewide there are 567 organizations working with Foster Grandparents 96.3% believe the Grandparents help them fulfill their mission 95.8% are satisfied with their Foster Grandparents 98.3% believe the Foster Grandparents have a positive impact on the children they serve Statewide there are 22 programs with 11 ,557 Retired Senior Volunteers. Of the Retired Senior Volunteers polled in 2001, 97.5% are satisfied with their volunteer positions 92.2% believe their efforts make a difference to the program they serve 97.1% believe it is important to give back to their community Statewide there are 1,572 organizations working with RSVP volunteers 89.8% believe that Retired Senior volunteers are important to their program 93.8% are satisfied with their Retired Senior Volunteers 91.7% believe Retired Senior Volunteers have a positive impact on their program Statewide there are 14 programs with 590 Senior Companions. Of the Senior Companions polled in 2001, 98.3% are satisfied with their volunteer positions 99.4% believe their efforts make a difference in the lives of the clients they serve 99 .6% believe it is important to give back to their community Statewide there are 229 agencies working with Senior Companions 95.0% believe Senior Companions help them fulfill their mission 95.0% are satisfied with their Senior Companions99.3% believe Senior Companions have a positive impact on the adults they serve. Senior Volunteer Programs are a win-win combination serving Michigan. �.. Senior Volunteer Service Programs of Michigan All three Senior Volunteer Programs of Michigan provide a great "two-for-one" value to Michigan, providing benefits to the individuals and organizations served by the volunteers and providing benefits to the older adult volunteers themselves. These three progtams - Foster Grandparent Program, Retired & Senior Volunteer Program, and Senior Companion Program - work in strong collaborative relationships with local schools, nonprofit service organizations, and public agencies to enhance and expand the quality of services provided to Michigan communities. Senior Volunteers fmd benefits to their own mental and physical health in providing assistance and service to others. Foster Grandparents are low-income older persons who spend significant hours every week providing personal attention and special help to children in schools, hospitals, juvenile detention facilities, day care centers, and private homes. The Foster Grandparent Program works in a collaborative relationship with schools, nonprofit organizations, and public agencies to address the needs of abused and neglected children, troubled teens, premature infants, and children with physical disabilities. A large percentage of Grandparents statewide work in elementary schools to help children succeed academically. The Foster Grandparent Program provides a great "two-forone" value to Michigan, serving two vulnerable populations: providing benefits to the lowincome Grandparents and benefits to the children they serve. Senior Companions are low-income older adults who spend significant hours every week providing personal attention and assistance to adults with temporary or permanent disabilities or the thousands of frail or homebound seniors who need help completing everyday tasks so they can remain independent in their own homes. The Senior Companion Program serves two vulnerable populations at once: providing benefits to the low-income Companions themselves and benefits to the adults who receive service from the Companions. Companions assist with grocery shopping, transportation to medical appointments, and provide socialization and companionship for many other older adults with Alzheimer' s disease, mental illness, developmental disabilities or other conditions which can make them isolated from the community. By providing short periods of respite for family caregivers, Senior Companions help these caregivers to continue their home care situation and avoid costly institutionalization of their loved ones. The Retired & Senior Volunteer Program mobilizes men and women over the age 55 or older to serve community needs, stay active, and explore new interests. RSVP works in a collaborative relationship with schools, nonprofit organizations, and public agencies to enhance and expand the services they provide. RSVP is a great "two-for-one" value to Michigan, providing benefits to the individuals and organizations served by RSVP and benefits to the RSVP members themselves. About 50% of Michigan's RSVP volunteers serve the needs of older adults in their homes, communities, or nursing homes. RSVP volunteers also help children learn to read, help test drinking water for contaminants, provide transportation to medical appointments for hundreds of other seniors throughout Michigan, serve as mentors for young people, teach English to immigrants, and lend their skills to a wide variety of social service agencies delivering important community services. Everyone wins when Senior Volunteers deliver service to Michigan communities. February 24, 2003 � 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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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, 49412 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 2003/2004 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/936fa23a2d77e6da303890dfe7312e19.pdf 68f53276e9e1cc8e7e2996160e377910 PDF Text Text MCSC Leadership Council Updated 10/8/04 NOTE: The MCSC Leadership Council consists of all former MCSC Board Members. Ms. Karen Aldridge Eason Ms. Jennifer Antoline 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 Mr. Henry Gaines Mr. Alexander Garnepudi Ms. Kathryn Honaker Mr. Paul Hubbard Ms. Denise Ilitch Lites Ms. Lisa Ilitch Murray Mr. Charles Infante Ms. Eunice Myles Jefferies Ms. Dottie Johnson Mr. James Kahil (Deceased) Ms. Kathleen Keen McCarthy Mr. Terry Langston Mr. George Lombard Mr. Arend Lubbers Ms. Debbie Macon Mr. Mike Makki Sister Mary Martinez Mr. James Muir (Deceased) Mr. Randy Neelis Ms. Vernie Nethercut Ms. Chandra Oden Mr. Joel Orosz Ms. Amber Pritchard Mr. Eugene Proctor Mr. Terry Pruitt Flint Minneapolis, MN Livonia Bloomfield Hills Lansing Whitehall Mt. Pleasant Glenellyn, IL Detroit Medford, Massachusettes Kalamazoo Grand Rapids Canton Mt. Pleasant McLean, VA Flint Rochester Irving, Texas Detroit Detroit Lake Angelus Midland Detroit Grand Haven Plymouth Ovid Traverse City Grand Rapids West Bloomfield Dearborn Detroit Grand Rapids Sparta Alpena Detroit Grand Rapids Kalamazoo Grand Rapids Saginaw 1 �Ms. Judith Reyes-Campeau Ms. Sarah Riley Ms. Pamela Abbey Roth Mr. Robert Schiller Mr. Alton Shipstead Mr. Scott Smith Mr. William Stavropoulos Dr. Michael Tate Mr. Ethan Weinstock Mr. Matthew Wesaw Mr. Ray West (Deceased) Ms. Geneva Jones Williams Livonia Kalamazoo Lowell U.P. Traverse City Romulus Midland Pullman, Washington Williamston Lansing Detroit Detroit 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. 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_2004-10-08_MCSC-Leadership-Council Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2004-10-08 leadership council Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2004-10-08 leadership council. 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, 49413 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 2004-10-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/a9b6295b382df350c04c443cee93ac35.pdf 019caab9162c35b753727e5d38a37b35 PDF Text Text **REVISED** 2005 MEETING DATES NOON - 4:00 P.M. (Unless otherwise noted) FRIDAY, February 11, 2005 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Location: Lansing FRIDAY, May 20, 2005 Location: Port Huron Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (In conjunction with Russ Mawby Signature Service Project) SATURDAY, June 18, 2005 Location: Dearborn Hyatt Time: 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm (Carter Awards / Governor’s Service Awards Dinner) TBD - August (Meeting and Retreat) Host and Location: TBD TBD - November Host and Location: TBD (In conjunction with AmeriCorps Member Celebration) MCSC - Executive Committee Meetings 10:00 a.m. - Noon Friday, January 21, 2005 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, April 8, 2005 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, August 19, 2005 ** Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, November 18, 2005 ** Host: Michigan Community Service Commission **Dates will be adjusted once August and November Board Meeting dates are confirmed. Updated December 10, 2004 � 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_2004-12-10_2005-Meeting-Dates-Revised Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2004-12-10 2005 revised meeting dates Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2004-12-10 2005 revised meeting dates. 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, 49414 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 2004-12-10 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/5ecbfc7f1ea57bb8b51402fd1dc62603.pdf d1051d9029f646cc3a8e08872d0a5290 PDF Text Text Commissioner Roles and Responsi bil i ties MCSC At A Glance Finances Talking Points Mentor Michigan Michigan's AmeriCorps Learn and ServeMichigan Michigan Citizen Corps Governor's Service Awards MCSC Programs in Your Area Commissioner and Staff Rosters Calendars 2004-05 Commission Meetings 2004-05 MCSC Sponsored Events Legislators Other �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 of the 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 July 9, 2004 �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 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 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 July 9, 2004 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 ofvolunteerism" survey. Coordinate an annual "state of national service" survey. Make recommendations to the MCSC based on the results ofthe above surveys. Attend the regularly scheduled committee meetings. (Meetings are held at least two times per year.) Revised July 9, 2004 3 �MICHIGAN Standing Committees COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION Executive Committee Dan Mulhern - Chair Rob Collier - Vice Chair Russ Mawby Vivian Pickard Meg Smith Board Development Committee -Chair NancyLenz Kari Pardoe Tom Watkins Don Newport Outreach and Communications Committee Members Pat O'Day- Co-Chair Vivian Pickard - Co-Chair Jimmie Comer Kari Pardoe Bernard Parker Jessica Pellegrino Al Swain Kathy Young-Welch Updated September 23, 2004 �Michigan Community Service Commission Expiration Dates Members that expire on 10-02-05 Rani Bahadur (term limited) Nancy Lenz Dr. Russell Mawby (term limited) Dr. Donald Newport (term limited) Patricia Ryan O'Day Jessica Pellegrino (term limited) Vivian Rogers Pickard (term limited) Meg Smith Members that expire on 10-02-06 Rob Collier (term limited) Jimmie Comer Pamela Faris (term limited) Christine Kwak Daniel Mulhern Bernard Parker (term limited) AI Swain Michael Thomas Thomas Watkins, Jr. Kathy Young-Welch Members that expire on 10-02-07 Wendy Acho Elizabeth Bunn Brenda Lawrence Kari Pardoe Dr. Jerry Seese Shaun VanHorn Ken Whipple Updated October 8, 2004 (term limited) �MCSC Leadership Council Updated 10/8/04 NOTE: The MCSC Leadership Council consists of all former MCSC Board Members. Ms. Karen Aldridge Eason Ms. Jennifer Antoline 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 Mr. Henry Gaines Mr. Alexander Gamepudi Ms. Kathryn Honaker Mr. Paul Hubbard Ms. Denise Ilitch Lites Ms. Lisa Ilitch Murray Mr. Charles Infante Ms. Eunice Myles Jefferies Mr. James Kahil (Deceased) Ms. Kathleen Keen McCarthy Mr. Terry Langston 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 Ms. Chandra Oden Mr. Joel Orosz Ms. Amber Pritchard Mr. Eugene Proctor Mr. Terry Pruitt Ms. Judith Reyes-Campeau Flint Minneapolis, MN Livonia Bloomfield Hills Lansing Whitehall Mt. Pleasant Glenellyn, IL Detroit Medford, Massachusettes Kalamazoo Grand Rapids Canton Mt. Pleasant McLean, VA Flint Rochester Irving, Texas Detroit Detroit Lake Angelus Midland Detroit Plymouth Ovid Traverse City Grand Rapids West Bloomfield Dearborn Detroit Grand Rapids Sparta Alpena Detroit Grand Rapids Kalamazoo Grand Rapids Saginaw Livonia 1 �Ms. Sarah Riley Ms. Pamela Abbey Roth Mr. Robert Schiller Mr. Alton Shipstead Mr. Scott Smith Mr. William Stavropoulos Dr. Michael Tate Mr. Ethan Weinstock Mr. Matthew Wesaw Mr. Ray West (Deceased) Ms. Geneva Jones Williams Kalamazoo Lowell U.P. Traverse City Romulus Midland Pullman, Washington Williamston Lansing Detroit Detroit 2 �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY 2004-2005 PROGRAM FUNDS AWARDED* SERVICE COMMISSION Total Number of Programs: 75 Total Dollars: $6,961,7 49 Michigan's AmeriCorps Number ofPrograms: 19 Learn and Serve Michigan School-Based Programs Number of Members: 807 Total Dollars Awarded:$ 5,168,783 Number of Programs: 34 # f'11CHIGAN~ citizenl{'corps Michigan Citizen Corps Number of Programs: 23 Total Dollars to be Awarded: $782,400 Total Dollars Awarded:$ 1,010,566# *Volunteer Investment Grants and Learn and Serve- Michigan Community-Based Programs are no longer funded. #Includes CHESP Grant administered by Learning to Give/Council of Michigan Foundations and ISD/Higher Ed Grants. Updated: September 21, 2004 �MICHIGAN COMMUNilY SERVICE THEMCSC ATA GLANCE COMMISSION Overview The Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) builds a culture of service by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities through volunteerism. • The MCSC grants more than $6.9 million in federal funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities each year. • During the 2004-05 program year, the MCSC is funding 19 AmeriCorps programs, 34 Learn and Serve programs, and 23 Citizen Corps Councils. • These MCSC programs serve 79 of Michigan's 83 counties. These counties represent 98% of Michigan's population • In 2003, these programs engaged more than 57,000 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 2004-05 program year, the MCSC is providing more than $5.1 million to fund 19 AmeriCorps programs that will involve more than 800 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 of26 volunteers-that's more than 18,000 volunteers per year. Mentor Michigan Mentor Michigan, led by Governor Jennifer M. Granholm and First Gentleman Daniel G. Mulhern, is working to ensure that all of our youth have on-going relationships with caring adults. Working together with mentoring programs throughout Michigan it supports, strengthens, and sustains mentoring. 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 $546,066 to 27 K-12 school-based programs, $290,000 to five ISD/Higher Ed partnerships, and $174,500 to the Council of Michigan Foundation's Learning to Give program. • The numbers used are the average of the 00-01 through 02-03 program year. In the 03-04 year, the numbers will be decreased by approximately 60 percent due to funding cuts that took place at the federal level. Updated: September 24, 2004 -page 1 �• • 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 2004-05 program year, Learn and Serve- Michigan programs involved more than 40,000 youth and 1,300 teachers in service-learning activities. Michigan Citizen Corps The Michigan Citizen Corps help communities prepare for and respond to local emergencies. Volunteers are trained to make communities safer, stronger, and better prepared to respond to emergencies and disasters of all kinds, including threats of terrorism, natural disasters, crime, and public health issues. Citizen Corps brings together local leaders, individual volunteers, and the network of first responder such as police departments, fire departments, and emergency medical personnel. • In 2004-05, $782,400 is being granted to 23 local Citizen Corps Councils. • In 2003-04, 195 individuals became trainers for the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program. Those trainers prepared 740 citizen with the basic skills required to handle their own needs and their communities' needs in the aftermath of a disaster. Governor's Service Awards The Governor's Service Awards are an annual recognition dinner, hosted by Governor Jennifer M. Granholm and First Gentleman Daniel G. Mulhern, honoring Michigan's volunteers. Individuals and organizations are celebrated for their commitment to making our communities better places to live, work, and grow. Governor Granholm presents awards in six categories that highlight the diverse nature of Michigan's volunteers and also recognizes those named to the Governor's Volunteer Service Honor Role. For More Information Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, MI 48913 (517) 335-4295 www.michigan.gov/mcsc Updated: September 24, 2004 -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 2004-05, the MCSC is granting more than $6.9 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 2004-05, the MCSC is granting more than $6.9 million in federal funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities. The MCSC is funding 19 AmeriCorps programs, 34 Learn and Serve programs, and 23 Citizen Corps Councils. In 2002-03, these programs engaged more than 57,000 people in volunteer activities. 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 2004-05, the MCSC is granting more than $6.9 million in federal funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities. Updated: September 24, 2004 �Act No. 219 Public Acts of 1994 Approved by ttie Governor June 26, 1994 Rled with the Secretary of State June·27, 1994 STATE OF MICHIGAN 87rn LEGISLATURE REGULAR SESSION OF 1994 Introduced by Reps. Emerson.an4 Jolmson ENROLLED HOUSE BILL No. 5280 AN Aar to establish the Jrfiehigan commanity service eommissioo; to provide for the powers and duties of the J41cbigan community service com11Ussioa; and to provide for the powers and duties of state departments and agencies and certain state officers arid employees. ' The People of the State of Mickigaft. enact: Sec. 1. As used in this act: (a) "Commission" ~ the J4ichigan community service commission established in section 2. _ (b) "Community-based agency" means that term as defined in section 101 o(title I, 42 U.S.C. 1251L (c) "Corporation" means the corporation for national and ~ aervice established in aed.ion 191 of title i, 42 .. u.s.c. 12651. (d) -National service laws" means that term as defined in aeet.ion 101 of title I, 42 UAC. 12611. (e) -oat-of-achool youth" means that term as defined in aedion 101 of title I, 42 UAC. 12511. . (f) "Title r' means title I of the national and community service let of 1990, Public Law 101-610. See. 2. The Michigan community aervice eommission is established within the lfiehigan jobs comsiUssion, established by Executive Order No. 1993-2. · See._ 8. {1) The commission abal1 coasist o( 25 members appointed by the ~emor. (2) The ~on ahaU include as voting members, except as otherwise indkated, at least 1 of each of the following: (a) An individaal 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. (e) A representative of a community-based agency. (d) The superintendent of public instruetion, or his or her designee. (e) A representative of local govermnent. (f) A representative of local labor 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.1251L (i) A representative of a national service program described in section l22(a) of title I, 42 U 12572. .s.p. (123) �.; ?265lf. (J1 'The employee of the cotpOntion designated under section 195 of title I. ~ U.S. C. as the representative corporation in this state, as a nonvoting member. (3) In addition to the members described in 6llbsection (2), the commission may include as voting members any of the following: (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. -~the (d) Out4-school youth or other at-risk youth. (e) Representatives of entities that receive assistance under the domestic volunteer service act of 19'13, Public Law 93-118, 87 Stat. 894. . (.() Not more than 6 of the voting C!Oil!mbsion members shall be officers or employees of this state.. 111e governor may appoint additiooal officers or employees ol state agencies operating COOUll\1Dity senice, youth service, education, · social service, senior service, and job training programs. as nonvotmg, ex officio members of the cunmission. (6) 'lbe governor shall ensure, to the muimum extent possaole, that the ecmmission membership is diverse with respect to nee, ethnicity, age, gender, and disability cbaracteristics. Not more than 60% Of the voting members of the commiWon, plus 1 additional member, abaD be from the same politiea1 party. (6) Except as provided in this IU.bseetioo, members of the commission abal1 aerve for staggered 8-year terms expiring on October 1. 'The members eonstituting the Kiebigan eommunity aeniee commfssioo under ExecutiYe Order No. 1993-24. on the day before the effeetive date of this act shaD sene on the cwmnjssion for the remaiDder of the terms for wbieh they were appointed. .OC the ldditiOilal members, the governor ahaD appoint lfJ for termS expiring Oetober 1, 1995, 113 for terms expiring October 1, 199_6, and 113 for terms expiring October 1, 1997. ro A vacancy in the office of a member of the commiwon is created in the manner provided in sedion S of eba.pter 16 of the Revised Statutes of 1846, being sedion !01.3 of the l4khigan Compied Laws. A vaeancy sba1l be filled by appointment by the governor for the remamder of the term. 'lbe vacancy shall not affeet the power of the remaining ~on members to execute the duties of the commission. Sec. (. (1) The voting members of the commission shall eleet l of the voting niembers to serve as ~of the comnUssion. The voting members of the commission may elect other officers from among the members of the commission. (2) The eonunission shall meet quarterly. However, the eommiwon shall meet more frequently at the call of the chairperson or if requested by 6 or more members. (3) A majority of the members of the commissioo 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 (6), a Yoting member of the commission sball not participate in the administration of the grant program described in seetion 'l(r), including any discussion or decision regarding the provision cl. assistanee or approved natimal service positions,· or the coatinuation, suspension, or termination of assistance or sueh positioos, 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 peiiod before the submission of sueh a~eation was, an officer, director, trustee, fun-time volunteer, or employee. (6) 1ft as a resUlt of the operation of subsection (4), the number of voting members of the eomm;ssion is insufficient to establish a quorum for the purpose of administering the grant program desoibed in section 'l(r), ~voting members excluded from participation by subsection (4) may participate in the administration of the grant program. to the extent permitted by ~ Issued by the corporation under section 193A(bXU) of title 1, 42 U.S.C. 12651d. (6) Subsection (4) does not limit the authority of any voting member of the commisdon to participate in either of the foDowing: · (a) The ~on of. and heanng and forums on the general duties., policies, and operations of. the commission or the general administration of the grant program described in section 'l(r). · · (b) Similar general matter& relating to the commission. ro The business which the commission may perform shall be conducted at a pubUc meeting of commission held in compliance with the open meetings act, Aet No. 26'l of the Public Acts of 1976, being sections 15.261 to 16.2'l6 of the Jrfichigan Compiled Laws. the 2 . �(8) A writing prepared. owned. used, in possession of. or retained by the commission iQ the perfonnance of an official fundion is subject to the freedom of information act, Act No. «2 of the Public Acts of 1976, being sections 15.231 to 15.246 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. See. 6. Members of the commission shall serve without compensation. However, members of the commission mav be reimbursed for their actual and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their official duties as mem~ of the commission. See. 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. See. 7. 'Ihe commission shall ~0 an of the following: (a) Ensure that its funding decisions meet Ill federal and state statutory requirements. (b) Recommend innovative statewide ~ce programs to inerease volunteer participation in all age groups and eommunity-based problem solving by diverse ~cipants. · (e) Develop and implement a centraliud system for obtaining information and technical support concerning voluntarism and community service recruitment, projects, traiJUng methods, materials, and activities throughout this state. The commission shall provide the information and tedmieal suwort 1lpClll request. (d) Promote interagency eonahoration to maximize resources and develop a model of sueh 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 expand quality service programs. (b) Serve as this state's representative to national and state organizations that support the commission's mission. (i) Prepare for this state a nationalS-year service plan that is developed tbrwgb an open and_public piocess 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. 'Ihe plan sball 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 sectionl17B of title I, -42 U.S.C.l2643, and section 130 of title I, 42 U.S.C.12682. · (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) Prejw-e this state's application under section 180 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) Hake recommendations to the eo~on with respect to priorities for programs receiving assistance under the domestic volunteer service act of 1973, Public Law 93-118, 87 Stat. 894. (n) Hake teclmical assistance available to enable applicants for usistance 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 assistan~ under national service laws and about approved national service positions. (r) Use assistance provided under section 121 of title I, -42 U.S.C.l.2571, to administer this state's grant program in support of national service programs including the selection, oversight, and evaluation of grant recipients. (s) Develop proj~ training methods, curriculum materials, and other materials and activities related to national service programs that receive assistance direetly from the corporation or from the state using assistance provided under section 121 of title I, for use by such programs upon request. 8 �. Establish policies and procedures for the use ol federal funds received under title I or the national service laws. (u) Coordinate its functions, including recx uitment, public awareness, and training activities; with any division of the corporation for national and community services. (t) See. 8. The commission shall not directly earry out any national service program that receives assistance under ~on 121 of title I.~ U.S.C.l2571. See. 9. Subject to requirements prescribed by Ute corporatioo, the commission may delegate. nonpolicymaking duties to a state agency or to a public or private nonprofit organization. . See.lO. 0) Except as provided: in subsection (3), this state. assumes liability with respect to any'claim arising out of or resulting from. any a.et or Olllission by a member of ~ eommw.ion within the scope of service of the commission member. (2) A member of the eommiAAioo shall not have any personal liability for any claim arising out of any aet or omission by the member within the scope of the member's aerviee on the conmrission. . (3) Subsection (2) does not limit persooal liability for criminal acts or emissions, willful or malicious misconduct, acts or omissions for private gain, or any other act or omission outside the scope of the service of the connniS!don member. (4) 'Ibis section does not do any of the following: (a) .Affeet any other immunities and_protedioos that may be available to the commission member under any law applicable to the member's service on the commission. (b) .Affeet any other right or remedy against the state under any applicable law, or against any person other than a member of the eommimon. (e) Limit or alter in any way the immunities available for state officials and employees not described in this aet. See. lL '!be commission sba11 comply with all requirements of federal law, including but not limited to requirements of coordination with other state agmcies or with volunteer service programs. See. 12. State departments and agencies sba11 cooperate with the commission in the performance of its functions. 'The commission may request, and state departments and agencies sba11 provide, policy and teclurlcal infonnation required by the eornmission in the ~ormanee of its functions. 'Ibis aet is ordered to take immediate effect. Co-aerk of the House of Representatives. Secretary of the Senate. A~ved ____________________________ Governor. �M[tJTOR Michigan Mentor Michigan, led by Governor Jennifer Granholm and First Gentleman Dan Mulhern, is working to ensure that all youth have ongoing, stable relationships with caring adults. Together with mentoring programs throughout the state, Mentor Michigan supports, strengthens, and sustains mentoring. How MENTOR MICHIGAN STAY CONNECTED WITH ACHIEVES ITS MISSION MENTOR MICHIGAN 1. Identifies and secures resources to support the development and sustainability of mentoring programs 2. Recruits talented and committed mentors and connects them with effective programs that serve youth 3. Develops and enhances mentoring partnerships with businesses, faith-based and nonprofit organizations, education institutions, and government (including activities such as Mentor Michigan Sunday) 4. Increases public awareness about mentoring opportunities, needs, and the positive outcomes associated with it 5. Provides training and support for mentoring programs 6. Collects, tracks, and shares information about mentoring activities in Michigan 7. Creates and engages a comprehensive statewide network of mentoring programs 8. Advocates for issues and standards that promote and support high-quality mentoring in Michigan 9. Recognizes the accomplishments of mentors and the organizations that support them 10. Develops champions to promote and support mentoring throughout the state Mentor Michigan Web Site To stay up-to-date on the latest Mentor Michigan activities and information, bookmark the Mentor Michigan web site: www.mentormichigan.org and visit it often. Register Your Program Mentor Michigan is continually updating its statewide database of mentoring programs. The registered programs will be posted on the Mentor Michigan web site, which will be used by potential mentors, businesses looking to support mentoring, children looking for mentors, and more. Programs registered in the database will also be involved in a statewide mentoring census. The results of this census will provide you with critical facts and data to help you run your mentoring program more efficiently and effectively. To register your mentoring program, visit www.mentormichigan.org and click on the article "Mentor Program Registration" on the home page. Join the Mentor Michigan Listserv The Mentor Michigan listserv was created so you can communicate with others from around the state who are running mentoring programs. To join the listserv visit the Mentor Michigan web site at www.mentormichigan .org MI(HIGAN a·: 111111~r1 COMMUNITY SERVICE MCSC 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone: (517) 335-4295 Fax: (517)373-4977 www.michigan.gov/mcsc of:(heMCSC �M~tJTOR Michigan Volunteer Centers When you call (800) VOLUNTEER, you are prompted to enter your zip code. You are then connected to the Volunteer Center serving their community. If a Volunteer Center does not serve your community, you will be referred to the Volunteer Centers of Michigan (VCM). The VCM staffwill use the National Mentoring Partnership web site (www.mentoring.org) and other mentoring rosters to provide a list ofmentoring programs in your area. www.mentoring.org This is the National Mentoring Partnership's web site. When you visit this web site, you can enter your zip code to receive a listing of the mento ring programs in their area. Make sure mentoring organizations you know are listed on this web site. Here's how: 1. Visit www.mentoring.org 2. Look on the home page to find the spot that says "Find a local mentoring opportunity" and under this heading is a place to enter a zip code 3. Under the zip code box, click on "Register your organization" 4. Follow the instructions from there Mentor Michigan Directory An electronic directory of mentoring programs in Michigan will be available online in 2005 at www.mentormichigan.org. National Mentoring Month Resources National Mentoring Month is held in January to increase public awareness around the need for mentors and positive service mentors provide. Beginning in October 2004, the Mentor Michigan web site (www.mentormichigan.org) will have resources you can use for National Mentoring Month. The resources include sample PSAs, news releases, letters to elected officials, etc. �PROVIDERS COUNCIL LIST 2004-2005 Lisa Bottomley MSU Extension Journey Grand Haven, Michigan Jeannine LaSovage Michigan Reach Out Ann Arbor, Michigan Mary Lou Boughton Kalamazoo Youth Development Initiative Kalamazoo, Michigan Peggy Lawrence Burns Foster Grandparent and Traveling Grannies/Grandpas Program Grand Rapids, Michigan Mary Sue Christian Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan Traverse City, Michigan Peg Cramer Kentwood Public Schools Kentwood, Michigan Kris Marshall Winning Futures Warren, Michigan Fred M. Mester 6th Judicial Circuit Court Pontiac, Michigan Jerry Dash Volunteer in Prevention, Probation and Prisons, Inc. Detroit, Michigan William Milzarski, esq. Michigan Commission on Disability Concerns Lansing, Michigan Denise Demers Stein ART of Leadership Foundation Birmingham, Michigan Rishi Moudgil K-grams, Inc. Ann Arbor, Michigan Edward J. Hagan Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Lansing Lansing, Michigan Cheryl Plettenberg Saginaw County Department of Public Heath Substance Abuse Treatment and Prevention Srvcs Saginaw, Michigan Ginna Holmes Alma Public Schools Explore After School Program Alma, Michigan Carole J. Seman Three Rivers Area Mentoring Three Rivers, Michigan Sylvester Jones, Jr. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint Flint, Michigan Carole L. Touchinski Marquette-Alger Youth Foundation Marquette, Michigan Kelley Kuhn Jackson Nonprofit Support Center Jackson, Michigan Raquel Villarruel Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Detroit Southfield, Michigan �PROVIDERS COUNCIL CONTACT LIST 2004-2005 Ms. Lisa Bottomley 4H Youth Mentoring Agent MSU Extension Journey 333 Clinton Street Grand Haven, Michigan 49417 Phone: (616) 846-8250 Fax: (616) 846-0655 Email: bottom11 @msue.msu.edu Mr. Jerry Dash Executive Director Volunteer in Prevention, Probation and Prisons Michigan Building, 220 Bagley, Suite 1020 Detroit, Michigan 48226 Phone: (313) 964-1110 Fax: (313) 964-1145 Email: jdash@vipmentoring.org Ms. Mary Lou Boughton Team Member Kalamazoo Youth Development Initiative 709 South Westnedge Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 Phone: (269) 343-2524 Fax: (269) 344-7250 Email: mboughton@kalamazoounitedway.org Ms. Denise Demers Stein Executive Director ART of Leadership Foundation 237 North Old Woodward Avenue, Suite Five Birmingham, Michigan 48009 Phone: (248) 723-2288 Fax: (248) 723-2299 Email: Ddstein@pmpcommunity.com Joan Bowman Executive Assistant Office of the First Gentleman 111 South Capitol Avenue Lansing, Michigan 48909 Phone:(517) 335-7422 Fax: (517) 373-0259 Email: bowmanj@michigan.gov Mr. Edward J. Hagan Executive Director Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Lansing 1235-A Center Street Lansing, Michigan 48906 Phone: (517) 372-0160 Fax: (517) 372-3130 Email: edh@bigimpactmidmi.com Ms. Mary Sue Christian Executive Director Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan ~56 East Eighth Street Traverse City, Michigan 49686 Phone: (231) 932-7810 Fax: (231) 932-7820 Email: mchristian@bbbsnwmi.org Ms. Ginna Holmes Project Director Alma Public Schools Explore After School Program 1500 North Pine Aveneu Alma, Michigan 48801 Phone: (989) 463-3111 x.6265 Fax: (989) 466-7612 Email: gholmes@almaschools.net Ms. Peg Cramer Mentor Coordinator Kentwood Public Schools 3303 Breton Road Kentwood, Michigan 49512 Phone: (616) 245-2203 Fax: (616) 245-3577 Email: peg.cramer@kentwoodps.org Mr. Sylvester Jones, Jr. Exeuctive Director Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint 902 East Sixth Street Flint, Michigan 48503 Phone:(810) 235-0617 Fax: (81 0) 235-0689 Email: sly@bigbrothersbigsistersflint.org �Ms. Paula Kaiser 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 Mr. William Milzarski, esq. Rights Representative Michigan Commission on Disability Concerns 320 North Washington Square, Suite 250 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone: (517) 334-8355 Fax: (517) 334-6637 Email: Milzarskiw@michigan.gov Ms. Kelley Kuhn Executive Director Jackson Nonprofit Support Center 1100 Clinton Road, Suite 215 Jackson, Michigan 49202 Phone: (517) 796-4750 Fax: (517) 796-5981 Email: kelley@jacksonnonprofit.org Mr. Rishi Moudgil President and Chairman K-grams, Inc. 1024 Hill Street Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104 Phone: (734) 647-9424 Fax: (734) 647-7464 Email: rishi@kgrams.org Ms. Jeannine LaSovage Executive Director Michigan Reach Out 5575 West Liberty Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103 Phone: (734) 747-9280 Email: lasovage@ameritech.net Dr. Cheryl Plettenberg Director Saginaw County Department of Public Heath Substance Abuse Treatment and Prevention Srvcs 1600 North Michigan, Suite 501 Saginaw, Michigan 48602 Phone: (989) 758-3822 Fax: (989) 758-3746 Email: cplettenberg@saginawcounty.com Reverend Peggy Lawrence Burns Program Director Gerontology Network, Foster Grandparent and Traveling Grannies/Grandpas Program 456 Cherrt Street, SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 Phone:(616) 771-9748 Fax: (616) 771-9767 Email: pburns@michiganseniors.org Ms. Kris Marshall Director Winning Futures 14301 Parkside Drive Warren, Michigan 48088 Phone: (586) 698-4417 Fax: (586) 698-4532 Email: kris@winningfutures.com The Honorable Fred M. Mester Circuit Judge 6th Judicial Circuit Court 1200 North Telegraph Pontiac, Michigan 48302 Phone: (248) 858-0357 Fax: (248) 975-9792 Email: judgemester@yahoo.com Ms. Carole J. Seman Chairperson Three Rivers Area Mentoring 1110 Walnut Three Rivers, Michigan 49093 Phone: (269) 273-3305 Email: craftycarole@verizon.net Dr. Carole L. Touchinski Director of Research Marquette-Alger Youth Foundation 307 South Front Street Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 228-8919 Fax: (906) 228-7712 Email: ctouchinski@mayf.org Ms. Kathie Vasilion Administrative Assistant Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone: (517) 373-4200 Fax: (517) 373-4977 Email: vasilionk@michigan.gov �Ms. Raquel Villarruel President/CEO Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Detroit 23077 Greenfield Road, Suite 430 Southfield, Michigan 48075 Phone: (248) 569-0600 Fax: (248) 569-7322 Email: villarruelr@bbbs-detroit.com �Mentor Michigan Census Objectives 1. Identify, count, describe and track - Mentoring organizations - Mentoring programs - Matches, Mentors and Mentees 2. Understand program components, processes, resources and needs 3. Encourage and support program evaluation Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Defining Mentoring Mentoring is a structured and trusting relationship that brings young people together with caring individuals who offer guidance, support and encouragement aimed at developing the competence and character of the mentee. (National Mentoring Partnership) Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 1 �Defining Mentoring Responsible mentoring can take many forms: ./ Traditional mentoring (one adult to one young person) ./ Group mentoring (one adult to up to four young people) ./ Team mentoring (several adults working with small groups of young people, in which the adult to youth ratio is not greater than 1:4) ./ Peer mentoring ./ E-mentoring (caring youth mentoring other youth) (mentoring via e-mail and the internet) Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. The Mentoring Funnel Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 2 �The Mentoring Funnel Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. The Mentoring Funnel Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 3 �The Mentoring Funnel Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 4 �Method Mentor Ml Registry ~,§<) 156 Organizations a ofOctK1 I Mentor Ml Census Wave I 105 '--- '--- Complete Wave II - Spring 2005 vr~~-,4h<i%tfi,- Y<' ;;::iki. -~,,1 Wave Ill - Fall 2005 Wave IV -:: Spring 2006 Wave V- Fall 2006 Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Method • On-line survey • Data collected between September 9 and September 29, 2004 • Data collected at both organizational and program levels • Mentoring organization representatives involved in design and pre-test • Special focus in Wave I on mentoring organizations Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 5 �Context and Comparison Three key sources of roughly comparable data: Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Overview of Findings Key Funnel Measures Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 6 �How many inquiries? Applications? 5,823: New inquiries in 2004 3,976: New written applications received from potential mentors 2,017: Mentors on waiting lists 2,345: Children on waiting lists Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Mentor Background Checks? I R '" Criminal Background I I • f 9% I I d-'0'' Personal Interviews 186% I I " I Written Application I ' ,, I I Character References 70 8J Yo 75 9% 80 85 90 Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 7 �Mentor Background Checks? Drivers Lie./ Driving Record 0'~ ' 1 64% I Sex Offender Registry 60% I Child Abuse Registry 1 40% ~3% Credit Do None of the Above 3% 20 0 40 60 80 Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Mentor Training Required Percent of Organizations Requiring... None 1-2 Hours 1111% 1125% I 1 J 23% 2-4 Hours I 4-8 Hours I 9+ Hours I J14% 113% I 1114% Other/DK 0 10 20 30 Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 8 �How many children served? How many mentors? 16,574: Young people mentored in 2004 9,108: Active mentors 22,500: Estimated active mentor/mentee relationships in Ml as of fall 2004 Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. More or less mentoring? 45: 14: Organizations reporting an increase in matches in 2004 Organizations reporting a decrease in matches in 2004 2,195: increase in new matches in 2004 - 848: decrease in matches in 2004 1,347: net increase in matches in 2004 Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 9 �Number/Percent of Children Served by Mentoring Type* • One to one mentoring is most common and accounts for more than half of all active matches Peer 12% 1,714 Team 19% 2,778 E-mentoring <1% 72 Group 17% 2,511 One-to-One 52% 7,696 * 1,803 matches not categorized by respondents Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Reported Minimum Weekly Mentoring Intensity No Minimum Time Required 1 Hour per Week 2 Hours per Week 3-5 Hours per Week 6+ Hours per Week I 19% I 121 % I • 23% I I 10% ~4% 0 10 20 30 Don't know/no answer not shown Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 10 �Reported Average Match Duration Avg. Match Duration <5 Months Avg. Match Duration 6-12 Months Avg. Match Duration 12 Months to 5 Years 40 Don't know/no answer not shown Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Mentor Tenure • Only 57% of organizations track tenure of mentors 1st Year (1789) • Referral from existing mentors is most effective recruitment approach: 44% of organizations indicate referrals work best. A distant second is college-based recruitment (11 %) and third, faith-based recruitment (9%). 2nd Year (1229) / 42% 3rd Year {338) 6+ Years (453) 5th Year (169) 4th Year {278) Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 11 �Evaluation Process Outcome Yes- Yes- YesExternal ·YesCombination Combination External No/DK No/DK Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Mentee Profile Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 12 �Mentee Profile Gender 44% Male Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Mentee Profile Gender Age 6-11 35% Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 13 �Mentee Profile Gender Race/Ethnicity / ' /Caucasian 44% Other<1% Arab-Am. <1% Native Am. Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Mentor Profile Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 14 �Mentor Profile Gender 34% Male Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Mentor Profile Gender Age Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 15 �Mentor Profile Gender Age Race/Eth n icity , Caucasian 76% Hispanic 2% Native Am. <1% Arab-Am. <1% Other <1% Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Organizational Profile Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 16 �Mento ring Organizational Profile • Non-profit organizations account for most mentoring organizations Business Other / -----"1 Non-Profits 59% Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Role of Mentoring Within Organizations • About half of the organizations see mentoring as their primary or a major part of their purpose Major Part 11% Primary 40% Small Part 13% One of Several 36% Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 17 �Budgets of Mentoring Organizations • Three of ten programs operate with less than $25K annually 0-$5K $5-25K $25-100K • 17% operate with more than $300K annually $100-300K $300-500K I 19% I I L I I I I I ~ I 111% B21% 121% $500K+ I B 9% 8% D 111% Don't Know 10 5 0 15 20 25 Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Organizational Experience With Mentoring Programs • Nearly half of the organizations have more than 10 years experience • Fewer than one in ten is in its first year of operations 1 year or less 9% 10+ years 46% • 2-3 years 9% \ 5-10 years 20% Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 18 �Board Roles and Degree of Involvement Board Involvement Very Board of Directors Somewhat Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Organizational Needs from Board • Boards are actively involved in fundraising, but programs want more board help with mentor recruitment Fundraising Mentor Recruitment Program Planning Program Evaluation Mentor Training Match Supervision 0 10 20 30 40 50 Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 19 �Michigan's Mentoring Gap Michigan Population: 10,050,446* Potential Mentors Adults 22+: 6,913,793 * U.S. Census Bureau population estimate, 2002 Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. Michigan's Mentoring Gap Michigan Population: 10,050,446* 90% Not '\Candidates Potential Mentees Youth Age 10-17: 1,205,047 * U.S. Census Bureau population estimate, 2002 Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 20 �Michigan's Mentoring Gap Michigan Population: 10,050,446* Potential Mentees Potential Mentors Mentor Michigan Census, Wave I, Fall 2004, Kahle Research Solutions Inc. 21 �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE MICHIGAN'S AMERICORPS COMMISSION The $5.1 million investment being made in the 19 Michigan's AmeriCorps' programs results in changed lives-the lives of AmeriCorps members and the lives of those 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 2004-05 program year, the 19 programs are engaging 807 members in a variety of activities focusing on the environment, education, public safety, and human needs. • On average, each Michigan's AmeriCorps member recruits 26 volunteers to help strengthen his or her community. 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. �2004-2005 Michigan's AmeriCorps • • • • • • ISTEE WEXFORD MISSAUKEE OGEMAW LAKE OSCEOLA CLARE NEWAYGO MECOSTA ISABELLA • • • MONTCALM IOSCO GRATIOT • •• •• •• • • • • • • •• • • • • • KENT '• Michigan'sAr;neriPorps r;nember(s) serve this county • Miqbigan's ArneriCorps host site(s) .<ue locatea in this county IONIA ALLEGAN BARRY CLINTON EATON CALHOUN ST. JOSEPH BRANCH LENAWEE Updated: September 21, 2004 �.MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE MICIDGAN'S AMERICORPS MEMBERS CHANGE LIVES COMMISSION What I Have Learned Through AmeriCorps by Robyn E. Hall, AmeriCorps Oakland AmeriCorps is amazing and an experience that everyone should have. The impact that it has on children is incredible. While they may not always 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 day 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 andfirst yeo.r member wilh AmeriCorps Oakland. She is from Shelby Tuwnship and serves at Mark Twain Elementary &hool in Pontiac. AmeriCorps Oakland enrolls 40 part-time AmeriCorps members to assist the neighboring community of Pontiac meet their education goals. Members sezve 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 years 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 ctassroom 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 vi~its, 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 COMMUNilY 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 volunteers, I helped build 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 2x10 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 safety 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 COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION AMERICORPS RAMP PROJECT ACCOMPLISHES WHAT OTHERS COULDN'T When Kevin Mullins lost his leg and his job, he and his family were heartbroken. 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 come 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 financially 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 Make 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. �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY MICHIGAN'S AMERICORPS SERVICE ROSTER COMMISSION 2004-2005 BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF BENTON IIARBORTHE SMART CHOICE PROJECT Tori Moore, Program Director 1200 East Main Street Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Phone: (269) 926-8766 Fax: (269) 934-8536 Email: bgclubtm@parrett.net $169,506 The Boys and Girls Club of Benton Harbor enrolls 12 full-time AmeriCorps members to help disadvantaged children ages 6-18 in Benton Harbor "realize their full potential as responsible, productive and caring citizens". All members will be places at the Boys and Girls Club of Benton Harbor, and would support programs and services in the areas of 1) Character and Leadership Development, 2) Academic and Career Development, 3) The Arts, and 4) Sports, Fitness and Recreation. The goal of the program is to serve 200 children considered "at-risk" based upon census data, school profiles, and family/community feedback County(ies) Served: Berrien- City of Benton Harbor CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICES- A GREAT START DelRoy Brooks 960 Agard Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Phone: (269) 925-1234 Fax: (269) 925-4275 Email: DelroyBrooks@catholicfamilyservies.org $221,386 County(ies) Served: Berrien The Catholic Family Services- A Great Start program enrolls 16 full-time and 2 minimum-time AmeriCorps members to address challenges that new families are facing and early childhood health issues. The program would involve a collaboration of four organizations that focus on early childhood and family issues in Berrien County. Member will assess new families and provide intensive, individualized services based on their needs; increase community awareness of early childhood problems and concerns through research and marking developments, work with families and children through playgroup and education sessions, and serve as case aides and implement a nationally recognized abstinence education program. 1 Updated September 24, 2004 �CHAR-EM lSD AMERICORPS PROGRAM Art Kirk, Program Director Charleviox-Emmet County lSD 08568 Mercer Boulevard Charleviox, Michigan 49720 Phone: (231) 547-9947 Fax: (231) 547-5621 Email: kirk@chare~isd.org $222,497 County(ies) Served: Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet The Char-Em lSD AmeriCorps Program enrolls 20 full-time equivalent AmeriCorps members who will focus on violence prevention in 11 districts within Charlevoix, Emmet and Antrim Counties. The program will engage 500 students in three or more extensive violence prevention training sessions taught by AmeriCorps members, with 86% of the students demonstrating an improved understanding of the devastating effects of school/community violence, and a strong willingness to work toward refraining from such behavior. $737,000 CITY YEAR DETROIT Nicole Byrd, Service Director One Ford Place, Suite 2A Detroit, Michigan 48202 Phone: (313) 874-6825 Fax: (313) 874-6883 Email: nbyrd@cityyear.org Website: http://www.cityyear.org County(ies) Served: Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne City Year Detroit AmeriCorps enrolls 67 full-time AmeriCorps members to improve academic performance and attitudes toward learning through tutoring and in-class support. Members will deliver services to youth through school partnerships with 8 public and charter schools in Metropolitan Detroit to support the academic success of students K-12. Examples ofmembers activities include: 1) providing one-on-one and small group literacy tutoring, 2) supporting classes of 800 students in K -12 by providing guidance for those falling behind, 3) building relationships with students as informal mentors, 4) designing, recruiting participants, implementing and operating structured after school programs Monday-Thursday afternoons in all eight partner schools, and 5) running City Year's Saturday Young Heroes program for middle school students, and Camp City Year, which will provide 325 children and youth with structured activities in safe places during out-of-school time throughout the year. 2 Updated September 24, 2004 �COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF DETROIT- THE READETROIT CORPS Pandora Brown, Program Director Communities in Schools Detroit 4151 Seminole Detroit, Michigan 48214 Phone: (313) 571-3400 ext. 31 Fax: (313) 571-3404 Email: pandorabrown@cisdetroit.org $332,408 County(ies) Served: Wayne- City of Detroit The Communities in Schools Detroit- The Readetroit Corps enrolls 26 full-time AmeriCorps members to address the critical literacy needs of children identified as having extreme reading deficiencies. All service recipients would be students attending the Detroit Public Schools that are designated as "failing" by the state. The program will strive to increase the reading levels of 80% of the 600 students to be tutored, as well as recruit 400 community volunteers to further support local youth. $260,399 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 Email: jspain@guidance-center.org Website: http://www.guidance-center.org County(ies) Served: Wayne The Downriver CARES (Community, Action, Resources, Enrichment, Service) AmeriCorps Program enrolls 21 full-time equivalent AmeriCorps members to provide programs for and in support of youth that will increase their social and emotional readiness to learn. Some specific areas members will serve in include Family Resources Centers, Head Start programs serving low-income pre-schoolers, and family literacy programs. Members will increase the number of the 40 Development Assess available to 2,210 youth, resulting in 85% of those served realizing improvements in at least two Asset areas that they were previously lacking. Members will also recruit and manage 350 community volunteers to provide 2,800 hours of service in support of the program's goal of increasing Development Assets available to youth and increasing their social and emotional readiness for learning. 3 Updated September 24, 2004 �GOOD SAMARITAN MINISTRIES- AMERICORPS FAITH IN YOUTH Kerry Wiersma, Program Director 513 East 8th Street, Suite 25 Holland, Michigan 49423-3759 Phone: (616) 392-7159 Fax: (616) 392-5889 Email: kwiersma@goodsamministries.com $128,000 County(ies) Served: Ottawa The Good Samaritan Ministries program enrolls 10 full-time AmeriCorps members to establish a mentoring program for children attending the area's six 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. In addition, the program will recruit 105 community volunteers to serve as mentors. The overall goal of the program is to establish Neighborhood Alliance to foster "connectedness" between caring adults and local youth. HABITAT MICIDGAN'S AMERICORPS PROGRAM Debi Drick, Program Director Habitat for Humanity - Michigan 1000 South Washington Avenue, Suite 102 Lansing, Michigan 48901 Phone:(517)485-1006 Fax: (517) 485-1509 Email: ddrick@habitatmichigan.org $402,569 County(ies) Served: Berrien, Calhoun, Chippewa, Delta, Genesee, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Kent, Macomb, Monroe, Newaygo, Oakland, Ottawa, Roscommonand Wayne Habitat for Humanity of Michigan enrolls 32.5 full-time equivalent AmeriCorps members to serve with Habitat for Humanity affiliates throughout Michigan to strengthen their construction and volunteer management programs and train partner families to make them successful homeowners. Members will assist partner sites to increase their housing construction for lowincome families by 25%. Members will oversee sweat equity for homeowner families and coordinate with the Family Selection Department to ensure a smooth transition through the selection process to partnership in the affiliate's program. Members will recruit, train, and coordinate activities for 7,000 new and returning volunteers for a total of35,000 hours ofnonstipended volunteer service. 4 Updated September 24, 2004 �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: readcorp@remc8.kl2.mi.us $153,600 County(ies) Served: Ionia The Ionia County AmeriCorps program enrolls 12 full-time equivalent AmeriCorps members to provide students in a rural environment with activities in mentoring and service-learning. These activities will support the development of character through healthy youth development in the classroom and during non-school hours. Member will provide information about in-school mentoring programs for students to school administrators in Ionia County's six school districts, and 100% of school administrators will report increased knowledge ofbest practices related to in-school mentoring programs for students. 225 community volunteers will be recruited by members, providing a total of2,500 service hours during the program year to support at least 1,000 youth engaged in the program's in-school and non-school activities. JUMPSTART FOR YOUNG CmLDREN, INC. - JUMPSTART MICIDGAN Katey Comerford, Executive Director 550 W. Washington Blvd., Ste. 200 Chicago, IL 60661 Phone: (312) 575-0643 Fax: (312) 873-4054 Email: Katey Comerford@jstart.org $176,228 County(ies) Served: Washtenaw and Wayne Jumpstart for Young Children program enrolls 85 minimum-time AmeriCorps members to serve young children through placements in Head Start and other early educational settings. Service will focus on developing crucial early literacy, language and social skills. Jumpstart Michigan will focus on enhancing the learning experiences of young children from low-income communities, providing meaningful opportunities to parents to become involved in their child's learning, and supporting the development of college students as future teachers in the field of early childhood education. The program will also strive to recruit 120 community volunteers in support of youth activities. 5 Updated September 24, 2004 �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.kl2.mi.us $201,608 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 13 full-time and 5 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, and health education. MICIDGAN CAMPUS COMPACT- MICIDGAN SERVICE SCHOLARS Scott Craven, Program Director Allison Treppa, Assistant Director Michigan Campus Compact 1048 Pierpont, Suite 3 Lansing, Michigan 48911 Phone: (517) 492-2424 Fax: (517) 492-2444 Email: scraven@micampuscompact.org $24,000 County(ies) Served: To be determined Michigan Campus Compact's (MCC) Michigan Service Scholars (MSS) program enlists 300 minimum-time (300-hour), Education Award Only AmeriCorps members to support youth development and increase volunteer capacity throughout the state. This program engates approximately 25 partner campuses statewide, which recruit students to work with local community and faith-based organizations. In an effort to increase self-esteem and academic performance, 150 members serve as mentors, facilitate after-school programming, and provide homework help to 650 children throughout the year. The primary goal ofthe remaining 150 members is to strengthen volunteer infrastructure and volunteer management capacity of community and faith-based organizations by assessing current capacity, developing volunteer recruitment systems and helping organizations utilize volunteers more effectively. 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 of local programming. 6 Updated September 24, 2004 �MICIDGAN GROUNDWATER STEWARDSIDP PROGRAM Rob Glazier, 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: glazierr@michigan. gov $244,276 County(ies) Served: Alcona, Allegan, Alpena, Antrim, Arenac, Barry, Bay, Benzie, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Chippewa, Crawford, Eaton, Emmet, Genesee, Grand Traverse, Ingham, Ionia, Iosco, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Kalkaska, Lake, Lapeer, Leelanau, Lenawee, Livingston, Luce, Mackinac, Macomb, Manistee, Mason, Mecosta, Midland, Missaukee, Monroe, Montcalm, Montmorency, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oakland, Oceana, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon, Saginaw, Sanilac, Shiawasee, St. Clair, St. Joseph, Van Buren, Washtenaw, Wexford The Michigan Groundwater Stewardship Program (MGSP) enrolls 20 full-time AmeriCorps members to serve at 20 sites around Michigan to provide environmental education and outreach. Members will provide education to middle school and highs school students dealing with groundwater protection and the water cycle. Members will act as liaisons between local, state, and federal agencies to help community residents get the information and assistance they need to make informed environmental decisions. MICIDGAN NEIGHBORHOOD AMERICORPS PROGRAM Addell Austin Anderson, Program Director University of Michigan Edward Ginsberg Center for Community Service and Learning 1024 Hill Street Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-3310 Phone: (734) 647-9423 Fax: (734) 647-7464 Email: addell@umich.edu $297,987 County(ies) Served: Wayne The Michigan Neighborhood AmeriCorps Program enrolls 11 full-time, 11 half-time, 6 reduced half-time, 35 quarter-time, and 6 minimum-time members to strengthen the social development of children and families in Detroit neighborhoods. Members provide: • Direct services, such as violence prevention workshops and community service projects for youth in after-school and summer programs; • Access to health education and health promotion services for children and families. • Access to jobs and new business support programs. 7 Updated September 24, 2004 �THE MICIDGAN PRIMARY CARE ASSOCIATIONS- $266,006 AMERICORPS HEALTHCORPS Miyoshi E. Shaw-Wilcox 2525 Jolly Road, Suite 280 Okemos, Michigan 48864 Phone: (517) 381-8000 County(ies) Served: Alpena, Arenac, Calhoun, Genesee, Ingham, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Kent, Marquette, Oakland, Saginaw, Wayne. The Michigan Primary Care Association enrolls 20 full-time equivalent AmeriCorps members to address patient self-management, school-based health, and outreach and enrollment. The AmeriCorps HealthCorps Program will focus on community outreach to inform the public about health plans available to the uninsured and preventative health care measures. Members will also help patients become more active in the management of their illnesses, and reduce health disparities in Michigan. In school health clinics, members will address issues such as teen pregnancy and STD prevention and depression. MICIDGAN STATE UNIVERSITY- EXPLORE, EXPERIENCE, ACHIEVE THROUH 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 chapin@msu.edu $247,993 County(ies) Served: Berrien, Calhoun, Crawford, Genesee, Ingham, Ionia, Kalamazoo, Kent, Lenawee, Macomb, Oakland, Ottawa, Saginaw, St. Clair, Van Buren, Washtenaw, Wayne The Michigan State University- Explore, Experience, Achieve Through 4-H Mentoring program enrolls 20 full-time AmeriCorps members to build the capacity of targeted communities across Michigan to establish one-to-one, small group or peer mentoring programs. Examples of activities will include: directly mentoring and serving youth in school-and community-based programs; recruiting, training and supporting volunteer mentors; matching mentors and mentees; education program planning; collecting and documenting data for program reports; establishing a youth-mentoring action committee; and establishing relationships with local colleges and universities as volunteer and educational resources. 8 Updated September 24, 2004 �NEIGHBORHOOD YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Lydia Boonstra, Program Director Camp Fire USA 1257 East Beltline NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525 Phone: (616) 949-2500 x 33 Fax: (616) 949-7081 Email: boonstra@campfierusawmc.org Website: http://www.grcmc.org/campfire $177,406 County(ies) Served: Kent Camp Fire USA's Neighborhood Youth Development Program enrolls 14 full-time equivalent AmeriCorps members to expand the local Camp Fire after-school and summer programs in an effort to provide a safe environment for children during out of school time. Examples of member activities include: assisting with the HOSTS program, a structured mentoring program that utilizes community volunteers and student mentors to work with teach-identified students on an individual basis; and implementing Camp Fire USA's nationally developed Self-Reliance curriculum, which is designed to teach children the life skills they need to meet today' s challenges, such as nutrition, bike safety, resisting peer pressure, and what to do in an emergency. 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: rnrlacour@hbhkfirst.org $702,867 County(ies) Served: Baraga, Dickinson, Gogebic, Houghton, Iron, Keweenaw, and Ontonagon The BHK Child Development Board's Western Upper Peninsula AmeriCorps enrolls 57 fulltime members to provide education assistance to youth and recruit volunteers in Michigan's upper peninsula. Members will: 1) tutor 200 children ages 5-18, 2) develop youth mentoring programs that will serve 200 children ages 5-18, 3) enhance educational programs for youth ages 0-5, and 4) recruit, train and coordinator 2,000 community volunteers serving 12,000 hours in support of local youth activities. 9 Updated September 24, 2004 �VOLUNTEER MUSKEGON'S AMERICORPS Kris Collee, Program Director Volunteer Muskegon 880 Jefferson, Suite A Muskegon, Michigan 49440 Phone: (231) 772-6600 x 15 Fax: (231) 722-6611 Email: americoms@volunteermuskegon.org $185,673 County(ies) Served: Muskegon Volunteer Muskegon's AmeriCorps Program enrolls 15 full-time equivalent AmeriCorps members to incorporate the service-learning model in the curricula of classrooms and afterschool programs in school districts, community-based organizations, and faith-based initiatives, utilizing the Core Proficiencies for Success and the 40 Development Assets as benchmarks for success. Members will serve youth in grades K-12 at sites in Muskegon County, with the goal of increasing the problem solving skills of those served, as well as increasing the number of Developmental Assets available to youth in the county. 10 Updated September 24, 2004 �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: • • • 27 School-Based programs where K-12 teachers tie serviced-learning projects to the regular curriculum. Current funding is $546,066. Five programs that are partnerships between Intermediate School Districts and Higher Education Institutions. Current funding is $290,000. One Community Higher Education School Partnership (CHESP) grant supporting the Council of Michigan Foundation's Learning to Give initiative. Current Funding is $174,500. Service-learning has been shown to: • • • Increase motivation to learn, Lower drop out rates, and Build critical thinking and problem solving skills. �2004-2005 Service-Learning Programs ISABEU..A MIDLAND • Learn andS,ei'Ve -,Michigan 'Schooi..Ba$ed program(s) serve,thi~ county •• •• ••• • ••• •• •• •• •• GRATIOT IONIA • ISD/HigherEdprogram(s) serve this pounty CliNTON E..t.lON + CHESP/Learning to Give C&HOUN program(s) serve this county CASS ST. JOSEPH BRANCH JACKSON LENAWEE Updated: September 23,2004 �- MICHIGAN COMMU~ITY SERVICE STUDENTS MOUNT CAMPAIGN AGAINST SECONDHAND SMOKE COMMISSION Students at ACE High School are concerned ... for themselves, their friends, and their families. Tobacco use is the single leading preventable cause of death in the United States. Although cigarette smoking nationwide among high school students is declining, approximately 80% of tobacco users begin smoking before the age of 18. lfthis 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 You Have The Choice, They Don't was the message of the Arts class. The media campaign included a ACE High School media campaign in Iron County. billboard, exhibit boards, radio spots, and place mats for local restaurants. Students chose the topic of second hand 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 COMMUNITY 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 wife 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 The reception was the culmination of a year of first time at the Veterans Reception. 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 the veterans were by the interest 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 C OMMUNITY SERVICE YOUNG VOLUNTEER REACHES OUT TO SENIORS COMMISSION "A knock 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 got a 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 engages 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 YCA T program. �MICHIGAN ~"'.: ._ v ' ~"" '\ ""' • •• ~ ~~ · . . ·$111N .·. ' ,, .· . ' . c 0 MMI s s I 6. ~ '. '-~ ' / ' < - <- < - . . . ;t~rn :ttnd· Ser~~ .;_ Micltig~p, .· . .. · Scb.ool-BaJtd P~grants · ·· .. . .... __ .___.:_.-~..~··-~---,-------....,._------.;......-'---'---~ �MICHIGAN LEARN AND SERVE- MICHIGAN SCHOOL-BASED COMMUNilY ROSTER SERVICE COMMISSION BEDFORD 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 Implementation 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 2004-05 include expanding the use of service-learning to all buildings in the district and providing all students the opportunity to experience service-learning 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 CARSON CITY-CRYSTAL AREA SCHOOLS Kelly Pringle 115 East Main Street Carson City, Michigan 48811 Phone: (989) 584-3138 Fax: (989) 584-3043 E-mail:kpringle@carsoncity.k 12.mi. us Implementation Grant - $15,000 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 September 21. 2004 �CASMAN ALTERNATIVE ACADEMY Matt Somsel 1710 Merkey Road Manistee, Michigan 49660 Phone: (616) 723-4981 Fax: (616) 723-1555 Email: msomsel@manistee.org Implementation Grant - $15,000 Casman Alternative Academy's plan to increase the role of service-learning in their first of implementation, includes: the inclusion of service-learning in all core classes at each grade level, coordination of sequential service-learning projects 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 partnership with a university to 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: District Only- Manistee County CLARKSTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS David Reschke 6389 Clarkston Road Clarkston, Michigan 48346 Phone: (248) 623-5413 Fax: (248) 623-5450 Email: reschkdm@clarkston.kl2.mi.us Implementation Grant- $17,200 For this first implementation year, Clarkston Community Schools plans to expand on the servicelearning activities established in the planning year. The advisory board will be expanded t? . include more local agencies and youth. Offering follow up meetings for teachers who Par:tlclpate in training workshops will enhance professional develo~ment. .A m~n~-.gr~nt pr?cedure w1ll be developed to encourage project development and a public rel~twns m1t1attv~ w11l b~ undert~en to develop support for this effort. This year 1,000 students w11l be engaged m serv1ce-learrung. County(ies) Served: District Only- Oakland County Updated September 21, 2004 ------- �CLINTON COUNTY REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AGENCY Brandi Meredith 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 Implementation Grant - $24,367 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 servicelearning 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 expected goals will be achieved. County(ies) Served: Clinton County COUNCIL OF MICIDGAN FOUNDATIONS/LEARNING TO GIVE Kathy Agard CHESP Grant- $174,500 630 Harvey Street Muskegon, Michigan 49442 Phone: (231) 767-3100 Fax: (231) 355-6748 Email: kagard@remc4.k12.mi.us 20 pilot schools with service-learning experience will be identified from across the state of Michigan. All participating pilot schools will connect curriculum to Michigan standards an~ benchmarks. The long-range goal of the grant is to increase students' academic performance m the area of social studies; to develop and replicate curriculum lessons, units and materials for perpetuating a civil society through the education of students; and to achieve youth commitment to private citizen action for the common good. The CHESP partnership will develop 120 fieldtested curriculum units in a variety of core content areas including history, government, geography, economics and civics. Updated September 21. 2004 �CRAWFORD A USABLE SCHOOL DISTRICT Peter Ingvarsson 403 East Michigan A venue Grayling, Michigan 49738 Phone: (989) 344-3766 Fax: (989) 348-6822 Email: pingvarsson@casdkl2.net Implementation Grant- $15,000 This project is designed to include up to 560 students by the end of the three-year period. The activities will revolve around life science using the AuSable River as a resource. Partnering with businesses around water quality issues, elementary, middle and high school students will address critical community issues through service-learning. Partnerships with the Department of Natural Resources, Department of Water Quality, Briney Educational Trust and US Department of Agriculture will be strengthened with the expectation that activities will be designed to improve performance on the social studies portion of the MEAP. County(ies) Served: District Only- Crawford County FLINT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS YOUTH PROJECTS Connie Rau Zimmerman Center 2421 Corunna Road Flint, Michigan 48503 Phone: (810) 760-1190 Fax: (810) 237-5499 Email: crau@flintschools.org Institutionalization - $40,000 Flint Community Schools, in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint, will seek to examine service-learning policies in school improvement and hiring practices. K-12 school liaisons will assist in developing a strategy to effectively communicate service-learning benefits and best practices. Training for the Board of Education and school administration will also be a goal for this year. County(ies) Served: District Only- Genesee County Implementation Grant - $15,000 HEMLOCK PUBLIC SCHOOLS Kathy Maxon 1095 North Hemlock Road Hemlock, Michigan 48626 Phone: (989) 642-2338 Fax: (989) 642-3504 Email: maxon@hemlock.kl2.mi.us The Hemlock District Service-Learning Coordinator, assisted by four building representatives, will administer the service-learning program. The next two-implementation years will focus on increasin~ the number of teachers initiating service-learning projects by 10% per year, translating into an in~rea~e.l~ t?e number of student engaged. Another goal is to increase community partnerships by 25%. While 1mhatmg new programs there will also be a continuation and expansion of existing programs. County(ies) Served: District Only- Saginaw County 4 Updated September 21. 2004 �Implementation Grant - $15,000 HONEY CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL SueHuczek 1819 South Wagner Road Ann Arbor, Michigan 48106-1406 Phone: (734) 994-2636 Fax: (734) 994-2203 Email: shuczek@hc.wash.k12.mi.us Over the last three years, Honey Creek Community School has worked to develop program sustainability. The proposed plan will help cement the permanence of the program in the hopes of creating 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 of Honey Creek and High Point (a school for students with severe disabilities) will be enhanced to create an integrated community oflearners. County(ies) Served: District Only- Washtenaw County IONIA COUNTY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Implementation Grant - $24,500 Deborah Wagner 2191 Harwood Road Ionia, Michigan 48846 Phone: (616) 522-1405 Fax: (616) 527-4731 Email: dawagner@ionia-isd.k12.mi.us 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 service-learning, authentic assessment and curriculum through professional development; 2) increase student learning by integrating service-learning into core curriculum stands, 3) institutionalize servicelearning methodology into the school program to foster system change. This year, 1,625 Ionia County students will be engaged in service-learning. County(ies) Served: Ionia Implementation Grant - $24,500 JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS Rebecca Mehall 105 East Michigan Jackson, Michigan 49201 Phone: (517) 841-2158 Fax: (517) 768-5918 Email: rmehall@jps.k12.mi.us Jackson Public Schools will continue its efforts to expand service-learning throughout the district. Goals over the three grant period will include: broadening the diversity and representation of the advisory council, ensuring youth representation and voice, staff development, distribution of information ~nd resources to staff, implementation across grade levels and curriculum subjects, building commu~Ity partnerships, fostering the development of quality service-learning act~vities of a sustained durat10n, and evaluating the impact of service-learning on students and the commumty. County(ies) Served: District Only- Jackson County 5 Updated September 21. 2004 �KALEVA NORMAN DICKSON SCHOOLS Deborah Crandell Brethren High School 4400 North High Bridge Road Brethren, Michigan 49619 Phone: (231) 477-5355 Fax: (231) 477-5242 Email: crandell@manistee.org Implementation Grant - $15,000 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 - $24,500 L'ANSE CREUSE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Ann Hart 38495 L'Anse Creuse Harrison Township, Michigan 48045 Phone: (586) 783-6400 ext 2036 Fax: (586) 783-6408 Email: hartan@lc-pc.org L'Anse Creuse Public Schools has had a Community Service-Learning Program since 1992. During the next two years four major goals will provide the opportunity for all L'Anse Creuse students to learn and grow though service. With this Learn and Serve - Michigan funding all students will have sequential service-learning opportunities, all teachers will have access to service-learning professional development, their school/community partnerships will be evaluated and service-learning students will be evaluated to show the correlation between service-learning and improved knowledge and skills of citizenship. County(ies) Served: District Only- Macomb County 6 Updated September 21, 2004 �LAPEER COUNTY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT ~e~e Gunderso~ Implementation Grant - $24,500 Mtchigan State Uruversity Extension K-12 Service-Learning Center 1996 West Oregon Street Lapeer, Michigan 48446-1198 Phone: (810) 667-0341 Fax: (810) 667-0355 Email: lapeer@msue.msu.edu A partner~hi~ of schools and community organizations (led by the Lapeer County Intermediate School Dtstnct, 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 2004-05, at least 2,213 students, 105 teachers/staff, 21 schools, and 57 community partners will participate in service-learning. County(ies) Served: Lapeer LOWELL AREA SCHOOLS Carla Stone 11700 Vergennes Street Lowell, Michigan 49331 Phone: (616) 682-4125 Fax: (616) 682-4463 Email: cstone@lowell.kl2.mi.us Implementation Grant - $24,500 Lowell Area Schools has designed a plan that will integrate service-learning at a minimum, in alternating grade levels 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 NAH TAH W AHSH PUBLIC SCHOOL ACADEMY Richard Sgarlotti N14911 Hannahville B-1 Road Wilson, Michigan 49896 Phone: (906) 466-2952 x 124 Fax: (906) 466-2556 Email: richs@up.net Institutionalization- $15,000 Service-learning has been part of the Nah Tah Wahsh Public School Academy for fifteen years. The goal for the next two years is to ensure sustainability of a quality program for students and community. Expansion will occur in collaborative activities and youth civic engagement. Successes will be disseminated to other schools in the area and especially to Indian Education programs throughout the state and country. County(ies) Served: District Only- Delta County 7 Updated September 21, 2004 �NORTH STAR ACADEMY Implementation Grant - $15,000 Mary St. Clair 335 South Pine Street P.O. Box 577 Ishpeming, Michigan 49849 Phone: (906) 486-8311 x 101 Fax: (906) 486-1114 Email: mary nsa@yahoo.com North Star Academy has developed a three-tiered approach to service-learning. Students begin to understand the concept of 'global issues' through weekly service at local non-profits. Students are matched according to their strengths and interests to offer the agency skills and services they may need. They gain a deeper 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 research and formulating their own project. 100% ofthe North Star Academy students will participate in service-learning annually. County(ies) Served: District Only- Marquette County Institutionalization Grant- $15,000 PALO COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Judy Huynh 8315 Mill Street P.O. Box 338 Palo, Michigan 48870 Phone: (989) 637-4359 Fax: (989) 637-4727 Email: preston48@ionia-mi.net The goal ofPalo Community Schools is to institutionalize service-learning as a teaching . methodology. All students from preschool through grade 8 will participate in at least one servicelearning project each year. Palo will institute a high quality program that will p~ovide students with opportunities to be engaged in authentic service in both the local commumty and the world community, connected to their academic curriculum County(ies) Served: District Only- Ionia County 8 Updated September 21, 2004 �REETHS-PUFFER SCHOOLS Institutionalization Grant - $24,500 Leslie Cross 1545 North Roberts Road Muskegon, Michigan 49445 Phone: (231) 744-164 7 x3684 Fax: (231)744-7175 Email: lcross@remc4.kl2.mi.us Reeths-Puffer Schools will continue to build a strong infrastructure to support service-learning in the district and beyond. The infrastructure includes a full time coordinator, student advisory board, a teacher specialist in each building, and the Curriculum Coordinating Council, which services as an advisory board. Over the next year, the goal is to engage every student in at least one service-learning lesson every other school year. County(ies) Served: District Only- Muskegon County Implementation Grant - $15,000 SHELBY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Ann Herrygers 155 Sixth Street Shelby, Michigan 49455 Phone: (231) 861-5541 Fax: (231) 861-6764 Email: herram@shelby.kl2.mi.us 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 long-term 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 Implementation Grant - $24,500 SOUTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS Joyce Silagy 24661 Lahser Road Southfield, Michigan 48034 Phone: (248) 746-8637 Fax: (248) 746-8926 Email: silagyj@southfield.kl2.mi.us Southfield Public Schools will implement a service-learning program in grades K-12 that will improve academic learning, enhance personal growth and invoke civic responsibility in every student. Full implementation of the service-learning program will provide students with sequential high quality experiences so that at least one service-learning opportunity occurs at each educational level. This year, 1,235 Southfield students will be engaged in service-learning. County(ies) Served: District Only- Oakland County 9 Updated September 21, 2004 �SOUTHGATE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Implementation Grant - $24,500 Mary Lou Provost 13201 Trenton Road Southgate, Michigan 48195 Phone: (734) 246-4600 Fax: (734) 283-6791 Email: provostm@sgate.k 12.milus "Teaching Core Democratic Values Through Service-Learning" is a third year implementation of a Learn and Serve grant. 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 in grades 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 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 355 students this year. County(ies) Served: District Only- Wayne County WAYNE-WESTLAND COMMUNITY SCHOOL Implementation Grant - $24,500 Lynn Kleiman Malinoff 36745 Marquette Westland, Michigan 48185 Phone: (734) 595-2105 Fax: (734) 595-2100 Email: lmalinof@umich.edu 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, service-learning will impact students and their civic knowledge while increasing school connectedness and academic achievement. County(ies) Served: District Only- Wayne County 10 Updated September 21, 2004 �Implementation Grant - $15,000 WmTEHALL DISTRICT SCHOOLS Mary Ponstein 541 Slocum Street Whitehall, Michigan 49461 Phone: (231) 893-1034 Fax: (231) 893-2923 Email: maryponstein@whitehall.k 12.mi. us Whitehall District Schools plan to continue the expansion and growth of academic servicelearning by meeting the following goals: 1) Increasing the role youths will play in selecting, designing, implementing and evaluating service-learning; 2) intensified staff development; 3) continued training and empowerment of the advisory board; 4) connecting service-learning to the curriculum mapping process in the district; 5) expanded community partnerships; 6) a public relations effort to engage the district and surrounding community; 7) collaborative efforts with other school initiatives such as career preparation and Safe and Drug Free Schools; 8) an emphasis on historical and civic perspectives in the project development and 6) by offering sustained service-learning activities for students at each grade level. 100% ofWhitehall students will be engaged in service-learning over three years. County(ies) Served: District Only- Muskegon County Implementation Grant - $15,000 WILLIAMSTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Kristine Grunwald 3939 Vanneter Road Williamston, Michigan 48895 Phone: (517) 655-2142 ext 7400 Fax: (517) 655-7500 Email: grunwak@wmston.kl2.mi.us The purpose of this first year implementation 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 work to develop and use assessments that measure the academic and social effectiveness of service-learning. The final focus is to create the capacity among their own professional educators by training them in service-learning so that they may be resources to other educators in the district, region, state and nation. A total of 1,438 students will be engaged in service-learning this year. County(ies) Served: District Only- Ingham County 11 Updated September 21, 2004 �Implementation Grant - $24,500 ZEELAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS Mary Beth Tirnmer 3390 lOOth Avenue Zeeland, Michigan 49464 Phone: (616) 748-3215 Fax: (616) 748-3210 Email: mtimmer2@zeeland.kl2.mi.us Zeeland Public Schools is committed to service-learning projects taking place in each of the district's ten buildings, including the new elementary building opening in the fall of2004. A lead service-learning educator will be identified in each of the ten buildings. County(ies) Served: District Only- Ottawa County 12 Updated September 21, 2004 �Learn and Serve-Michigan ISD/Higher Education Partnership COPPER COUNTRY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT (CCISD) $50,000 Carla Strome, Curriculum Coordinator 809 Hecla, P.O. Box 270 Hancock, Michigan 49930 Phone: (906) 482-4250 Fax: (906) 482-1931 Email: cstrome@ccisd.k 12.mi. us 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. There will be integration of service-learning into summer institutes in social studies for the summer of2005. These activities will be available to all13 school districts serviced by the CCISD that includes 500 teachers and over 7200 students. CCISD and the MARESA will partner in the spring of2005 to host the first Upper Peninsula Service-Learning Conference. County(ies) Served: Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw EATON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT $50,000 Margie Betz, Education Specialist Eaton Intermediate School District 1790 E. Packard Hwy. Charlotte, Michigan 48813 Phone: (517) 484-2929 ext.1158 Fax: (517) 543-4870 Email: mbetz@eaton.kl2.mi.us Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Intermediate School Districts and Olivet College continue in their partnership in the Mid- Michigan Learn and Serve Consortium to serve as the regional servicelearning network for this grant. The scope of this grant will serve teachers, pre-service teachers and administrators. During Phase two of the grant 30 Civic Fellows (teachers) will receive minigrants to implement service-learning lesson plans. In addition, Olivet College will be offering college credit for the professional development undertaken by the Civic Fellow. Overall, this will impact 700 students. In addition they hope to involve 400 pre-service, classroom teachers and administrators in various aspects of the project. This partnership has established a web site for all to access at http://www.midmichiganlearnandserve.org/ that list trainings and other resources available to teachers in their three ISD's. Five Olivet College pre-service teachers will be included in all of the professional development offerings and encouraged to use service-learning during their student teaching assignments. County(ies) Served: Clinton, Eaton, Ingham 13 Updated September 21, 2004 �LAPEER INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Cathy Amboy Curriculum Consultant Lapeer Intermediate School District 1996 W. Oregon Lapeer, Michigan 48446 Phone: (810) 664-1124 Fax: (810) 724-7600 Email: camboy@lcisd.k12.mi.us $50,000 This project will continue to be coordinated by the Intermediate School District in partnership with the University of Michigan -Flint. The pmpose of this Learn and Serve project is to improve student achievement in quality learning environments by providing professional development experiences based on the Michigan Curriculum Framework; the incorporation ofthe Grade Level Instructional Guidelines; and the integration of service-learning which are embedded in school improvement, curriculum and technology initiatives. This project will train 156 teachers, impact over 4000 students and reach 18 buildings. The project will also provide training opportunities for teachers in Huron, Tuscola, and Sanilac Counties. County(ies) Served: Lapeer MARQUETTE-ALGER REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL SERVIE AGENCY (MARESA) Robert Koehs, Educational Consultant $50,000 Marquette- Alger Regional Educational Service Agency 321 East Ohio Street Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 226-5116 Fax: (906) 226-5141 Email: bkoehs@maresa.k12.mi.us Marquette- Alger Regional Educational Service Agency (MARESA), in partnership with Northern Michigan University, the Eastern Upper Peninsula Intermediate School District and Lake Superior State University have formed and academic service-learning program called " A Partnership of Service-Teaching, Learning, Experiencing " (APOSTLE). Throughout the project, schools in five Upper Peninsula counties will be targeted for training and support in academic service-learning. The counties will include Marquette, Alger, Luce, Chippewa and Mackinaw. They propose to impact 276 teachers and over 2000 students during the course of the grant. MARESA as mentioned earlier will be partnering with CCISD to host the first Upper Peninsula Service-Learning Conference in the spring of2005. County(ies) Served: Alger, Chippewa, Luce, Mackinaw, Marquette 14 Updated September 21, 2004 �MUSKEGON AREA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Barb Gowell Director, Instructional Services MAISD 630 Harvey Street Muskegon, Michigan 49442 Phone: (231) 767-7217 Fax: (231) 773-1028 Email: bgowell@remc4.k 12.mi.us $50,000 The Muskegon Area Intermediate School District and Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Learn and Serve Partnership Program will facilitate and expand quality service-learning throughout the MAISD service area, building upon a number of successful existing initiatives and partnerships. The partnership will provide instructional support to 75 teachers, 1500 students, and 30 school buildings over the course of the grant. The partnership will also work with 5- 14 schools identified on the Children's Action Network list. The partnership has developed a graduate level class ED 601- Integrating Academic Service-Learning Within the Curriculum at GVSU that will begin in September 2004. County(ies) Served: Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana 15 Updated September 21, 2004 �- MICHIGAN COMMUNilY SERVICE MICHIGAN~ citizen~corps MICHIGAN CITIZEN CORPS COMMISSION We have come to learn that each of us have a role in homeland security. But it is difficult to know what to do or how to help. Citizen Corps were created to help communities prepare for and respond to local emergencies. They train and engage volunteers to make communities safer, stronger, and better prepared to respond to emergencies and disasters of all kinds, including threats of terrorism, natural disasters, crime, public health issues, etc. Citizen Corps are especially important during major disasters when first responders may be initially overwhelmed. Citizen Corps are a component of the USA Freedom Corps that creates opportunities for individuals to volunteer to help their communities prepare for and respond to emergencies. It brings together local leaders, individual volunteers, and the network of first responders such as police departments, fire departments, and emergency medical personnel. The goal is to have all citizens participate in making their communities safer, stronger, and better prepared for preventing and handling threats of terrorism, crime, and disasters of all kinds. Programs ofthe Michigan Citizen Corps include: • • • • • Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) Neighborhood Watch Programs Volunteers in Police Service Medical Reserve Corps Citizen Corps Councils Citizen Corps activities are adapted to every community's need and managed locally by a Citizen Corps Council. The Michigan Citizen Corps Council was established in November 2002 and functions as a statewide resource. This 12-member council serves as an advisory committee of the Michigan Community Service Commission and provides direction on issues related to homeland security and the role volunteers can play in disaster preparedness. Michigan currently has 43 local Citizen Corps Councils, which includes 26 new Citizen Corps Councils established in 2004. These local Councils have trained 195 CERT Trainers who, in tum, have trained more than 740 citizens so they are prepared to help. During the 2004-05 program year, $782,400 is being granted to 23 Citizen Corps Councils throughout the state. The Michigan Citizen Corps is well known for its innovative programs as the following projects demonstrate: • CERT training materials are being translated into Arabic. • The School Teen School Emergency Response Team (SERT) program is underway in Washtenaw County. • CERT Training is being planned for all event staff at the three major league sports stadiums in Detroit. • The Michigan Citizen Corps Director, Gary Zulinzki, recently answered the call to serve as Deputy Director of FEMA Region V Citizen Corps in Chicago to coordinate all of the Citizen Corps members for the hurricane relief effort in Florida. Updated: September 23,2004 �2004-05 Michigan Citizen Corps ISTEE WEXFORD MISSAUKEE Michigan Citizen Corps Councils: X Local Councils (unfunded) • Local Councils (MCSC funded) .6. Countywide Councils (unfunded) •:• County.vide Councils (MCSC funded) • Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS) + Medical Reserve Corps xx LAKE OSCEOlA •.6. CLARE 6 1-8 Michigan Citizen Corps Districts* *Districts are based on population of 1. 3 million per district with the exception of District 7 CALHOUN BRANCH 3 Hll.l.SI:W.E 5 Updated: September 23, 2004 �- MICHIGAN mchlgan COMMUNITY SERVICE citizen~colps MICHIGAN CITIZEN CORPS COUNCIL COMMISSION Michael Bouchard, Chair Melvin Larsen Oakland County Sheriff Larsen and Associates, Inc. Public Policy Consultant Marian Barrera-Young Cliff A. Messing Neighborhood Associations of Michigan President Michigan Firemen's Association President Rochelle Cotey Captain John Ort Public Transportation and Aging of Alger County Director Michigan State Police Emergency Management Division Deputy State Director Thomas Edmonds (RESIGNED 8/10/04) Grace Ranger Kalamazoo County Sheriff Genesee County Emergency Management Office Director Alexander Ernst (RESIGNED 4/1104) Lt. Col. Ewin Sansom Clinton Township Police Department Chief ofPolice Air National Guard Base Director of Operations Paul Hansen Marcia Varble Lutheran Social Services Director ofSpecial Projects Michigan Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters President Antrim County Red Cross Volunteer Coordinator �Michigan Citizen Corps Council September 23, 2004 Sheriff Michael Bouchard Oakland County Sheriff's Department 1201 North Telegraph Road Pontiac MI 48341-1044 Phone: 248.858.5000 Fax: 248.858.1806 ocsd@co.oakland.mi.us Nicole Gee 248.858.5009 geen@co.oakland.mi. us Janet Lawson, Executive Director Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, MI 48913 Phone: 517.335.1013 Fax: 517.241.3869 Lawsonj 1@michigan.gov Janice Harvey 517.373.4998 Harveyj 1@michigan.gov Rochelle Cotey, Executive Director Alger County Public Transportation P.O. Box69 Munising, Michigan 49862 Vice Chair, Marquette-Alger Youth Foundation Phone: 906.387.4845 Fax: 906.387.2963 altranco@jamadots.com Paul Hansen, Director of Special Projects Lutheran Social Services 8131 East JetTers on Detroit, Michigan 48214 President, Michigan Voluntary Organization Active in Disasters (VOAD) Phone: 313.823.7700 or 800.421.3060 Fax: 313.823.9604 Cell: 586.506.1717 phans@LSSM.org Melvin Larsen, Public Policy Consultant Larsen and Associates, Inc. 29100 Northwestern Highway, Suite 110 Southfield, Michigan 48034 Phone: 248.356.3484 Fax: 248.358.0756 Cell: 248.408.7150 Mellarsen2@aol.com Cliff A. Messing, President Michigan State Firemen's Association 8826 East Huron Line Road Ruth, Michigan 484 70 Phone: 989.864.3751 Fax: 989.864.3751 delfrre@thumbmc.net Captain John Ort MSP-EMD 400 Collins Road Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone: 517.333.5041 Fax: 517.333.4987 Cell: 517.881.3162 ortj@michigan.gov Assistant-Karen Welsh 333-5042 welshka@michigan.gov Grace Ranger, Director Genesee County Emergency Management Office 1101 Beach Street, Room G25 Flint, Michigan 48502 Phone: 810.257.3064 Fax: 810.424.5798 granger@co.genesee.mi.us Lt. Col. Ewin Sansom, Director of Operations Air National Guard Base P.O. Box695 Alpena, Michigan 49707 Phone: 989.354.6205 Fax: 989.354.6298 Ewin.sansom@micrtc.ang.af.mil Marcia Varble, State Regional Director American Red Cross P.O. Box 129 Bellaire, Michigan 49615 Phone: 231.533.4037 Fax: 231.533.4037 Cell: 231.620.4587 dmvarble@freeway.net Marian Barrera Young NAM President Baxter Neighborhood Association 722 Eastern, SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 Phone: 616.247.9550 Fax: 616.247.9556 HrnFax 616.285.7655 Youngbarrera@aol.com or mbarrerayoung@netpenny.net �Michigan Citizen Corps Council Governor Appointments Name Expiration Date Lt. Col. Ewin Sansom December 1, 2003 Cliff Messing December 1, 2003 Marian Barrera-Young December 1, 2003 Marcia Varble December 1, 2003 Captain John Ort December 1, 2004 Grace Ranger December 1, 2004 Alexander Ernst December 1, 2004 * Rochelle Cotey December 1, 2004 Sheriff Michael Bouchard (Chair) December 1, 2005 Thomas Edmonds December 1, 2005 ** Melvin Larsen December 1, 2004 Paul Hansen December 1, 2005 * Resigned effective April1, 2004 ** Resigned effective August 10, 2004 - �Citizen Corps Councils Registered in Michigan (Updated September 27, 2004) Michigan Citizen Corps Cass Co Citizen Corps Contact: Gary Zulinski Title: Program Coordinator Phone: (517) 241-3867 Fax: (517) 241-3869 Email citizencorps@michigan. gov URL: www.michigan.gov/mcsc Contact: Bernie Williamson Title: Emergency Manager Address: 321 M 62 North, Cassopolis, MI 49031 Phone: (269) 445-8768 Email: northstart@beanstalk.net URL: www.casscountvmi.org County Councils (27): Eastern U.P. Citizen Corps Council Alpena County Citizen Corps Contact: Bruce Wozniak Title: Emergency Manager Address: 720 W. Chisholm St, Suite 13 Alpena MI 49707 Phone: (989) 354-9821 Fax (989) 354-9828 Email: wozniakb@alpenacounty.org URL: http://www.alpenacounty.org/ Bay County Citizen Corps Contact: Patricia Bostick Title: Solution Area Planner Address: 515 Center Ave, Bay City, MI 48708 Phone: (989) 895-2016 Email: bostickp@baycounty.net Website: http://www.co. bay .mi. us/ Contact: Brian Davie Title: Director Address: 511 Ashrnun St, Suite 202, Sault Ste Marie, MI 49783 Phone: (906) 632-8111 Email: ccarc@30below.com URL: http://www.chippewacountymi.gov/ Eaton County Citizen Corps Council Contact: Jerry Baum Title: Compliance Officer Address: 111 East Lawrence, Charlotte, MI 48813 Phone: (517) 543-8831 Email: jbaum@charlottemi.org URL: www.eatoncounty.org Genesee County Citizen Corps Calhoun Co Citizen Corps Contact: Greg McComb Title: Emergency Manager Address: 161 E. Michigan, Battle Creek, MI 49014 Phone: (269) 969-6430 Email: gmccomb@cityofmarshall.com URL: http://www.calhounmi.com/default2.htm Contact: Grace Ranger Title: Genesee County Emergency Management Director Address: 1101 Beach Street Room G25 Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (81 0) 257-3064 Email: granger@,co.genesee.mi.us �Gladwin County Citizen Corps Marquette CO Citizen Corps Contact: Robert Duby II Title: Director Address: 501 W. Cedar, Gladwin, MI 48624 Phone: (989) 426-0250 Email: cd 1@ejourney.com http://www.multimag.com/county/mi/gladwin Contact: Paula Susmark Title: Executive Director, Central U.P. Chapter of the American Red Cross Address: 129 W. Baraga Avenue, SuiteD Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 228-3659 Email: Pjarcmqt@aol.com Ingham County Citizen Corps Council Menominee County Citizen Corps Contact: Ronda Oberlin Title: Emergency Management Specialist Address: 815 Marshall Lansing, MI 48912 Phone: (517) 483-4110 Email: roberlin@ci.lansing.mi.us Contact: Brian Neumeier Title: Coordinator Address: 839 Tenth Avenue, Menominee, MI 49858 Phone: (906) 863-7779 Email: citizencorps@menomineecounty.com URL: www.menomineecounty.com URL: Isabella County Citizen Corps Montcalm Co Citizen Corps Contact: Deb Birkam Title: Executive Director Address: 2008 East Preston St. Mount Pleasant, MI 48858 Phone: (989) 773-3615 Email: birkam@chartermi.net URL: http://www.isabellacounty.org Contact: Denise Hubbard Title: Executive Director Address: United Way of Montcalm, P.O. Box 128 Greenville, MI 48838 Phone: (616) 225-1082 Email: dhubbard@mcvolunteerconnections.org Kalamazoo County Citizen Corps Montmorency County Citizen Corps Contact: Robert Dievendorf Title: Director Kalamazoo County Pretrial Services Address: 201 W. Kalamazoo Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Phone: (269) 337-6549 Email: dievendorf@kcms.msu.edu Contact: David Utt Title: Emergency Manager Address: 10765 McMurphy Rd, Atlanta MI 49709 Phone: (989) 785-4141 Email: daveutt@i2k.com Muskegon County Citizen Corps Council Manistee County Citizen Corps Council Contact: Ken Hilliard Title: Executive Director Address: 1525 E. Parkdale Ave Manistee, MI 49660 Phone: (231) 723-9970 Email: kwhilliard@manistee.com URL: http://www.manistee.com/ Contact: Rhona Colbert Title: Vista Member Address: 880 Jefferson Suite A, Muskegon, MI 49442 Phone: 231-722-6600 x 17 Email: homeland@volunteermuskegon.org URL: http://www.co.muskegon.mi.us/ �Oakland County Citizen Corps Council St. Clair County Citizen Corps Council Contact: Michael Loper Title: Emergency Management Specialist Address: 1200 N. Telegraph Rd Pontiac, MI 48341 Phone: (248) 858-5324 Email: lopenn@co.oakland.mi.us URL: www.co.oakland.mi.us/ems Contact: Jeffrey Friedland Title: Director, Office of Emergency Management Address: 200 Grand River Port Huron, MI 48060 Phone:(810)989-6325 Email: jfriedland@stclaircounty.org Ogemaw County Citizen Corps Council Wayne County Citizens Corps Council Contact: Greg Clark Title: Director Address: 806 W. Houghton Ave. West Branch, MI 48661 Phone: (989) 345-5941 Email: ogemawemd911 @ogsh.org URL: http://www.infomi.com/county/ogemaw/ Contact: Terri Lokuta Title: Executive Director Address: 10250 Middlebelt Rd, Detroit, MI 48327 Phone: (734) 942-5289 Email: tlokuta@waynecountyemd.com URL: www.waynecounty.com/ West Central MI Citizen Corps Osceola Co. Citizen Corps Contact: Todd Dimock Title: Supervisor Address: 2469 20 Mile Road Marion, MI 49665 Phone: (231) 743-0097 Email: todd Dimock@yahoo.com Contact: Rick Norman Title: Director Address: 1050 Fuller NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: (616) 456-8661 Email: rnonnan@redcrosswcm.org URL: http://www.co.kent.mi.us/ Otsego County Citizen Corps Washtenaw County Citizen Corps Contact: Tami Phillips Title: Director Address: P.O. Box 1025, Gaylord, MI 49734 Phone: (989) 732-6232 Email: rsvp@freeway.net URL: http://www.otsego.org/ Contact: Skip Lawver Title: Director Address: 122 Sill Hall, Ypsilanti, MI 48917 Phone: (734) 487-1161 Email: Skip.Lawver@emich.edu URL: CERNS@emich.edu Saginaw County Citizen Corps Contact: Tim Geovese/Linda Owen Address: 111 S. Michigan Ave, Saginaw MI 48602 Phone: 989-790-5434 Email: tgenovese@saginawcounty.com URL: http://www.saginawcounty.com/ Schoolcraft Co Citizen Corps Council Contact: Clyde Johnson Title: Assistant Director Address: 976 N County Rd 440, Manistique, MI49854 Phone: 906-341-3131 Email: cej@chartermi.net Local Councils (17) Brighton Area Citizen Corps Council Contact: Mike Kennedy Title: Lieutenant Address: 615 West Grand River, Brighton, MI 48116-2322 Phone: (810) 229-6640 Ext. 37 Email: mkennedy@brightonareafire.com URL: www.brightonareafire.com �Burt Township Citizen Corps Council Farmington Hills Citizen Corps Council Contact: Nancy Weston Title: Director Address: P.O.Box 414, Grand Marais, MI 49839 Phone: (906) 494-2381 Email: ceweston@msn.com URL: http://www .natureinabundance.com/ Contact: Lieutenant Timothy Connor Title: Council Contact Address: 31655 West Eleven Mile Road Farmington Hills, MI 48336 Phone: (248) 871-2705 Email: tconnor@ci.farmington-hills.mi.us Dearborn Heights Citizen Corps Contact: Don Granzine Title: President Address: 2997 E Higgins Lake Dr. Roscommon, MI 48653 Phone: (989) 821-6481 Email: gerrish police@gerrishtownship.org Contact: John Labenne Title: Captain/Emergency Manager Address: 25637 Michigan, Dbn Hts, MI 48127 Phone: (313) 277-7488 Email: lanennej@dearbomheightspd.com URL: www.dhol.org Denton Twp Citizen Corps Contact: Carol Asher Title: Township Clerk Address: 2565 S. Gladwin Road, P.O. Box 289 Prudenville, MI 48651 Phone: (989) 366-5913 Email: asher@i2k.net Detroit: Detroit Citizen Corps Council Gerrish Twp Citizen Corps Northville Township Citizen Corps Contact: Sgt Matthew Mayes Title: Program Director Address: 41600 Six Mile, Northville Township, MI 48167 Phone: (248) 349-9400 Email: mmayes@northvilletwppd.com URL; www.northvillemich.com/police PONTIAC CITIZEN CORPS COUNCIL Contact: Shelby Slater Title: Director of Homeland Security Address: 151 West Fort Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 596-5196 Email: slaters@dfdhq.ci.detroit.mi.us Contact: Pam Chambers Title: Captain Address: 110 E Pike Street Pontiac, MI 48342 Phone: (248) 758-3400 Email: pchambers@pontiac.mi.us URL: http://www.pontiacpolice.com Dowagiac Citizen Corps Council Rochester Hills Citizen Corps Council Contact: Tom Atkinson Title: Chief of Police Address: 241 S Front St Dowagiac, MI 49047 Phone: (269) 782-9743 Email: atkinson@dowagiac.org Contact: Dave Fournier Title: Sergeant Address: 750 Barclay Circle. Rochester Hills, MI 48307 Phone: (248) 537-9530 Email: Foumierd@co.oakland.mi.us Ecorse Citizen Corps Council Contact: Charles Hunter II Title: Director Address: 3869 W. Jefferson, MI 48229 Phone: (313) 386-2344 Email: chtril1 @netscape.com �Sterling Heights Citizen Corps Council Contact: Robert Johnson Title: Emergency Manager Address: 40333 Dodge Park Road Sterling Heights, MI 48313 Phone: (586) 446-2886 Email: bjohnson@sterling-heights.net URL: http://www.sterling-heights.net Southfield Citizen Corps Contact: Frank Coutts Title: Emergency Management Director Address: 26000 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076 Phone: (248) 796-5992 Email: f coutts@cityof southfield.com URL: http://www.cityofsouthfield.com/main.php West Bloomfield Township Citizen Corps Contact: David Flaisher Title: Township Supervisor Address: 4550 Walnut Lake Rd. West Bloomfield, MI 48325 Phone: (248) 451-4813 Email: Supervisor@twp.west.bloomfield.mi.us URL: www.twp.west-bloomfield.mi.us Lac Vieux Desert-Watersmeet Area Citizen Corps Council Contact: Jim Burke Title: Emergency Services Director Address: P.O. Box 310, Watersmeet, MI 49969 Phone: (906) 358-4577 FAX: (906) 358-0306 Email: jim.burke@lvdtribal.com Walled Lake Citizen Corps Contact: Kenneth Van Sparrentak Title: Fire Chief Address: 1499 E. West Maple Phone: (248) 960-2045 Email: kvansparrentak@walledlake.com URL: www .walledlake.com �- • . - STATE OF MICHIGAN OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR JOHN ENGLER ~ EXECUTIVE ORDER 2002.9 MICHIGAN CITIZEN CORPS MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT WHEREAS, this administration continues to be committed to encouraging all citizens, organizations and institutions in Michigan to help in solving our most critical problems by volunteering their time, effort, energy and service in times of prosperity as well as dire crisis; and WHEREAS, the need for homeland security, community health and public safety have increased and have led to the need to call upon the compassion, inventiveness and the entrepreneurial spirit of all citizens to help solve many of the problems facing their communities; and WHEREAS, it is the standing reputation of this administration to discover and to encourage new community service leaders, to promote individuals, organizations and , institutions that serve as outstanding examples of a commitment to serving others, and to convince all Michigan citizens that a successful life includes serving others; and WHEREAS, significant issues facing the nation and state continue to be addressed by the collaborative efforts of committed citizens volunteering their time and talents through volunteer centers, national service programs, schools, community organizations, government agencies, businesses, labor groups, and a host of other community and state efforts; and WHEREAS, Michigan has establiShed a comprehensive, intricate and effective community-based and co:nlmunity-driven infrastructure for state-sponsored national and community service through the Michigan Community Service Commission and its publicand private-sector partnering organizations. NOW, THEREFORE, I, John Engler, Governor of the state ofMichigan, pursuant to the powers vested in me by the Constitution of.the state of Michigan of1963 and the laws of the state of Michigan, do hereby order the following: �I. DEFJNITIONS A. "Michigan Citizen Corps" means the Michigan initiative created under the · federal USA Freedom Corps program by this order. B. "Michigan Citizen Corps Council" ("council") means the advisory body created within the Michigan Community Service Commission by this order. C. "Michigan Community Service Commission" ("commission") means the entity established by Act No. 219 of the Public Acts of 1994, as amended, being Section 408.221 et seq. of the Michigan Compiled Laws, that was subsequently transferred to the Department of Career Development by Executive Order 1999-1, as amended, being Section 408.40 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. - .~ D. "Michigan Department of Career Development" ("department") means the principal department of state government created by Executive Order 1999-1, as ameJ;tded, being Section 408.40 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. E. "USA Freedom Corps" means the federal interagency initiative created under the terms ofExecutive Order 13254 of Jan~ary 29, 2002, (67 CFR4869) and the Citizen Service Act of 2002, a legislative proposal submitted to the United States Congress by President George W. Bush. II. MICHIGAN CITIZEN CORPS COUNCIL A. Consistent with the provisions of Executive Order 13254 and any act of Congress enacted to implement Executive Order 13254, the Michigan Citizens Corps Council is created as an advisory body within the Michigan Community Service Commission. B. The council shall have twelve (12) members representing· the general public · appointed by the Governor. C. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, members of the council shall hold office for a term of three (3) years. However, of the members initially appointed, four (4) shall hold office for a term of three (3) years, four (4) shall hold office for a term of two (2) years, and four (4) shall hold office for a term of one (1) year. D. A vacancy on the council caused by the expiration of a term or other cause of termination of membership on the council shall be filled in the same ~anner as the original appointment. E. A member appointed to fill a vacancy created other than by expiration of a term shall be appointed for the unexpired term of the member who he or she is to succeed in the same manner as the original appointment. A member may be reappointed for additional terms. 2 �III. CHARGE TO THE COUNCIL The council shall be advisory in nature and shall assist the commission with the following functions: A. The council shall oversee the development and operation of the Michigan Citizen Corps. B. The council shall act as a state-wide advisory council on the Michigan Citizen Corps. C. The council shall develop a comprehensive three-year Michigan Homeland Security Citizen Corp Coordination Plan in consultation with the Michigan Department of State Police and other emergency management entities. The plan shall coordinate the use of volunteer resources in furtherance of homeland security. The plan shall describe emergency response plans for volunteer recruitment and placement in times of state or community declared disasters, state agency coordination plans, and current activities at the state and local levels that may help in the development of the Michigan Citizen Corps. This plan shall be updated on an annual basis and shall be submitted to the Governor and the legislature no later than sixty (60) days after the close of each fiscal year. D. The council shall assist the commission with the preparation of grant and other funding applications submitted to the USA Freed-om Corps and other public and private funding sources for the purposes of implementing the Michigan Citizen Corps initiative. E. Subject to appropriations and other applicable law, the council shall assist the. commission with the establishment of policies and procedures regarding.the;use of grant and other funds. F. The council shall assist the commission with the development and establishment · oflocal Citizen Corps Councils and local Citizen Corps programs. G. The council shall assist the commission~ the development of initiatives to promote community service in coordination with existing programs including, but not limited to, Volunteers in Police Service, Neighborhood Watch, Medical Reserve Corps, the Terrorist Information and Prevention System, and Community Emergency Response Teams. IV. OPERATIONS OF THE COUNCIL A. The Governor shall designate one (1) member of the council to serve as chairperson. This member shall serve as Chair at the pleasure of the Governor. B. The council may proml,llgate bylaws, not inconsistent with law and with this Order, governing its organization, operation and procedure. 3 �C. Members of the council shall not delegate their responsibilities to other persons. A majority of the serving members constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business at a meeting. The council shall act by a majority vote of its serving members. D. The council shall meet at the call of the chairperson and as may be provided in the bylaws of the council. Meetings of the council may be held at any location within the state of Michigan. The council shall meet at least semi-annually. E. The council may, as appropriate, make inquiries, studies, investigations, hold. hearings, and receive cominents from the public. The council may consult with outside experts in order to perform its duties. F. The council may establish one or more subcommittees consisting of council members to investigate and analyze specific issues, consistent with the charge to the · council contained in Section III of this order. The chair of the council, or a member of the council designated by the chair, shall be a member of each subcommittee established by the council. Subcommittees shall recommend proposed actions, plans, comments, formulas, measures~ reports or poliCies to the council, consistent with the council's charge. The council may adopt, reject or modify recommendations proposed by subcommittees. G. Members ofthe council shall serve without compensation. Members of the council may receive reimbursement for necessary travel and expenses according to relevant statutes, rules and procedures of the Department of Management and Budget and the Civil Service Commission. H. The Department may hire or retain such contractors, sub-contractors, advisors, consultants and agents, and may make and enter into contracts necessary or incidental to the exercise of the performance of the council's duties, as the Department Director deems appropriate. Such procurements shall be in accordance with·the relevant statutes, rules and procedures of the Department of Management and Budget and the.Civil Service Commission. I. Subject to appropriations and other applicable law, the council may apply for, receive and expend monies from any source, public or private, including but not limited to, gifts, grants, donations of monies and government appropriations. The council may also accept donations oflabor, services or other things of value from any public or private agency or person. Individual members of the council shall fully comply with the provisions of the Act No. 196 of the Public Acts of 1973, as amended, being Section 15.341 et seq. of the Michigan Compiled Laws, governing the standards of conduct for public officers and employees of the state of Michigan. J. Members of the council shall refer all legal, legislative and media contacts to the Department. K. The council shall be staffed by personnel within the coffimi.ssion as designated by the Executive Director. 4 �V. MISCELLANEOUS A. All departments, committees, commissioners or officers of the state or of any political subdivision thereof shall give to the council, or to any member or representative thereof, any necessary assistance required by the council, or any member of representative thereof, in the performance of the duties of the council so far as is compatible with its, his or her duties; free access shall also be given to any books, records or documents in its, his or her custody, relating to matters within the scope of inquiry, study or investigation ofthe council. B. The invalidity of any portion of this Order shall not affect the validity of the remainder thereof. The provisions of this Executive Order shall become effective upon filing. - -· Given under my hand and the Great Seal of the State of Michigan this .:1 9 day of April, in the Year of our Lord, Two Thousand Two. BY THE GOVERNOR: SECRETARY OF STATE fiLED WITH SECRETARY Of STATE CA~miCE ONI}.;)9~ 5 S. MillER AT 9.;J.O!t1f) �MICHIGAN Governor's COMMUHITY SERVICE Service Awards COMMISSION ===~===================================--==-- 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 presents the awards at Governor's Service awards dinner, which is held each spring. The members of the Governor's Volunteer Service Honor Roll are also honored at the dinner. Awards are presented in six distinguished categories: Governor George Romney Lifetime Achievement Award honors an individual who has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to mmunity involvement and volunteer service. ~ndividuals nominated in this category have made 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. Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award Businesses that demonstrate excellent corporate citizenship by giving back to their community are honored with 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. Nominate a Volunteer Today! If a special volunteer has touched your life or the life of someone you know, nominate them today. To receive a nomination form, visit our web site at www.michigan.gov/mcsc, in the left margin click on Programs & Activities, and then click on Governor's Service Awards. Or contact Kathie Vasilion at vasilionk@michigan.gov or (517) 373-4200. 2004 Nomination Deadline. Nominations for the 2004 Governor's Service Awards must be postmarked by Tuesday, February 17, 2004. 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. The Michigan Community Service Commission is a division of the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth. We are firmly committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation in our programs, activities, and materials. Please call (517) 335-4295 to request accommodation or to obtain materials in an alternate format. �MICHIGAN - "' " ; ~" ~::::'"- _.,:r::L;;;: (_,.,.,';; 0 - ., ~ ~~ COMM'I,SSlON .A__ _ . 't.. - �MICH!GAN Michigan Community Service Commission COMMUNITY SERVICE Revised as of 1018/04 Our mission is to support programs that encourage all Michigan residents to volunteer COMMISSION Ms. Wendy Acho Standard Federal Bank Ms. Kari Pardoe Council of Michigan Foundations Ms. Rani Bahadur Michigan Asian Indian Family Services Mr. Bernard Parker Wayne County Commissioner Ms. Elizabeth Bunn International Union UA W Ms. Jessica Pellegrino General Public Mr. Robert Collier Council of Michigan Foundations Ms. Vivian Rogers Pickard GM Corporation Mr. Jimmie Comer Lear Corporation Dr. Jerry L. Seese Saginaw Township Community Schools Ms. Pamela Faris Office of the Lt. Governor Ms. Meg Smith RSVP of Monroe County Ms. Christine Kwak W. K. Kellogg Foundation Mr. Alphonso Swain Capital Area Center for Independent Living Ms. Brenda Lawrence Mayor, City of Southfield Mr. Michael Thomas Saginaw County Prosecuting Attorney Ms. Nancy Lenz Bronson Hospital Mr. Shaun VanHorn Student, Michigan State University Dr. Russell Mawby W.K. Kellogg Foundation Mr. Thomas Watkins, Jr. Michigan Department of Education Superintendent's Office Daniel Granholm Mulhern Office of the First Gentleman Dr. Donald Newport Alpena Community College Ms. Patricia Ryan O'Day Marquette Monthly Mr. Kenneth Whipple CMS Energy Corporation Ms. Kathy Young-Welch CDL Training School �MICHIGAN Michigan Community Service Commission Revised as of 10112104 COMMUNITY SERVICE Our mission is to support programs that encourage all Michigan residents to volunteer COMMISSION Ms. Wendy Acho Standard Federal Bank 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 Ms. Rani Bahadur 3222 Middlebelt Road West Bloomfield, Michigan 48323 Phone: (248) 682-6295 Fax: (248) 682-6254 E-mail: whitedoverb@aol.com Ms. Elizabeth Bunn International Union UAW 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 Mr. Robert Collier Council of Michigan Foundations One South Harbor Avenue P.O. Box 599 Grand Haven, Michigan 4941 7 Phone: (616) 842-7080 Fax: (616) 842-3010 E-mail: rcollier@cmif.org Asst: Sue Cuddington scuddington@cmif.org Mr. Jimmie Comer Lear Cm:poration 21557 Telegraph Road Southfield, Michigan 48034 Phone: (248) 447-1519 Cell: (313) 220-3536 Fax: (248) 447-1524 E-mail: jcomer01@lear.com Ms. Pamela Faris 4116 Orme Circle Clio, Michigan 48420 Phone: (586) 994-3444 (810) 444-2833 Cell: Fax: (517)241-3956 E-mail: pmfaris@aol.com Ms. Christine Kwak W.K. Kellogg Foundation One Michigan Avenue East Battle Creek, Michigan 49017-4058 Phone: (269) 969-2324 Fax: (269) 969-2619 E-mail: Christine.kwak@wkkf.org Asst: Alicia Santiago-Gancer (269) 969-2050 ASG@wkkf.org Mayor Brenda Lawrence City of Southfield 2600 Evergreen Road Box 2055 Southfield, Michigan 4803 7 Phone: (248) 796-5100 Fax: (248) 796-5105 E-mail:B Lawrence@cityofsouthfield.com Asst: Marty Williams M Williams@cityofsouthfield.com �Ms. Nancy Lenz 3790 Pinto Road Kalamazoo, Michigan 49004 Phone: (269) 345-4864 (h) Cell: (269) 207-5569 Fax: (269) 345-3603 E-mail: njlenz@charter.net ~ 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 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 Dr. Donald Newport President Emeritus PO Box 882 Alpena, Michigan 49707 Phone: (989) 747-0781 E-mail: newportd@alpenacc.edu Ms. Patricia Ryan O'Day Marquette Monthly 424 East Hewitt Avenue Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 226-6500 (w) (906) 228-8315 (h) (906) 226-9696 Fax: E-mail: natryanoday@chartermi.net or marquettemonthly@chartermi.net Ms. Kari Pardoe 500 East Fulton, Apt. 165 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 Phone: (616) 842-7080 Cell: (269) 420-3295 Fax: (616) 842-1760 E-mail: kpardoe@cmif.org Mr. Bernard Parker Wayne County Commissioner 600 Randolph, Suite 416 Detroit, Michigan 48226 Phone: (313) 224-0882 Fax: (313) 963-0018 E-mail: bparker778@aol.com Asst: Loretta France Lfrance@co. wayne.mi. us Ms. Jessica Pellegrino 347 Neff Road Grosse Pointe, Michigan 48230 Phone: (313) 579-4917 wk Cell: (313) 283-4485 E-mail: jpelleg@aol.com Ms. Vivian Rogers Pickard GM Corporation 300 Renaissance Center P.O. Box 300, 482-C27-D76 Detroit, Michigan 48265-3000 Phone: (313) 665-2989 Fax: (313) 665-0746 E-mail: Vivian.pickard@gm.com Asst: Clarice Amerson (313) 665-3210 Amerson.clarice@gm.com 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. Meg Smith 8125 Summerfield Road Lambertville, Michigan 48144 Phone: (734) 856-5998 Cell: (419) 704-4232 E-mail: meg8125summer@yahoo.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) 730-0737 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 915 Lilac Street, Apt. #2 East Lansing, Michigan 48823 Phone: (734) 546-1728 E-mail: vanhoms@umich.edu Mr. Thomas Watkins, Jr. Michigan Department of Education Superintendent's Office P.O. Box 30008 Lansing, Michigan 48909 Phone: (517) 373-9235 Fax: (517) 335-4565 E-mail: watkinstd@michigan. gov Asst: Sheri Carter (517) 241-0494 cartersh@rnichigan.gov 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.corn Asst: Mary Koontz (517) 788-1605 Mckoontz@cmsenergy.corn Ms. Kathy Young-Welch CDL Training School 13800 Tyler Detroit, Michigan 48227 Phone: (313) 272-6940 Fax: (313) 272-6942 E-mail: kyoung welch@cdltrainingschool.net �MCSC Commissioners nted to serve as chair of the MCSC on May 20, Mr. Mulhern was the co-founder of the unF•rn--H~IS!IInas Group, a leadership and :>ni7:>t,inn:>l dev!!lm)mlent firm. Prior to his work in and organizational development, Mulhern law, directed the youth services division for , and raised funds for U of D Jesuit . He has taught leadership at Tufts u .. ,,v.,rsnv. Wayne State and University of Michigan In 1993, he was awarded a W.K. Kellogg Leadership grant which allowed him to is study of leadership with nationally 'r"n,nwrn"t1 scholars. Mulhern was appointed by Granholm in February, 2003, to lead the is chair of Michigan Asian Indian Family is a trustee for the American-India and former member of the State of Board of Psychology. She has been an member since 2002. �Eli;~beth Bunn Treasurer of the UA W Bunn was elected Secretary-Treasurer of at the UAWs 33rd Constitutional r.nr,vAntirm held in June 2002, the highest post held in UAW history. As Secretary, Bunn is the chief financial officer of the directs various administrative departments "'"'cnunmm, Auditing, Building Circulation, Purchasing and Strike "''""""'m'"'· She has been a MCSC member since Collier of Michigan Foundations p,.,..,;ti,<>nt and CEO of the Council of Michigan L-Ull. . . ." ' , Mr. Collier has been an MCSC 2000. He serves on numerous boards the Michigan Nonprofit Association, Association of United Ways, and Michigan League. His career in philanthropy as a program officer with the C.S . .-m,nn,n~rm grants director for the Gannett executive director of Rotary Charities of City, and founding director ofthe Grand Regional Community Foundation. Comer was named president of North American and Diversity for Lear Corporation in ber 2003. Mr. Comer joined Lear in 1987 as of Quality and has held positions as vice president nrA·sirlAnt of several divisions within Lear. Prior to he was employed by Mazda Motor :nr.,nr.,ll~rm and also held various quality-related positions a career with General Motors Corporation. He has a MCSC member since November 2003. �Faris unity Volunteer Faris is the wife of Michigan's Lt. Governor John . Ms. Faris retired from the Genesee County Court in July 2003, where she was the Jury Coordinator for the past 11 years. In that role, instrumental in getting legislation passed to juror pay and raise awareness ofthe mnnn:•nr:<> of jury duty. She strongly believes in the role mentoring can play in the lives of and the community and that is why she is c.;nv<>rnnr Jennifer Granholm and First r.;<>ntlo•m:•n Dan Mulhern expand Mentor Michigan. been a MCSC member since November Lawrence , City of Southfield uo•wn•m:e has served ,..nm•me•n since 2001. She as Mayor of the City also is a Manager the United States Postal Service. She also President of the Southfield City Council, Vice I' resident ofthe Southfield Public School Board, a in Leadership Oakland and Leadership and Founder/Co-President of Support for African American Youth (STAAY). �volunteer and an MCSC member since Lenz is also a trustee for Parchment Schools, a member of the board for 1-lnm.,•wn"""· Inc., of Battle Creek, a member of the of Kalamazoo, and vice president of Harvest Food Bank of South Central ichigan. Newport Community College of Alpena Community College and an member since 1997, Mr. Newport also serves State Board for Osteopathic Medicine and the Education Facilities Commission. He is nr~'"'""nr of Alpena Rotary, the local Chamber of .nn1m''"""• and the United Way of Northeast p,.,,.,;rl .. nt �Patricia Ryan O'Day Marquette Monthly Owner and editor of the Marquette Monthly and an MCSC member since 1999, Ms. Ryan O'Day also serves on the Athena Steering Committee, Family Friendly Community Guide advisory board, MSU Cooperative Extension Service advisory board, NMU Development Fund executive committee/treasurer, and Marquette County RSVP advisory board. In addition, Ms. Ryan O'Day is a member of the board of directors of the Economic Club of Marquette County and The North Wind, the NMU student newspaper. Kari Pardoe Council of Michigan Foundations and Graduate Student at Grand Valley State University A Program Associate with the Council of Michigan Foundations and a graduate student at Grand Valley State University, Ms. Pardoe has been a MCSC member since 1999. She also serves on the America's Service Commission Board and is an active alumni with Phi Sigma Sigma Sorority. Parker uu::nu,, .. County Commissioner Parker has dedicated his life to community public service. He was a co-founder of Operation Down (OGD) in 1971. As a community leader, he provided direct services and programs for the hnnn"'l'""" He also served as executive-on-loan to Public Schools and as Deputy CEO of Responsibility. He was elected as Wayne Commissioner for the eastside District 2 in also sits on numerous boards of ing New Detroit, NAACP, Detroit Fair Banking, St. John Hospital, The •• .,,,,.,,.,,Plan and Southeastern Village. He has a MCSC member since November 2003. �Pellegrino Group and Associates 1-'eneclr.·,nn is a Consultant with SOL Group and is a board member for the American of Commerce, Hispanic Business PAC, Centro Mexicano, and Aurelio Scholarship Fund. She has been an member since 2002. Ch:~ml~er 'k:;~·'Vivian Rogers Pickard :i:· ?;General Motors Corporation Director of community relations and philanthropic ;events for General Motors Corporation and an /MCSC member since 1999, Ms. Pickard is a member of the Board of Directors of the Detroit Urban League and Gleaners Community Food Banks. She is also active in the Renaissance Chapter of The Links, Inc., is chair of the Corporate Linkage Committee for the national Links organization, and is a member of the National Black Association and the Business Policy Review L.Seese Saginaw Township Community .Schools '*\Superintendent of Saginaw Township Community , Schools since 1999 and an MCSC member since · ;ff2002, Mr. Seese has held various positions in the . ~.field of education for 38 years. He is active in many f!organizations, including America's Promise. ;k;Saginaw County Steering Committee; Vision 2020, ·Saginaw County; Junior Achievement Board of Directors; Saginaw Rotary Club, Business Education P::.1rtmm:l1in· United Way Board of Directors; and any other business and educational organizations. �Smith Rt:l•tir.r:.n and Senior Volunteer (RSVP) of Monroe County ~,,,,.,,.,.,.., the Retired and Senior Volunteer of Monroe County and an MCSC member Ms. Smith is also active with Bedford '""~••n.n·~ "Heart of Hope Fund"- a fund raiser annually through a telethon to assist children catastrophic illnesses. -~'"''<2"''''a' Area Center for ~tnrde•oe,nd1ent Living rector at the Capital Area Center for ll:lr,rl<•n"nrl••nt Living and an MCSC member since Swain is president of the Michigan n•··~"''"'" Rights Coalition and serves on the Commission on Disability Concerns and Area Transit Authority Local Advisory �:)haun VanHorn Graduate Student, Michigan State University Shaun VanHorn is a recent graduate of the University of Michigan with a Political Science degree and is currently studying Biochemistry at Michigan State University. He served as Assistant Director/Dorm Supervisor for the University of Michigan Debate Camp and was a Mentor Michigan Program Advisor in the Office of the Governor. Thomas Watkins, Jr. Michigan Department of Education Mr. Watkins assumed the role of Michigan's Superintendent of Public Instruction in April 2001 and has been an MCSC member since 2001. He has served as deputy director. chief deputy director. and director of administration in Michigan's Department of Mental Health. He also served as special assistant to the president for public school initiatives at Wayne State University, playing a key role in creating Michigan's first charter school. Mr. Watkins also served as president and CEO of the Economic Council of Palm Beach County, Florida and executive director of the Education Partnership of Beach County. Ken Whipple CMS Energy Corporation Ken Whipple is chairman of the board of CMS Energy Corporation. In Michigan. CMS is best known as the parent of Consumers Energy. 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 United Way Community Services, · Public Television, and Oakland Family Also. he is chairman of the board of trustees Country Day School and has received community service awards. �Young-Welch has been presenting news and affairs radio and television programming for the years in metropolitan Detroit. She and her are owners and operators of the Drivers License School in Detroit. She as General Manager of the Detroit Public WDTR radio station. Ms. Young-Welch is the 1 of Civic and Government Affairs for and the Manager of Detroit's Promise. She on several community boards and committees. She has been a MCSC member November 2003 �MICHIGAN -~" ~~(:' ~'J; _, ->-<,(;OY~v'-'- ~ ,}.-,' !J~ "' "·COMM/ISSION ,_: - !' \:-:..-.:, ;~ ~~ . . �- MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION STAFF ROSTER The MCSC builds a culture of service by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities thrnn(Th vnluntPPri.~m 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone: (517) 335-4295 Main Fax: (517) 373-4977 Janet Lawson's Fax: (517) 241-3869 Adopt A Part of Michigan Hotline: (888) 797-6272 www.Michigan.gov/mcsc Senior Staff Janet Lawson, Executive Director Direct Line: (517) 335-1013 Cell Phone: (517) 404-9775 E-mail: LawsonJl @michigan.gov Paula Kaiser, Deputy Director Direct Line: (517) 373-1376 Cell Phone: (517) 404-9776 E-mail: kaiserp@Michigan.gov Mary Grill, Director of Communication Direct Line: (517) 335-7875 Cell Phone: (517) 404-4032 E-mail: grillm@Michigan.gov Garry Gross, Dir. of Finance & Admin. Direct Line: (517) 373-8028 Cell Phone: (517) 404-9779 E-mail: grossg@Michigan.gov Program and Support Staff Diana Algra, Learn & Serve Program Officer DirectLine: (517)241-3493 E-mail: algrad@michigan.gov Kimberlee Andrews, Program Officer Direct line: (517) 373-0617 E-mail: andrewsk1@Michigan.gov Tara Gilman, Administrative Assistant Direct Line: (517) 241-2553 E-mail: gilmant@Michigan.gov Effective October 7, 2004 Janice Harvey, Executive Assistant Direct Line: (517) 373-4998 Email: harveyj 1@michigan.gov Michelle Metzmaker, Administrative Assistar Direct Line: (517) 241-3606 Email: metzmakerm 1@michigan.gov Kevin Reeves, Grants Coordinator Direct Line: (517) 373-7152 E-mail:reevesk1 @Michigan.gov Angelia Salas, Program Officer Direct Line: (517) 335-3407 E-mail: salasa@Michigan.gov Megan Sargent, Training and Comm. Coord Direct Line: (517) 241-3494 E-mail: sargentm 1@michigan. gov Kathie Vasilion, Administrative Assistant Direct Line: (517) 373-4200 E-mail: vasilionk@Michigan.gov Jeanine Yard, Program Officer Direct Line: (517) 241-0214 E-mail:yardj@Michigan.gov Andrew Younger, Program Officer DirectLine: (517)335-7952 E-mail: youngera1 @Michigan.gov Gary Zu1inski, Program Coordinator, Michigan Citizen Corps Direct Line: (517) 241-3867 E-mail: zulinskig@michigan.gov �Michigan Community Service Commission Jennifer M. Granholm Governor of Michigan I MCSC Members Dan Mulhern- Chair I Janice Harvey Administrative Assistant Director of Fi~aanie ~~~s!dministration I Vacant Administrative Assistant Director ~~;,~~~nlcation I ~ Paula Kaiser Deputy Director Director of Programs I ! _/ Janet Lawson Executive Director I I I I I I Directo~~~~~grams 11 ~~~r~~~~~ Michigan Citizen Corps ~~~~~~~~s=~~==r=~~~ Kevin Reeves Grants Coordinator Kimberlee Andrews Program Officer AmeriCorps Andrew Younger Program Officer AmeriCorps Jeanine Yard Program Officer Learn & Serve Diana Algra Service-Learning Coordinator Angel/a Salas Program Officer Learn & Serve VIG Megan Sargent Training & Communication I I I Michelle Metzmaker Administrative Assistant AmeriCorps Tara Gilman Administrative Assistant Learn & Serve VIG Kathie Vasilion Administrative Assistant MICHIGAN COMMUNITY Effective October 1, 2004 SERVICE COMMISSION �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING DATES and TIMES FOR 2004 NOON- 4:00 P.M. (Unless otherwise noted) MONDAY, February 9, 2004 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission MONDAY, May 24,2004 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Location: Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, Grand Rapids (Governor's Service Awards Dinner- Volunteerism SuperConference 2004) TUESDAY-WEDNESDAY, October 12-13,2004 (Meeting and Retreat) Location: Brook Lodge, Augusta MONDAY, December 13, 2004 Host: TBD MCSC - Executive Committee Meetings 1048 Pierpont, Ste. 4 Lansing, Michigan 10:00 a.m.- Noon Friday, January 23, 2004 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, April16, 2004 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, June 18, 2004 (added to approve AmeriCorps funding) Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, August, 20,2004 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, November 19,2004 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING DATES and TIMES FOR 2005 NOON-4:00P.M. (Unless otherwise noted) MONDAY, February 7, 2005 Host: TBD Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Location: Dearborn Hyatt (SuperConference I Governor's Service Awards Dinner) THURSDAY & FRIDAY, September 8 & 9, 2005 (Meeting and Retreat) Host and Location: TBD MONDAY, December 12, 2005 Host: TBD MCSC - Executive Committee Meetings 1048 Pierpont, Ste. 4 Lansing, Michigan 10:00 a.m.- Noon Friday, January 21, 2005 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, AprilS, 2005 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, August 19, 2005 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, November 18,2005 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission �MICHIGAN 2004 CALENDAR COMMUNITY MCSC SPONSORED SPECIAL EVENTS SERVICE COMMISSION January 1-31 National Mentoring Month 28-30 Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Council Retreat- Crystal Mountain February 5 Service-Learning Youth Council Meeting- Grand Valley State University 8th Annual Service-Learning Institute- Grand Valley State University 5-6 MCSC Board Meeting- Lansing 9 March 8 Michigan Citizen Corps Council Meeting - Location TBD April 28-29 Superintendents Meeting re: Service Learning- Brook Lodge May 24 MCSC Board Meeting I Governor's Service Awards- Presentation of the Governor George Romney Lifetime Achievement Award at the Volunteer SuperConference - Grand Rapids 24-25 Volunteer SuperConference- Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, Grand Rapids June 14 Michigan Citizen Corps Council Meeting - Location TBD 14-15 Service-Learning Symposium - Lansing 25-26 Michigan's AmeriCorps Signature Service Project- Benton Harbor September 20 Michigan Citizen Corps Council Meeting- CANCELLED 23-24 CERT Train-the-Trainer- CREST Center, Oakland Co. Community College 28-29 Learn & Serve School Based Grantee Meeting- Kellogg Center October 9 Service Learning Youth Council Meeting - MCSC Office 12-13 MCSC Board Meeting and Retreat- Brook Lodge, Augusta 18 Mentor Michigan Regional Training - Mackinac City 19 Mentor Michigan Provider Council Meeting- MCSC Office 20-21 LEARNS Training- Ann Arbor 22 Mentor Michigan Regional Training - Grand Rapids Updated: September 23, 2004 �November 4 Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Celebration- Lansing 5 Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Council Meeting- Lansing 10 Mentor Michigan Regional Training - Detroit December 1-3 Supervisory Kills Training 6 Michigan Citizen Corps Council Meeting- Location TBD 13 MCSC Board Meeting- Location TBD Updated: September 23, 2004 �MICHIGAN 2005 CALENDAR COMMUNITY MCSC SPONSORED SPECIAL EVENTS SERVICE COMMISSION January 1-31 National Mentoring Month 27-28 Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Council Retreat- Location TBD February 7 MCSC Board Meeting - Lansing 17 Service-Learning Youth Council Meeting- Adrian College 17-18 9th Annual Service-Learning Institute - Adrian College March TBD Michigan Citizen Corps Council Meeting - Location TBD 10-11 Michigan's AmeriCorps Program Director Retreat- Location TBD April 18 National Volunteer Week 19-21 Service Learning Regional Workshops 27-28 Superintendents Meeting re: Service Learning- Location TBD May 20-21 Tentative- Russ Mawby Signature Service Project- Location TBD June TBD 14 Michigan Citizen Corps Council Meeting - Location TBD MCSC Board Meeting I Governor's Service Awards- Presentation of the Governor George Romney Lifetime Achievement Award at the Volunteer SuperConference - Dearborn 14-15 Volunteer SuperConference - Dearborn Hyatt 21-22 Service-Learning Symposium- Lansing September TBD Michigan Citizen Corps Council Meeting MCSC Board Meeting and Retreat- Location TBD 8-9 November TBD Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Celebration- Lansing TBD Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Council Meeting- Lansing December TBD Michigan Citizen Corps Council Meeting - Location TBD 12 MCSC Board Meeting- Location TBD Updated: September 23, 2004 � 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, 49415 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 2004/2005 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/88b05c35d39b3ea7ff659da255e59ef9.pdf 26eedbdf915d67aac00e337fe6b195f3 PDF Text Text Michigan Community Service Commission Revised as of 2/1/05 Our mission is to support programs that encourage all Michigan residents to volunteer Ms. Wendy Acho Standard Federal Bank 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.quoin@abnamro.com Ms. Rani Bahadur 3222 Middlebelt Road West Bloomfield, Michigan 48323 Phone: (248) 682-6295 Fax: (248) 682-6254 E-mail: whitedoverb@aol.com Ms. Elizabeth Bunn International Union UAW 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 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 Mr. Jimmie Comer Lear Corporation 21557 Telegraph Road Southfield, Michigan 48034 Phone: (248) 447-1519 Cell: (313) 220-3536 Fax: (248) 447-1524 E-mail: jcomer01@lear.com Ms. Pamela Faris 4116 Orme Circle Clio, Michigan 48420 Phone: (586) 994-3444 Cell: (810) 444-2833 Fax: (517) 241-3956 E-mail: pmfaris@aol.com Ms. Christine Kwak W.K. Kellogg Foundation One Michigan Avenue East Battle Creek, Michigan 49017-4058 Phone: (269) 969-2324 Fax: (269) 969-2619 E-mail: Christine.kwak@wkkf.org Asst: Alicia Santiago-Gancer (269) 969-2050 ASG@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:B_Lawrence@cityofsouthfield.com Asst: Marty Williams M_Williams@cityofsouthfield.com �Ms. Nancy Lenz 3790 Pinto Road Kalamazoo, Michigan 49004 Phone: (269) 345-4864 (h) Cell: (269) 207-5569 Fax: (269) 345-3603 E-mail: njlenz@kcms.msu.edu Ms. Kari Pardoe 500 East Fulton, Apt. 165 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 Phone: (616) 842-7080 Cell: (269) 420-3295 Fax: (616) 842-1760 E-mail: kpardoe@cmif.org 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 Mr. Bernard Parker Wayne County Commissioner 600 Randolph, Suite 416 Detroit, Michigan 48226 Phone: (313) 224-0882 Fax: (313) 963-0018 E-mail: bparker778@aol.com Asst: Loretta France Lfrance@co.wayne.mi.us 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: Mulhernd@michigan.gov Asst: Joan Bowman (517) 335-7422 bowmanj@michigan.gov Dr. Donald Newport President Emeritus PO Box 882 Alpena, Michigan 49707 Phone: (989) 747-0781 E-mail: newportd@alpenacc.edu Ms. Patricia Ryan O’Day Marquette Monthly 424 East Hewitt Avenue Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 226-6500 (w) (906) 228-8315 (h) Fax: (906) 226-9696 E-mail: patryanoday@chartermi.net or marquettemonthly@chartermi.net Ms. Jessica Pellegrino 347 Neff Road Grosse Pointe, Michigan 48230 Phone: (313) 579-4917 wk Cell: (313) 283-4485 E-mail: jpelleg@aol.com Ms. Vivian Rogers Pickard GM Corporation 300 Renaissance Center P.O. Box 300, 482-C27-D76 Detroit, Michigan 48265-3000 Phone: (313) 665-2989 Fax: (313) 665-0746 E-mail: Vivian.pickard@gm.com Asst: Clarice Amerson (313) 665-3210 Amerson.clarice@gm.com 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. Meg Smith Bedford Township Hall 8100 Jackman Rd. PO Box H Temperance, MI 48182 Phone: (734) 847-6791 Ext. 122 Cell: (419) 704-4232 E-mail: msmith@bedfordmi.org 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) 730-0737 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 915 Lilac Street, Apt. #2 East Lansing, Michigan 48823 Phone: (734) 546-1728 E-mail: vanhorns@umich.edu VACANT Michigan Department of Education Superintendent’s Office P.O. 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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 2005 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, Citizen Corps, Learn and Serve, and Mentor Michigan. 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 Janet Lawson 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 B. C. D. E. retreat. Participate in at least one MCSC sponsored special event annually. Make two contacts annually with the state legislature, on behalf of the MCSC. Participate in one or more of the MCSC Standing Committees. Voting members of the 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 Rob Collier Jimmie Comer Wendy Acho Chris Kwak Public Relations Committee Kathy Young-Welch - Chair Wendy Acho Dan Mulhern Al Swain Ken Whipple Updated November 2, 2005 Mayor Brenda Lawrence Kari Pardoe �Michigan Community Service Commission Expiration Dates Members that expire on 10-02-06 Rob Collier Jimmie Comer Pamela Faris Christine Kwak Daniel Mulhern Bernard Parker Al Swain Michael Thomas Kathy Young-Welch 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 Melonie Colaianne Dr. Russell Mawby Donna Niester Marsha Smith Joseph Sowmick Laurie Stupak Larry Williamson Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran Updated December 6, 2005 �MCSC Leadership Council Updated 12/6/05 NOTE: The MCSC Leadership Council consists of all former MCSC Board Members. Ms. Karen Aldridge Eason Ms. Jennifer An to line 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 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 Ms. Chandra Oden 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 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 Detroit 1 �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 W esaw Mr. Ray West (Deceased) Ms. Geneva Jones Williams 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 COMMUNITY 2005-2006 PROGRAM FUNDS SERVICE COMMISSION Total Number of Programs: 47 Total Dollars: $6,841,566 • Michigan's AmeriCorps Number of Programs: 21 Learn and Serve Michigan School-Based Programs Michigan Citizen Corps $377,000 will be used to support Citizen Corps activities Number of Members: 910 Total Dollars Awarded:$ 5,683,493 MICHIGAN~ citizen~corps Number of Programs: 26 throughout Michigan Total Dollars Awarded:$ 781,073 Updated: December 7, 2005 �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE THEMCSC AT A 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 $6.8 million in federal funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities in 2005-06. • We are funding 21 AmeriCorps programs and 26 Learn and Serve programs. The Michigan Citizen Corps boasts 34 countywide councils, 28 local councils, and 1 statewide council. • Together, these MCSC programs serve in all 83 counties in Michigan. • In 2004-05, AmeriCorps and Learn and Serve programs engaged more than 63,000 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 2005-06 program year, the MCSC is providing more than $5.6 million to fund 21 AmeriCorps programs that will involve more than 900 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 of27 volunteers-in 200405 that was more than 26,000 volunteers. 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 mentoring programs throughout the state to recruit, retain, and reward mentors. It also strengthens the capacity of programs through training, research, and forming partnerships with businesses, faith-based and nonprofit organizations, education institutions, and government. Mentor Michigan has developed program standards that support high-quality mentoring in Michigan. 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 $424,131 to 21 K-12 school-based programs, $199,942 to four ISD/Higher Ed partnerships, and $157,000 to the Council ofMichigan Foundation's Learning to Give program. Updated: February 13, 2006- page 1 �• • 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 2003-04 program year, Learn and Serve- Michigan programs involved more than 40,000 youth and 1,300 teachers in service-learning activities. Michigan Citizen Corps The Michigan Citizen Corps help communities prepare for and respond to local emergencies. Volunteers are trained to make communities safer, stronger, and better prepared to respond to emergencies and disasters of all kinds, including threats of terrorism, natural disasters, crime, and public health issues. Citizen Corps Councils are formed in local communities and consist of key leaders including together first responder such as police departments, fire departments, and emergency medical personnel. 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 celebrated 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. In 2006, Jeff Daniels, beloved Michigan film and stage actor, will be joining the Governor and First Gentleman to recognize Michigan's volunteers. In addition to his film, stage, and music credits, Mr. Daniels is the founder and executive director of the Purple Rose Theatre in Chelsea, Michigan. For More Information Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, MI 48913 (517) 335-4295 www.michigan.gov/mcsc Updated: February 13, 2006- page 2 �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY MCSC STOCKPARAGRAPHS 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 2005-06, the MCSC is granting more than $6.8 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 2005-06, the MCSC is granting more than $6.8 million in federal funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities. The MCSC is funding 21 AmeriCorps programs, 27 Learn and Serve programs, In 2003-04, these programs engaged more than 64,000 people in volunteer activities. Stock Paragraph For Grantees (Insert Grantee Name) is funded by the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) through (alan Insert Funding Program Name) grant. The MCSC builds a culture of service by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities through volunteerism. In 2005-06, the MCSC is granting more than $6.8 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~s 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 2~ 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. (0 A representative of local labor 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 described 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 this 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 following: (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 assistance 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 ex:piring 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 Compiled 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 maj01ity 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 information act, Act No. 442 of the Public Acts of 1976, being sections 15.231 to 15246 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 obtaining 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;istance under national service 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 program 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 �,J 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 member of 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 nrember 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 perfonnance 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. Approved--------------------------------------------- 4 �Commissioners' Commitment to Goals I Programs 2005-06 1. Mentor Michigan. Use mentoring and service to create forward movement toward the Cherry Commission goals and Department of Human Services Anti-Poverty Agenda. We will challenge local communities to identify kids at risk of failing and/or dropping out of school. We will link those students with corporations, service clubs and media outlets to move the needle in 2006 toward personal success for kids. Currently these MCSC Commissioners and friends have pledged time to support this committee: Bernard Parker Kyle Caldwell Jerry Seese Pam Faris Mike Thomas Dan Mnlhern Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran Don Newport Kari Pardoe This group will connect the dots to ... 2. Cool Companies/Cool Cities. We will broaden the definition of cool places to live and work to include a service component. We will organize CEO-to-CEO outreach to explain the value ofvolunteerism to companies to assist their organization's volunteer efforts. We will invite these corporations to adopt a school, or kids, who are in need of mentors to link them to successful futures. Currently these MCSC Commissioners and friends have pledged time to support this committee: Wendy Acho Donna Niester Melonie Colaianne Laurie Stupak Jimmie Comer Ken Whipple Russ Mawby Larry Williamson Chris Kwak This group will connect the dots to ... 3. Great media. We will tell the story of Michigan's national leadership position and prototype the Michigan volunteer infrastructure. We will let others know what's great and strong about volunteerism in Michigan. We will tell the positive Michigan story of this coordinated initiative using community and corporate volunteerism to solve large Michigan problems. We will demonstrate the cooperative model between MCSC, CMA, VCM, MNA, MCC and Michigan's Promise. Currently these MCSC Commissioners and friends have pledged time to support this committee: Kyle Caldwell Mike Thomas Rob Collier Shaun VanHorn Joseph Sowmick Larry Williamson Kathy Young-Welch Al Swain Updated December 7, 2005 �Michigan Community Service Commission Retreat Special Emphasis Areas/Commissioner Involvement Mentor Michigan I. Use mentoring and service to create forward movement toward the Cherry Commission goals. Challenge communities to identify kids at risk of dropping out. Link those students with corporations, service clubs, and media outlets to move the needle in 2006 toward success in school. Cool Companies/Cool Cities II. Broaden the definition of cool places to live and work to include a service component. Rely on CEO-to-CEO outreach to explain the value to companies of having organized volunteer efforts. Connect the dots between the mentoring initiative listed above, the Cherry Commission and Cool Cities. Great media III. Tell the story of our national leadership and prototype the Michigan infrastructure. What's great about Michigan regarding volunteerism? �2004-2005 Michigan Community Service Commission Goals Expand PUBLIC RELATIONS to promote mentoring, community service, service-learning, and the Michigan Community Service Commission through: • Consistent and constant reporting of best practices and primary accomplishments from each program area. • Use of "branding" techniques to promote individual programs. • Development of a newsletter to promote the MCSC. • Update, prioritize and implement the MCSC marking plan with the MCSC Public Relations Committee. Pursuit of corporate and private FUNDING for programs and special events through: • Outreach to current and new financial supporters of the Governor's Service Awards (GSA). • A new partnership with the UAW for use of training sites to supplement the current training budget. • The development of new funding streams for Citizen Corps, Learn and Serve, and Mentor Michigan. Expansion of STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS to further develop the mission of the MCSC through: • Increased efficiencies across programs by coordination of program training, funding, and evaluation. • Development of champions for mentoring, service-learning and homeland security. • Develop new partnership with ConnectMichigan Alliance to create an AmeriCorps program to place members in local and regional mentorship programs. �Mentor Michigan, led by Governor Jennifer Granholm and First Gentleman Dan Mulhern, is working to ensure that all youth have ongoing, stable relationships with caring adults. Together with mentoring programs throughout the state, Mentor Michigan supports, strengthens, and sustains Awakening and nuttuting the amazing potential in youth mentoring. How MENTOR MICHIGAN STAY CoNNECTED WITH ACHIEVES ITS MISSION MENTOR MICHIGAN 1. Identifies and secures resources to support the development and sustainability of mentoring programs 2. Recruits talented and committed mentors and connects them with effective programs that serve youth 3. Develops and enhances mentoring partnerships with businesses, faith-based and nonprofit organizations, education institutions, and government (including activities such as Mentor Michigan Sunday) 4. Increases public awareness about mentoring opportunities, needs, and the positive outcomes associated with it 5. Provides training and support for mentoring programs 6. Collects, tracks, and shares information about mentoring activities in Michigan 7. Creates and engages a comprehensive statewide network of mentoring programs 8. Advocates for issues and standards that promote and support high-quality mentoring in Michigan 9. Recognizes the accomplishments of mentors and the organizations that support them 10. Develops champions to promote and support mentoring throughout the state Mentor Michigan Web Site To stay up-to-date on the latest Mentor Michigan activities and information, bookmark the Mentor Michigan web site: www.mentormichigan.org and visit it often. Register Your Program Registered programs are listed in the web-based Mentor Michigan Directory, which is used by potential mentors, businesses looking to support mentoring, children looking for mentors, and more. Registered programs are also involved in a statewide mentoring census. The results of this census provide you with critical facts and data to help you run your mentoring program more efficiently and effectively. To register your mentoring program, visit www.mentormichigan.org and click on the article "Register Your Mentoring Program" on the home page. Join the Michian Mentoring Advocacy Network The Michigan Mentoring Advocacy Network is a grassroots group of organizations and individuals who are interested in educating local, state, and federal policymakers on issues related to mentoring. Members of the Network will be trained to communicate their message efffectively using proper protocol. Join the Mentor Michigan Listserv The Mentor Michigan listserv was created so you learn what's happening around the state with mentoring programs. To join the listserv visit the Mentor Michigan web site at www.mentormichigan.org - MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE MCSC 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone: (517) 335-4295 Fax: (517) 373-4977 www.michigan.gov/mcsc �2005-06 Mentor Michigan Leadership Council and Providers Council KALKASKA CRAWFORD WEXFORD MASON LAKE MISSAUKEE OGEMAW OSCEOLA CLARE GLADWIN MECOSTA ISABELLA MIDLAND MONTCALM GRATIOT IONIA CLINTON ... • • Leadership Council member(s) Providers Coundl member(s) BARRY KALAMAZOO CASS • ST. JOSEPH IOSCO • KENT ... OSCODA EATON CALHOUN .... INGHAM JACKSON • BRANCH HILLSDALE .... LENAWEE MONROE Updated: February 15,2006 �IM[NTOR ,~Michigan Get Connected to Key RecruitmeQt Tools Volunteer Centers When you call (800) VOLUNTEER, you are prompted to enter your zip code. You are then connected to the Volunteer Center serving their community. If a Volunteer Center does not serve your community, you will be referred to the Volunteer Centers of Michigan (VCM). The VCM staff will use the National Mentoring Partnership web site (www.mentoring.org) and other mentoring rosters to provide a list ofmentoring programs in your area. www.mentoring.org This is the National Mentoring Partnership's web site. When you visit this web site, you can enter your zip code to receive a listing of the mentoring programs in their area. Make sure mentoring organizations you know are listed on this web site. Here's how: 1. Visit www.mentoring.org 2. Look on the home page to find the spot that says "Find a local mentoring opportunity" and under this heading is a place to enter a zip code 3. Under the zip code box, click on "Register your organization" 4. Follow the instructions from there Mentor Michigan Directory An electronic directory ofmentoring programs in Michigan will be available online in 2005 at www.mentormichigan.org. National Mento ring Month Resources National Mentoring Month is held in January to increase public awareness around the need for mentors and positive service mentors provide. Beginning in October 2004, the Mentor Michigan web site (www.mentormichigan.org) will have resources you can use for National Mentoring Month. The resources include sample PSAs, news releases, letters to elected officials, etc. �Talking Points 2006 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 30,000 children are being formally mentored. • If you are one of the 30,000 mentors in Michigan, ask a friend! Most people become a mentor because they were asked. • 99 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. that showed only 33 percent of mentors in Michigan are men. The study also showed that while 36 percent of the mentees are children of color, only 24 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 out number male mentors two to one. (Currently 67 percent of mentors are female, while 33 percent are male). • Become a mentor and make a serious commitment! A successful mentoring relationship last for at least one year and meets for at least one hour per week. - MICHIGAN Mentor Michigan is a program of the MCSC 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Ml 48913 (517) 335-4295 www. mentorm ichigan. org COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION �Quality Ptogtarn ~tandatdg fot Youth Mf!ntoti ng 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 Standa rds 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 feed back from mentoring professionals throughout the state at four Regional Trainings in the summer of 20 05. Feedback was also gathered from mentoring programs that were unable to attend a Regional Training. The feedback was incorporated and the Standards finalized by the Mentor Michigan Providers Council in October 2005. Standard 1: DEFINITION 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 relations hip includes: A. Community-based mentoring programs provide for consistent contact between mentors and mentees for a minimum of one calendar year. M eetings must occur several times each month for a minimum of four (4) hours per month. B. School-based mentoring programs 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 mentor s 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 progr am objectives and participant needs. D. Clearly stated program goals and objectives. E. A written position description outlining roles and responsibilities. F. Volunteer opportunities beyond mentoring available within the organization (i.e., special events, fundraisi ng, outreach, office support, committees, etc.). �Standard 3: ELIGIBILITY SCREENING The program screens mentors and mentees for eligibility. The screening process includes: A. For Mentees: a. A written application, which is reviewed by trained staff or volunteers. b. Parent/guardian written permission. c. A face-to-face interview between trained staff or volunteer with the youth and family is highly recommended. B. For Mentors: a. A written application, which is reviewed by trained staff or volunteers. b. A face-to-face interview with trained staff or volunteer is high ly recommended. c. Reference checks (personal and professional). d. A background check which includes: i. State criminal history check by fingerprint (ideal) or name ii. Driving record check and proof of insurance for mentors who wi II transport youth iii. Sex offender registry check e. The following checks are strongly recommen ded: i. Child abuse registry check ii. Local criminal history check iii. A federal criminal history fingerprint check. f. Organization has a process for re-scree ning of existing volunteers on a regular basis. g. Suitability criteria that relate to the needs of the ta rget 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. h. Agreement to complete training and orientation and meet program expectations. C. If the program uses youth mentors, the following apply: a. An application process that includes a parental consent form. b. Face-to-face interview. c. Reference checks of at least two personal non-related adults (one from school staff and one person external to school). d. Agreement to complete training and orientation and meet program expectations. D. Mentor and mentee applications and all relevant data are reviewed for eligibility and acceptance. Standard 4: ORIENTATION AND TRAINING The program provides each mentor, mentee, and parent/guardian of mentee orientation, training and supporting 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 programs and includes the following information: a. Program overview. b. Program description. c. Description of mentor and mentee eligibility and time commitment. d. Program benefits and rewards. B. The program training, which takes place in one or multiple sessions lasting a minimum of two hours, includes: a. A summary of program policies. 2 �b. Description of roles, responsibilities, and expectations. c. Discussion regarding building a healthy mentoring relationship. d. Referral and support services (e.g., libraries, tutoring labs, parks, etc.). e. Age appropriate activities for mentee skill development. f. Cross cultural and diversity awareness training. g. Child abuse reporting and recognition including youth safety issues. h. Crisis management and problem solving resources. i. Information on resources and support services. j. Cultural sensitivity and appreciation. k. Establishing appropriate boundaries. I. Guidelines regarding confidentiality, risk, and liability management. m. Communication skills. n. Explanation of site rules, as applicable. o. Match closure procedures C. Ongoing trainings essions will be provided as necessary. D. Ample opportunity for interaction with the assigned program staff is also provided. Standard 5: MATCHING STRATEGY The program has a well-documented matching strategy. This strategy: A. Is consistent with the program's statement of purpose. 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 foil owing: gender, age, language requirements, availability, disabilities, youth needs, interests, preferences, life experience, and temperament. D. Includes signed statements of understanding that all involved parties (e.g. mentor, mentee, parenUguardian, program) agree to the conditions of the match and the mentoring relationship. E. Matches one trained mentor with no more than four youth for group m entoring. STANDARD 6: MATCH MONITORING PROCESS The program maintains a process that monitors and supports mentoring matches. This process includes: A. Consistent communication between staff, 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. C. Input from mentee, mentor, family, community partners, and/or others significant in the mentee's life D. Management of grievances, boundaries, pre mature match closure, re-matching, and interpersona I problem solving. E. Providing mentors of community-based programs with appropriate health forms, emergency contacts, and permission forms. Standard 7: MENTOR SUPPORT, RECOGNITION, AND RETENTION The program supports the mentor ing relationships, recognizes volunteers, and has strategies volunteer retention. These could include: A. A kick-off event held on a regular basis (e.g. annually, seasonally) B. Ongoing recognition, appreciation activities, and celebration. C. Ongoing peer support groups for volunteers, participants, and others. D. Ongoing training and development. E. Reflection on relevant issues. 3 �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 etc. H. Providing networking opportunities for mentors with appropriate resource organizations. I. Newsletters, annual reports, and other correspondence with mentors, mentees, supporters, and funders to share program accomplishments. J. Structured activities or processes to ease anxieties that may occur at match meetings. K. Social gatherings for matches. Standard 8: MATCH CLOSURE The program has a process for effective match closure, which documents: A. Exit interviews, including efforts and outcomes, between: a. Mentee and staff. b. Mentor and staff. c. Mentor and mentee. B. ParenUguardian notification and communication, when applicable. C. A clearly stated written policy describing appropriate future co ntacts between mentor and mentee. D. Assistance in defining process for achieving personal goals for mentees. E. A process for re-engaging the volunteer as a mentor or in other areas of the program. Standard 9: PROGRAM EVALUATION 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. a. Demographic information for mentors and mentees should be included. B. Outcomes evaluation measures changes in the program participants. a. 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. Based on evaluation findings, the program reflects and refines the program design and operation. D. Evaluation findings are reported to key stakeholders within the program and the community. Standard 10: ORGANIZATIONAL 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 g oals, needs of mentors and mentees, available community resources, staff and volunteer ski II 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. C. Composition of personnel, volunteers, and progr am participants that reflects the diversity of the community, as appropriate for program effectiveness. D. Written procedures and a fund development plan that allow s for diversified resources to support and sustain the program. E. Written eligibility requirements for program participants. F. Registration with Mentor Michigan. 4 �G. A comprehensive system for man aging program information including finances, personnel records, program activity, mentor/mentee matches, and program evaluation. H. A public relations and communication plan to educate the community, stakeholders, and other target markets about the need for mentor ing and the value of the mentoring program. a. Mentor recruitment is part of this plan. 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. A well-defined miss ion C. Established operating policy. D. Established structure for program oversight. E. A written, current strategic planning document that includes community input. F. Written administrative and program policies, including 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 fulllistingyt: "Basic Infrastructure Checklist" (http://www.mnaonline.org/pdf/infrastructure.pdf) and "Principles & Practices for Nonprofit Excellence in Michigan" (http://www.mnaonline.org/pdflprinciples.pdf) 1 Principles & Practices for Nonprofit Excellence in Michigan and Basic Infrastructure Checklist For registered nonprofit organizations in Michigan, Michigan Nonprofit Association, April 2005. 5 �I}A~NTOR r,tMichigan Mentor Michigan Census Key Findings Wave Ill: August 31, 2005 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 three 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 and Wave Ill information covered January 1, 2005 through August 31, 2005. This report includes only the Key Findings from the Wave Ill of the Census. To view the complete report, visit www.mentormichigan.org and click on "Program Resources." Number of Current Mentors Since the Census began, there has been steady growth in the number of active mentors in Michigan. 0 5,000 10,000 15,000 Key Findings from Wave Ill of the Mentor Michigan Census • More than 30,000 Michigan youth benefited from having a mentor in 2005. • 123 organizations completed the Census. • Mentoring organizations responding to the Census are located in 40 of Michigan's 83 counties. Mentoring Program Site Other 13% While there are more community-based programs, more children are served through school-based programs. 47% , - - - - - - - - - - , 13 Community-based llil School-based D Faith-based DBusiness l•Other i �Types of Mentoring Team Group mentoring consists of one adult to 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. Team mentoring consists of a group of adults mentoring a group of youth, with no more than a 1:4 ratio. E-Mentoring 1% DOne to One II Group OPeer OTeam Group 13% II E-Mentoring • As Mentor Michigan has expanded its knowledge around background check processes, we have learned there are a variety of ways of conducting these checks. The Mentor Michigan Census is now tracking both state and federal background checks. The usage of all types of checks remained consistent between Wave II and Ill. • Gender of Mentors and Mentees: 33 percent of mentors are male and 67 percent of mentors are female, while 46 percent of youth served are male and 54 percent are female. Mentor Race Mentee Race Other 1% Arab-American 1% Arab-American Asian-American 1%. Asian-American Native American 1% Native American Other Hispanic Hispanic Caucasian 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% • Mentoring organizations report that 2.5 percent of their mentors have disabilities, while 12 percent of the youth they serve have disabilities. • Mentor Michigan Quality Program Standards for Youth were developed because Mentor Michigan and its Providers Council believe it is vital for Michigan's mentoring programs to operate with the highest possible quality. The Standards are in place in order for youth to receive the most beneficial and productive results from a mentoring relationship. The standards will help parents and guardians as well as those running mentoring programs understand what quality mentoring looks like. In Wave Ill, the MMC compiled data on the implementation of the Standards. For more information and to view the Standards in their entirety, visit www.mentormichigan.org click on "Program Resources." The Standards can be viewed under "Mentor Michigan Quality Program Standards for Youth" and the complete Mentor Michigan Census Wave Ill Standards Report can be viewed under "Mentor Michigan Census." �PROVIDERS COUNCIL LIST 2005-2006 CHAIRPERSON Carole L. Touchinski President and CEO Strategic Solutions Marquette, Michigan MEMBERS Lisa Bottomley MSU Extension Journey Grand Haven, Michigan Mary Lou Boughton Kalamazoo Youth Development Initiative Kalamazoo, Michigan Ms. Janelle Burden Arbor Circle Grand Rapids, Michigan Ms. Julie Chapin MSU Extension- 4-H Youth Development East Lansing, Michigan Mary Sue Christian Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan Traverse City, Michigan Peg Cramer Kentwood Public Schools Kentwood, Michigan Jerry Dash Volunteer in Prevention, Probation and Prisons Detroit, Michigan Mr. Ryan Fewins Saginaw Valley State University Bay City, Michigan Edward J. Hagan Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Lansing Lansing, Michigan Ginna Holmes Alma Public Schools Explore After School Program Alma, Michigan Sylvester Jones, Jr. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint Flint, Michigan Jeannine LaSovage Michigan Reach Out Ann Arbor, Michigan Peggy Lawrence Burns Foster Grandparent and Traveling Grannies/Grandpas Program Grand Rapids, Michigan Ms. Jayne Letts Big Brothers Big Sisters of Marquette County 101 Pioneer Avenue Negaunee, Michigan Kris Marshall Winning Futures Warren, Michigan Fred M. Mester 6th Judicial Circuit Court Pontiac, Michigan Raquel Thueme Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Detroit Southfield, Michigan �IM~NTOR ~Michigan PROVIDERS COUNCIL Contact List 2005-2006 Ms. Lisa Bottomley Extension Educator, 4H Youth Mentoring 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 3303 Breton Road Kentwood, Michigan 49512 Phone: (616) 245-2203 Fax: (616) 245-3577 Email: mccramer@chartermi.net Ms. Mary Lou Boughton Team Member Kalamazoo Youth Development Initiative 709 South Westnedge Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 Phone: (269) 343-2524 Fax: (269) 344-7250 Email: mboughton@kalamazoounitedway.org Mr. Jerry Dash President and CEO Volunteer in Prevention, Probation and Prisons 28 West Adams, Suite 1310 Detroit, Michigan 48226 Phone: (313) 964-1110 Fax: (313) 964-1145 Email: jdash@vipmentoring.org 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. Ryan Fewins Assistant Director Saginaw Valley State University 7400 Bay Road Bay City, Michigan 48710 Phone: (989) 964-4297 Fax: (989) 964-4679 Email: rafewins@svsu.edu Ms. Julie Chapin Program Leader MSU Extension - 4-H Youth Development 160 Agriculture Hall - MSU East Lansing, Michigan 48824 Phone: (517) 432-7608 Fax: (517) 353-6748 Email: chapin@msu.edu Mr. Edward Hagan Executive Director Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Lansing 1235-A Center Street Lansing, Michigan 48906 Phone: (517) 372-0160 Fax: (517) 372-3130 Email: edh@bigimpactmidmi.com 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 Ms. 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 �Mr. Sylvester Jones, Jr. Executive Director Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint 902 East Sixth Street Flint, Michigan 48503 Phone: (810) 235-0617 Fax: (810) 235-0689 Email: sly@bigbrothersbigsistersflint.org The Honorable Fred M. Mester Circuit Judge 6th Judicial Circuit Court 1200 North Telegraph Pontiac, Michigan 48302 Phone: (248) 858-0357 Fax: (248) 975-9792 Email: judgemester@yahoo.com Ms. Jeannine LaSovage Executive Director Michigan Reach Out! 5575 West Liberty Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103 Phone: (734) 747-9280 Email: lasovage@ameritech.net Ms. Raquel Thueme President and CEO Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Detroit 23077 Greenfield Road, Suite 430 Southfield, Michigan 48075 Phone: (248) 569-0600 x245 Fax: (248) 569-7322 Email: villarruelr@bbbs-detroit.com Reverend Peggy Lawrence Burns Program Director Gerontology Network Foster Grandparent and Traveling Grannies/Grandpas Program 456 Cherry Street, SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 Phone: (616) 771-9748 Fax: (616) 771-9767 Email: pburns@michiganseniors.org Ms. Jayne Letts Executive Director Big Brothers Big Sisters of Marquette County 101 Pioneer Avenue Negaunee, Michigan 49866 Phone: (906) 475-7801 Fax: (906) 475-7443 Email: jletts@chartermi .net Ms. Kris Marshall President/CEO Mentoring Solutions - Winning Futures 14301 Parkside Drive Warren, Michigan 48088 Phone: (586) 698-4417 Fax: (586) 698-4532 Email: kris@winningfutures.org 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 �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 President Event Marketing Enterprises, Inc. 7671 Wilson Avenue SW Byron Center, Ml49315 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, Ml 48202 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 Mr. Randolph K. Flechsig President Davenport University 415 E. Fulton St. Grand Rapids, Ml 49503 Phone: (616)451-3511 Fax: (616) 732-1169 Email: randolph.flechsig@davenport.edu Asst: Rose Karsten (616) 245-3030 Rose.karsten@davenport.edu 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: lgillum1@yahoo.com Ms. Joyce Hayes-Giles DTE Energy 2000 Second Avenue, Suite 2435 WCB Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (616) 235-7306 Fax: (616) 235-0930 Cell: (616) 220-0861 Email: hayes-gilesj@dteenergy.com Asst: Sandra Biggars biggars@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 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: Susie Graham (313) 965-8581 sgrim@clarkhill.com �Dr. Harry Knopke President Aquinas College 1607 Robinson Road, SE Grand Rapids, Ml 49506 Phone: (616) 632-2881 Fax: (616) 732-4589 Email: knopkhar@aquinas.edu Asst: Monica Edison edisomon@aquinas.edu Mr. John S. Lore Senior Vice President Detroit Medical Center 253 Jennison Place Bay City, Ml 48708 Phone: (313) 407-1925 cell (313) 578-2251 work Fax: (313) 578-2464 or (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, Ml 48202 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) (906) 226-9696 Fax: E-mail: patryanoday@chartermi.net Ms. Geneva Williams President and CEO City Connect Detroit 163 Madison Street, Third Floor Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 963-9814 Fax: (313) 963-9723 Email: Geneva@cityconnectdetroit.org Asst: Anna Goree anna@cityconnectdetroit. org �- MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE MICHIGAN'S AMERICORPS COMMISSION The $5.6 million investment being made in the 21 Michigan's AmeriCorps' programs results in changed lives-the lives of AmeriCorps members and the lives of those 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 2005-06 program year, the 21 programs are engaging 910 members in a variety of activities focusing on the environment, education, public safety, and human needs. • On average, each Michigan's AmeriCorps member recruits 29 volunteers to help strengthen his or her community. 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. �2005-2006 Michigan's AmeriCorps IRON • • DICKINSON • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •• •• •• • • • • • •• • • • • • • •• • • • • • • KALKASKA CRAWFORD WEXFORD OCEANA MISSAUKEE OGEMAW LAKE OSCEOLA CLARE NEWAYGO MECOSTA ISABELLA GLADWIN GRATIOT MONTCALM Michigan'sAmeriCorps member(s) • serve this county Michigan'sAmeriCorps host site(s) • are located in this county OSCODA I KENT OTTAWA • CLINTON IONIA OAKLAND ALLEGAN CASS BARRY EATON KALAMAZOO CALHOUN ST. JOSEPH BRANCH INGHAM JACKSON HILLSDALE LIVINGSTON WASHTENAW LENAWEE Updated: February 14, 2006 �- MICHIGAN AMERICORPS RAMP PROJECT COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 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 come 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 ,5 00. As the Mullins were already financially 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 Make 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. �- 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 volunteers, I helped build 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 2x10 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 2x1 0 out on the table. Donned my safety 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 MICHIGAN'S AMERICORPS MEMBERS COMMUNITY SERVICE CHANGE LIVES COMMISSION What I Have Learned Through AmeriCorps by Robyn E. Hall, AmeriCorps Oakland AmeriCorps is amazing and an experience that everyone should have. The impact that it has on children is incredible. While they may not always 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 day 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 years 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 (HF A). 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 2005-2006 COMMISSION $245,263 AMERICORPS 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 ext. 3503 Fax: (616) 232-2355 Email: joneil@recrosswcm.org County(ies) Served: Allegan, Arenac, Barry, Bay, Cass, Clinton, Eaton, Gratiot, Hillsdale, Huron, Ingham, Ionia, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Kent, Livingston, Momoe, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana, St. Joseph, Shiawassee, Tuscola, and Washtenaw The AmeriCorps Together We Prepare program (ATWP) engage 18 full-time members at nine of Michigan's American Red Cross Chapters to provide disaster preparedness services to 25 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 $146,300 Tracy Cleveland, Program Director 1200 East Main Street Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Phone: (269) 926-8766 Fax: (269) 934-8536 Email: bgcl ubvo l@parrett.net County(ies) Served: Berrien- City of Benton Harbor Through The Smart Choice Project in Benton Harbor, 12 full-time AmeriCorps members help disadvantaged youth realize their full potential as responsible, productive and caring citizens. 1 Updated February 13, 2006 �Eight 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 of belongingness 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 Amanda Harding 960 Agard Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Phone: (269) 925-1234 Fax: (269) 925-4275 Email: Amandaharding@catholicfamilyservies.org $217,727 County(ies) Served: Berrien The Catholic Family Services- A Great Start AmeriCorps program utilizes 16 full-time and 2 minimumtime 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 while implementing a nationally recognized abstinence education program. The two minimum-time Corps members work with staff to evaluate the progress of the program. 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. $214,222 CHAR-EM lSD AMERICORPS PROGRAM Dennis Halverson, Program Director Charleviox-Emmet County lSD 08568 Mercer Boulevard Charleviox, Michigan 49720 Phone: (231) 54 7-994 7 Fax: (231) 547-5621 Email: halversond~charemisd.org County(ies) Served: Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet The Char-Em ISD 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 2 Updated February 13, 2006 �resolution programs such as Teaching Students to be Peacemakers, No Bullying, Don't Laugh at Me, and Be Cool. $695,230 CITY YEAR DETROIT Nicole Byrd, Service Director One Ford Place, Suite 2A Detroit, Michigan 48202 Phone: (313) 874-6825 Fax: (313) 874-6883 Email: nbyrd@cityyear.org Website: http://www.cityyear.org County(ies) Served: Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne City Year Detroit enrolls 67 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 $321,965 Pandora Brown, Program Director Communities in Schools Detroit 4151 Seminole Detroit, Michigan 48214 Phone: (313) 571-3400 ext. 31 Fax: (313) 571-3404 Email: pandorabrown@cisdetroit.org County(ies) Served: Wayne- City of Detroit Readetroit Corps utilizes 26 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. 3 Updated February 13, 2006 �$250,009 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 Email: j spain@ guidance-center. org Website: http://www.guidance-center.org 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 20 full-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 $130,124 Kerry Wiersma, Program Director 513 East 8th Street, Suite 25 Holland, Michigan 49423-3759 Phone: (616) 392-7159 Fax: (616) 392-5889 Email: kwiersma@goodsamministries.com County(ies) Served: Ottawa Through Good Samaritan Ministries- Faith in Youth, 10 full-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 atrisk 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. 4 Updated February 13, 2006 �HABITAT MICIDGAN'S AMERICORPS PROGRAM Debi Drick, Program Director Habitat for Humanity- Michigan 1000 South Washington Avenue, Suite 102 Lansing, Michigan 48901 Phone: ( 517) 485-1006 Fax: (517)485-1509 Email: ddrick@habitatmichigan.org $392,663 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 full-time, part-time, and summer-time 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. $153,578 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: readcorp@remc8.k12.mi.us County(ies) Served: Ionia The Ionia Intermediate School District AmeriCorps program enrolls 12 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. 5 Updated February 13, 2006 �JUMPSTART FOR YOUNG CHILDREN, INC.- JUMPSTART MICIDGAN Jennifer McDonald, Executive Director 550 W. Washington Blvd., Ste. 200 Chicago, IL 60661 Phone: (312) 575-0643 Fax: (312) 873-4054 Email: jennifer.mcdonald@jstart.org $166,087 County(ies) Served: Washtenaw and Wayne Through Jumpstart Michigan, 85 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 lowincome communities, 2) providing meaningful opportunities for 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- MICHIGAN'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.kl2.mi.us $201,490 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 13 full-time and 5 part-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. 6 Updated February 13, 2006 �$452,000 MENTOR MICIDGAN AMERICORPS Brian VanKley, Program Director ConnectMichigan Alliance 1048 Pierpont, Suite 3 Lansing, Michigan 48911 Phone: (517) 492-2438 Fax: (517) 492-2444 Email: vankley@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 34 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 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. MICHIGAN CAMPUS COMPACT- MICHIGAN SERVICE SCHOLARS Kelly Sappington, Program Director Allison Treppa, Assistant Director Michigan Campus Compact 1048 Pierpont, Suite 3 Lansing, Michigan 48911 Phone: (517) 492-2424 Fax: (517) 492-2444 Email: ksappington@micampuscompact.org $24,000 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 300 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, 150 members serve as mentors, facilitate afterschool programming, and provide homework help to 650 children throughout the year. The primary goal of the remaining 150 members is to strengthen volunteer infrastructure and volunteer management capacity of community- and faithbased organizations by assessing current capacity, developing volunteer recruitment systems and 7 Updated February 13, 2006 �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. $228,873 MICIDGAN 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 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 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. $302,934 MICIDGAN AMERICORPS PARTNERSHIP Addell Anderson, Program Director University of Michigan Edward Ginsberg Center for Community Service and Learning 1024 Hill Street Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-3310 Phone: (734) 647-9423 Fax: (734) 647-7464 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 8 Updated February 13, 2006 �THE MICIDGAN PRIMARY CARE ASSOCIATIONSAMERICORPS HEALTHCORPS John Taylor, Program Director 2525 Jolly Road, Suite 280 Okemos, Michigan 48864 Phone: (517) 3 81-8000 Email: jtaylor@mpca.net $257,313 County(ies) Served: Alcona, Arenac, Ingham, Kent, Monroe, Muskegon, Roscommon, and Wayne. The Michigan Primary Care Association (MPCA) Community Health Corps program engages 20 full-time AmeriCorps members to address patient self-management, school-based 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 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, ACHIEVE THROUH 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 $252,105 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 1brough 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. 9 Updated February 13, 2006 �NEIGHBORHOOD YOUTH DEVELOPMENT $172,981 Lydia Kuyvenhoven, Program Director Camp Fire USA 1257 East Beltline NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525 Phone: (616) 949-2500 x 33 Fax: (616) 949-7081 Email: kuyvenhoven@campfierusawmc.org Website: http://www. grcmc.org/campfire County(ies) Served: Kent Camp Fire USA's Neighborhood Youth Development Program enrolls four full-time and twenty 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. $670,013 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@hbhkfirst.org 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. 10 Updated February 13, 2006 �VOLUNTEER MUSKEGON'S AMERICORPS $188,616 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 County(ies) Served: Muskegon Volunteer Muskegon's AmeriCorps members are placed at several sites in Muskegon County. The 15 full-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 ofMuskegon 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. 11 Updated February 13, 2006 �Michigan Service Scholars Site Supervisor Contact List 2005-2006 Aquinas College Eric Bridge Alma College Anne Ritz Service Learning Coordinator 614 W. Superior Alma, MI 48801 Phone: (989)-463-7366 Fax: (989)-463-7073 ritz@alma.edu County Served- Gratiot House District - 93 Senate District - 32 Baker College -Jackson Kay P. Danby Director, Service Learning 2800 Springport Rd. Jackson,Ml49202 Phone: (517)-789-6123 Fax: ( 517)-789-7331 Kay.danby@baker.edu County Served - Jackson House District - 64 Senate District - 17 Central Michigan University Melissa Bentley AmeriCorps*VISTA Volunteer Center, Bovee University Ctr. 107 Mt Pleasant, MI 48859 Phone: (989)-774-1102 Fax: (989)-774-2153 bentl2mr@cmich.edu County Served - Isabella House District - 99 Senate District - 33 Davenport U/ Warren Jackie Murray Student Life Coordinator 27650 Dequindre Warren MI 48092 Phone: (586)-558-8700 ext 270 Fax: 586-558-7868 Jackie.murray(a{davenport.edu County Served - Macomb House District - 25 Senate District - 9 Coordinator of Service-Learning 1607 Robinson Rd S.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49506 Phone: (616)-632-2490 Fax: (616)-732-4478 bridgeri@aquinas.edu County Served - Kent House District - 76 Senate District - 28/29 Calvin College Lori Gesink Associate Director - Service Learning Center 3201 Burton SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Phone: (616)-526-6455 Fax: (616)-526-6644 lgesink@calvin.edu County Served- Kent House District - 75 Senate District - 28/29 Davenport Ul Grand Rapids Kelly Hernandez Student Life Coordinator 415 E Fulton Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: (616)-7 42-1702 Fax: (616)-732-1178 kelly.hernandez@davenport.edu County Served- Kent House District - 76 Senate District - 28/29 Eastern Michigan University Peggy Harless Asst. Director for Community Service and Leadership EMU Mckenny Union and Campus Life 20 McKenny Union Ypsilanti, MI 48197 Phone: (734)-487-3045 Fax: (734)-480-1927 Peggy.harless@emich.edu County Served- Washtenaw House District - 54 Senate District- 18 �Ferris State University Candice D. Fortman FSU Community Studies Institute 820 Campus Dr. ASC 2108 Big Rapids, MI 49307 Phone: (231 )-591-2846 Fax: (231)-591-2141 candicefortman@fenis.edu County Served - Mecosta House District - 102 Senate District - 35 Grand Valley State U Annie MacLachlan American Humanics, Adjunct Professor 110 KC 1 Campus Drive Allendale, MI 49401 Phone: (616)-331-2362 Fax: (616)-331-2355 maclacan@gvsu.edu County Served - Ottawa House District - 90 Senate District - 30 Kalamazoo College Allison Geist MJUS Institute for Service-Learning 1200 Academy St. Kalamazoo, MI 49006 Phone: (269)-337-7092 Fax: (269)-337-7182 ageist@kzoo.edu County Served - Kalamazoo House District - 60 Senate District - 20 Marygrove College County Served - Wayne House District - 9 Senate District - 5 Grand Rapids C. C. Michael Schavey GRCC Service Learning Center 143 Bostwick A venue NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: (616)-234-4168 Fax: (616)-234-3494 mschavcvr(i;,grcc .edu County Served- Kent House District - 76 Senate District- 28/29 Jackson CommunitJ!. College Shannon Zoet Office of Service Learning 2111 Emmons Rd Jackson, MI 49201 Phone: ( 517)-796-8445 Fax: (517)-796-8632 Shannon L zoet@jccmi.edu County Served- Jackson House District - 64 Senate District - 17 Madonna University Stephen Rahrig 126 Maertens Bldg. 36600 Schoolcraft Rd. Livonia, MI48150 Phone: (734)-432-5370 Fax: (734)-432-5364 srahrig(a{madonna.edu County Served- Wayne House District- 19 Senate District - 6 Michigan State University Laurenza Riojas Office Manager Center for Service-Learning and Civic Engagement 27 Student Services Bldg. East Lansing, MI 48824 Phone: (517)-353-4400 Fax: (517) 353-6663 riojas@msu.edu County Served - Ingham House District - 69 Senate District - 23 �Olivet College Becky Frazier Student Employment Coordinator 320 S. Main Street Olivet, MI 49076 Phone: (269)-7 49-7721 Fax: (269)-749-3821 bfrazier(a{olivetcollege.edu County Served - Eaton House District - 71 Senate District - 24 Schoolcraft College John Titus Director of Career Planning and Placement 18600 Haggerty Rd. Livonia, MI 48152 Phone: (734 )-462-4421 Fax: (734)-462-4522 jtitus@schoolcraft.edu County Served- Wayne House District- 19 Senate District- 6 University_ o(_Michigan/ Flint Christopher Ringler Center for Service Learning & School Partnerships Suite 444 David M. French Hall Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (810)-762-3210 Fax: (810)-237-6501 cringler@umfli nt. edu County Served - Genesee House District - 51 Senate District- 27 Saginaw Valley State U Ryan Fewins Assistant Director for Student Life 7400 BayRd University Center, MI 48710 Phone: (989)-964-4297 Fax: (989)-964-6095 rafewins@svsu.edu County Served - Saginaw House District - 95 Senate District - 32 Western Michigan University Jan Maatman janice.maatman@wmich.edu County Served - Kalamazoo House District - 60 Senate District - 20 �- MICHIGAN LEARN AND SERVE- MICHIGAN COMMUNilY 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: • • • 26 School-Based programs where K-12 teachers tie serviced-learning projects to the regular curriculum. Current funding is $409,146. Four programs that are partnerships between Intermediate School Districts and Higher Education Institutions. Current funding is $199,942. One Community Higher Education School Partnership (CHESP) grant supporting the Council of Michigan Foundation's Learning to Give initiative. Current Funding is $157,000. Service-learning has been shown to: • • • Increase motivation to learn, Lower drop out rates, and Build critical thinking and problem solving skills. �2005-2006 Service-Learning Programs KALKASKA CRAWFORD OSCODA • OGEMAW IOSCO ClARE OCEANA NEWAYGO • Learn and Serve- Michigan School-Based program(s) serve this county MECOSTA •• • •• ••• • • •• • •• •• •• •• GRATIOT IONIA CLINTON • SHIAWASSEE OAKLAND BARRY + Learning to Give program(s) EATON CALHOUN serve this county CASS MIDLAND MONTCALM KENT • ISD/Higher Ed program(s) serve this county ISABELLA ST. JOSEPH BRANCH INGHAM JACKSON HILLSDALE LIVINGSTON WASHTENAW WAYNE LENAWEE Updated: February 14, 2006 �- MICHIGAN COMMUNITY 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 wife 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 the veterans were by the interest 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 352nct 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 SECONDHAND SMOKE COMMISSION Students at ACE High School are concerned ... for themselves, their friends, and their families. Tobacco use is the single leading preventable cause of death in the United States. Although cigarette smoking nationwide among high school students is declining, approximately 80% of tobacco users begin smoking before the age of 18. lfthis 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 .. Choose Not To Smoke Have a Choice, They Don 'tAround Others. Effects 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 of the 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 II COMMUNITY SERVICE 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 got a 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 (YCA T). 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 engages 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 SCHOOL-BASED COMMUNITY ROSTER SERVICE COMMISSION Institutionalization Grant - $24,500 BEDFORD 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 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 2005-06 include expanding the use of service-learning to all buildings in the district and providing all students the opportunity to experience service-learning 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 CARSON CITY-CRYSTAL AREA SCHOOLS Kelly Pringle 115 East Main Street Carson City, Michigan 48811 Phone: (989)584-3138 Fax: (989) 584-3043 E-mail:kpringle@carsoncity.kl2.mi. us Implementation Grant - $15,000 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 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 February 12, 2006 �Implementation Grant - $15,000 CASMAN ALTERNATIVE ACADEMY Matt Somsel 1710 Merkey Road Manistee, Michigan 49660 Phone: (616) 723-4981 Fax: (616) 723-1555 Email: msomsel@manistee.org Casman Alternative Academy's planned to expand service-learning include projects of a longer duration and higher quality by following the Essential Elements of Effective Service- Learning practice. Student responsibilities will increase in creating, designing, evaluating, reflecting upon, implementing, and celebrating projects. Assessments techniques will improve through trainings with their Comprehensive School reform provider. The number and quality of partnerships will increase and become more reciprocal. County(ies) Served: District Only- Manistee County Implementation Grant- $19,650 CLARKSTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS David Reschke 6389 Clarkston Road Clarkston, Michigan 48346 Phone: (248) 623-5413 Fax: (248) 623-5450 Email: reschkdm@clarkston.kl2.mi.us For the 2005-2006 school year Clarkston Community Schools plans to expand on the servicelearning activities that were established during the first implementation year of the grant. There will be an increased focus on teacher professional development. The advisory board will be reenergized. Sources for future funding will be explored. Plans also include increasing school district and community awareness of service-learning. County(ies) Served: District Only- Oakland County 2 Updated February 12, 2006 �CLINTON COUNTY REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AGENCY Institutionalization Grant Brandi Meredith 1013 South U.S. 27, Suite A St. Johns, Michigan 48879 Phone: (989) 224-6831 ext 332 Fax: (989) 224-9574 Email: meredi th@edzone .net $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 servicelearning projects establishing learning communities within the local schools, resource development and dissemination, and strong advisory board guidance. County(ies) Served: Clinton County COUNCIL OF MICHIGAN FOUNDATIONS/LEARNING TO GIVE Kathy Agard CHESP Grant630 Harvey Street Muskegon, Michigan 49442 Phone: (231) 767-3100 Fax: (231) 355-6748 Email: kagard@remc4.k12.mi.us $157,000 20 pilot schools with service-learning experience will be identified from across the state of Michigan. All participating pilot schools will connect curriculum to Michigan standards and benchmarks. The long-range goal of the grant is to increase students' academic performance in the area of social studies; to develop and replicate curriculum lessons, units and materials for perpetuating a civil society through the education of students; and to achieve youth commitment to private citizen action for the common good. The CHESP partnership will develop 120 fieldtested curriculum units in a variety of core content areas including history, government, geography, economics and civics. 3 Updated February 12. 2006 �Implementation Grant- $15,000 CRAWFORD A USABLE SCHOOL DISTRICT Peter Ingvarsson 403 East Michigan A venue Grayling, Michigan 4973 8 Phone: (989) 344-3766 Fax: (989) 348-6822 Email: pingvarsson@casdkl2.net Service-learning in Crawford AuSable Schools will emphasize, history, civic engagement, and environmental science. High school students will work to preserve forests and prevent erosion in the AuSable River. Middle school students will work on water quality and its impact on the community. The elementary grades will combine service-learning with history in order to improve MEAP scores in social studies. County(ies) Served: District Only- Crawford County Institutionalization Grant- $15,000 HEMLOCK PUBLIC SCHOOLS Sue Szott 1095 North Hemlock Road Hemlock, Michigan 48626 Phone: (989) 642-5282 Fax: (989) 642-2773 Email: sueszott@charter.net The main objective of Hemlock Public Schools is to sustain and institutionalize quality servicelearning in the school district. Goals for the 2005-2006 school year include adopting a common definition for service-learning school wide, developing sequential opportunities for students, professional development for teachers based on student needs, efforts to secure a line item in the district budget, and regular evaluations fro program effectiveness and improvement.:. County(ies) Served: District Only- Saginaw County Institutionalization Grant- $15,000 HONEY CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Sue Buczek 1819 South Wagner Road Ann Arbor, Michigan 48106-1406 Phone: (734) 994-2636 ext. 2240 Fax: (734) 994-2203 Email: shuczek@hc.wash.k12.mi.us Over the last three years, Honey Creek Community School has worked to develop program sustainability. The goal for Honey Creek Community Schools is to be recognized as a model of educational integration. In order to do this they will share experiences, strategies and stories with others. The focus for 2005-2006 will therefore be documentation and dissemination of practices, accomplishments, and challenges. County(ies) Served: District Only- Washtenaw County 4 Updated February 12, 2006 �IONIA COUNTY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Deborah Wagner Institutionalization 2191 Harwood Road Ionia, Michigan 48846 Phone: (616) 522-1405 Fax: (616) 527-4731 Email: dawagner@ionia-isd.kl2.mi.us Grant- $24,500 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 service-learning, authentic assessment and curriculum through professional development; 2) increase student learning by integrating service-learning into core curriculum stands, 3) institutionalize servicelearning methodology into the school program to foster system change. County(ies) Served: Ionia Implementation Grant - $24,500 JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS Rebecca Mehall 105 East Michigan Jackson, Michigan 49201 Phone: (517) 841-2284 Fax: (517) 784-2472 Email: rmehall@jpsmail.org Jackson Public Schools will continue its efforts to expand service-learning throughout the district. Goals over the grant period will include: broadening the representation of the advisory council, securing youth representation and voice, staff development across grade levels and content areas, continuing to build a resource library and marketing support and available resources to faculty, and assessment of student and community impact. County(ies) Served: District Only- Jackson County Institutionalization Grant- $15,000 KALEVA NORMAN DICKSON SCHOOLS Deborah Crandell Brethren High School 4400 North High Bridge Road Brethren, Michigan 49619 Phone: (231) 477-5711 Fax: (231) 4 77-5242 Email: crandell(@,manistee.org 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. Service-learning will continue in 2005-2006 with teacher coordinators and established servicelearning coaches reinforcing training with all staff. In addition, every classroom will be invited to participate in a common project. County(ies) Served: District Only- Manistee County 5 Updated February 12, 2006 �Institutionalization Grant - $24,500 L'ANSE CREUSE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Ann Hart 38495 L'Anse Creuse Harrison Township, Michigan 48045 Phone: (586) 783-6400 ext 2036 Fax: (586) 783-6408 Email: hartan@lc-pc.org L'Anse Creuse Public Schools has had a Community Service-Learning Program since 1992. Three goals will be the focus of the 2005-2006 school year. The first goal is to enhance the professional development plan so that all teachers can have training in the service-learning methodology and assistance with project development. The second goal is to expand connections in the community. The third goal is program evaluation. County(ies) Served: District Only- Macomb County LAPEER COUNTY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Institutionalization Grant - $24,500 Annette Gunderson Michigan State University Extension K-12 Service-Learning Center 1996 West Oregon Street Lapeer, Michigan 48446-1198 Phone: (810) 667-0341 Fax: (810) 667-0355 Email: cbg(a),klondyke.net 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 2005-06, at least 2,404 students, 99 teachers/staff, 22 schools, and 62 community partners will participate in service-learning. County(ies) Served: Lapeer Implementation Grant - $24,500 LOWELL AREA SCHOOLS Carla Stone 11700 Vergennes Street Lowell, Michigan 49331 Phone: (616) 987-2900 Fax: (616) 987-2911 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 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 6 Updated February 12, 2006 �Institutionalization Grant - $15,000 NORTH STAR ACADEMY Mary St. Clair 3030 Wright Street P.O. Box 577 Marquette, Michigan 49885 Phone: (906) 226-0156 Fax: (906) 226-0167 Email: mary nsa@yahoo.com North Star Academy has developed a three-tiered approach to service-learning. Students begin to understand the concept of 'global issues' through weekly service at local non-profits. Students are matched according to their strengths and interests to offer the agency skills and services they may need. They gain a deeper 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 research and formulating their own project. County(ies) Served: District Only- Marquette County Implementation Grant - $15,000 SHELBY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Mary Lou Hannigan 155 Sixth Street Shelby, Michigan 49455 Phone: (231) 861-5541 Fax: (231) 861-6764 Email: hannrnl@shelby.kl2.mi.us The goal of the 2005-2006 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 long-term 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 15 hours per school year and covering multiple disciplines. County(ies) Served: District Only- Oceana County 7 Updated February 12, 2006 �Implementation Grant - $24,500 SOUTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS Dr. Wanda Cook-Robinson 24661 Lahser Road Southfield, Michigan 48034 Phone: (248) 746-8580 Fax: (248) 746-8540 Email: cook-robinsonwm@southfield.kl2.mi.us Southfield Public Schools will implement a service-learning program in grades K-12 that will improve academic learning, enhance personal growth and invoke civic responsibility in every student. Full implementation of the program will occur by implementing a professional development plan, soliciting advisory board membership that represents all sectors of the school and community, implementing activities that align with core and non-core curriculum, and involving students in the development and evaluation of service-learning. County(ies) Served: District Only- Oakland County SOUTHGATE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Mary Lou Provost 13201 Trenton Road Southgate, Michigan 48195-1891 Phone: (734) 246-4600 Fax: (734) 283-6791 Email: provostm@sgate.k12.milus Implementation Grant- $24,500 "Teaching Core Democratic Values Through Service-Learning" is an implementation grant of a Learn and Serve-Michigan. 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 in grades 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 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. County(ies) Served: District Only- Wayne County WAYNE-WESTLAND COMMUNITY SCHOOL Lynn Kleiman Malinoff 36745 Marquette Westland, Michigan 48185 Phone: (734) 419-2434 Fax: (734) 595-2439 Email: lmalinof(a)umich.edu Institutionalization Grant - $24,500 Wayne-Westland is committed to expanding service-learning in the 41h grade science curriculum, with a goal of full implementation by 2007. As high schools restructure into smaller learning communities, the district will move towards fuller implementation of service-learning in 11th and l2 1h grade career academies. 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. County(ies) Served: District Only- Wayne County 8 Updated February 12, 2006 �Implementation Grant- $14,981 WILLIAMSTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Kristine Grunwald 3939 Vanneter Road Williamston, Michigan 48895 Phone: (517) 655-2142 ext 7400 Fax: (517) 655-7501 Email: grunwak@wmston.kl2.mi. us The focus of Williamston Community Schools 2005-2006 implementation efforts will be centered on three different strategies. There will be a continuation of professional development centering on the Essential elements of service-learning. There will be an alignment of assessment activities and strategies that insure that school improvement efforts are enhanced and tightly supported through the use of authentic instruction models that support service-learning. Dissemination of models and activities developed by Williamston teachers and students will occur in other districts across the state and nation. County(ies) Served: District Only- Ingham County Institutionalization Grant - $24,500 ZEELAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS Mary Beth Timmer 3390 lOOth Avenue Zeeland, Michigan 49464 Phone: (616) 748-3215 Fax: (616) 748-3210 Email: mtimmer2@zeeland.kl2.mi.us The specific goal during the next programming year is to expand service-learning opportunities by involving more staff members in meaningful projects, thereby allowing more students to participate in high quality sequential service-learning experiences. This goal will be achieved through professional development and expanded community partnerships. County(ies) Served: District Only- Ottawa County 9 Updated February 12, 2006 �Learn and Serve-Michigan ISD/Higher Education Partnership COPPER COUNTRY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT (CCISD) $50,000 Carla Strome, Curriculum Coordinator 809 Hecla, P.O. Box 270 Hancock, Michigan 49930 Phone: (906) 482-4250 Fax: (906) 482-1931 Email: cstrome@ccisd.kl2.mi.us 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 be the northwestern Upper Peninsula. There will be integration of service-learning into summer institutes in social studies for the summer of 2005. Professional development 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 EATON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT $50,000 Charlotte Koger Eaton Intermediate School District 1790 E. Packard Hwy. Charlotte, Michigan 48813 Phone: (517) 543-5500 ext.1158 Fax: (517) 543-4870 Email: ckoger@eaton.k12.mi.us Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Intermediate School Districts and Olivet College continue in their partnership in the Mid- Michigan Learn and Serve Consortium to serve as the regional servicelearning network for this grant. This collaborative effort will continue to focus on implementing, supporting, and expanding service-learning in the mid-Michigan area during the 2005-2006 school year. Collaborative efforts focus on professional development for teachers, promoting quality service-learning experiences for all Olivet College students and pre-service teachers. County(ies) Served: Clinton, Eaton, Ingham 10 Updated February 12, 2006 �MARQUETTE-ALGER REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL SERVIE AGENCY (MARESA) Robert Koehs, Educational Consultant Marquette- Alger Regional Educational Service Agency 321 East Ohio Street Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 226-5116 Fax: (906) 226-5141 Email: bkoehs@maresa.kl2.mi.us $50,000 Marquette- Alger Regional Educational Service Agency (MARESA), in partnership with Northern Michigan University, the Eastern Upper Peninsula Intermediate School District and Lake Superior State University have formed and academic service-learning program called" A Partnership of Service-Teaching, Learning, Experiencing " (APOSTLE). Throughout the project, schools in five Upper Peninsula counties will be targeted for training and support in academic service-learning. MARESA will continue to seek support from current service-learning teachers to train and mentor other teachers and youth in the program design, implementation, and evaluation aspects of service-learning projects and activities. County(ies) Served: Alger, Chippewa, Luce, Mackinaw, Marquette MUSKEGON AREA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT $49,942 Barb Gowell Director, Instructional Services MAISD 630 Harvey Street Muskegon, Michigan 49442 Phone: (231) 767-7217 Fax: (231) 773-1028 Email: bgowell@remc4.kl2.mi.us The Muskegon Area Intermediate School District and Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Learn and Serve Partnership Program will facilitate and expand quality service-learning throughout the MAISD service area, building upon a number of successful existing initiatives, partnerships, and groundwork from the first year of the grant. The goal for 2005-2006 is to continue to provide instructional support in response to data-driven school improvement goals using service-learning methodology. County(ies) Served: Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana 11 Updated February 12, 2006 �MICHIGAN MJCHJGAN*' COMMUNITY SERVICE citizen corps MICHIGAN CITIZEN CORPS COMMISSION The American people are the ultimate stakeholders in the homeland security mission and must be an integral component of national preparedness efforts. Those in the emergency management community have a responsibility and obligation to educate the public on preparedness, provide emergency skills training, and provide opportunities for citizens to participate through volunteer service to support local first responders on an ongoing basis and during an event. Citizen Corps was created to help communities prepare for and respond to local emergencies. They train and engage volunteers to make communities safer, stronger, and better prepared to respond to emergencies and disasters of all kinds, including threats of terrorism, natural disasters, crime, public health issues, etc. Citizen Corps is a component of the USA Freedom Corps that creates opportunities for individuals to volunteer to help their communities prepare for and respond to emergencies. It brings together local leaders, individual volunteers, and the network of first responders such as police departments, fire departments, and emergency medical personnel. The goal is to have all citizens participate in making their communities safer, stronger, and better prepared for preventing and handling threats of terrorism, crime, and disasters of all kinds. Programs of the Michigan Citizen Corps include: • • • • • • Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) Neighborhood Watch Programs Volunteers in Police Service Medical Reserve Corps Citizen Corps Councils Fire Corps Citizen Corps activities are adapted to every community's need and managed locally by a Citizen Corps Council. The Michigan Citizen Corps Council was established in November 2002 and functions as a statewide resource. This 12-member council serves as an advisory committee of the Michigan Community Service Commission and provides direction on issues related to homeland security and the role volunteers can play in disaster preparedness. Michigan currently has 63 local Citizen Corps Councils, which includes 17 new Citizen Corps Councils established in 2005. These local Councils have trained 500 CERT Trainers who, in turn, have trained more than 5000 citizens so they are prepared to help. During the 2005-06 program year, $800,000 is being granted to Michigan Citizen Corps to assist Councils throughout the state to support citizen preparedness. The Michigan Citizen Corps is well known for its innovative programs as the following projects demonstrate: • CERT training materials are being translated into Arabic. • The School Teen School Emergency Response Team (SERT) program is underway in Washtenaw County and reaching out statewide. • CERT Training for all event staff at the three major league sports stadiums in Detroit is almost completed. • The Michigan Citizen Corps Director, Gary Zulinski, in 2004 answered the call to serve as Deputy Director ofFEMA Region V Citizen Corps in Chicago to coordinate all ofthe Citizen Corps members for the hurricane relief effort in Florida. • Citizen Preparedness and Protection is now the 81h National Priority. Updated: December 12, 2005 �2005-06 Michigan Citizen Corps KALKASKA CRAWFORD ... NISTEE WEXFORD .... Michigan Citizen Corps Councils: • Local Councils serve in this county _.. Countywide Councils serve this county 1-8 Michigan Citizen Corps Districts *Districts are based on population of 1.3 million per district with the exception of District 7 MISSAUKEE ... OSCODA • ... LAKE OSCEOLA CLARE NEWAYGO MECOSTA ISABELLA OGEMAW ... .... 6 2 ALLEGAN .... CASS 3 BARRY • ST. JOSEPH 5 Updated: December 7, 2005 �MICHIGAN ?111Wn michigan COMMUNITY SERVICE citizentfcorps MICHIGAN CITIZEN CORPS COUNCIL COMMISSION Michael Bouchard, Chair Melvin Larsen Oakland County Sheriff Larsen and Associates, Inc. Public Policy Consultant Marian Barrera-Young Cliff A. Messing Neighborhood Associations of Michigan President Michigan Firemen's Association President Rochelle Cotey Grace Ranger Public Transportation and Aging of Alger County Director Genesee County Emergency Management Office Director Captain Kriste Etue Lt. Col. Ewin Sansom Michigan State Police Emergency Management Division Deputy State Director Air National Guard Base Director of Operations Paul Hansen Marcia Varble Lutheran Social Services Director of Special Projects Michigan Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters President Antrim County Red Cross Volunteer Coordinator �Michigan Citizen Corps Council December 12, 2005 Sheriff Michael Bouchard Oakland County Sheriffs Department 1201 North Telegraph Road Pontiac MI 48341-1044 Phone: 248.858.5000 Fax: 248.858.1806 ocsd@co.oakland.mi.us Nicole Gee 248.858.5009 geen@co.oakland.mi.us Captain Kriste Etue MSP-EMD 400 Collins Road Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone: 517.333.5043 Fax: 517.333.4987 etuek@michigan. gov Assistant-Karen Welsh 333-5042 welshka@michigan.gov Janet Lawson, Executive Director Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, MI 48913 Phone: 517.335.1013 Fax: 517.241.3869 Lawsonj I @michigan.gov Janice Harvey 517.373.4998 Harveyj l@michigan.gov Grace Ranger, Director Genesee County Emergency Management Office 1101 Beach Street, Room G25 Flint, Michigan 48502 Phone: 810.257.3064 Fax: 810.424.5798 granger@co.genesee.mi.us Rochelle Cotey, Executive Director Alger County Public Transportation P.O. Box 69 Munising, Michigan 49862 Vice Chair, Marquette-Alger Youth Foundation Phone: 906.387.4845 Fax: 906.387.2963 altranco@jamadots.com Paul Hansen, Director of Special Projects Lutheran Social Services 8131 East Jefferson Detroit, Michigan 48214 President, Michigan Voluntary Organization Active in Disasters (VOAD) Phone: 313.823.7700 or 800.421.3060 Fax: 313.823.9604 Cell: 586.506.1717 phans@LSSM .org Melvin Larsen, Public Policy Consultant Larsen and Associates, Inc. 29100 Northwestern Highway, Suite 110 Southfield, Michigan 48034 Phone: 248.356.3484 Fax: 248.358.0756 Cell: 248.408.7150 Mellarsen2@aol.com Cliff A. Messing, President Michigan State Firemen's Association 8826 East Huron Line Road Ruth, Michigan 48470 Phone: 989.864.3751 Fax: 989.864.3751 delfire@.thumbmc.net Lt. Col. Ewin Sansom, Director of Operations Air National Guard Base P.O. Box 695 Alpena, Michigan 49707 Phone: 989.354.6205 Fax: 989.354.6298 Ewin.sansom@micrtc.ang.af.mil Marcia Varble, State Regional Director American Red Cross P.O. Box 129 Bellaire, Michigan 49615 Phone: 231.533.4037 Fax: 231.533.4037 Cell: 231.620.4587 dmvarble@fi·eeway.net Marian Barrera Young NAM President Baxter Neighborhood Association 722 Eastern, SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 Phone: 616.247.9550 Fax: 616.247.9556 HmFax 616.285.7655 Youngbarrera@aol.com or mbarrerayoung@netpenny.net �Citizen Corps Councils Registered in Michigan (Updated December 7, 2005) Michigan Citizen Corps State Point of Contact Contact: Gary Zulinski Title: Program Director Phone: (517) 241-3 867 Fax: (517) 241-3869 Cell: (517) 404-9778 Email Zulinskig@michigan.gov URL: www.michigan.gov/mcsc Calhoun Co Citizen Corps County Councils (34): Contact: Larry Utterback Title: Emergency Manager Address: 161 E. Michigan, Battle Creek, MI 49014 Phone: (269) 969-6430 Email: gbabcock@calhouncountymi.gov URL: http://www.calhounmi.com/default2.htm Alpena County Citizen Corps Cass Co Citizen Corps Contact: Bruce Wozniak Title: Emergency Manager Address: 720 W. Chisholm St, Suite 13 Alpena MI 49707 Phone: (989) 354-9821 Fax(989)354-9828 Email: wozniakb@alpenacounty.org URL: http://www.alpenacounty.org/ Contact: Bernie Williamson Title: Emergency Manager Address: 321 M 62 North, Cassopolis, MI 49031 Phone: (269) 445-8768 Email: northstart(a)beanstalk.net URL: www.casscountymi.org Cheboygan County Citizen Corps Bay County Citizen Corps Contact: Patricia Bostick Title: Solution Area Planner Address: 515 Center Ave, Bay City, MI 48708 Phone: (989) 895-2016 Email: bostickp@baycounty.net Website: http://www .co. bay.mi. us/ Contact: Linda LaChappelle Title: Chairperson Address: 2322 Old Mackinaw Rd, Cheboygan, MI49721 Phone: (231) 627-9471 Email: elach@freeway.net Eastern U.P. Citizen Corps Council Berrien County Citizen Corps Council Contact: Chris Corteville Title: Asst Emergency Manager Address: 919 Port Street, Saint Joseph, MI 49085 Email: ccortevi@berriencounty.org URL: http://www.berriencounty.org Contact: Brian Davie Title: Director Address: 511 Ashmun St, Suite 202, Sault Ste Marie, MI 49783 Phone: (906) 632-8111 Email: ccarc@30below.com URL: http://www.chippewacountymi.gov/ �Eaton County Citizen Corps Council Isabella County Citizen Corps Contact: Jerry Baum Title: Compliance Officer Address: 111 East Lawrence, Charlotte, MI 48813 Phone: (517) 543-8831 Email: jbaum@charlottemi.org URL: www.eatoncounty.org Contact: Deb Birkam Title: Executive Director Address: 2008 East Preston St. Mount Pleasant, MI 48858 Phone: (989) 773-3615 Email: birkam@chartermi.net URL: http://www .isabellacounty. org Genesee County Citizen Corps Kalamazoo County Citizen Corps Contact: Grace Ranger Title: Genesee County Emergency Management Director Address: 1101 Beach Street Room G25 Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (810) 257-3064 Email: granger@co.genesee.mi.us Contact: Paul Baker Title: Coordinator Address: 1500 Lamont Kalamazoo, MI 49048 Phone: (269) 383-8712 Cell: Email: PButler89l@aol.com Gladwin County Citizen Corps Macomb Countv Citizen Corps Council Contact: Robert Duby II Title: Director Address: 501 W. Cedar, Gladwin, MI 48624 Phone: (989) 426-0250 Email: cd I @ejourney.com URL: http://www.multimag.com/county/mi/gladwin Contact: Keith Kuchenmeister Title: emergency Management Aide Address: 10 North Main St. Mount Clemens, MI 48043 Phone: (586) 307-9316 Email: keith.kuchenmeister@macombcountymi.gov URL: http://macombcountymi.gov/ Grand Traverse County Citizen Corps Council Manistee County Citizen Corps Council Contact: Cathy Anthofer Title: Coordinator Campus Security Address: 400 Boardman Ave, Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone: (231) 342-0561 Email: canthofer@nmc.edu Ingham County Citizen Corps Council Contact: Ronda Oberlin Title: Emergency Management Specialist Address: 815 Marshall Lansing, MI 48912 Phone: (51 7) 483-4110 Pager: (517) 228-1399 Email: roberlin@ci.lansing.mi.us Contact: Ken Hilliard Title: Executive Director Address: 1525 E. Parkdale Ave Manistee, MI 49660 Phone: (231) 723-9970 Email: kwhilliard@manistee.com URL: http://www.manistee.com/ Central U.P. (Marquette Co) Citizen Corps Contact: Paula Susmark Title: Executive Director, Central U.P. Chapter of the American Red Cross Address: 129 W. Baraga Avenue, SuiteD Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 228-3659 Email: Pjarcmqt@aol.com �Menominee County Citizen Corps Oakland County Citizen Corps Council Contact: Brian Neumeier Title: Coordinator Address: 839 Tenth Avenue, Menominee, MI 49858 Phone: (906) 863-7779 Email: citizencorps@menomineecounty.com URL: www.menomineecounty.com Contact: Michael Loper Title: Emergency Management Specialist Address: 1200 N. Telegraph Rd Pontiac, MI 48341 Phone: (248) 858-5324 Email: loperm@co.oakland.mi.us URL: www.co.oakland.mi.us/ems Montcalm County Citizen Corps Ogemaw County Citizen Corps Council Contact: Denise Hubbard Title: Executive Director Address: United Way ofMontcalm, P.O. Box 128 Greenville, MI 48838 Phone: (616) 225-1082 Email: dhubbard@mcvolunteerconnections.org Contact: Greg Clark Title: Director Address: 806 W. Houghton Ave. West Branch, MI 48661 Phone: (989) 345-5941 Email: ogemawemd9ll@ogsh.org URL: http://www.infomi.com/county/ogemaw/ Montmorency County Citizen Corps Osceola Co. Citizen Corps Contact: David Utt Title: Emergency Manager Address: 10765 McMurphy Rd, Atlanta MI 49709 Phone: (989) 785-4141 Email: daveutt@i2k.com Contact: Todd Dimock Title: Supervisor Address: 2469 20 Mile Road Marion, MI 49665 Phone: (231) 743-0097 Email: todd Dimock@yahoo.com Otsego County Citizen Corps Muskegon County Citizen Corps Council Contact: Rhona Colbert Title: Vista Member Address: 880 Jefferson Suite A, Muskegon, MI 49442 Phone: 231-722-6600 x 17 Email: homeland@volunteermuskegon.org URL: http://www.co.muskegon.mi.us/ Newaygo County Citizen Corp Council Contact: Robin Paulus Title: Volunteer Resources Center Director Address: 6308 SWarner Ave PO Box 149 Fremont, MI 49412 Phone: (231) 924-0641 EXT 106 Email: rpaulus@nccsweb.org Website: www.nccsweb.org Contact: Tami Phillips Title: Director Address: P.O. Box 1025, Gaylord, MI 49734 Phone: (989) 732-6232 Cell: (989) 858-1451 Email: rsvp(a)freeway.net URL: http://www.otsego.org/ Saginaw County Citizen Corps Contact: Tim Geovese/Linda Owen Address: 111 S. Michigan Ave, Saginaw MI 48602 Phone: 989-790-5434 Email: tgenovese@saginawcounty.com URL: http://www.saginawcounty.com/ Sanilac County Citizen Corps Council Contact: Michelle McDonald Title: Emergency Preparedness Coordinator/RN Address: 171 Dawson St, Sandusky, MI 48471 Phone: 810.648.4098 Email: mailto:citizencorp@sanilachealth.com URL: www.sanilachealth.com �Schoolcraft Co Citizen Corps Council Contact: Phil Krumm Title: Assistant Director Address: 8001 W US Highway 2, Manistique, MI49854 Phone: 906-341-2575 Email: cej@chartermi.net St. Clair County Citizen Corps Council Contact: Jeffrey Friedland Title: Director, Office of Emergency Management Address: 200 Grand River Port Huron, MI 48060 Phone: (810) 989-6325 Email: jfriedland(a)stclaircounty.org Washtenaw County Citizen Corps Contact: Skip Lawver Title: Director Address: 122 Sill Hall, Ypsilanti, MI 48917 Phone: (734) 487-1161 Email: Skip.Lawver@emich.edu URL: CERNS@emich.edu Wayne County Citizens Corps Council Contact: Terri Lokuta Title: Executive Director Address: 10250 Middlebelt Rd, Detroit, MI 48327 Phone: (734) 942-5289 Cell: (313) 215-4679 Email: tlokuta@waynecountyemd.com URL: www.waynecountv.com/ West Central MI Citizen Corps Contact: Rick Norman Title: Director Address: 1050 Fuller NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: (616) 456-8661 Email: rnorman@redcrosswcm.org URL: http://www.co.kent.mi.us/ Wexford County Citizen Corps Contact: Dan McPherson Title: Emergency Manager Address: 820 Carmel St, Cadillac, MI 49601 Phone: 231.775.7602 Email: dmcpherson@wexfordcounty.org �Local Councils (28) Bloomfield Township Citizen Corps Council Contact: David Piche Title: Lieutenant Address: 4200 Telegraph, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302-2038 Phone: 248.433.7745 Email: dpiche@bloomfieldtwp.org Brighton Area Citizen Corps Council Contact: Mike Kennedy Title: Lieutenant Address: 615 West Grand River, Brighton MI 48116-2322 ' Phone: (81 0) 229-6640 Ext. 3 7 Email: mkennedy@brightonareafire.com URL: www.brightonareafire.com Burt Township Citizen Corps Council Contact: Nancy Weston Title: Director Address: P.O.Box 414, Grand Marais MI 49839 ' Phone: (906) 494-2381 Email: ceweston@msn.com URL: http://www.natureinabundance.com/ Burton Citizen Corps Contact: Dennis Lacey Title: Assistant Chief Address: 4090 Manor Dr, Burton, MI 48519 Phone: 810.742.2158 x106 Email: dennis.lacey@ci.burton.mi.us URL: www.burton.com Dearborn Citizen Corps Contact: LT. Bradley Smith Title: CERT Director Address: 16099 Michigan Ave, Dearborn MI 48126 ' Phone: 313.943.5470 Email: bsmith@ci.dearborn.mi.us Dearborn Heights Citizen Corps Contact: Robert Ankrapp Title: Citizen Corps Director Address: 25637 Michigan, Dbn Hts, MI 48127 Phone: (313) 277-7717 Cell: (734) 751-5925 Email: ankrappb@dearbornheightspd.com URL: www.dhol.org Denton Twp Citizen Corps Contact: Carol Asher Title: Township Clerk Address: 2565 S. Gladwin Road, P.O. Box 289 Prudenville, MI 48651 Phone: (989) 366-5913 Email: asher@i2k.net Detroit Citizen Corps Council Contact: Susan Sanderson Title: Director of Homeland Security Address: 151 West Fort Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 596-5196 Email: slaters@detroitmi.gov Dowagiac Citizen Corps Council Contact: Tom Atkinson Title: Chief of Police Address: 241 S Front St Dowagiac, MI 4904 7 Phone: (269) 782-9743 Email: atkinson@dowagiac.org Eaton Rapids Citizen Corps Council Contact: Roger McNutt Title: Fire Chief Address: 101 Line St, Eaton Rapids, MI 488271166 Phone: 517.663.8118 ext 8146 Email: erfd@ci.eaton-rapids.mi.us URL: www.ci.eaton-rapids.mi.us Ecorse Citizen Corps Council Contact: Charles Hunter II Title: Director Address: 3869 W. Jefferson, MI 48229 Phone: (313) 386-2344 Email: chtrill @netscape.com �Farmington Hills Citizen Corps Council Richfield Twp Citizen Corps Council Contact: Lieutenant Timothy Connor Title: Council Contact Address: 31655 West Eleven Mile Road Farmington Hills, MI 48336 Phone: (248) 871-2705 Email: tconnor@ci.farmington-hills.mi.us Contact: Tula Alexander Title: POC Address: 1410 N. St. Helen Rd, St.Helen, MI 48656-0128 Phone: 989.389.7270 Email: tpa48656(a)lvcos.com URL: http://www.roscommoncounty.net/richfield.ht Gerrish Twp Citizen Corps m Contact: Don Granzine Title: President Address: 2997 E Higgins Lake Dr. Roscommon, MI 48653 Phone: (989) 821-6481 Email: gerrish police@gerrishtownship.org Rochester Hills Citizen Corps Council Grand Haven Citizen Corps Contact: Rick Yonker Title: Captain Address: 525 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417 Phone: 616.842.3460 x1153 Email: ryonker@grandhaven.org Highland Twp Citizen Corps Contact: James Crunk Title: Fire Chief Address: 205 John Street, Highland MI 48357 Phone: 248.887.9050 Email: chief-l@htfd.com URL: www.htfd.com Contact: Steve Schnieder Title: Sergeant Address: 750 Barclay Circle. Rochester Hills, MI 48307 Phone: (248) 537-9530 Email: mailto: schnieders@co.oakland.mi. us Rockwood Citizen Corps Contact: Carolyn Smalley Title: Program Coordinator Address: 32409 Fort Street Rockwood, MI 48173 Phone: (734) 379-0560 Email: rmayor@comcast.net St. Johns Citizen Corps Contact: Michael Madden Title: Director of Public Safety Address: 109 E. State St, St. Johns, MI 48879 Phone: 989.224.6721 Email: mmadden@ci.saint-johns.mi.us Northville Township Citizen Corps Sterling Heights Citizen Corps Council Contact: Sgt Matthew Mayes Title: Program Director Address: 41600 Six Mile, Northville Township, MI 48167 Phone: (248) 349-9400 Email: mmayes@northvilletwppd.com URL: www.northvillemich.com/police Pontiac Citizen Corps Contact: Capt Valard Gross/Michelle Boldt Title: Address: 110 E Pike Street Pontiac, MI 48342 Phone: (248) 758-3456 Email: homelandsecurity@pontiac.mi.us URL: http://www.pontiacpolice.com Contact: Robert Johnson Title: Emergency Manager Address: 40333 Dodge Park Road Sterling Heights, MI 48313 Phone: (586) 446-2886 Email: bjohnson@sterling-heights.net URL: http://www.sterling-heights.net �Southfield Citizen Corps Wayne City Citizen Corps Council Contact: Frank Coutts Title: Emergency Management Director Address: 26000 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076 Phone: (248) 796-5992 Email: f coutts@cityof southfield.com URL: http://www.cityofsouthfield.com/main.php Contact: Timothy Reynolds Title: Fire Chief Address: 3300 S. Wayne, Wayne Michigan Phone: 734.722.1111 Email: Citizencorps@ci.wayne.mi.us West Bloomfield Township Citizen Corps Contact: Dan Brown Title: Firefighter Address: 4530 Walnut Lake Rd. West Bloomfield, MI 48325 Phone: (248) 409-1505 Cell: (248) 420-7925 Email: dtbpeer@aol.com URL: www.twp.west-bloomfield.mi.us Lac Vieux Desert-Watersmeet Area Citizen Corps Council Contact: Jim Burke Title: Emergency Services Director Address: P.O. Box 310, Watersmeet, MI 49969 Phone: (906) 358-4577 x FAX: (906) 358-0306 Email: jim.burke@lvdtribal.com Walled Lake Citizen Corps Contact: Kenneth Van Sparrentak Title: Fire Chief Address: 1499 E. West Maple Phone: (248) 960-2045 Email: kvansparrentak@walledlake.com URL: www.walledlake.com Wayne Co Airport Citizen Corps Council Title: Dave DiMaria Title: Emergency Management Coordinator Address: L C Smith Terminal Drive Detroit Metro Airport, Detroit MI 48242 Phone: 734.955.8870 Email: emergency.management@wcaa.us �MICHIGAN Governor's Service Awards COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION The MCSC builds a culture of service 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 made 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 you know, nominate them today. To receive a nomination form, visit our web site 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 Labor and Economic Gro:-vt~· We are firmly committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable ac~ommo~at1on 1n our programs, act1v1t1es, and materials. Please call (517) 335-4295 to request accommodation or to obtam matenals 1n an alternate format. �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION MCSC Commissioners The MCSC builds a culture of service 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 Jerry Seese Superintendent Saginaw Township Community Schools Vice President, Commercial Banking LaSalle Bank Midwest Marsha Smith Elizabeth Bunn Executive Director Rotary Charities of Traverse City Secretary-Treasurer International Union UAW Joseph Sowmick Melonie Colaianne Public Relations Director Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan President and Director of Operations MASCO Corporation Foundation Laurie Stupak Robert Collier Finance Director Stupak For Congress Committee President & CEO Council of Michigan Foundations Alphonso Swain Jimmie Comer Associate Director Capitol Area Center for Independent Living CEO, Comer Holdings Michael Thomas Pamela Faris Saginaw County Prosecuting Attorney Community Volunteer Office of the Lt. Governor Shaun VanHorn Christine Kwak Program Director W.K. Kellogg Foundation Mayor Brenda Lawrence Law Student VACANT Michigan Department of Education Superintendent's Office City of Southfield Kenneth Whipple Russell Mawby Chairman CMS Energy Chair Emeritus, W. K. Kellogg Foundation Larry Williamson Donna Niester Director of James C. Acheson Foundation Chief Financial Officer, Acheson Ventures Kari Pardoe Manager of Community Relations NBA Pistons & WNBA Detroit Shock Bernard Parker Wayne County Commissioner Area Vice President Comcast cable Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran President Kalamazoo College Kathy Young-Welch Owner CDL Training School �Michigan Community Service Commission Revised as of 11/7/05 COMMUNITY SERVICE Our mission is to support programs that encourage all Michigan residents to volunteer CO.Y...,V,!SSiON 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.quoin@abnamro.com 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. Melonie B. Colaianne MASCO Corporation Foundation 21001 Van Born Road Taylor, Michigan 48180 Phone: (313) 792-63 78 Fax: (313) 792-6262 Cell: (313)720-5171 E-mail: Melonie Colaianne@mascohq.com Asst: Fran Sabo (313) 792-6126 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 Mr. Jimmie Comer Lear Corporation 21557 Telegraph Road Southfield, Michigan 48034 Phone: (248) 447-1519 Cell: (313) 220-3536 Fax: (248) 447-1524 E-mail: jcomer01@lear.com Ms. Pamela Faris 4116 Orme Circle Clio, Michigan 48420 Phone: (586) 994-3444 (810) 444-2833 Cell: Fax: (517) 241-3956 E-mail: pmfaris@aol.com Ms. Christine Kwak W.K. Kellogg Foundation One Michigan Avenue East Battle Creek, Michigan 49017-4058 Phone: (269) 969-2324 Fax: (269) 969-2619 E-mail: Christine.kwak@wkkf.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 �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 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: (81 0) 966-0900 Cell: (810) 434-8100 Fax: (810) 966-0990 E-mail:donnan@achesonventures.com Asst: Mary Russell (810) 966-0900 ext. 205 maryr@achesonventures.com Ms. Kari Pardoe NBA Pistons & WNBA Detroit Shock 4 Championship Drive Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326 Phone: (248) 375-4055 Cell: (248) 622-3798 Fax: (248) 377-0309 E-mail: kpardoe@palacenet.com 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) 730-0737 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: larry 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 CDL Training School 13800 Tyler Detroit, Michigan 48227 Phone: (313) 272-6940 Fax: (313) 272-6942 E-mail: kyoung welch@cdltrainingschool.net �MCSC Commissioners ""'o""rn"n to serve as chair of the MCSC, First Ge1ntl~•m~m Daniel G. Mulhern is a champion for the of state volunteerism and community service. He a tireless advocate for kids. In addition to caring 1 own three children, the Governor and First Ge1niiF•m~m have undertaken an enormous effort called that works to insure that all of Mir•hir•,.nlc:. children have the same opportunity to be 'm"'""'""'n and taught by a caring adult. banker, Wendy R. Acho, is currently LaSalle Bank Midwest as Vice Pr~H::irlen,t. ComJmF!rci<al Banking. Wendy provides lth-m;maaeJment strategies that ing affluent markets of minority and wome.n-rlwr•ea enterprises. Along side her business dedicates her talent and time serving on boards including Treasurer, American Arab Commerce; Treasurer, U.S.-Iraqi Chamber r.n.mnner·r.e· Treasurer, Associated Food Dealers of Foundation; Board Member Chair, ChaldeanAmem"'n Chamber of Commerce; Board Member, Contributions Council, umbrella organization Renaissance; Civilian Advisory Board, HnmP·I"n'l1 Security for Wayne County Executive, 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. beth Bunn ~A.r-rA·t::.nv-Treasurer of the UA W Fli;•aheth Bunn was elected Secretary-Treasurer of at the UAWs 33rd Constitutional ~nn•~eotinn held in June 2002, the highest post held in UAW history. As Secretary, Bunn is the chief financial officer of the directs various administrative departments Auditing, Building M"'int,emmc» Circulation, Purchasing and Strike A,::,~i,::f·an'ce~ She has been a MCSC member since �lonie Colaianne •••,., ... ,.,.., Corporation Foundation was appointed president of Foundation in 2005 and position of Director of Corporate she has held since 1998. She corporation and the foundation in ch~tril~thle engagements and oversees Masco's meeting services programs. Ms . .01'""'"'" serves on the board of trustees for the Television Foundation, Oakland Plus l=noonrl:>tiron Cranbrook's Institute of Science, and of Michigan Foundation. She is a Detroit Renaissance's Business ,n""""'"m""'' Council executive committee, the r.nmn111rtitv Leaders' Council of the United Way and 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. r.nrnr.r:>t·inn Collier _,...,,",.,." of Michigan Foundations Rnh,.,rt and CEO of the Council of Michigan Mr. Collier has been an MCSC 2000. He serves on numerous boards the Michigan Nonprofit Association, Association of United Ways, and Michigan IVlurnc;omu League. His career in philanthropy as a program officer with the C.S. , grants director for the Gannett executive director of Rotary Charities of City, and founding director of the Grand T.-... ft~ft Regional Community Foundation. Pr.,•o::iti<>nt l=noonnl:>tio~no:: ie E. Comer North American Joint and Diversity for Lear was named president of North American and Diversity for Lear Corporation in s ...~t•..nho>r 2003. Mr. Comer joined Lear in 1987 as and has held positions as vice president nr"''""""' of several divisions within Lear. Prior to he was employed by Mazda Motor r.nmror:>t·inn and also held various quality-related positions a career with General Motors Corporation. He has a MCSC member since November 2003. �Faris ,._..,,.,,,unity Volunteer is the wife of Michigan's Lt. Governor John . Ms. Faris retired from the Genesee County Court in July 2003, where she was the Jury Coordinator for the past 11 years. In that role, instrumental in getting legislation passed to juror pay and raise awareness of the imr•nrt:>nr-, of jury duty. She strongly believes in the role mentoring can play in the lives of and the community and that is why she is Governor Jennifer Granholm and First r.enllf~m:m Dan Mulhern expand Mentor Michigan. been a MCSC member since November Kwak Kellogg Foundation ram director at the W.K. Kellogg Foundation MCSC member since 2000, Ms. Kwak is the r.n-tn•tnaemr.n-r.n:~tr of the Council on Foundations Grantmaker Forum on Community Service, and serves on various national r.ornm,ii!F!es in the nonprofit sector. renda Lawrence City of Southfield u~111nr, ._.,... .,.,."' has served as Mayor of the City south•fielld since 2001. She also is a Manager the United States Postal Service. She also President of the Southfield City Council, Vice Pre•sident of the Southfield Public School Board, a n,.,,..;,,;n:•nt in Leadership Oakland and Leadership Founder/Co-President of Support African American Youth (STAAY). Mayor Laljlfrl!n(:e has been an MCSC member since 2004. �r. Russell G. Mawby</B< font> K. Kellogg Foundation to the commission on September 13, served as chair until May, 2003. is chair emeritus and trustee of the Foundation. Mawby served as a nrr>nr... m officer, vice president, CEO and chair of Fo1uncjatiion during his 36-year tenure. A nrr>f,..,.,.,,. at Michigan State University, he as a member of MSU Board of he chaired in 1995. Mawby was ""'~nlnt... tt to the Lieutenant Governor's ldren's Commission from 1995 to 1996 and State Officers Compensation Commission 1996 to 1998. While serving as CEO and of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Mawby was instrumental in convening a series of meetings leading to the formation of the MCSC. Annoiint•~d is Director of the James C. Acheson Chief Financial Office for Acheson She is a principal in Austin, Niester, Finnegan, P.C., CPA Firm. Ms. Niester is a Council of Michigan Foundations, Asl;oc:iatiiOn of Small Foundations, and the National Foundations. She serves on the Board of of the Community Foundation of St. Clair County, Huron Hospital and the Blue Water Health Services. Niester has been an MCSC member since 2005. Kari Pardoe NBA Pistons & WNBA Detroit Shock The Manager of Community Relations for the NBA Detroit Pistons and WNBA Detroit Shock, Ms. Pardoe has been a MCSC member since 1999. 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 uv"'"'"'"' County Commissioner Parker has dedicated his life to community public service. He was a co-founder of Operation Down (OGD) in 1971. As a community leader, he provided direct services and programs for the hnnn<>l'"'" He also served as executive-on-loan to Public Schools and as Deputy CEO of Responsibility. He was elected as Wayne r.nmnni"-••intn<>r for the eastside District 2 in also sits on numerous boards of New Detroit, NAACP, Detroit Fair Banking, St. John Hospital, The Plan and Southeastern Village. He has a MCSC member since November 2003. L.Seese Township Community Salr:Jinaw Stun<>rint•mrl<>nt of Saginaw Township Community since 1999 and an MCSC member since Mr. Seese has held various positions in the of education for 41 years. He is active in many rganizations, including America's Promise, aginaw County Steering Committee; Vision 2020, County; Junior Achievement Board of ..-.:........ _. Saginaw Rotary Club, Business Education 1-':::~trtn••r...lhtn· United Way Board of Directors; Bridge Harmany Board of Directors, Saginaw many other business and educational wn,rarv Charities of Traverse City Smith has served as the Executive Director of Charities of Traverse City since 1997. She as the Executive Director of the Grand Regional Community Foundation from 1993to that she served several institutions as a rl"''"lcnnnn<>rlt officer including Interlochen Center for the Grand Traverse Health Care Foundation, Oliver Memorial Hospital and the Women's Center of Traverse City. Ms. Smith has a of community interests and has held a l<>"n"'"'hin roles in environmental, growth matna,ao>rno>lnt cultural, educational, and health She has been an active community l>n1~irr\nn11>rll"l and growth management on the Grand Traverse Planning 9 years. Ms. Smith has been an MCSC member since 2005. �ph Sowmick Chippewa Indian Tribe of ~a1r:11naw V. Sowmick is the Public Relations Director Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan. Sowmick is a graduate of Lansing Community lege and Michigan State University with an , extensive background in media. An award-winning Native photojournalist, Mr. Sowmick currently serves '~1on the Lansing Community College Foundation '<Board, the Central Michigan Community Hospital ;}Board of Directors, the President's Advisory Council ::'of Central Michigan University, and the Saginaw ~..Chippewa Tribal Health Board of Directors. Mr. · is an enrolled member of the Saginaw Indian Tribe and lives on the reservation his wife and daughter. Mr. Sowmick has been Stupak Director for Stupak for r1r.ran1ce is the Finance Director for the Stupak Committee. She served as Mayor of from 1996 to 2003. She has over 20 service and community involvement. is the Past President of the U.P. Coalition, Founding Member of Michigan's and is current a member of the Bay Area 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. ,,u•·•u"~"" n Center for wrrd~~D~!ncter.rt Living at the Capital Area Center for Living and an MCSC member since Swain is president of the Michigan Rights Coalition and serves on the Commission on Disability Concerns and Area Transit Authority Local Advisory :lnr1Pm>nr1Pnt �ichael D. Thomas ;:,ac'Jtnaw County Prosecuting y '"~"li!!Mot'n""l D. Thomas was elected Saginaw County ,,. ·""Prosecuting Attorney in 1990. In 2000, Mr. Thomas '·;;~as a ~ember of an international training tea~ on . " Domesllc Violence Law at Ehwa Women's Umvers1ty in Seoul, Korea, sponsored by the World Bank. This was a multi-disciplinary team which trained Korean police, prosecutors, judges and social workers who were implementing the new Korean Family Violence Act. He also serves on several boards including of the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of and Director of the National District Association of U.S.A. He has been a member since November 2003. n VanHorn Student, Michigan State ~~:artJJI;Jj~,. is a recent graduate of the of Michigan with a Political Science is currently studying Biochemistry at State University. He served as Assistant ,...,,.,_ .... __ tr..,_._ Supervisor for the University of Debate Camp and was a Mentor Michigan ram Advisor in the Office 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, Korn/Ferry International and 14 J.P. Morgan mutual funds. Ken is very involved in the community. He serves on the boards of the United Way Community Services, Detroit Public Television, and Oakland Family Services. Also, he is chairman of board of trustees of Detroit Country Day School has received numerous community service Mr. Whipple has been an MCSC member 2004. �Willliarnsr•n is Area Vice President for :nrr>r.::~st's Grand Rapids-based management team. responsibility for the company's operations in and western Michigan communities, Grand Rapids, Lansing, Jackson, Holland, Battle Creek and Adrian. He na•1ir.iinatF>s in the Grand Rapids Chamber r.n•mrriF>rr,.,'s CEO Roundtable program and of Directors of the Michigan TF>IF>nnmm1.1nir:atinns Association. In Fort Indiana, Mr. Williamson was active in the Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce, where a member of the executive committee and the government and community affairs He also served on the board of the Nnlrm•"'"' 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 r\a.ran1az·oo College was elected President of December of 2004. She assumed in July, having formerly served as Vice Pr,;,siriF>nt of Salem Academy and College. Dr. Wilsonserved as associate professor and chair of riF>I[)artm•~nt of education at Winston-Salem State urnvHrsnv and Visiting Scholar in Education at North WF!siF!van College. A former American Council t:mJca111on Fellow, she spent her fellowship working Pr••siriF>nt and Provost of Wake Forest Dr. Wilson-Oyelaran also taught in the nF>Jnartm•~nt of education and psychology at the un•v.. rsnv of lfe in Nigeria for 14 years and was acting department of psychology for five years. She on several nonprofit boards, including the R.,•,nn,lria House Museum of American Art, the YWCA of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County, Tarheel Triad Girl Scout Council, and Senior Services. Dr. Wilson-Oyelaran has been an MCSC member since 2005. '""""'"zrm College Young-Welch Manager of Detroit Public WDTR Radio Station G~1n~r:a1 Young-Welch has been presenting news and affairs radio and television programming for the in metropolitan Detroit. She and her owners and operators of the r.n,mnlF>nr.ial Drivers License School in Detroit. She as General Manager of the Detroit Public radio station. Ms. Young-Welch is the of Civic and Government Affairs for the Manager of Detroit's Promise. She on several community boards and committees. She has been a MCSC member November 2003. �MICHIGAN MCSC 2006 MEETING DATES **REVISED** COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION THURSDAY, February 16, 2006 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Location: Flint Time: 1:00 pm- 5:00 pm SATURDAY, May 20,2006 Governor's Service Awards Dinner Location: TBD- SE Michigan Time: 5:30pm-9:00pm MONDAY & TUESDAY, May 22-23, 2006 Russ Mawby Signature Service Project Location: Grand Rapids THURSDAY & FRIDAY, September 21-22,2006 (Meeting and Retreat) Location: Inn at St. John's, Plymouth Time: TBD THURSDAY, November 16,2006 Location: Lansing Time: TBD (In conjunction with AmeriCorps Member Celebration) MCSC -Executive Committee Meetings 10:00 a.m.- Noon Friday, January 27, 2006 Friday, April21, 2006 ** Friday, August 18, 2006 Friday, October 20, 2006 **NOTE DATE CHANGE Updated February 14, 2006 �MICHIGAN 2006 CALENDAR COMMUNITY MCSC SPONSORED SPECIAL EVENTS SERVICE COMMISSION January 1-31 National Mentoring Month 26-27 Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Council Retreat- Boyne City 31 Mentor Michigan Providers Council Meeting - Lansing February 16 MCSC Board Meeting- Flint 16-17 lOth Annual Service-Learning Institute- University of Michigan-Flint 21 Governor's Service Awards Nomination Forms must be postmarked by today March 15 Mentor Michigan Leadership Council Welcome Reception - Lansing 16-17 Michigan's AmeriCorps Program Director Retreat- Thompsonville April Mentor Michigan Providers Council Meeting - Lansing 18 National Youth Service Day 22 23-29 National Volunteer Week -Legislator Visits May Michigan Nonprofit SuperConference- Novi Sheraton 2-3 Governor's Service Awards - SE Michigan 20 Russ Mawby Signature Service Project- Grand Rapids 22-23 June 18-20 National Conference on Volunteering and Service- Seattle, WA July 18 Mentor Michigan Providers Council Meeting - Lansing 20-21 AmeriCorps Program Director Meeting w/Ohio and Indiana September 21-22 MCSC Board Meeting and Retreat- Plymouth 27-29 Learn & Serve School Base Grantee Meeting- Lansing 28 Joint AmeriCorps I Learn & Serve Meeting October 21 Service Learning Youth Council (SLYC) Meeting - Lansing 25 Mentoring Statewide Conference - Lansing November 16 MCSC Board Meeting- Lansing 16 Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Celebration- Lansing 17 Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Council Meeting- Lansing Updated: February 12, 2006 � 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, 49417 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 2005/2006 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/c8701d051fc9ef1122e82df2c23497cf.pdf d661a9bb64cbb6866cf01298f3021fac PDF Text Text MCSC Goal: To Create an Epidemic of Volunteerism in Michigan l.October 24, 2005 - first conference call Dan Mulhern Pam Faris Don Newport Jerry Seese Amber Reiss Janet Lawson Provide committee members with Executive summary of Cherry Commission report and DHS anti-poverty agenda Must pick a target to aim at At the highest level - every kid deserves a mentor Everyone should mentor Move the needle How can it work in impoverished areas? Nov - 9 - Follow up for commissioners what have you done in your area Should sub-committee be only commissioners? First have commissioners - add more to create epidemic add community 1 partners Talk to DHS about already formed county boards Look at municipalities - Highland Park, Flint, Saginaw Benton Harbor Dan - Can commissioners use their time and community connections to execute a few things? Janet - Meet with Michigan Chamber of Commerce Janet- Talk to MA Udow and Jocelyn Look at greater Flint chamber Saginaw-Bay City_ midland graduated of Leadership groups Get on DTW Regional Chamber policy conference agenda -draft letter to DWA from Dan asking if we can be on Mackinac policy agenda "Neat and clean to companies - can you mentor and take responsibility Talk to Rayone Patrick at DPS Meet with United Way, ISD, Community Foundations and agencies Have United Way identify strong mentoring agencies in their area, ISD choose schools and then students, chamber help connect with businesses What can a Chamber get that an ISD can't 1 business- I school- I mentoring agency Saginaw Business Education Partnership - Kathy Conklin - back to school reads Connections - career ladders Reach Flint through ISD of Genesee County and United Way �• --- See if communities have a United Way needs assessment 2. October 25, 2005- first conference call: Russ Mawby Laurie Stupak Amber Reiss Janet Lawson Cool Companies - Cool Cities What are Michigan Corporations doing now? Janet will contact the Chamber of Commerce Battle Creek - HOSTS Help one student to succeed Get input from Jimmie, Larry And Ken - what are their corporations doing now? 1 on 10 - ask other identified corporations to join us Ask other commissioners to find out what corporations are doing in their communities Janet - visit JA - copporatetions into classrooms - can service be added to JA, maybe it is already Janet- connect with MCSC alumni and find out what their corporations are doing Janet talked to Karen Gagnon at Cool Cities -They will add MCSC to their site add service component to Cool Cities Janet will follow up to get she and Mary Grill on sub-committees - Education and out-reach committee Art of Cool Conference - Dec. 8 - MCSC exhibit needed Talk to Maxine berman about Centers for Regional Excellence- get link to service o their web site 3. October 27, 2005 -first conference call: � 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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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2006_MCSC-Goals Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2006 goals Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2006 goals. 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, 49418 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 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/6efea5595abfc9063c2c72c7fac55012.pdf 4767cf96c9a35939bb46965bd29acf10 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 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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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 Musette A. Michael MCSC Commissioners January 2008 Breannah Alexander High School Senior Elizabeth Bunn International Union UAW Dear Commissioner: Tony Campbell Heart of West Michigan United Way Melanie Colaianne MASCO Corporation Foundation Robert Collier Council of Michigan Foundations 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." Jimmie Comer Comer Holdings Christine Kwak WK. Kellogg Foundation Lloyd Jackson WJRRadio Lori Jewell 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. State Farm Insurance Janet Lawson Ford Motor Company Joseph Lubig Northern Mich1gan University Russell Mawby Chair Emeritus W K. Kellogg Foundation Susan Meston Muskegon Area Intermediate School District The enclosed information is designed to assist you in your role as a commissioner. It includes: • Quick "Fast Facts" 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 Donna Niester James C. Acheson Foundation Acheson Ventures Bernard Parker Wayne County Commissioner 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). Jerry Seese Saginaw Township Community Schools We are proud to have you represent the MCSC. Again, thank you for your dedication. Marsha Smith Rotary Charities of Traverse City Sincerely, Joseph Sowmick Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan Alphonso Swain Capitol Area Center for Independent Uving Michael Thomas Daniel G. Mulhern Musette A. Michael Saginaw County Prosecuting Attorney Chair Executive Director Larry Williamson Comcast Cable Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran Kalamazoo College �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 of the 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 ofthe 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 ofthe 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 ofvolunteerism" 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 Donna Niester Bernard Parker Advocacy Elizabeth Bunn Jerry Seese Joe Sowmick Mike Thomas Larry Williamson Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran Fund Development Committee Rob Collier Jimmie Comer Chris Kwak Janet Lawson Marsha Smith Larry Williamson Public Relations Committee (Marketing I Communications) Janet Lawson Susan Meston Dan Mulhern Bernard Parker Marsha Smith Updated January 9, 2008 Joe Sowmick AI Swain Mike Thomas Larry Williamson �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY MCSC Initiatives SERVICE COMMISSION AmeriCorps Breannah Alexander (Alums) Baby Boomers Elizabeth Bunn Susan Meston Governor's Service Awards Breannah Alexander Melonie Colaianne Rob Collier Lloyd Jackson Janet Lawson Joe Sowmick Grant Writing Lori Jewell Chris Kwak Learn and Serve Breannah Alexander Jimmie Comer RussMawby Bernard Parker Jerry Seese Marsha Smith Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran Updated February 21, 2008 Mentor Michigan Elizabeth Bunn Jimmie Comer Janet Lawson Russ Mawby Susan Meston Bernard Parker Jerry Seese Marsha Smith Joe Sowmick Mike Thomas Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran Think Tank Rob Collier Lori Jewell Chris Kwak Janet Lawson Bernard Parker �Michigan Community Service Commission Expiration Dates Members that expire on 10-02-08 Melonie Colaianne Joe Lubig Dr. Russell Mawby Donna Niester Marsha Smith Joseph Sowmick Larry Williamson Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran Members that expire on 10-0 1-09 Tony Campbell Rob Collier (term limited) Jimmie Comer (term limited) Christine Kwak Janet Lawson Susan Meston * Daniel Mulhern Bernard Parker (term limited) Al Swain Michael Thomas * The State Superintendent designee Members that expire on 10-0 1-1 0 Breannah Alexander Elizabeth Bunn Lloyd Jackson Lori Jewell Dr. Jerry Seese Updated January 9, 2008 �MCSC Leadership Council Updated 11/30/07 NOTE: The MCSC Leadership Council consists of all former MCSC Board Members. Ms. Wendy Acho Ms. Karen Aldridge Eason Ms. Jennifer Anto line 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 Mayor Brenda Lawrence 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 West Bloomfield I Washington DC 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 Southfield Kalamazoo Traverse City Grand Rapids West Bloomfield Dearborn Detroit Grand Rapids Sparta Alpena 1 �Mr. Don Newport Ms. Patricia Ryan O'Day Ms. Chandra Oden Mr. Joel Orosz Ms. Kari Pardoe 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 Ms. Laurie Stupak Dr. Michael Tate Mr. Shaun VanHorn Mr. Ethan Weinstock Mr. Matthew W esaw Mr. Ray West (Deceased) Mr. Kenneth Whipple Ms. Geneva Jones Williams Ms. Kathy Young-Welch Alpena Marquette Detroit Grand Rapids Detroit Grosse Pointe Detroit Kalamazoo Grand Rapids Saginaw Livonia Kalamazoo Lowell U.P. Traverse City Temperance Romulus Midland Menominee Pullman, Washington Sterling Heights Williamston Lansing Detroit Jackson Detroit Detroit 2 �MICHIGAN 2007-2008 FUNDS GRANTED COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION Total Number of Programs: 56 Total Dollars: $5,901,887 Michigan's AmeriCorps I M/Clf!GAN:~ mWVfEER /Nl'1iS1JlENT il/1.-tVTS Volunteer Investment Grants Number of Programs: 19 Number of Members: 971 Total Dollars Awarded:$ 4,916,489 Learn and Serve School-Based Programs Number of Programs: 14 Total Dollars Awarded:$ 250,000 Learn and Serve Community-Based Organizations Number of Programs: 22 Number of Programs: 1 Total Dollars Awarded:$ 420,252 Total Dollars Awarded:$ 315,146 Updated: February 15,2008 �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION THEMCSC ATA GLANCE 2007-2008 Mission The Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) is building a culture of service by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities through volunteerism. • Administering more than $5.6 million in federal funds statewide to local communities for volunteer programs and activities during 2007-08. • Funding 19 AmeriCorps programs and 23 Learn and Serve programs .. Michigan's AmeriCorps AmeriCorps programs are often described as the domestic Peace Corps. Community organizations host teams of individuals, called members, to implement programs to strengthen local communities. Members are ages 17 and older and usually commit to a one-year term of service. 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 2007-08 program year, the MCSC is providing more than $4.9 million to fund 19 AmeriCorps programs engaging 971 members. During the 2006-07 program year: • Michigan's AmeriCorps members accomplished more than 700,000 service and training hours. • Members recruited, placed, and supported nearly 24,000 community volunteers who gave $3.5 million worth of service. • 559 members successfully completed their term of service and earned $1.55 million in education awards. Mentor Michigan Mentor Michigan is an umbrella organization that supports nearly 200 Michigan mentoring organizations that match children with caring adults. It strengthens mentoring programs by providing resources, program standards, training, recruiting, and networking opportunities. Envisioned and supported by Governor Jennifer M. Granholm and First Gentleman Daniel G. Mulhern, Mentor Michigan has been successfully driving the mentoring movement. • There are 20,603 people mentoring children in Michigan. That's 4,200 more than in 2006 and 11 ,500 more than in 2004, when mentoring programs were first surveyed. • In 2007, Michigan mentoring programs reported a record number of mentoring relationships35,000 children were matched with a caring adult. • Quality Program Standards have been developed to help mentoring organizations manage programs with the highest possible outcomes for the children involved. • Mentor Michigan hosts an annual conference for mentoring professionals to expand their knowledge, network with colleagues, and garner new resources. For more information about Mentor Michigan, visit www.mentormichigan.org. Updated: February 15, 2008- page 1 �Learn and Serve- Michigan Service-learning is a way of teaching and learning that connects meaningful service to the community with the academic areas students are studying in the classroom. This kind of instruction enriches learning, teaches civic responsibility, and fosters personal growth. During the 2007-08 program year, Learn and Serve- Michigan is granting $420,252 to support school-based service-learning for grades K12 in 32 schools and $315,146 for a community-based program. During the 2006-07 program year: • More than 1,700 teachers engaged their students in service-learning activities in 2006-07. • Michigan students completed more than 450,000 service-learning hours in 2006-07. The work of Learn and Serve -Michigan is carried out by the MCSC in partnership with the Michigan Department of Education. Michigan Volunteer Investment Grants Michigan Volunteer Investment Grants (VIG) have supported the volunteer infrastructure by increasing the capacity of organizations so that they are better equipped to mobilize volunteers. • The MCSC currently grants $250,000 to 14 nonprofit organizations to support volunteer initiatives. • VIG funds require a $1 to $1 match. Since its inception in 1998, VIG has leveraged more than $6.5 million in local communities to support volunteer efforts. 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, celebrating Michigan 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 volunteers in Michigan. Awards are also presented to recognize leaders in philanthropy and higher education campus-community partnerships. • The 2008 Governor's Service Awards Nomination Form is available at www.michigan.gov/mcsc and must be postmarked by February 19, 2008. • The 2009 Governor's Service Awards Nomination Form will be available by December 30,2008 at www.michigan.gov/mcsc. For More Information Michigan Community Service Commission I 048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, MI 48913 (517) 335-4295 www .michigan. govI mcsc Updated: February 15, 2008- 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 2007-08, the MCSC is granting more than $5.6 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 2007-08, the MCSC is granting more than $5.6 million in federal funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities. The MCSC is funding 19 AmeriCorps programs and 23 Learn and Serve programs. The Governor's Service Awards, Mentor Michigan, and Volunteer Investment Grants are also premier programs of the MCSC. 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 2007-08, the MCSC is granting more than $5.6 million in federal funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities. �_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. (f) "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 21? 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 oflocal government. (f) A representative of local labor·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 described 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 following: (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 recei¥e assistl!Jlce 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 113 for terms expiring October 1, 1995, 113 for terms expiring October 1, 1996, and 1/3 for terms e.xpiring 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 zrant 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 !-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 15261 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 information act, Act No. 442 of the Public Acts of 1976, being sections 15.231 to 15246 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 v.olunteer participation in all age groups and community-based problem solving by diverse participants. (c) Develop and implement a Centralized system for obtaining 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 t.o 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~ 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 infonnation and materials available through a clearingh.ouse 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 l.mder 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 infonnation about national service programs that receive assistance under national service 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 program 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 nati~nal service programs that receive assistance directly from the corporation or from the state using assistance proVlded 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. ,J 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 nonpolicyrnaking 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 member oLthe 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 ·:m-ember within·the -scope of the member's service on the ~on. (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 perfonnance 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. Approved ------------------------------------- ll)t. Recyc:led 4 ~P~r �,-A~to( ~ www.mentormichigan.org Mentor Michigan, led by Governor Jennifer Granholm and First Gentleman Dan Mulhern, is working to ensure that all youth have ongoing, stable relationships with caring adults. Together with more than 230 mentoring programs throughout the state, Mentor Michigan supports, strengthens, and sustains mentoring 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 Michigan. • Conducting an annual census on the state ofmentoring in Michigan. Wave V Census results, released in January 2008, showed that: • There are 20,603 people mentoring children in Michigan. That's 4,200 more than in 2006 and 11,500 more than in 2004, when mentoring programs were first surveyed. • In 2007, Michigan mentoring programs reported a record number of mentoring relationships-35,000 children were matched with a caring adult. 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 connecting 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 accomp Iishments of mentors and the organizations that support them 10. 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. MICHIGAN MCSC COMMUNITY Mentor Michigan is a program of the Michigan Community Service Commission SERVICE ~·; M M 15 510 N 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 (517) 335-4295 www.michigan.gov/mcsc �('c In 2006-2007, 11 Mentor Michigan AmeriCorps*VISTA members served in the following counties: Macomb, Missaukee, Muskegon, Oakland, Ottawa, St. Joseph, Wayne, and Wexford. One member served statewide-he was based at the MSU Extension office in East Lansing. Key Program Accomplishments: • 259 new community partnerships were developed A great story: In Pontiac, Christopher Sharon partnered with Lunghammer Chevrolet and AXA Advisors to recruit employees as mentors. Christopher helped organize an appreciation luncheon for all partners to promote mentoring and the need for mentors. Over 130 people attended this event. • 142 media coverage of events and activities A great story: In Wexford and Missaukee Counties, AmeriCorps*VISTA member Deb Durden was a guest on WATT radio's January series on mentoring. Durden was also a guest on CCTV's program "The Source" on January 8 and January 15. • 1,012 potential new mentors were referred to mentoring organizations What is a potential new mentor? It is a volunteer who is interested in being a mentor whose information has been given to a mentoring organization. This could include a formal application or someone who expressed interest at a volunteer fair. • 189 presentations and promotions were conducted to recruit mentors A great story: In Muskegon County, AmeriCorps*VISTA member Ray Van De Veer delivered a 20-minute presentation, followed by Q&A, at the Muskegon Kiwanis, Muskegon Ambucs, and Muskegon Rotary Club. • $48,320 in grants were received as a result of Mentor Michigan AmeriCorps*VISTA members' proposals A great story: AmeriCorps*VISTA member Jennifer Baier wrote and received a grant from the Target Foundation. As a result, the Ottawa County Mentoring Collaborative will have opportunities to provide mentor-mentee matches with cultural enrichment activities. • $29,481 in cash contributions leveraged A great story: AmeriCorps*VISTA member Laura Schleede approached local businesses to sponsor the Magic of Mentoring Celebration during Michigan Mentoring Month. Macatawa Bank provided a $500 sponsorship. • $35,740 of in-kind donations were leveraged from local communities A great story: The Cadillac Area Public Schools provided the use of facilities at reduced fees for mentoring events and professionals in the Cadillac area donated their time and expertise to provide mentoring activities to children living in the community. �Another Great Story: AmeriCorps*VISTA member, Susan Fenton, had the opportunity to partner with State Senator Wayne Kuipers (R30th District) to recognize male mentors. In cooperation with the Senator's office, Fenton created the "Senator's Award for Men in Mentoring" which is awarded each month to a different male mentor with one of the 14 mentoring programs in the Ottawa County Mentoring Collaborative. In March 2007, mentor Blaine Sessions, a Kids Hope USA mentor from Allendale, received the first Senator's Award. A local business, the Kuiper-Gieason Group at R.W. Baird, has donated $50 gift certificates to each of this year's winners. The award has received excellent media coverage �('c -z -,-~--A-:Aentot,. ~ www.mentormichigan.org Talking Points 2008 (January 11, 2008) 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 11,819 more children today than in September 2004 (Census 1). There are 20,603 mentors active in Michigan-11 ,500 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 39 percent of mentors in Michigan are men. The study also showed that while 54 percent of the mentees are children of color, only 35 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. o Women mentors outnumber male mentors- currently 61 percent of mentors are female, while 39 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. Visit www.mentormichigan.org or caii1-800-VOLUNTEER for more information. MICHIGAN MCSC COMMUNITY Mentor Michigan is a program of the Michigan Community Service Commission SERVICE COMMISSION 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 (517) 335-4295 www.michigan.gov/mcsc �(' ( __ 'Mrr;tor. MiCHiGAN ~ www. mentormichigan.org 2-1-1 Traditionally, 2-1-1 has worked similar to 9-1-1, with the difference being that people dialed 2-1-1 to get non-emergency human resources help. These services included food banks, shelters, rent and utility assistance, physical and mental health resources, employment support, disaster preparedness and relief, and care for seniors, the disabled, children, and families. • Now, you can dial2-1-1 to give help, such as mentoring, along with finding other volunteer opportunities or to give donations. • Mentor Michigan is currently working with the Michigan Association of United Ways to pilot the 2-1-1 program in several local counties as an easy way to find a mentoring program. • If you live in Jackson, Kent, Macomb, Oakland, or Wayne County, you can now dial 2-1-1 to find a place to mentor. If you do not live in one of these areas, visit www.mentormichigan.org or caii1-800VOLUNTEER for more information. • Currently, 66 percent of Michigan's population has access to 2-1-1 and its resources. MICHIGAN MCSC COMMUNITY Mentor Michigan is a program of the Michigan Community Service Commission SERVICE c0 M M 1 5510 " 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 (517) 335-4295 www.michigan.gov/mcsc �Mentor Michigan Census Wave V: Executive Summary • Wave V of the Mentor Michigan Census (MMC) was conducted in September and October of 2007. One hundred and thirty six mentoring organizations operating 213 distinct programs report that they have matched 28,393 children with a mentor during the last year. This represents the largest number of children having mentors in the state's history, though just slightly more than were counted last year. • With 220 organizations in the Mentor Michigan Registry, this survey achieved a 62% response rate. This is the highest ever recorded for the MMC. As there are organizations that did not report, it is reasonable to estimate that there are more than 35,000 mentoring relationships in the state of Michigan in 2007. • Wave V of the MMC documents 20,603 active mentors. Similar to above, this is the largest number of mentors ever counted in the state of Michigan. It compares to 16,382 mentors counted last wave, an increase of 4,221 new active mentors, continuing the steady increases observed during each wave of the MMC. Number of Active Mentors Wave I vs. Wave II vs. Wave Ill vs. Wave IV vs. Wave V 20,603 0 • 5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000 Measuring another way confirms that the number of mentoring relationships in Michigan is growing. The table below shows that 51% of mentoring organizations report an increase while only 15% report a decrease in number of children matched. Among those organizations reporting an increase, in aggregate, the number matched with a mentor has increased by 3,91 0 since one year ago. Among those reporting a decrease, the aggregate number of matches is down 1 ,078. This yields a net change of 2,832 additional children matched with mentor since last year at this time. Kahle Research Solutions Page 1 �Mentor Michigan Census Wave V: Executive Summary • The number of inquiries to become a mentor received by Michigan's mentoring organizations is down slightly after last year's all time high. This year, there were more than 15,000 inquiries compared to about 17,000 inquiries that were counted during Wave IV. Yet, more of these are serious inquires leading to written applications. More than 9,000 written applications were received this year, compared to 8,000 last year. The data below shows the monthly averages of inquires and written applications received over the five census waves. Mentor Inquiries and Applications Monthly Averages: Wave I vs. Wave II vs. Wave Ill vs. Wave IV vs. Wave V 1500 1000 •Inquiries D Applications 500 0 1/1/04-8/31/04 1/1/04-12/31/04 1/1/05-8/31/05 9/1/05-8/31/06 Wave I Wave II Wave Ill Wave IV WaveV Screening • Many mentoring organizations have improved their screening procedures. This year, slightly more organizations are conducting federal criminal background checks (33% compared to 27% last wave). Similarly, more organizations are using the sex offender registry, child abuse registry, conducting personal character reference checks, checking employment references and conducting home visits and home assessments. Still 3% report that they do none of these to screen mentors. Mentor Demographics • For the first time, this year's MMC shows a substantial increase in the number of boys, especially African-American boys, being mentored. This is, in part, a result of more male mentors being recruited and more cross-race matching. Waiting Lists • There are nearly 3,500 hundred children on waiting lists to be matched with a mentor and more than 1,800 mentors on waiting lists to be matched with a child. Assuming same gender matching, more than 1,000 male mentors need to be recruited to befriend boys currently on waiting lists, more than half of these men of color (assuming same race matching). Kahle Research Solutions Page 2 �QUALITY PROGRAM STANDARDS FOR YOUTH MENTORING (c MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE 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: DEFINITION OF YOUTH MENTORING E. A written position description outlining roles and responsibilities. The program defines mentoring as an ongoing, structured relationship with a trusted individual aimed at developing the competence and potential of the men tee. This relationship includes: 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 offour (4) hours per month. F. Volunteer opportunities beyond mentoring available within the organization (i.e., special events, fundraising, outreach, office support, committees, etc.). �Standard 3: C. If the program uses youth mentors, the following apply: ELIGIBILITY SCREENING The program screens mentors and mentees for eligibility. The screening process includes: 1. An application process that includes a parental 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: ORIENTATION 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. 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. 3. Reference checks (personal and professional). A. The program orientation for mentor, mentee, and 4. A background check which includes: a. State criminal history check by fingerprint (ideal) or name. parent/guardian clearly outlines the program and includes the following information: 1. Program overview. 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. 2. Description of roles, responsibilities, and expectations. A federal criminal history fingerprint check. 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. with appropriate health forms, emergency contacts, and permission forms. 11. Communication skills. Standard 7: 12. Explanation of site rules, as applicable. MENTOR SUPPORT, RECOGNITION AND RETENTION 13. Match closure procedures. C. Ongoing training sessions will be provided 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: and celebration. MATCHING STRATEGY 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: MATCH CLOSURE A. Consistent communication between staff, 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. Standard 8: The program has a process for effective match closure, which documents: A. Exit interviews, including efforts and outcomes, between: 1. 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 men tees. E. A process for re-engaging the volunteer as a mentor or in other areas of the program. Standard 9: PROGRAM EVALUATION 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. G. A comprehensive system for managing program 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: ORGANIZATIONAL 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 mentors 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. Tlu~d(x::umentw:l.'iprin!l-~lLLsingplifalffundinK 4 �PROVIDER COUNCIL CONTACT LIST 2007-2008 Mr. Thomas E. Barnum Mr. Edward Hagan Big Brothers Big Sisters Kalamazoo Big Brothers Big Sisters Michigan Capital Region Lansing Ms. Lisa Bottomley Ms. Janelle Hill MSU Extension Journey Program Grand Haven Arbor Circle Grand Rapids Ms. Julie Chapin Ms. Ginna Holmes MSU Extension- 4-H Youth Development East Lansing Alma College Alma Mr. Frank Cox Ms. layne Letts MSU Extension - Muskegon County 4-H Programs Muskegon Big Brothers Big Sisters of Marquette County Negaunee Ms. Peg Cramer Ms. Michelle Malamis Kentwood Public Schools Kentwood Jewish Family Services West Bloomfield Mr. Jerry Dash Ms. Kris Marshall Volunteer in Prevention, Inc. Detroit Mentoring Solutions Warren Ms. Trish Fiebing Ms. Mary Schusterbauer Traverse City Area Public Schools Traverse City Oakland County Circuit Court- Family Division Pontiac Mr. Alex Gossage Ms. Michelle Soucy Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living Ann Arbor Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Detroit Southfield Dr. Virgil Gulker Ms. Reta Stanley KIDS HOPE USA Zeeland Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint Flint �PROVIDER COUNCIL CONTACT LIST 2007-2008 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. 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 Ms. Lisa Bottomley Extension Educator, 4H Youth Mentoring MSU Extension Journey Program 333 Clinton Street Grand Haven, Michigan 49417 Phone: (616) 846-8250 Fax: (616) 846-0655 Email: lbottoml@msu.edu 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 Phone: (517) 432-7608 Fax: (517) 353-6748 Email: chapin@msu.edu Mr. Alex Gossage Special Project Coordinator Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living 2568 Packard Road Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104 Phone: (734) 971-0277 x.25 Fax: (734) 971-0826 Email: agossage@aacil.org Mr. Frank Cox Extension Educator, 4H Youth Development MSU Extension- Muskegon County 4-H Programs 97 East Apple Avenue Muskegon, Michigan 49442 Phone: (231) 724-4738 Fax: (231) 724-4409 Email: coxf@msu.edu Dr. Virgil Gulker Executive Director and Founder KIDS HOPE USA 100 Pine Street, Suite 280 Zeeland, Michigan 49464 Phone: (616) 546-3580 Fax: (616) 546-3586 Email: vgulker@kidshopeusa .org 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 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: edward.hagan@bbbs.org 1 �Ms. Janelle Hill 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 Ms. Michelle Soucy Vice President of Service Delivery Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Detroit 23077 Greenfield, Suite 430 Southfield, Michigan 48075 Phone: (248) 569-0600 x.231 Fax: (248) 569-7322 Email: soucym@bbbsdetroit.org Ms. Ginna Holmes Director, Academic and Career Planning Alma College 614 West Superior Alma, Michigan 48801 Phone: (989) 463-7249 Email: holmes@alma.edu Ms. Reta Stanley Chief Executive Officer Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint 410 East Second Street Flint, Michigan 48502 Phone: (810) 235-0617 Fax: (810) 235-0689 Email: retastanley@bigbrothersbigsistersflint.org Ms. Jayne Letts Executive Director Big Brothers Big Sisters of Marquette County 101 Pioneer Avenue Negaunee, Michigan 49866 Phone: (906) 475-7801 Fax: (906) 475-7443 Email: jletts@chartermi.net MCSC Staff Contacts 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 Ms. Michelle Malamis Program Director, Mentor Connection Jewish Family Services 6555 West Maple Road West Bloomfield, Michigan 48322 Phone: (248) 592-2651 Fax: (248) 592-2660 Email: mmalamis@jfsdetroit.org Ms. Kathie Robinson Administrative Assistant Michigan Community Service Commission 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Phone: (517) 373-4200 Fax: (517) 373-4977 Email: vasilionk@michigan.gov Ms. Kris Marshall President/CEO Mentoring Solutions 27500 Cosgrove Warren, Michigan 48092 Phone: (586) 698-4417 Fax: (586) 698-4532 Email: kris@mentoringsolutions.org Paula Kaiser VanDam 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. 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 2 �- MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE MICHIGAN'S AMERICORPS COMMISSION The $4.9 million investment being made in the 19 Michigan's AmeriCorps' programs results in changed lives-the lives of AmeriCorps members and the lives of those 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 2007-08 program year, the 19 programs are engaging 971 members in a variety of activities focusing on the environment, education, public safety, and human needs. • On average, each Michigan's AmeriCorps member recruits 23 volunteers to help strengthen his or her community-in 2006-07 that was more than 23,000 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. �'/, H 0 A tl COMMUNITY SERVICE 2007-08 Michigan's AmeriCorps • Michigan's AmeriCorps member(s) serve this county • Michigan's AmeriCorps program office(s) are located in this county Updated: November 9, 2007 �• 21 Michigan's AmeriCorps programs served throughout Michigan meeting critical community needs such as promoting literacy, mentoring and tutoring children, advancing disaster preparedness, protecting the environment, and providing affordable housing. • 1,009 members were enrolled in the 21 programs: o 393 full-time members o 61 half-time and 10 reduced half-time o 62 quarter-time o 483 minimum-time • 702,938 hours spent by members in service and training. • $1.55 million in education awards was earned by 559 members who successfully completed their term of service. 291 members are still engaged in active service. • 2,592 students were involved in service-learning activities. • 1,681 children were involved in ongoing mentoring relationships. • 5,360 students received tutoring or homework help. • 2,249 students received guidance relating to school success/achievement. • 16,557 students received in-class or out-of-class enrichment services. • 20,692 individuals were educated about groundwater risk assessments at 1,042 sessions. • 27,342 students were educated in environmental issues at 1, 707 sessions. • 23,827 volunteers were recruited, placed, and/or supported by AmeriCorps members. On average, each AmeriCorps member recruits 23. o Each volunteer donated an average of approximately eight hours for a total of 188,937 hours. o These 188,937 hours have a value of $3.5 million according to the Independent Sector's value of volunteer service. • 18,949 individuals received disaster relief services or disaster education. • 87 low-income housing units were built for 374 individuals. • 2,129 individuals received access to health care, diagnosis, follow up, and/or were screened for needed care. �- MICHIGAN AMERICORPS RAMP PROJECT COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 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 come 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 financially 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 Make 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 41h 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. �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 volunteers, I helped build 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 2xl0 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 2xl0 out on the table. Donned my safety 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 COMMUNITY 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 experience that everyone should have. The impact that it has on children is incredible. While they may not always 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 day 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 years 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 (HF A). 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 - COMMUNITY MICHIGAN'S AMERICORPS ROSTER SERVICE 2007-2008 COMMISSION $336,570 AMERICORPS 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 ext. 3503 Fax: (616) 232-2355 Email: joneil@ggr.redcross.corg The AmeriCorps Together We Prepare Program (ATWP) engages 25 full-time members at ten of Michigan's American Red Cross Chapters to provide disaster preparedness services to 40 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 disaster 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 for 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 locations. County(ies) Served: Alcona, Alpena, Arenac, Barry, Bay, Benzie, Branch, Calhoun, Clinton, Crawford, Eaton, Grand Traverse, Gratiot, Huron, Ingham, Ionia, Iosco, Kalkaska, Kent, Leelanau, Missaukee, Montcalm, Montmorency, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon, Sanilac, Shiawassee, Tuscola, Washtenaw, and Wexford Host Site Contact Counties Served American Red Cross of Greater Grand Rapids Jordan O'Neil 1050 Fuller Avenue Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 Phone: (616) 456-8661 x3503 Calhoun County Chapter Joni Hatch 615 Cliff Street Battle Creek, Michigan 49017 Phone: (269) 962-7528 Barry, Kent, Montcalm, Ionia Calhoun, Branch 1 Updated January 2008 �East Shoreline Chapter Matt Blythe 228 Washington A venue Bay City, Michigan 48708 Phone: (989) 892-1541 Monroe County Chapter Alice Meldrum 313 W. Webster Avenue Muskegon, Michigan 49440 Phone: (231) 726-3555 Mid-Michigan Chapter Rachelle Wood 1800 East Grand River Drive Lansing, Michigan 48909 Phone: (517) 702-3318 Washtenaw County Chapter Mari Howard 4624 Packard Road Ann Arbor, Michigan 48108 Phone: (734) 260-7746 Michigan State Service Delivery Area Dave Gutierrez 3453 West M-55, Suite A West Branch, Michigan 48661 Phone: (989) 343-1353 Northwest Michigan Chapter Joyce A. Wittbrodt 735 S. Garfield Avenue, Suite BlOO Traverse City, Michigan 49686 Phone: (231) 94 7-7286 Arenac, Bay, Huron, Tuscola · Muskegon, Oceana, Newaygo Clinton, Gratiot, Eaton, Shiawassee, Ingham Washtenaw Alcona, Alpena, Crawford, Iosco, Missaukee, Montmorency, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon, Sanilac, Wexford Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau 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 $131,307 Through The Smart Choice Project in Benton Harbor, 10 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 Boys and Girls Club Main Site and high school students 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; 4) Health Leadership Development; 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 2 Updated January 2008 �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 of belongingness in their community, learn how to live healthier lives, and understand to importance of values such as honesty, justice, and respect. Members will also help to recruit community volunteers to support local youth. County(ies) Served: Berrien Host Site C.;ntact Counties Served Boys & Girls Club of Benton Harbor T. Cleveland 1200 E. Main Street Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Phone: (269) 926-8766 Berrien CHAR-EM lSD AMERICORPS PROGRAM Dennis Halverson, Program Director Charleviox-Emmet County lSD 08568 Mercer Boulevard Charleviox, Michigan 49720 Phone: (231) 54 7-994 7 Fax: (231) 547-5621 Email: halversond@charemisd.org $113,500 The Charlevoix-Emmet Intermediate School District (Char-Em lSD) serves 11 school districts over a 2.5 county area in northern Lower Michigan. The Char-Em lSD AmeriCorps Program enrolls 10 full-time members. Each members is assigned to one elementary building. The goal of our program is to increase school success through mentoring at-risk students (at-risk either academically, behaviorally or socially as determined by school personnel) and to reduce physical and emotional violence within the school and community settings through a variety of practices. Members are expected to mentor children throughout the school year; train students in conflict resolution techniques (this training will be provided to the members via the Intermediate School District or by the school to which they are assigned); recruit nonAmeriCorps volunteers to assist in community service projects; attend a minimum of three local governmental meetings; join a minimum of one non-profit service organization; and any other projects deemed appropriate by the assigned school or Program Director. County(ies) Served: Charlevoix and Emmet Host Site Contact Counties ·SeJY.ed Boyne Falls Public School Gary Urman PO Box 356 Boyne Falls, Michigan 49713 Phone: (231) 549-2211 Charlevoix Elementary School Dick Swenor 13513 Division Street Charlevoix, Michigan 49720 Phone: (231) 547-3215 Charlevoix Charlevoix 3 Updated January 2008 �Charlevoix East Jordan Elementary School Cal Prins 304 Fourth Street, East Jordan, Michigan 49727 Phone:(231)536-7564 Harbor Springs Elementary School Karey Scholten 17 5 East Lake Harbor Springs, Michigan 49740 Phone: (231) 526-4500 Petoskey Central Elementary School Dale Lewis 410 State Street Petoskey, Michigan 49770 Phone: (231) 348-2110 Petoskey Lincoln Elementary School Tom VanDeventer 616 Connable Street Petoskey, Michigan 49770 Phone: (231) 348-2120 Petoskey Sheridan Elementary School Joel Donaldson 1415 Howard Street Petoskey, Michigan 49770 Phone: (231) 348-2140 Concord Academy- Petoskey 2468 Atkins Road Petoskey, Michigan 49770 Phone: (231) 439-6800 St. Francis Xavier School Phyllis Daily 414 Michigan Street Petoskey, Michigan 49770 Phone: (231) 347-3651 Emmet Emmet Emmet Emmet Emmet Emmet $580,744 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 City Year Detroit enrolls 60 members to serve in Michigan's AmeriCorps. City Year is a national service organization that 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 service, Corps 4 Updated January 2008 �members invest their talents and energies as leaders of after-school programs and tutors in elementary, middle schools, and high schools. County(ies) Served: Wayne Host Site Contact Academy of the Americas (K-8) Naomi Khalil 5680 Konkel Detroit, Michigan 48201 Phone: (313) 596-7640 Detroit Lions Academy (Middle School) Cheryl White 10101 E. Canfield Detroit, Michigan 48214 Phone: (313) 852-9677 Roberto Clemente Learning Academy Helen Lazo 1551 Beard Detroit, Michigan 48209 Phone: (313) 849-3489 Salina Elementary Nodia Youmann 2623 Salina Street Dearborn, Michigan 48120 Phone: (313) 582-6061 Trix Elementary Wes Ganson 13700 Bringard Drive Detroit, Michigan 48205-1156 Phone: (313)852-8644 V etal Elementary Carole Jones 14200 Westwood Street Detroit, Michigan 48223-2819 Phone: (313) 852-0710 Counties Served Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne (outside Detroit) Wayne Wayne 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 $327,600 Email: pandorabrown@cisdetroit.org Readetroit Corps (RDC) utilizes 26 full-time AmeriCorps members to address the critical literacy needs of children identified as having extreme reading deficiencies. Two members will focus on volunteer recruitment and development. Specific activities include: conducting 5 Updated January 2008 �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. There are three core components to the RDC program: tutoring, mentoring, and volunteer recruitment. Members, placed in teams of two at elementary and middle 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; 5) activities designed to build relationships between schools, parents, and the community; and 6) provide mentoring to 5 children each who have a parent incarcerated. County(ies) Served: Wayne Counties Served Wayne Host Site Contact Bates Academy Beverly Gibson 16661 Greenlawn Street Detroit, Michigan 48221 Phone: (313) 494-7000 Bums Elementary Charlene Harper 14350 Terry Detroit, Michigan 48227 Phone: (313) 852-0535 Beckham Academy William Batchelor 9860 Park Drive Detroit, Michigan 48209 Phone: (313) 852-8500 Dixon Elementary Ora Beard 19500 Tireman Street Detroit, Michigan 48228 Phone: (313) 582-1330 Elmdale Elementary Jacqueline McNeal 12844 Elmdale Detroit, Michigan 48213 Phone: (313) 825-8533 Edmondson Elementary Cynthia Watt 1300 W. Canfield Detroit, Michigan 48201 Phone: (313) 494-2242 Heilmann Park Middle School Cheryl Harshaw 19035 Crusade Detroit, Michigan 48205 Phone: (313) 866-7233 Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne 6 Updated January 2008 �Joyce Elementary Sally Morton 8411 Sylvester Detroit, Michigan 48214 Phone: (313) 866-7545 Mason Elementary School Edrine Wilson 19635 Mitchell Detroit, Michigan 48234 Phone: Not Listed Nichols Elementary Dr. Granada Petrson 3000 Bums Detroit, Michigan 48234 Phone: (313) 852-0800 Schulze Elementary Diane Fleming 10700 Santa Maria Street Detroit, Michigan 48221 Phone: (313) 340-4400 Van Zile Elementary Marva Johnson 2915 W. Outer Drive Detroit, Michigan 48234 Phone: (313) 368-8444 Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne $228,660 DOWNRIVER CARES AMERICORPS Joe Spain, Program Director The Guidance Center 131 01 N orthline Road Southgate, Michigan 48195 Phone: (734) 785-7331 x 7209 Fax: (734) 785-7733 Email: jspain@guidance-center.org Website: http://www.guidance-center.org 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. Members support these effort Monday-Thursday and on Fridays the team comes together to perform community service projects in Metro Detroit. Members plan and implement each Friday project. Downriver CARES AmeriCorps performs more service projects 7 Updated January 2008 �than any other Michigan's AmeriCorps program. Recent college grads are highly encouraged to apply. County(ies) Served: Wayne Host Site Contact The Guidance Center Joe Spain 13101 Allen Road Southgate, Michigan 48195 Phone: (734) 785-7705 Life Directions ofDetroit Bonnie Renecamp 2051 Rosa Parks Blvd., Suite 1-B Detroit, Michigan 48216 Phone: (313) 420-0310 Counties Served Wayne Wayne GOOD SAMARITAN MINISTRIES- AMERICORPS FAITH IN YOUTH $131,050 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 Through Good Samaritan Ministries- Faith in Youth, 12 full-time AmeriCorps members, 4 halftime, and 4 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 will 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 oneon-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. County(ies) Served: Ottawa Host Site Contaet Good Samaritan Ministries RobynAfrik 513 W. 81h Street, Suite 25 Holland, Michigan 49423 Phone: (616) 392-7159 Counties Served Ottawa 8 Updated January 2008 �$131,901 HURON PINES AMERICORPS . Lisha Ramsdell, Program Director Huron Pines 2191 Harwood Road Ionia, Michigan 48846 Phone: (616) 527-4900 x 1246 Fax: (616) 527-4731 Email: abuckingham@ioniaisd.org Huron Pines AmeriCorps: Developing Leaders in Conservation is a new program designed to enable conservation organizations meet their resource protection goals. Ten AmeriCorps members will be placed in northern Michigan with a variety of organizations including nonprofit resource management groups and conservation districts. Members will provide assistance with capacity building, volunteer coordination, on-the-ground restoration improvements and public outreach. County(ies) Served: Statewide Counties Served Emmet, Cheboygan, Charlevoix Host Site Contact Freshwater Future Jill Ryan PO Box 2479 Petoskey, Michigan 49770 Phone: (231) 348-8200 Grand Traverse Conservation District Rebecca Teahen 1222 Veterans Drive Traverse City, Michigan 49684 Phone: (231) 941-0960 HeadWaters Land Conservancy Dave Semthurst 110 S. Elm Street Gaylord, Michigan 49735 Phone: (989) 731-0573 Huron Pines Brad Jensen 501 Norway Street Grayling, Michigan Phone: (989) 348-9319 Michigan Association of Districts Lori Phalen 3001 Coolidge Road, Suite 50 East Lansing, Michigan 48823 Phone: (517) 930-2975 Grand Traverse Alcona, Alpena, Arenac, Crawford, Iosco, Montmorency, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon Alcona, Alpena, Cheboygan, Crawford, Iosco, Montmorency, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon All Counties in Michigan Michigan Council of Trout Unlimited All Counties in Michigan Bryan Burroughs POBox 442 Dewitt, Michigan 48820 Phone: (616) 460-0477 9 Updated January 2008 �Muskegon River Watershed Assembly Terry Stilson 200 Ferris Drive, VFS 311 Big Rapids, Michigan 49307 Phone: (231) 591-2324 Otsego Conservation District Patricia Osburn 800 Livingston Blvd., Suite 4A Gaylord, Michigan 49735 Phone: (989) 732-6526 Muskegon, Newaygo, Mecosta, Osceola, Clare, Wexford, Missaukee, Roscommon Otsego JUMPSTART FOR YOUNG CIDLDREN, 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@jstart.org $142,434 Through Jumpstart Michigan, 8 quarter-time and 75 minimum-time AmeriCorps members serve young children through placement in Head Start and other early education 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 team of 1-20 per service site. Goals of Jumpstart Michigan include: 1) enhancing the learning experience of young children from low-income communities; 2) providing meaningful opportunities for 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 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 choice to promote independence, curiosity and self-esteem. County(ies) Served: Washtenaw and Wayne Host Site Contact Counties Served Dorothy's Discovery Center Dorothy Morris 7780 Hitchingham Road Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 Phone: (734) 485-7727 Adventure Center Pattie Sherwood 2111 Golfside Drive Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 Phone: (734) 434-0505 Grandma's Daycare Connie Glunamo 2125 S. Congress Street Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 Washtenaw Washtenaw Washtenaw 10 Updated January 2008 �Phone: (734) 480-2371 Genesis Academy No Contact Listed 1601 Stamford Road Ypsilanti, Michigan 48198 Phone: (734) 483-2704 Charlene's Care Charlene 7400 Rawsonville Ypsilanti, Michigan 48198 Phone: (734) 484-1573 Brown Chapel Pearl 1003 W. Michigan Avenue Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 Phone: (734) 482-6595 Cotter Linda Tynana 13020 Osburn Dearborn, Michigan 48128 Phone: (313) 827-6150 Henry Ford Community College Child Development Center Patti Morris 51 01 Evergreen Dearborn, Michigan 48128 Phone: (313) 317-6527 Thorne/Westwood Amy Childs 25251 Annapolis Dearborn Heights, Michigan 48125 Phone: (313) 292-1691 Southgate/Guidance Center Head Start Mari Morris 15601 Northline Southgate, Michigan 48195 Phone: (734) 785-7713 Washtenaw Washtenaw Washtenaw Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne 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.kl2.mi.us $166,491 County(ies) Served: Alger and Marquette 11 Updated January 2008 �MARESA (Marquette Alger Regional Education Service Agency)- Michigan's AmeriCorps members provide service in local schools in Marquette and Alger counties. MARESA Michigan's 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. Provided 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. Host Site Contaet Marquette Senior High School Bob Anthony 1203 West Fair Avenue Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 225-5762 Marquette-Alger RESA Steve Schmunk 321 East Ohio Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (916) 226-5128 Munising Public Schools DeeJay Pauquette 124 East Chocolay Munising, Michigan 49862 Phone: (906) 387-2102 Gwinn High School Kevin Luokkala 50 West M-35 Gwinn, Michigan 49841 Phone: (906) 346-9247 Gwinn Middle School Lim VanDrese 135 West Granite Street Gwinn, Michigan 49841 Phone: (906) 346-5914 Gwinn Community Resource Room Kathy Lammi 411 Scorpion Gwinn, Michigan 49841 Phone: (906) 346-9162 NorthStar PSA Karen Anderson 3030 Wright St. Marquette, Michigan 49849 Phone: (906) 226-0156 Ishpeming Public School Community Center Dorreen Bertucci Counties Served Marquette Marquette, Alger Alger Marquette Marquette Marquette Marquette Marquette 12 Updated January 2008 �319 East Division Street Ishpeming, Michigan 49849 Phone: Not Listed Ishpeming-Carnegie Public Library Janet LeFeber 317 North Main Street Ishpeming, Michigan 49849 Phone: (96) 486-4381 Moosewood Nature Center Suzan Travis-Robyns 2 Peter White Drive Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 228-6250 Cornerzone Youth Center Chad Mager 1113 Lincoln Avenue Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 228-4932 Graveraet Intermediate School Tamara Bott 611 North Front Street Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 225-4302 Teaching Family Homes Steve Rudness 1000 Silver Creek Road Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 249-5437 Superior Central School Mary Kay Wanska PO Box 148 Eben Junction, Michigan 49825 Phone: (906) 439-5531 Marquette Marquette Marquette Marquette Marquette Alger $341,850 MICIDGAN AMERICORPS PARTNERSHIP 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 The Michigan AmeriCorps Partnership (MAP) is a collaborative program between the University of Michigan and community and faith-based non-profit organizations, primarily based in Detroit. MAP strives to address local human needs through direct service and program capacity-building activities. Members deal with issues concerning: 13 Updated January 2008 �• • • • Social, economic and community development or revitalization Health education and health promotion services for children and families Academic enhancement of youth in after-school or summer programs Volunteer recruitment and retention Through MAP, members will enjoy: • • • • • • Learning about the rewards and challenges facing human needs non-profit organizations Opportunities to meet and engage with people who want to make a difference in their communities Working in a culturally rich environment Occasions to network with peers and potential employers Participation in meaningful projects that strive to build capacity for community and faithbased organizations Enhancing their ability to become active citizens. County(ies) Served: Genesee and Wayne Host Site Contact After School and Recreation Group Dr. Dahan Almajjar 2651 Saulino Court Detroit, Michigan 48120 Phone: (313) 842-7010 Clark Park Coalition Oliver Porter Rosa Parks Boulevard Detroit, Michigan 48209 Phone: (313) 297-9328 CLEARCorps/Detroit Mary Sue Schottenfels 11148 Harper Avenue Detroit, Michigan 48213 Phone: (313) 924-4000 Lakeside community Development Corp Karen Brown 1021 Manistique Detroit, Michigan 48215 Phone: (313) 822-0062 Focus: HOPE Debbie Fisher 1355 Oakman Detroit, Michigan 48238 Phone: (313) 494-4300 Greening of Detroit Ashley Atkinson 1418 Michigan Avenue Detroit, Michigan 48216 Phone: (313) 237-8736 Counties Served Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne 14 Updated January 2008 �Iroquois WISE Coalition Rev. Kristin Tennas 24111 Iroquois A venue Detroit, Michigan 48214 Phone: (313) 921-2667 Matrix Theatre Company Dr. Shaun Nethercott 2730 Bagley Detroit, Michigan 48219 Phone: (313) 967-0999 Mercy Education Project Amy Amador 1450 Howard Street Detroit, Michigan 48216 Phone: (313) 963-5881 MOSES Ponsella Hardway 438 St. Antoine Detroit, Michigan 48216 Phone: (313) 962-5290 Our Lady of Guadalupe Middle School MeghanEvoy 4100 Martin Detroit, Michigan 48210 Phone: (313) 894-2228 Siena Literacy Center Sr. Mary Hemmen 16161 Winston Detroit, Michigan 48219 Phone: (313) 532-8404 Southeastern Village Lynn Smith 1501 Canton Detroit, Michigan 48207 Phone: (313) 821-2144 Southwest Detroit Business Association Theresa Zajac 752 West Vernon Highway Detroit, Michigan 48209 Phone:(313)842-0986 Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision Lisa Goldstein 1450 McKinstry Detroit, Michigan 48209 Phone: (313) 842-1961 Wayne St. Luke NEW Life Center Sr. Carol Weber 3202 Forest Hill Genesee Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne 15 Updated January 2008 �Flint, Michigan 48504 Phone: (810)239-8710 St. Rose Senior Center Mike Byzewskit 5555 Conner Detroit, Michigan 48213 Phone: (313) 921-9277 Transportation Riders Unlimited Megan Owens 150 Griswold, Suite 2800 Detroit, Michigan 48226 Phone: (313) 963-8872 Warren/Conner Development Coalition Maggie DeSantis 11148 Harper A venue Detroit, Michigan 48213 Phone: (313) 267-1118 Community Development Corp Marlene Harper 29066 Eton Street Westland, Michigan 48186 Phone: (734) 721-2557 Wayne Wayne Wayne Wayne $54,000 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 Michigan Campus Compact (MCC) Michigan Service Scholars (MSS) enlists 450 minimumtime (300 hour) Education Award Only AmeriCorps members to support the mission of community-based organizations and increase the number of volunteers throughout the state. This program engages approximately 25 partner college and university campuses statewide, which recruit students to work with local community and faith-based organizations. At least twenty-five of these 450 members will be student reaching using service learning as a pedagogy. County(ies) Served: Chippewa, Genesee, Gratiot, Ingham, Isabella, Kalamazoo, Kent, Marquette, Mecosta, Midland, Oakland, Ottawa, Saginaw, Washtenaw and Wayne Host Site Contact Alma College Anne Ritz 614 Superior Alma, Michigan 48801 Phone: (989) 463-7366 Counties Served Gratiot 16 Updated January 2008 �Aquinas College Eric Bridge 1607 Robinson Road S.E. Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506 Phone: (616) 632-2490 Calvin College Lori Gesink 3201 Burton SE, Commons Annex Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546 Phone: (616) 526-6455 Central Michigan University Sra Millerov Bovee University Center 107 Mt. Pleasant, Michigan 48859 Phone: (989) 774-1102 Davenport University Alexis DeVries 6191 Kraft SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49512 Phone: (616) 742-1702 Davenport University Kathleen Woods 3555 E. Patrick Midland, Michigan 48642 Phone: Not Listed Delta College Teresa Stitt 1961 Delta Road University Center, Michigan 48710 Phone: Not Listed Eastern Michigan University Justin Fenwick 346 EMU Student Center 900 Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 Phone: (734) 487-3045 Ferris State University Matt Eickhoff 805 Campus Drive, Rankin Center 164 Big Rapids, Michigan 49307 Phone: (231) 591-2846 Grand Valley State University Jodi Griffin 11 OB Kirkoff Center Allendale, Michigan 49401 Phone: (616) 331-2362 Kalamazoo College Breigh Montgomery 1200 Academy Street Kalamazoo, Michigan 49006 Kent Kent Isabella Kent Midland Midland Washtenaw Mecosta Ottawa Kalamazoo 17 Updated January 2008 �Phone: (269) 337-7092 Lake Superior State Sara Dombrowski 650 E. Easterday Avenue Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan 49783 Phone: Not Listed Madonna University Stephen Rahrig 36600 Schoolcraft Road Livonia, Michigan 48150 Phone: (734) 432-5370 Michigan State University Kelly Malloy 27 Student Services Building East Lansing, Michigan 48823 Phone: (517) 353-4400 Mott Community College Robert Matthews 4119 N Saginaw Street, Suite 102 Flint, Michigan 48503 Phone: Not Listed Northern Michigan University Katy Morrison 1401 Presque Isle Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: Not Listed Northwood University Teresa Sullivan 4000 Whining Drive Midland, Michigan 48640 Phone: Not Listed Oakland Community College Dusty Rhodes 27055 Orchard Lake Road Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334 Phone: Not Listed Saginaw Valley State Carly Waligors 106 Do an, Student Life Center 7400 Bay Road Saginaw, Michigan 48710 Phone: (989) 964-4297 Schoolcraft College Laura Stanton 18600 Haggerty Road Livonia, Michigan 48152 Phone: (734) 462-4421 University of Michigan William Copeland Chippewa Wayne Ingham Genesee Marquette Midland Oakland Saginaw Wayne Washtenaw 18 Updated January 2008 �1024 Hill Street Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103 Phone: Not Listed University of Michigan Troy Murphy 4901 Evergreen Dearborn, Michigan 48128 Phone: Not Listed University of Michigan Melissa Stephens-Farrell 432 N. Saginaw Street, Suite 805 Flint, Michigan 48502 Phone: (810) 762-3210 Wayne State University Tiny Sebastian M351 Student Center 5221 Anthony Wayne Dr. Detroit, Michigan 48202 Phone: Not Listed Wayne Genesee Wayne MICIDGAN ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP AMERICORPS 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 $161,168 Michigan Environmental Stewardship AmeriCorps (MESA) with the Michigan Groundwater Stewardship Program provides information and assistance to Michigan residents to reduce environmental risks with special emphasis given to water quality and helping people protect our valuable groundwater resource. Fourteen full-time AmeriCorps members serve throughout the state to assist citizens complete environmental awareness tools at their homes. MESA members provide education presentations to adults and students, complete numerous community service projects statewide, and also serve as local resource people helping citizens find locally specific information necessary to make smart decisions concerning environmental protection. County(ies) Served: Alger, Barry, Bay, Benzie, Branch, Calhoun, Cheboygan, Chippewa, Crawford, Delta, Eaton, Genesee, Grand Traverse, Ingham, Ionia, Jackson, Kalkaska, Kent, Lake, Lapeer, Leelanau, Lenawee, Livingston, Luce, Mackinac, Manistee, Marquette, Mason, Mecosta, Menominee, Midland, Missaukee, Momoe, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oakland, Oceana, Ottawa, Roscommon, Saginaw, Shiawassee, Washtenaw, and Wexford Host Site Contact Counties Served Bay Conservation District Karolyn Karl 4044 S. 3 Mile Road Bay, Midland, Saginaw 19 Updated January 2008 �Bay City, Michigan 48706 Phone: (989) 684-1040 Calhoun Conservation District Blair Spence 13464 15 Mile Road, Suite 110 Marshall, Michigan 49068 Phone: (269) 781-4867 x33 Chippewa MSUE Tammy Cohee 300 Court Street Sault Ste Marie, Michigan 49783 Phone: (906) 635-6368 Grand Traverse MSUE Valerie Bartell 520 West Front Street, Suite A Traverse City, Michigan 49684 Phone: (231) 922-4857 Marquette Conservation District No Contact Listed 780 Commerce Drive, Suite B Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 226-2461 Mason-Lake Conservation District Debra Oosterhart 655 N. Scottville Road Scottville, Michigan 49454 Phone: (231) 757-3708 Missaukee Conservation District Andy Vokes 6180 West Sanborn Road, Suite 3 Lake City, Michigan 49651 Phone: (231) 839-7196 Montcalm County MSU Extension RubyHeie 211 W. Main Street Stanton, Michigan 48888 Phone: (989) 831-7 500 Muskegon Conservation District Erin Charles 940 N. Van Eyck Street Muskegon, Michigan 49442-3130 Phone: (231) 773-0008 Oakland MSUE Mebby Pearson 1200 North Telegraph Road, Dept. 416 Pontiac, Michigan 48341-14 77 Phone: (248) 858-0896 Shiawassee Conservation District Josh Shields Branch, Calhoun, Jackson Chippewa, Cheboygan, Luce, Mackinac Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau Alger, Delta, Marquette, Menominee Mason, Lake, Oceana, Manistee Crawford, Missaukee, Roscommon, Wexford Ionia, Mecosta, Montcalm Muskegon, Newaygo Oakland, Livingston Genesee, Lapeer, Shiawassee 20 Updated January 2008 �1900 South Morrice road Owosso, Michigan 48867 Phone: (989) 723-8263 Thomapple Grand Conservation District Jen Silveri 551 Courthouse Dr., Ste. 3 Charlotte, Michigan 48813 Phone: (517) 543-5848 x5 Washtenaw Conservation District Aistis Tumas 7203 Jackson Road Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103-9506 Phone: (734) 761-6721 x101 WMEAC Rachel Hackett 1007 Lake Drive, SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506 Phone: (616) 451-3051 Barry, Eaton, Ingham Lenawee, Monroe, Washtenaw Kent, Ottawa $381,075 MICIDGAN HABITAT'S AMERICORPS Debi Drick, Program Director Tonya Harrington, 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 tharrington@inghamhabi tat.org The Michigan Habitat's AmeriCorps Program enrolls 22 full-time, 8 half-time, and 16 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 Coordinator to form partnerships between their affiliate and local businesses, industries, service groups, churches, and/or community members. • Family Supporters to create systems, serve as mentors, and implement programs to assist Habitat's partner families in becoming self-sufficient and responsible homeowners. County(ies) Served: Berrien, Calhoun, Genesee, Ingham, Jackson, Kent, Monroe, Montcalm, St. Clair, Washtenaw, Wayne Host Site Contact Battle Creek Area Habitat Art Pearce 551 W. Michigan Battle Creek, Michigan 49017 Phone: (269) 966-2502 Counties Served Calhoun 21 Updated January 2008 �Blue Water Habitat for Humanity James Faulkner PO Box 611867 Port Huron, Michigan 48061 Phone: (81 0) 985-9080 Habitat for Humanity of Detroit Rob Dewaelshe 14325 Jane Street Detroit, Michigan 48205 Phone: (313) 521-6691 Genesee County Habitat for Humanity Margaret Kato G5191 S. Saginaw Flint, Michigan 48507 Phone: (810) 603-1366 Harbor Habitat for Humanity Mike Green 785 E. Main Street Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Phone: (269) 925-9635 Huron Valley Habitat for Humanity Sarah Stanton 170 April Drive, Suite A Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103 Phone: (734) 677-1558 Ingham East Habitat for Humanity Deborah Drick 1500 W. Grand River, Suite B Williamston, Michigan 48895 Phone: (517) 65 5-1872 Greater Jackson Habitat for Humanity Karen Tursich 1207 Pringle Street Jackson, Michigan 49203 Phone: (517) 784-6620 Habitat for Humanity Kent County Pam Doty-Nation 539 New Avenue SW Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506 Phone: (616) 774-2431 Habitat for Humanity of Lansing Denise Paquette 1941 Benjamin Dr Lansing, Michigan 48906 Phone: (517) 374-1313 Habitat for Humanity Monroe County Debora Wykes 840 LaPlaisance Monroe, Michigan 48161 St. Clair Wayne Genesee Berrien Washtenaw Ingham Jackson Kent Ingham Monroe 22 Updated January 2008 �Phone: (734) 243-2048 Habitat for Humanity of Montcalm County No Contact Listed PO Box 681 Greenville, Michigan 48838 Phone: (616) 754-5772 Montcalm $226,261 MPCA COMMUNITY HEALTHCORPS Michigan Primary Care Association John Taylor, Program Director 7215 Westshire Drive Lansing, Michigan 4891 7 Phone: (517) 381-8000, ext229 Email: jtaylor@mpca.net The Michigan Primary Care Association (MPCA) Community HealthCorps program engages 17 full-time and 2 half-time AmeriCorps members to address patient self-management, schoolbased health, and health outreach and enrollment. Members are placed in community health centers and other host sites 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. AmeriCorps members also help patients become more active in the management of their illnesses and reduce health disparities in Michigan. Community forums are used to inform the public about adult, adolescent, and children's health issues. Corps members will work with 2,160 patients each year, with 60% of the patients taking an active role in treating and preventing their illnesses, and will help 7,500 uninsured and underinsured Michigan residents gain information through community forums and ongoing literature distribution. County(ies) Served: Arenac, Ingham, Kent, Muskegon, Roscommon, Saginaw, Van Buren, and Wayne Host Site Contact American Indian Health & Family Services Nikole Fox 4880 Lawndale Detroit, Michigan 48210 Phone: (313) 846-3 718 x 1113 Cherry Street Health Services Jennie Mills 550 Cherry Street, SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 Phone: (616) 235-7272 x3334 Hackley Care Center A. Dye 2700 Baker Street, 3rd Floor Muskegon Heights, Michigan 49444 Phone: (231) 73 3-6634 Health Delivery Inc. Lee A. Gordon Counties Senred Wayne Kent Muskegon Saginaw 23 Updated January 2008 �501 Lapeer Avenue Saginaw, Michigan 48607 Phone: (989) 759-6449 InterCare Community Health Network Ena Gunnink 50 Industrial Park Road Bangor, Michigan 49013-1246 Phone: (269) 427-7937 x131 Mid-Michigan Health Park Maryanne VanOosterhout 9249 W. Lake City Road Houghton Lake, Michigan 48629 Phone: (989) 422-2123 Muskegon Family Care Center G. Williams 2345 S. Getty Street Muskegon, Michigan 4944 7 Phone: (231) 739-0847 School Health Alliance of Michigan Anne Gladstone 2525 Jolly Road, Suite 260 Okemos, Michigan 48864 Phone: (517) 908-084 7 Sterling Area Health Center Claudette Rashotte 725 E. State Street Sterling, Michigan 48659 Phone: (989) 654-5673 x145 Western Wayne Family Health Center Linda Jordan 2500 Hamlin court Inkster, Michigan 48141-2348 Phone: (313) 277-5149 Van Buren Roscommon Muskegon Ingham Arenac Wayne MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION: 4-H MENTOR MICIDGAN INITIATIVE 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 $700,638 The "4-H Mentor Michigan Initiative" focuses on the expansion and strengthening of mentoring programs in targeted Michigan communities. This project will enlist 55 full-time AmeriCorps members statewide to serve with Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) 4-H staff and the other community based youth mentoring programs to recruit 2000 potential volunteers to serve as mentors. Members will assist in training and matching 825 volunteers statewide to build the capacity of each community to establish 24 Updated January 2008 �one-to-one or small group mentoring programs. As a result ofthese efforts, 1,650 low-income at-risk or underserved youth, 5 to 19 years old, will participate in on-going mentoring relationships. AmeriCorps members will also be expects to work with local mentoring coalitions, schools, civic organizations, and/or local faith-based organizations to develop or strengthen local partnerships related to mentoring. Fifty new partnerships will be formed (statewide) during the current year of the grant. If local mentoring coalitions do not exist in the targeted communities, a priority will be to organize and establish a community wide group for this purpose. County(ies) Served: Berrien, Cass, Cheboygan, Clare, Clinton, Eaton, Genesee, Gladwin, Gratiot, Ingham, Ionia, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Leelanau, Luce, Mackinac, Macomb, Missaukee, Muskegon, Oakland, Oscoda, Ottawa, Shiawassee, Wayne and Wexford Host Site Contact Alma Public Schools Susan Smoker 1700 North Pine Avenue Alma, Michigan 48801 Phone: (989) 466-7539 ART of Leadership Foundation Jamie Hocking 237 North Old Woodward Ave., Suite 5 Birmingham, Michigan 48009 Phone: (248) 723-2288 Berrien 4-H Debra Barrett 173 7 Hillandale Road Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Phone: (269) 944-4126 Big Brothers/Big Sisters - Berrien/Cass Susan Armstrong PO Box 194 Niles, Michigan 49120 Phone: (269) 684-1100 Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Jackson County Cathy Heins PO Box 1802 Jackson, Michigan 49204 Phone: (517) 784-7181 Big Brothers/Big Sisters - Lakeshore Brian Obits 1358 Terrace Street Muskegon, Michigan 49442 Phone: (231) 728-2447 Big Brothers/Big Sisters- Lansing Mike K1auka 1235A Center Street Lansing, Michigan 48906 Phone: (517) 3 72-0160 Counties Served Gratiot Ingham, Kalamazoo, Oakland, Wayne Berrien Berrien, Cass Jackson Muskegon Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Ionia, Shiawassee 25 Updated January 2008 �Big Brothers/Big Sisters - Metro Detroit Katherine Adams 23077 Greenfield, Suite 430 Southfield, Michigan 48075 Phone: (248) 569-0600 Big Brothers/Big Sisters - Mid Michigan Carol Bruce-Gage 104 West Fifth Clare, Michigan 4861 7 Phone: (989) 386-9304 Big Brothers/Big Sisters -Northwest MI Gary Swaney 521 South Union Street Traverse City, Michigan 49684 Phone: (231) 946-2447 CASA Jody Molengraff 412 Century Lane Holland, Michigan 49423 Phone: (616) 396-2301 x130 Central Detroit Christian Mark VanAndel 8840 Second Avenue Detroit, Michigan 48202 Phone: (313) 873-0064 x16 Cheboygan 4-H Tracy Meisterheim POBox 70 Cheboygan, Michigan 49721 Phone: (231) 627-8452 Genesee 4-H David Fenech 4215 West Pasadena Avenue Flint, Michigan 48504 Phone: (810) 244-8500 Ingham Regional Medical Center - Eaton 4-H Donna Gardner 401 West Greenlawn Ave. Lansing, Michigan 48910 Phone: (517) 334-2987 Leelanau 4-H Barbara Duvall PO Box 987 Leland, Michigan 49654 Phone: (231) 256-9888 Luce 4-H Nancy Kipling 407 West Harrie Newberry, Michigan 49868 Macomb, Oakland, Wayne Clare, Gladwin Missaukee, Wexford Ottawa Wayne Cheboygan Genesee Eaton, Ingham Leelanau Luce 26 Updated January 2008 �Phone: (906) 293-3203 Macomb 4-H Jan Gwozdz 21885 Dunham Road, Suite 12 Clinton Township, Michigan 48036 Phone: (586) 469-7619 Mackinac 4-H Michelle Walk 100 South Marley Street, Room 100 St. Ignace, Michigan 49781 Phone: (906) 643-7307 Mentoring Solutions Laurie Tarter 27500 Cosgrove Warren, Michigan 48092 Phone: (586) 698-4536 Muskegon 4-H Frank Cox 97 East Apple A venue Muskegon, Michigan 49442 Phone: (231) 724-4 73 8 Oak Park Business and Education 25900 Greenfield Road, Suite 200A Oak Park, Michigan 4823 7 Phone: (248) 967-0457 Oscoda 4-H MSUE Deb Nurse PO Box 60 Mio, Michigan 4864 7 Phone: (989) 826-1160 Ottawa4-H Lisa Bottomley 333 Clinton Grand Haven, Michigan 49417 Phone: (616) 846-8250 Student Mentor Partners T oinette Pilgrim 22777 Harper Avenue, Suite 301 St. Clair Shores, Michigan 48080 Phone: (586) 445-6295 Wayne4-H KeaBoyd 640 Temple Street, 61h Floor Detroit, Michigan 48201 Phone: (313) 833-3419 Wayne Metropolitan CAA Carla Chinavare 2121 Biddle Street, Suite 102 Wyandotte, Michigan 48192 Macomb Mackinac Macomb, Oakland, Wayne Muskegon Oakland Oscoda Muskegon, Ottawa Macomb, Oakland, Wayne Wayne Wayne 27 Updated January 2008 �I Phone: (734) 246-2280 x142 $154,029 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 Camp Fire USA's Neighborhood Youth Development Program enrolls 5 full-time and 21 parttime AmeriCorps members to facilitate after-school and summer program in Kent County. These programs provide a safe environment for children during out-of-school time for 1,100 children at eight sited. 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. County(ies) Served: Kent Host Site Contact Brookside Elementary 2505 Madison SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507 Burton Elementary 2133 Buchanan SW Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507 Burton Middle School 2133 Buchanan SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507 Camelot Woods 2339 Rowland SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546 Eastern Elementary 758 Eastern NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 Jefferson Elementary 1356 Jefferson SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507 Counties Served Kent Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Academy 419 Henry SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 Palmer Elementary 309 Palmer NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49505 Kent Kent Kent Kent Kent Kent Kent 28 Updated January 2008 �Coit Elementary 617 Coit Avenue NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 Kent Hills 1445 Emerald Street NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49505 Kent Kent $415,345 SUPERIOR AMERICORPS Stacy Crouch, Program Coordinator Baraga-Houghton-Keweenaw Child Development Board 700 Park Avenue Houghton, Michigan 49931 Phone: (906) 482-3663 Fax: (906) 482-7329 Email: slcrouch@bhkfirst.org 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. Thirty-five (35) 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 afterschool hours and in the summers, these members initiate youth-enrichment programs. Other members enhance quality in preschool and childcare programs. All members are responsible for coordinating community-wide service projects and recruiting volunteers to meet the region's educational and human needs. County(ies) Served: Baraga, Dickinson, Houghton, Iron, Keweenaw, Host Site Contact Adams Township Schools Pat Rozich PO box 37 Painesdale, Michigan 49955 Phone: (906) 482-0599 Baraga Area Schools Cathie Stanaway PO Box 428 Baraga, Michigan 49908 Phone: (906) 353-6664 BHK Child Development Board Rod Liimatainen 700 Park Avenue Houghton, Michigan 49931 Phone: (906) 482-3663 Breitung Township Schools Craig Allen 2000 Pyle Drive Kingsford, Michigan 49802 Phone: (906) 779-2650 Counties Served Houghton Baraga Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw Dickinson 29 Updated January 2008 �Chassell Township Schools Michael Gaunt PO Box 140 Chassell, Michigan 49916 Phone: (906) 523-4691 Copper Country ISD Dennis Harbour PO Box 270 Hancock, Michigan 49930 Phone: (906) 482-4250 Dollar Bay-Tamarack City Area Schools Jan Quarless PO Box 371 Dollar Bay, Michigan 49922 Phone: (906) 482-5800 Forest Park Schools Tom Jayne 401 Superior Avenue Crystal Falls, Michigan 49920 Phone: (906) 875-2121 Goodwill Farm Mark Lambert POBox 428 Houghton, Michigan 49931 Phone: (906) 482-0520 Hancock Public Schools John Vaara 417 Quincy St. Hancock, Michigan 49930 Phone: (906) 487-5925 Houghton-Portage Township Schools Bill Polkinghome 1603 Gundlach Houghton, Michigan 49931 Phone: (906) 482-4871 Iron Mountain Public Schools Denny Chartier 800 East E Street Iron Mountain, Michigan 49801 Phone: (906) 779-2620 Lake Linden-Hubbell Public Schools Craig Sundblad 601 Calumet Street Lake Linden, Michigan 49945 Phone: (906) 296-6221 Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly Cathy Aten 527 Hancock Street Hancock, Michigan 49930 Houghton Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw Houghton Iron Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw Houghton Houghton Dickinson Houghton Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw 30 Updated January 2008 �Phone: (906) 482-6944 North Dickinson County Schools Dickinson Claude Siders W6588 M-69 Felch, Michigan 49831 Phone: (906) 542-9281 Public Schools ofCalumet-Laurium-Keweenau Houghton, Keweenaw Bob Barrette 57070 Mine Street Calumet, Michigan 49913 Phone: (906) 337-0311 Western UP District Health Department Gogebic, Ontonagon Barbara Maronen 540 Depot Street Hancock, Michigan 49930 Phone: (906) 482-7382 $191,866 VOLUNTEER MUSKEGON'S AMERICORPS Lisa Schillaci, 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 Volunteer Muskegon's AmeriCorps members are placed at several sites in Muskegon County. The fifteen full-time members and five summer-time members engage K-12 youth in servicelearning projects to build development assets in Muskegon's youth. 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. County(ies) Served: Muskegon, Oceana, Newaygo, Lake Host Site Contact Youth Volunteer Corps Martha Bottomley 880 Jefferson, Suite A Muskegon, Michigan 49440 Phone: (231) 722-6600 x 10 M-TEC Joanna Hoppa 571 Apple Avenue Muskegon, Michigan 49441 Phone: (231) 720-2536 Health Project Laura Fitzpatrick 565 W. Western Counties Served Muskegon Muskegon Muskegon 31 Updated January 2008 �Muskegon, Michigan 49440 Phone: (231) 728-3201 M-TEC Joanna Hoppa 571 Apple Avenue Muskegon, Michigan 49441 Phone: (231) 720-2536 Health Project Laura Fitzpatrick 565 W. Western Muskegon, Michigan 49440 Phone: (231) 728-3201 Hackley Life Counseling Marc Graves 1352 Terrace Street Muskegon, Michigan 49442 Phone: (231) 726-3582 x233 Access Health Cheryl Schneider PO Box 0238 Muskegon, Michigan 49443 Phone: (231) 728-5180 x 102 YMCA Carolyn Waterstradt 900 W. Western Muskegon, Michigan 49442 Phone: (231) 722-9622 Webster House Heather Wiegand 1221 W. Laketon Avenue Muskegon, Michigan 49441 Phone: (231) 759-7909 Orchard View Community Education Pat Walstra 1074 Shnoat Muskegon, Michigan 49442 Phone:(231)760-1353 Girl Scouts Peggy Scouten 1217 East River Road Muskegon, Michigan 49445 Phone: (231) 744-4774 Muskegon Muskegon Muskegon Muskegon Muskegon Muskegon Muskegon Muskegon, Oceana, Newaygo, Lake 32 Updated January 2008 �- MICHIGAN COMMUNITY LEARN AND SERVE- MICHIGAN 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 2005 study of Michigan schools shows: • • • More teachers and students (compared to the same study in 2002) are engaging in service-learning Twenty-eight percent of teachers integrate service-learning into their instruction and 29 percent of students are engaged. Four percent of the schools surveyed have a service-learning requirement while ten percent have a community service requirement for graduation. Learn and Serve- Michigan is a competitive grant program that supports service-learning opportunities in schools and community organizations. For the 2007-08 program year, the MCSC manages: • • 22 School-Based programs where K-12 teachers tie service-learning projects to the regular curriculum. Current funding is $420,252 One Community-Based program grant is given to Michigan State University 4-H Extension in the amount of $315,146 Service-learning has been shown to: • • • Increase motivation to learn, Lower drop out rates, and Build critical thinking and problem solving skills. �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 2007-08 Learn and Serve Michigan KALKASKA CRAWFORD WEXFORD •• OSCEOLA CLARE NEWAYGO MECOSTA ISABELLA leam and Serve- Michigan Community-Based programs serve these counties OGEMAW • MIDLAND GRATIOT MONTCALM • • • • • • KENT these counties • OSCODA • • MISSAUKEE FOSCOI1oMJN LAKE leam and Serve- Michigan • School-Based programs serve - CLINTON IONIA ALLEGAN • CASS BARRY EATON • LIVINGSTON INGHAM •• KALAMAZOO CALHOUN ST JOSEPH BRANCH • OAKLAND •• JACKSON HILLSDALE LENAWEE Updated: October 17, 2007 �School-based Numbers: 52, 641 students participated in Learn and Serve - Michigan programs. Students provided 454,557 hours of service to their communities. 1753 teachers participated in Learn and Serve programs this year. 4465 volunteers gave their time to Learn and Serve programs. 15,991 disadvantaged youth were engaged as service-learners. 12,217 disadvantaged youth were served this year. 96 Community revitalization projects were completed this year. Our programs exceed the median national totals for all categories including: number of participants, number of teachers, hours of service, numbers of volunteers, and number of partners. Community-based Numbers: 209 students were engaged in the inaugural year of the Peer Mentoring program managed by Michigan State University Extension 4H. 3,480 hours of service were given by participants to mentees. 50 partner agencies were engaged in the program. Great Stories: English and English as a Second Language middle school teachers, Sue Linder and Jen Ostheimer, teamed their classes to accomplish a literacy project that provided bi-lingual books for Spanish speaking children and comprehension pamphlets for their parents. Books and pamphlets for parents were also taken to six other elementary media centers in the district for student use. The Mackinac County Better Understanding with Students (BUS) mentoring program paired high school students with elementary school students in one-on-one mentoring relationships that take place several days a week on the school bus. Students in the Engadine School District often have bus rides of an hour or more, and high school and elementary students ride the same bus. Before this program, students had little to occupy themselves during the ride, which often resulted in poor behavior and animosity between the older and younger students. After the program was implemented, the bus driver reported fewer behavioral incidents and a more positive atmosphere on the bus. Several neighboring school districts have requested information on replicating this program in their schools. Wayne Westland Community Schools implemented a comprehensive freshman transition program that has upper classmen mentoring incoming freshmen. The program is aligned with the High School Content Expectations for English Language Arts and follows the Michigan Merit Curriculum of the Michigan Department of Education. Ionia Intermediate School District led the development of 'The �Box," an effective service-learning practices professional development program. The Box equips grantees to deliver research-based professional development to the educators. A national role out will begin at the National Service-Learning Conference in 2008. National Recognition: Kari Simon-Pieters of St. Johns received a Spirit of Service Award from CNCS for her outstanding Learn and Serve activities. Her "Chemistry in the Community'' class joined the Stoney Creek Watershed Project to test water quality, report data to Michigan State University and watershed landowners, and share project results. Deborah Wagner from the Ionia County Intermediate School District received the State Farm Service-Learning Practitioner Leadership Award. The award recognizes those who have equipped young people to lead and serve, through their direct work with youth and by nurturing other practitioners. Special Events: Service-Learning Youth Advisory Council trainings were held in Lansing and Marquette. The Institute on Service-Learning and Civic Engagement was held in partnership with Michigan Campus Compact at Schoolcraft College in Livonia and drew more than 350 educators and students from K-12 and higher education. Outstanding Service-Learning Awards were given to four outstanding awardees. The standing-room-only event recognized outstanding educators, projects, and administrators from across the state. The first-ever Sustainability Symposium was held, which included Learn and Serve and AmeriCorps grantees. Jim Toole, a national expert from the Compass Institute, facilitated the intensive work. Participants left with long-term strategies for sustaining their programs. 1 4 h Annual Urban Institute, in collaboration with the National Youth Leadership Council, was held at Wayne State University. The event drew more than 100 service-learning professionals from across the nation. In honor of the National Learn and Serve Challenge, a proclamation was received from Governor Granholm and a resolution was received from the State Board of Education honoring the efforts of Michigan students and teachers involved in service-learning. The Corporation for National and Community Service and the Service-Learning Partnership praised the MCSC for its work to raise service-learning awareness. �MICHIGAN LEARN AND SERVE -MICHIGAN COMMUNITY-BASED COMMUNITY ROSTER SERVICE 2007-2008 COMMISSION MICIDGAN STATE UNIVERSITY 4-H EXTENSION $315,146 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) 355-67 48 Email: markc@anr.msu.edu The Michigan 4-H Peer Mentoring and Service Learning program is increasing the number of disadvantaged youth matched with peer mentors by recruiting more than 700 peer mentors that will serve at least 900 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 2007-08 CB summaries �ADDRESS COUNTY TELEPHONE Antrim ANTRIM CO MSU EXT PO BOX427 BELLAIRE, Ml49615-0427 231-533-8818 COUNTY EXTENSION DIRECTOR Stanley Moore Benzie BENZIE CO MSU EXT PO BOX349 GOVERNMENTAL CENTER BEULAH, Ml49617-0349 Clinton CO MSU EXT County Courthouse, Suite 100 E. State Street St. Johns, Ml 48879 CRAWFORD CO MSU EXT 200 MICHIGAN AVE COUNTY BUILDING GRAYLING, Ml 49738-1743 Dickinson CO MSU EXT Community Services Center 800 Crystal Lake Blvd. Iron Mountain Ml, 49801 GRATIOT CO MSU EXT 214 E. CENTER ST. ITHACA, Ml 48847-1446 INGHAM CO MSU EXT POBOX319 MASON, Ml 48854-0319 losco CO MSU EXT PO Box599 Tawas City, Ml 48764 LEELANAU CO MSU EXT PO Box 987 201 Chandler Leland, Ml 49654 LUCE CO MSU EXT ROOM 26, COUNTY BLDG 407 W HARRIE ST NEWBERRY, Ml49868-1208 MACKINAC CO MSU EXT COURTHOUSE 100 MARLEY ST ST IGNACE, Ml49781-1495 MACOMB CO MSU EXT STE 12, VERKUILEN BLDG 21885 DUNHAM RD CLINTON TWP, Ml480361030 231-882-0025 Steve Fouch fouch@msu.edu Patty Roth Norika Kida 4-H Educator AmeriCorps VISTA bannon(la@msu.edu kida@msu.edu 989-224-5240 Dave ivan ivand@msu.edu Theresa Silm CYF Educator silm@msu.edu 989-344-3264 Linda Cronk cronkl@msu.edu Nancy Persing Brie Blaauw 4-H Educator AmeriCorps VISTA (lersing@msu.edu blaauwb@msu.edu 906-774-0363 Beth Waitrovich waitrovi@msu.edu Rebecca Krans 4-H Educator kransr@msu.edu 989-875-5233 Dan Rossman rossman@msu.edu Katie Eisenberger Susan Smoker 4-H Educator Gratiot lSD mccuneka@msu.edu ssmoker@almaschools.net 517-876-7207 Randy Bell bellr@msu.edu Stephanie Cluley Kimberly Martus 4-HPA Program Coordinator scluley@ingham.org martuski@msu.edu 989-362-3449 William Carpenter Carpent9@msu.edu Linda Stemen 4-H Educator stemen@msu.edu 231-256-9888 Jim Bardenhagen bardenha@msu.edu Barb Duvall Linda Smith 4-H Educator Program Coordinator duvall@msu.edu smit1243@msu.edu 906-293-3203 Nancy Kipling kigling@msu.edu Nancy Kipling Catarina Edison Carrie Crigier CEO 4-H Educator Program Coordinator kigling@msu.edu edisonc@msu.edu Carriecrigier@yahoo.com 906-843-7307 Michelle Walk walkmich@msu.edu Joyce Belonga Paula Ramelis Phil Quinn 4-H Educator Program Coordinator AmeriCorps Member belonga@msu.edu ramelis@msu.edu guinnghil@anr.msu.edu 586-469-5180 Marilyn Rudzinski rudzinsk@msu.edu Kathy Jamieson Jan Gwodz Karen Hakim Kevin Lewandowski 4-H Educator 4-H PA Program Coordinator AmeriCorps Member Jamies13@msu.edu jan.gwodz@macombcountymi COUNTY Clinton Crawford Dickinson Gratiot Ingham Iasco Leelanau Luce Mackinac Macomb Oakland Ogemaw Oscoda Presque Isle OAKLAND CO MSU EXT DEPT 416 1200 N TELEGRAPH RD, PONTIAC, Ml48341-1032 Ogemaw CO MSU EXT 205 S. Eighth West Branch, Ml 48661 OSCODA CO MSU EXT Courthouse Annex PO Box69 Mia, Ml 4864 7 PRESQUE ISLE CO MSU EXT CEO EMAIL ADDRESS moorest@msu.edu PROGRAM STAFF/CONTACT Dee Miller Contact Title/Position 4-H Educator PROGRAM STAFF/CONTAC EMAIL ADDRESS Mille454@msu.edu QY Karen.Hakim@macombcount~ ,.gQY 248-858-0889 Beverly Terry teqybev@msu.edu Tom Schneider Caroline Vang 4-H Educator Program Coordinator lewand61@msu.edu Schnei36@msu.edu Carolinevang121 @hotmail.cor 989-345-0692 Fred Hinkley hinkley@msu.edu Dorothy Munn 4-H Educator munnd@msu.edu 989-826-1160 Phil Durst durstp@msu.edu Phil Durst CEO durstg@msu.edu 989-734-2168 VACANT David Glenn Kattly Karsten CEO 4-H PA glenn@msu.edu karsten6@msu.edu �Saginaw Schoolcraft Van Buren Wayne PO BOX 110 ROGERS CITY, Ml 497790110 SAGINAW CO MSU EXT One Tuscola St., Suite 100 Saginaw, Ml 48607 SCHOOLCRAFT CO MSU EXT COURTHOUSE ROOM218 MANISTIQUE, Ml 49854-1485 VAN BUREN CO MSU EXT SUITE A 801 HAZEN STREET PAW PAW, Ml49079-1077 WAYNE CO MSU EXT 640 Temple St., 61h Floor Detroit, M148201 State 4-H Office 160 Agriculture Hall Michigan State University East Lansing, Ml 48824-1039 Tathy Arkwood Program Coordinator tarkwood@oacsd.ccm 989-758-2500 Ruth Miller millerr@msu.edu Kim Towne 4-H Educator townek@msu.edu 906-341 -8601 David Andersen ander51 O@msu.edu Deb Gierke Heidi Johnson Family Resource PA Program Coordinator gierke@msu.edu john2724@msu.edu 269-657-8213 Julie Pioch 1;1iochj@msu.edu Janice Zerbe 4-H Educator rajzerj@msu.edu 313-833-3412 Rukeia Draw 4-H Educator rukciad@msu.cdu (517)432-7602 CyndiMark Program Leader markc0)msu.edu (517)432-7608 Julie Chapin Program Leader chapin(filmsu.edu (517)432-7650 Chris Stickney Assoc. Program Leader stickne4@msu.edu PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE : October I, 2007 - September 30, 2008 TOTAL AMOUNT PER COUNTY: $15,000 for first and $10,000 for year 2 & 3 based on funding and completion of goals and objectives. �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION Learn and Serve - Michigan School-Based Programs ROSTER �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) 794-4 707 Fax: (616) 794-4726 Email: cluleym@bas-kl2.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@carsonci ty.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 Matt Somsel CASMAN Alternative Academy 1710 Merkey Road Manistee, Michigan 49660 Phone: (616) 723-4981 Fax: (616) 723-1555 Email: msomsel@manistee.org Institutionalization Grant - $15,000 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 projects 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 partnership 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: District 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) 54 7-3245 Email: gcherry@rayder.net In 2007-2008, Charlevoix Public Schools will focus on building a sustainable service-learning program. 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 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 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 Contact: Davie Reschke Clarkston Community Schools 6389 Clarkston Road Clarkston, Michigan 48346 Tel: (248) 623-5413 Fax: (248) 623-5450 Email: reschkdm@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.k 12.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 ISD 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 ISD 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 45 5 East Scripps Road 5 Updated December 5, 2007 �Lake Orion, Michigan 48360 Phone: (248) 693-5436 Fax: (248) 693-5670 Email: mthorndycraft@lakeorion.k 12 .mi. us In the first year of funding, 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 understanding 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.kl2.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 ofteachers 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 Institutionalization Grant - $24,500 Marquette- Alger Regional Educational Service Agency 321 East Ohio Street Marquette, Michigan 49855 (906) 226-5116 Email: bkoehs@maresa.k12.mi.us Marquette- Alger Regional Educational Service Agency (MARESA), in partnership with Northern Michigan University has implemented a service-learning initiative for the past 3 Yz 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 five 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 �Implementation Grant - $15,000 0NAWAY 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 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, curriculum 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 PENNFIELD SCHOOLS 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 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 students 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 summative 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, 2007 �SHELBY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Fred Osborn Shelby Public Schools 155 Sixth Street Shelby, Michigan 49455 Tel: (231) 861-5541 Fax: (231) 861-6764 Email: osbofm@shelby.k12.mi.us Institutionalization Grant- $15,000 The goal of the 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-term 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 Institutionalization 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.k12.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 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 8 Updated December 5, 2007 �The Traverse City Area Public Schools' (TCAPS) Youth-to-Youth Initiative (Y2Y): 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 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 Institutionalization Grant- $15,000 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 �2007-08 Learn and Serve- Michigan School-Based Urban Grant Urban Grant- $10,000 YMCA SERVICE LEARNING ACADEMY Eylastine Green-Roberts, Superintendent 21605 W. Seven Mile Road Detroit, Michigan 48219 Phone: (313) 541-7619 Fax: (313) 541-7656 Email: erobert@ymcasla.org The goal ofthe YMCA Service Learning Academy's service-learning effort is to engage all1,112 students in age appropriate, meaningful projects by the end of the 2008 school year. Two master level instructors and an Assistant Professor of Education at Eastern Michigan University will guide the teaching staff to provide professional development, coordinate projects and share best practices with others in the field. Urban Grant- $10,000 RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL Gail Russell-Jones Principal 6565 W. Outer Drive Detroit, Michigan 48235 Phone: (313) 416-4600 Fax: (313) 416-4620 Email: gail.russell-jones@detroitk 12.org Renaissance High School will establish a long term service learning program that will start with an initiative to engage the entire student body. Under the leadership of two initiatives to promote self awareness and civic responsibility among the predominately African American students. At the completion of the 2007-2008 school year, an annual community project planned and implemented with the Jerry L. White Center which is housed in the Renaissance High School Building. The Jerry L. White Center provides educational services to students aged 14-19 with moderate to severe cognitive impairments. 10 Updated January 15, 2008 �I"'ICHIGAN JCf/:.~~\' ;) I'OU.\TEER l ,lJ.' COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION INVES'r+IENT MICHIGAN'S VOLUNTEER INVESTMENT GRANTS GIMJVTS Since 1998, the Michigan's Volunteer Investment Grants (Michigan's VIG) have supported the volunteer infrastructure by increasing the capacity of organizations so that they are better equipped to mobilize volunteers. Volunteers are essential ingredients to the health and vitality of our communities and act as critical problem-solving resources to communities. According to the April2007 Volunteering in America report by the Corporation for National and Community Service, nearly one-third of volunteers who served in 2005 did not volunteer the following year. This represents an estimated annual loss to nonprofits of approximately $30 billion dollars worth of volunteer service. The Michigan's VIG is designed to stimulate innovative strategies that increase and sustain strong volunteer initiatives. In the 2008 program year, $250,000 of state funding is being granted to 14 volunteer organizations. There are three focus areas: • • • Goals • • • • Mentoring - ensure that all of our youth have ongoing relationships with stable, caring individuals. Boomers - capture the talents, skills, energy and experience of adult volunteers born between 1946 and 1964. Engaging All Youth in Service - increase volunteer and service-learning opportunities for youth in disadvantaged circumstances of the Michigan's VIG Increase the organization's ability to more effectively engage volunteers. Increase the number of volunteers and the number of services provided to those in need. Facilitate and enhance community partnerships that support volunteerism. Employ innovative methods to sustain the proposed volunteer activities. Match Requirements Michigan's VIG applicants must provide a $1-to $1 local match. The match funds may be cash or in-kind but may not include match from other MCSC funded initiatives or State of Michigan General Funds. Updated: January 14, 2008- page 1 �MICHIGAN VOLUNTEER COMMU~ITY SERVICE COMMISSION • 2008 JU!CHIGAN'S INvesrJtENr Volunteer Investment Grant GRANTS Volunteer Investment Grants serve these counties ' ~v-,z;:;~~~ r:a,n"~i·" :~ri.~·,w.:~- Updated : Febmary 7, 2008 �M!CHIGI\N JJJC/1/({4.\ S IOU.\IFfR COMMUNITY SERVICE CCtv\l·AiSS!ON LV!LSJ:IJL\T MICHIGAN'S VOLUNTEER INVESTMENT GRANTS ROSTER 2008 (/R{\T\ Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living-Washtenaw Youth Mentoring Coalition $10,000 Jennifer Chapin-Smith Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living 3941 Research Park Drive Ann Arbor, Michigan 481 08 Phone: (734) 971-0277 Fax: (734) 971-0826 Email: jchapin@aacil.org County Served: Washtenaw The Washtenaw Youth Mentoring Coalition will enhance mentoring efforts in Washtenaw County by increasing public awareness, developing partnerships, increasing recruitment and referrals of potential mentors, and enhancing the capacity of local mentoring organizations. The project will recruit 150 prospective mentors and 50 percent ofthe Coalition member organizations will improve their ability to locate and utilize resources that improve youth services. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint $20,000 Reta Stanley Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint 410 East Second Street Flint, Michigan 48503 Phone: (810) 235-0617 Fax: (810) 235-0689 Email: retastanley@bbbsflint.org County Served: Genesee Grant funds will be used to support mentoring marketing and recruitment activities in Genesee County. Grant funds will be used to support efforts to reduce the current waiting list of 375 unmatched youth through the engagement of high school students and baby boomers. $18,242 Camp Fire USA West Michigan Council Gail Orange Camp Fire USA West Michigan Council 1257 East Beltline, NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525 Phone: (616) 949-2500 Fax: (616) 949-7081 Email: gayle.orange@campfire.usawmc.org 1 Updated February 15, 2008 �County Served: Kent Camp Fire will support Operation SAGE: Seniors Active, Giving & Enriching volunteer recruitment and retention program. Grant funds will be used to recruit Camp Fire alumni (females 55+) to serve in Camp Fire's after-school and summer programs. Operation SAGE supports Camp Fire's organizational sustainability by creating a base of older volunteers to complement and expand the existing base of primarily college-age volunteers. Camp Fire plans to recruit 25 to 50 older adult volunteers with 75 percent of the volunteers reporting a positive volunteer experience. $9,252 Catholic Services of Macomb Suzanne Szczepanski-White Catholic Services ofMacomb 15945 Canal Clinton Township, Michigan 48038 Phone: (586) 416-2300 Fax: (586) 416-2308 Email: s.white@csmacomb.org County Served: Macomb Catholic Services of Macomb will support boomer and mentor volunteer recruitment. Grant funds will be used to expand the capacity to recruit and place boomer volunteers and expand partnerships for volunteer placement. The project will also explore mentoring program models for implementation by the RSVP of Macomb. Targeted outcomes are an increase in boomer volunteers, mentors, youth served, and mentor and mentee satisfaction. Communities In Schools of Detroit, Inc. $20,000 Pandora Brown Communities in Schools Detroit 5830 Field Detroit, Michigan 48213 Phone: (313) 571-3400 Fax: (313) 571-3404 Email: pandorabrown@cisdetroit.org County Served: Wayne County Communities In Schools ofDetroit, Inc. (CIS) will recruit, train, place, and retain 200 volunteers born between 1946 and 1964-better known as boomers. The volunteers will serve in metro Detroit schools to tutor at-risk children through the readetroit initiative. CIS will retain volunteers by better assessing volunteer skills and preferences, better matching the preferences to the opportunities, developing new service opportunities, offering training and continuous development, and recognizing volunteer contributions. 2 Updated February 15, 2008 �$19,108 Human Development Commission Mary Ann Vandemark Human Development Commission 429 Montague Avenue Caro, Michigan 48723 Phone: (989) 673-4121 Fax: (989) 673-2031 Email: maryannv@hdc-caro.org Counties Served: Huron and Sanilac The Human Development Commission will implement the Volunteer Leadership in our Community (VLOC) project. The VLOC will utilize baby boomers skills, talents, knowledge, and experience to support and assist organizations in rural settings. These highly skilled individuals will become volunteer leaders to help identify the needs of organizations and will work collaboratively to create effective strategies to meet those needs. The project will recruit primarily boomer volunteers and coordinate with other volunteer service providers such as the Foster Grandparents Program and the Thumb Volunteer Alliance. Kalamazoo Communities in Schools $6,196 Pam Kingery Kalamazoo Communities in Schools 125 West Exchange Place Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 Phone: (269) 337-1601 Fax: (269) 385-5806 Email: pkingery@kcis.us County Served: Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Communities in Schools will increase the distribution of the Retention and Recruitment Resource Kit and build a network of business partners to increase resources and engage potential volunteers. CIS-Kalamazoo and the Great Start Collaborative have determined that businesses play a critical role in promoting family engagement by promoting environments that are flexible to allow mentoring and encouraging such activities. The Resource Kit was created to help businesses identify ways to help employees faced with balancing career and family responsibilities. Little Brother - Friends of the Elderly $10,984 Michael Aten Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly 527Hancock Street Hancock, Michigan 49930 Phone: (906) 482-6944 Fax: (906) 482-6106 Email: maten.hou@littlebrothers.rog Counties Served: Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw, and Ontonagon 3 Updated February 15, 2008 �The Little Brother- Friends of the Elderly will purchase and integrate a new volunteer database that will replace and improve upon an outdated system. As a result of this systemic change, the program will increase its capacity to better recruit, mobilize, and retain volunteers. Access to expanded information, which will be an important component of the new database, will enable the program to solicit targeted volunteer audiences, in this case baby boomers. Oak Park Business and Education Alliance $20,000 Lori Fidler Oak Park Business and Educations Alliance 25900 Greenfield Road, Suite 200A Oak Park, Michigan 48237 Phone: (248) 967-0457 Fax: (248) 967-1054 Email: lori@opbea.org County Served: Oakland The Oak Park Business and Education Alliance (OPBEA) will serve approximately 60 students transitioning from 5th to 6th grade at three local elementary and middle schools. The project will also implement programming for the Faces of the Future mentoring program graduates in 91h-11 th grades, which will engage them in community service activities. The grant includes recruitment of 30 new community volunteers, an evaluation component, and promotional materials, supplies, and equipment. United Way Volunteer Center of Chippewa County-Everyone Can Serve Kristina Beamish $12,400 United Way Volunteer Center of Chippewa County P.O. Box 451 Saulte St. Marie, Michigan 49783 Phone: (906) 253-9839 Fax: (906) 632-3190 Email: kristina@unitedwayofchippewacounty.org Counties Served: Chippewa, Luce, and Mackinac The United Way of Chippewa County will support the Everyone Can Serve program. This endeavor will unite partner organization to engage local youth from disadvantaged circumstances in service in and out of the classroom. Grant funds will be used to prepare student teachers, via an intensive training opportunity, to conduct meaningful and effective service-learning activities. As a result, at least 20 student teachers will conduct 20 service-learning lessons with 500 students, to perform 1,000 hours of service. United Way of Northwest Michigan Volunteer Center $20,000 Pamela Prairie United Way ofNorthwest Michigan 521 South Union Street Traverse City, Michigan 49684 Phone: (231) 947-3200 4 Updated February 15, 2008 �Fax: (231) 947-3201 Email: pam@unitedway.tcnet.org Counties Served: Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, and Leelanau The United Way ofNorthwest Michigan will build and strengthen the virtual capacity of its Volunteer Center in order to significantly increase volunteerism among boomers and youth. Strategic use of Internet resources will efficiently link volunteers and nonprofits across a rural, five-county area. In addition, these grant funds will help provide Volunteer Use and Management training for 50 of the 200 nonprofits served, leading to improved volunteer recruitment and placement. The organization expects to increase the number of boomer and youth volunteers by 30 to 45 percent over the next three years and to increase the readiness of nonprofits to utilize volunteer resources. Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan, Inc. $10,839 Doris Higgins Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan 210 East Main Street, Suite 237 Niles, Michigan 49120 Phone: (269) 683-5464 Fax: (269) 683-1220 Email: director@volunteerswmi.org Counties Served: Berrien, Cass, Van Buren The Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan, Inc., with the support of the Southwest Michigan Mentoring Collaborative, will utilize an innovative strategy to connect mentors with organizations. This grant will remove barriers and improve mentor recruitment and retention. Creating a single point of entry for mentors, the Volunteer Center will conduct initial screenings and background checks for potential mentors. A "portable background check" will be created allowing the potential mentor to transfer their file if the initial placement is not a good fit. Those unsure of becoming a mentor will be placed in other volunteer opportunities, including those serving children, and will be encouraged to move into mentoring over time. Volunteers in Prevention, Probation and Prisons, Inc. $20,000 Jerry Dash Volunteers in Prevention, Probation and Prisons, I 28 West Adams, Suite 1310 Detroit, Michigan 48226 Phone: (313) 964-1110 Fax: (313) 964-1145 Email: jdash@vipmentoring.org County Served: Wayne The Volunteers in Prevention, Probation and Prisons, Inc., will increase mentoring to youth with incarcerated parents living in five disenfranchised neighborhoods of Detroit. Grant funds will be used support a multi-faceted awareness strategy to explore the viability of establishing individual 5 Updated February 15, 2008 �community mentoring offices and to establish partnerships with faith-based and other organizations. The program will generate 500 new potential mentor inquiries, resulting in 50 newly trained and screened mentors to be matched with youth. The program will also work to increase the sustainability of matches to 24 months or longer and to create a diverse funding base to sustain the proposed strategies and activities. 6 Updated February 15, 2008 �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION Governor's Service Awards 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 made service a way of life. Mentor of the Year honors an individual who has made a significant difference in a child's life over time through mentoring. Outstanding Mentoring Program Award honors an organization or mentoring program, that provides high-quality mentoring with significant results for children in Michigan. Corporate Community Leader Award Corporations that excel in community involvement are honored with this award. Outstanding VolunteerProgram 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. Volunteerofthe Yearis 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 of the Year i3 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 of the Year 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 you know, nominate them today. To receive a nomination form, visit our web site 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~atl?n 1n our programs, act1V1t1es, and materials. Please call (517) 335-4295 to request accommodation or to obtam matenals 1n an alternate format. �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION MCSC Commissioners The MCSC builds a culture of service by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities through volunteerism. •;',':~.~'~:~v: '~'.."-::::"::::::::::~:~:.=-~:.;:::::~~~ ,:..~;..,=-.-::', 0 o ;-;=:. :::.:.-::~::;;:':;._~:;::~':";;:;::::::::::::;:::::~'~N;"Z:::::::::::',~=:,:~;co ,,; •"~""'v'~'w 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 Breannah Alexander High School Senior Elizabeth Bunn Secretary-Treasurer International Union UAW Antoine Campbell Dr. Russell Mawby Chair Emeritus, W. K. Kellogg Foundation Dr. Susan Meston Superintendent Muskegon Area Intermediate School District Donna Niester Director of James C. Acheson Foundation Chief Financial Officer, Acheson Ventures Vice President, Community Investment Heart of West Michigan United Way Wayne County Commissioner Melonie Colaianne Jerry Seese President and Director of Operations MASCO Corporation Foundation Robert Collier President & CEO Council of Michigan Foundations Jimmie Comer Bernard Parker Superintendent Saginaw Township Community Schools Marsha Smith Executive Director Rotary Charities of Traverse City CEO, Comer Holdings Joseph Sowmick Lloyd Jackson Public Relations Director Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan Assistant News Director WJR Radio Alphonso Swain Lori Jewell Associate Director Capitol Area Center for Independent Living Community Relations Manager State Farm Insurance Companies Christine Kwak Program Director W.K. Kellogg Foundation Ms. Janet Lawson Director Ford Volunteer Corps Joseph Lubig Educator Northern Michigan University Michael Thomas Saginaw County Prosecuting Attorney Larry Williamson Area Vice President Comcast Cable Dr. Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran President Kalamazoo College �Michigan Community Service Commission Revised as of 11/13107 COMMUNITY SERVICE Our mission is to support programs that encourage all Michigan residents to volunteer CQM,\11SSi0:'-J Ms. Breannah Alexander 3682 N. Center Road Saginaw, Michigan 48603 Phone: (989) 607-5010 Cell: (989) 860-9562 E-mail: rmles005[a1msn.com Ms. Elizabeth Bunn International Union UAW 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 Mr. Antoine Campbell Heart of West Michigan United Way 118 Commerce Avenue SW Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503-4107 Phone: (616) 752-8621 Fax: (616) 459-8460 E-mail: tcampbell@unitedwaycares.com Asst: Renee Goodemoot (616) 752-8628 rgoodemoot[a1waybetterunitedway .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: Melanie Colaianne@mascohq.com Asst: Fran Sabo (313) 792-6126 Fran Sabo@mascohq.com Mr. Robert Collier Council of Michigan Foundations One South Harbor A venue P.O. Box 599 Grand Haven, Michigan 4941 7 Phone: (616) 842-7080 Fax: (616) 842-3010 E-mail: rcollier@cmif.org Asst: Sue Cuddington scuddington@cmif.org 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: Andrea Jones (248) 447-5487 Mr. Lloyd Jackson WJRRadio Fisher Building- Suite 800 3011 W. Grand Blvd. Detroit, Michigan 48202 Phone: (313) 873-9836 Fax: (313) 875-9022 E-mail: Lloyd.Jackson@citcomm.com Ms. Lori Jewell State Farm Insurance Companies 5528 Portage Road Portage, Michigan 49002 Phone: (269) 384-2551 Fax: (269) 384-8589 Cell: (269) 207-8135 E-mail: lori.jewell.hitp@statefarm.com �Ms. Christine Kwak W.K. Kellogg Foundation One Michigan Avenue East Battle Creek, Michigan 49017-4058 Phone: (269) 969-2324 Fax: (269) 969-2619 E-mail: Christine.kwak@wkkf.org Asst: Annesia Glass (269) 969-2344 m.annesia. glass@wkkf.org Ms. Janet Lawson Director, Ford Volunteer Corps World Headquarters- 934-A3 1 American Road Dearborn, Michigan 48126-2701 Phone: (313)390-9218 Fax: (313) 390-0777 Cell: (313) 445-5142 E-mail: jlawso 19@ford.com Asst: Marlo Mulville (313) 337-1311 E-mail: mmulvill@ford.com Mr. Joseph Lubig Northern Michigan University School of Education 1401 Presque Isle Avenue Marquette, Michigan 49855 Phone: (906) 227-1439 E-mail: jlubig@nmu.edu 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 (Designee of Superintendent Michael Flanagan) Daniel Granholm Mulhern Office of the First Gentleman Governor's Office Ill S. Capital Lansing, Michigan 48909 Phone: {517) 241-0534 Fax: (517) 373-0259 E-mail: Mulhernd@michigan.gov Ms. Donna Niester Acheson Ventures 600 Fort Street, Suite 101 Port Huron, Michigan 48060 Phone: (81 0) 966-0900 Cell: (810) 434-8100 Fax: {81 0) 966-0990 E-mail:donnan@achesonventures.com Asst: Mary Russell (81 0) 966-0900 ext. 205 maryr@achesonventures.com Mr. Bernard Parker Wayne County Commissioner 600 Randolph, Suite 416 Detroit, Michigan 48226 Phone: (313) 224-08 82 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 202 E. Grandview Parkway, #200 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 ofMichigan 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 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) 730-0737 pager Cell: (989) 274-2637 Fax: (989) 792-0803 E-mail: mthomas@saginawcounty.com Asst: Beth Bauer (989) 790-5337 bbauer@saginawcounty.com Mr. Larry Williamson Comcast Cable 3500 Patterson Avenue SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49512 Phone: (616) 977-2217 Fax: (616) 977-2224 E-mail: larry 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 �MCSC Commissioners 2007-2008 ApJJOirited to serve as chair of the MCSC, First Ge11tle:mam 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 Ger1tlernan have undertaken an enormous effort called Michigan that works to insure that all of children have the same opportunity to be intluenced and taught by a caring adult. r. Mulhern also authors Reading for Leading, a e-column that stimulates the thought and lopment 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. nah R. Alexander is currently a senior at Arthur Hill High School and will be in Public and Nonprofit Administration at Valley State University in the fall of 2008. currently serves as a member of the ichigan Community Foundations' Youth Project well as a Michigan LEAGUE board member. Alexander remains an active member of the aw Community Foundations' Youth anu•.,nru Council and Student Government. She been an MCSC member since 2007. izabeth Bunn .... ,,,.. ,,.~,.,.,-Treasurer of the UA W izabeth Bunn was elected Secretaryurer of the UAW at the UAWs 33rd al Convention held in June 2002, highest post held by a woman in UAW . As Secretary-Treasurer, Bunn is the nancial officer of the UAW and directs administrative departments including Auditing, Building Maintenance, Purchasing and Strike Assistance. has been a MCSC member since 2003. �Campbell of West Michigan United Way ne (Tony) Campbell is the Vice President, unity Investment, at the Heart of West United Way. He is responsible for <>lln.r-<>1·inn more than $6 million to 53 agencies the Grand Rapids area and for research based initiatives around and early childhood. He currently serves as Associate Pastor for Messiah Missionary Baptist urch. He previously served as the Executive rector for Community Mobilization for America's ise while Colin Powell was the Chair. He has an MCSC member since 2007. nie Colaianne SCO Corporation Foundation nie Colaianne was appointed president of Corporation Foundation in 2005 and the position of Director of Corporate which she has held since 1998. She nts the corporation and the foundation charitable engagements and oversees M"''"'"'"' travel and meeting services nrnnr:o'm" Ms. Colaianne serves on the board for the Detroit Public Television ndation, Oakland Plus Foundation, nbrook's Institute of Science, and the neil of Michigan Foundation. She is a ember 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. bert Collier -"'""''" of Michigan Foundations President and CEO of the Council of Michigan Foundations, Mr. Collier has been an MCSC ~o·~h·"since 2000. He serves on numerous ng the Michigan Nonprofit Michigan Association of United and Michigan Municipal League. His in philanthropy includes service as a officer with the C.S. Mott Foundation, director for the Gannett Foundation, director of Rotary Charities of City, and founding director of the Traverse Regional Community Foundation. �immie E. Comer .._... ........,.. North American Joint and Diversity for Lear E. Comer was named president of North Joint Ventures and Diversity for Lear in September 2003. Mr. Comer joined n 1987 as director of Quality and has held nnooot .... nc as vice president and president of several "'"'""'nc within Lear. Prior to joining Lear, he was <>mnln•ll<>n by Mazda Motor Corporation and also quality-related positions during a with General Motors Corporation. He has a MCSC member since November 2003. r.nrnror::~tinn Jackson describes himself as "just a guy", but most people would probably • 'disagree. This ambitious, broadcast journalist attained his personal goal of employment with WJR News long before he expected it to happen. Lloyd has covered Nelson Mandela's visit to Detroit, ridden with the police department on raids and even been shot at by a barricaded gunman! Jackson, who began his career at WJR in 1993 as the city/county beat reporter, is now assistant news director. Lloyd has won numerous awards while at WJR, including honors from the Michigan Association Broadcasters, Associated Press and the Society of Professional Journalists. He is also the host of many special interest shows on WJR, such as "Ask the Mayor", "Ask the Governor'' and "Ask the Chief'. He has been an MCSC member since 2007. rrently manages Community _,,,.,..,,ne for State Farm® in Michigan, and Illinois. She oversees c giving for the above mcontionn<>r1 states that make up our Lakes Zone. Lori has been a ber of the Michigan Business ers for Education Excellence working group since 2001. She currently serves as Co-Chair for the MBLEE group. The Michigan Business Leaders for Education Excellence program is an initiative which represents a collaborative effort between the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, the Michigan Business Roundtable, and additional partners such as the Michigan Department of Education, Michigan Foundation for Education Leadership, State Board of Education and other K-12 representatives. She has been an MCSC member since 2007. �hristine Kwak .K. Kellogg Foundation program director at the W.K. Kellogg · and an MCSC member since is the co-founder/co-chair of on Foundations affinity group, ntrr,,.k,::,r Forum on Community and al Service, and serves on various national committees in the nonprofit sector. net 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 of the Michigan Community Service mission. Ms. Lawson brings to Ford Company a 20-year history of .-,nlll"h•nr"tivP leadership in the nonprofit and .-,nrnnr·<>+~> sectors. Ms. Lawson served as the 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. h Lubig Michigan University Nn.nrlor·n $ I 1 \ . Joe Lubig is a teacher educator at Northern ichigan University. His focus is on adolescent and civic education. Prior to his position NMU he worked as a public school teacher 13 years for the Marquette Area Public ools (MAPS). He is currently a trustee for MAPS School Board. Dr. Lubig is a member professional organizations including Delta Kappa, Michigan Council for the jSocial Studies, the International Reading · Association, and the Michigan Reading Association. He has been an MCSC member since 2007. t{ ,' �Russell G. Mawby<IB< font> Kellogg Foundation ADtlom,tea 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 Fn•mtl,.tic>n 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 ant Governor's Children's Commission 1996 and the State Officers Ca•nno>n<:,.ticm Commission from 1996 to 1998. as CEO and chair of the W.K. Kellogg ro~ma;auon, Mawby was instrumental in convening a of meetings leading to the formation of the Meston Area Intermediate School Susan Meston is the Superintendent for the Area Intermediate School District, in a variety of administrative s in the education field over the years. 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 ED West Michigan, serves on the nu11rnn,., .. ntal Committee for the Community for Muskegon County, and rF!rorF!~:F!ntF!rl Michigan on the National Forum for onal 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. iester is Director of the James C. Acheson and Chief Financial Office for Acheson res, L.L.C. She is a principal in Austin, , Beauchamp & Finnegan, P.C., CPA Firm. Niester is a member of the Council of Michigan dations, Association of Small Foundations, and National Council on Foundations. She serves on Board of Directors of the Community ndation of St. Clair County, Port Huron Hospital the Blue Water Health Services. Ms. Niester been an MCSC member since 2005. �Parker County Commissioner Parker has dedicated his life to nity 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. also served as executive-on-loan to the Public Schools and as Deputy CEO of unity Responsibility. He was elected as County Commissioner for the eastside ct 2 in 1991. Bernard also sits on us boards of Directors including New NAACP, Detroit Alliance for Fair ng, St. John Hospital, The Wellness Plan and Southeastern Village. He has been a MCSC member since November 2003. Jerry L. Seese ·· Saginaw Township Community ntendent of Saginaw Township Community Schools since 1999 and an MCSC member since 2002, Mr. Seese has held various positions in the field of education for 1 years. He is active in many organizations, including America's Promise, Saginaw County Steering Committee; Vision 2020, Saginaw Junior Achievement Board of ; Saginaw Rotary Club, Business ucation Partnership; United Way Board of ; Bridge for Racial Harmany Board of Directors, Saginaw County; and many other business and educational organizations. Charities of Traverse City Smith has served as the Executive of Rotary Charities of Traverse City 1997. She served as the Executive rector of the Grand Traverse Regional munity Foundation from 1993-1997. Prior that she served several institutions as a de,ieliDOrnelnt 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 int•>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 :sa.I"Jinaw . Sowmick is the Public Relations of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe Mic~hiCI::Jn Mr. Sowmick is a graduate of ng Community College and Michigan University with an extensive background media. An award-winning Native •.photojournalist, Mr. Sowmick currently serves :ion the Lansing Community College · Foundation Board, the Central Michigan Community Hospital Board of Directors, the Advisory Council of Central ichigan University, and the Saginaw hippewa 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. ichael D. Thomas County Prosecuting :sa,mnaw D. Thomas was elected Saginaw nty Prosecuting Attorney in 1990. In 2000, r. Thomas was a member of an international training team on Domestic Violence Law at Ehwa Women's University in Seoul, Korea, ;•;u/·: .....sporlso•red by the World Bank. This was a ltHlJS<~JPIIJnary team which trained Korean , prosecutors, judges and social workers implementing the new Korean Violence Act. He also serves on several including Director of the Prosecuting .. rr,,rn.~v"' Association of Michigan and Director of the National District Attorneys Association of U.S.A. He has been a MCSC member since November 2003. �Williamson is Area Vice President for Grand Rapids-based management has responsibility for the company's nn~•r::~ltinr•,::: in 200 central and western ichigan communities, including Grand ids, Lansing, Jackson, Muskegon, nd, Battle Creek and Adrian. He currently cipates in the Grand Rapids Chamber of :nn~m.F=>rr..F=>''',::: CEO Roundtable program and on the Board of Directors of the Cable Telecommunications ation. In Fort Wayne, Indiana, Mr. iamson 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. r~nml"'<><>ll'" Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran College P'\a1Jan1azno . Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran was elected President Kalamazoo College in December of 2004. She med her duties in July, having formerly as Vice President of Salem Academy and Dr. Wilson-Oyelaran has served as 1ssoc1a1e professor and chair of the department of at Winston-Salem State University and Scholar in Education at North Carolina ~ves1evan College. A former American Council on 1 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, Tarheel Triad Girl Scout Council, and Senior Services. Dr. Wilson-Oyelaran has been an MCSC member since 2005. �MICHIGAN MCSC 2008 MEETING DATES COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION FRIDAY, February 29, 2008 Location: TBD Time: 12:00 pm- 4:00pm FRIDAY, April25, 2008 Location: TBD 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: June 11-12 Location: Benton Harbor THURSDAY & FRIDAY, September 25-26,2008 Location: TBD Time: 12:00 pm Thursday through 12:00 pm Friday Date: TBD November Location: TBD Time: TBD (In conjunction with AmeriCorps Member Celebration) MCSC - Executive Committee Meetings 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 8, 2008 ** Friday, March 28, 2008 Friday, August 15,2008 Friday, Octo her 24, 2008 **Date Change Updated January 14, 2008 �MICHIGAN 2008 CALENDAR COMMUNITY SERVICE MCSC SPONSORED SPECIAL EVENTS COMMISSION January 1-31 Michigan Mentoring Month 21 MLK Day of Service 23-24 Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Council Retreat- Boyne City 29 Mentor Michigan Providers Council Meeting - Lansing February 7-8 12th Annual Service-Learning Institute- Central Michigan Univ., Mt. Pleasant 12 Voices for National Service Reception- Washington DC 19 Governor's Service Awards Nomination Forms must be postmarked by today MCSC Board Meeting - Lansing 29 March 18-20 Mentor Michigan AmeriCorps and VISTA Training - Kettunen Center April 9-12 13-19 TBD 25 25-30 29 National Service-Learning Conference- Minneapolis National Volunteer Week Celebrating Volunteerism 2008 - State Capitol, Lansing MCSC Board Meeting- Location TBD National Youth Service Day Mentor Michigan Providers Council Meeting - Lansing May 11-17 AmeriCorps Week 13-14 Michigan Nonprofit SuperConference- Lansing June 1-3 National Conference on Volunteerism- Atlanta, GA 11-12 Russ Mawby Signature Service Project- Benton Harbor TBD Governor's Service Awards- Detroit July 15 Mentor Michigan Providers Council Meeting - Lansing September 25-26 MCSC Board Meeting and Retreat- TBD October 13-15 Cross Stream Training- TBD 25 Make a Difference Day November TBD MCSC Board Meeting- Lansing 17 Mentoring Statewide Conference - Lansing 18 Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Celebration- Lansing 19 Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Council Meeting -Lansing Updated: January 15, 2008 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Mentor Michigan. Michigan’s Volunteer Investment Grants. Governor’s Service Awards. Learn and Serve - Michigan. Singularly, each of these programs represent a piece of Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) activities that are positive and impactful. However, when these program pieces are connected and working synergistically, communities are strengthened and lives are transformed. Read on to learn more about the MCSC, a vital and unique organization that has been serving our State for the past 18 years. MCSC has a rich heritage of supporting volunteer efforts that generate reciprocity, trust, and empowerment in communities across our great State. And, each year we celebrate and recognize individuals and organizations that donate their time and talent to uplift their communities. Our work includes granting funds to provide individuals the opportunity to serve their communities, bringing visibility to the importance of mentoring, educating others about the benefits of volunteerism, and helping others take concrete action in communities to generate noticeable change. It also takes the support of our partners – individuals, foundations, businesses, and government organizations – that are committed to funding much needed service programs to regenerate communities. We greatly appreciate their dedication and investment. Although we have made significant strides in 2008; much more must be done to help preserve a bright future for our great State. We encourage you to read our stories and to join together with more than 73,000 Michigan citizens who, last year, believed in the spirit of volunteering and service to dramatically renew and strengthen their communities – one area at a time – for years to come. Daniel G. Mulhern Michigan’s First Gentleman, MCSC Chair Breannah Alexander Student, Grand Valley State University Vernice Anthony Greater Detroit Area Health Council Karen Betley Senior Services, Inc. Carolyn Bloodworth CMS Energy Elizabeth Bunn International Union UAW Antoine Campbell Heart of West Michigan United Way Robert Collier Council of Michigan Foundations Jimmie Comer Comer Holdings Michael Hill Grand Traverse Bay ISD Jason Hoskins Eastern Michigan University Graduate Student Lloyd Jackson WJR Radio Lori Jewell State Farm Insurance Christine Kwak W.K. Kellogg Foundation Janet Lawson Ford Volunteer Corps Joseph Lubig Northern Michigan University Kathleen Maisner Retired Michigan Public School Educator Russell Mawby W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Chair Emeritus Donna Niester Acheson Ventures Paula Kaiser Van Dam Executive Director Daniel G. Mulhern MCSC Chairman Bernard Parker Wayne County Commissioner Jerry Seese Saginaw Township Community Schools Marsha Smith Rotary Charities of Traverse City Joseph Sowmick Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan Alphonso Swain Capital Area Center for Independent Living Larry Williamson Comcast Cable 3 �MICHIGAN COMMlN1Y SERVICE COMMISSION Proof 2008 Program Locations 9-2-09 by County • Learn and Serve - Michigan School-Based program(s) • • • • Learn and Serve - Michigan Community-Based program(s) Wexford Missaukae Roscommon Ogemaw Iasco • Lake Osceola • Mecosta • Michigan's AmeriCorps program(s) host sites • Michigan's AmeriCorps member service site(s) • • Clare • • Tuscola Gratiot Saginaw • Genesee Lapeer Macomb Clinton Shiawassee Ionia Kent !-=:.::.:..J.....:.::,:::....L..:.:::;::.....J....:;:::;:::...J--.---L.--1 + Providers Council member(s) Allegan Barry Buren Kalamazoo A Volunteer Investment Grantee(s) Sanilac •• • 1---+---+----i • • • • • A+ • • •• •A • • • • : • : • A+ • • • A •• A • • • • • • •• A van • • • Montcalm • • • Cass 4 St. Joseph Eaton Calhoun Branch Ingham Uvlngston JackSon Hillsdale • • Oakland Washtanaw Wayne Lenawee �Proof 9-2-09 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 $80 million to communities for volunteer initiatives. These funds have leveraged more than $67 million in local funds and engaged nearly one million people in service. In 2008, the MCSC:  Granted approximately $5.8 million in federal and state funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities.  Engaged more than 56,000 participants and volunteers in service activities through Michigan’s AmeriCorps, Learn and Serve – Michigan, and Volunteer Investment Grant programs.  Supported more than 230 mentoring programs through awareness building, mentor recruitment, partnership development, training, and recognition. Learn more about all the great things we’ve accomplished during the past year ... Our Outlook .......................................................................................................................... 3 Our Programs Michigan’s AmeriCorps.................................................................................................... 6 Learn and Serve – Michigan............................................................................................. 8 Mentor Michigan............................................................................................................. 10 Michigan’s Volunteer Investments Grants....................................................................... 12 Governor’s Service Awards............................................................................................. 14 Our Advisory Committees . ................................................................................................ 16 Our Supporters ................................................................................................................... 17 Financial Statement ............................................................................................................ 18 5 �Proof 9-2-09 Michigan’s AmeriCorps Responding to Disaster at a Moment’s Notice Ten of Michigan’s Together We Prepare members from the American Red Cross devoted their services in response to the severe flooding experienced in Iowa last summer. Red Cross AmeriCorps members receive disaster assistance training and are well prepared to answer the call to service when disaster strikes. Jordan O’Neil, AmeriCorps program director for the American Red Cross of West Central Michigan, says 10 members received 24 hours notice to make a three-week commitment in Iowa where they put in 12-hour days, seven days a week. Their main service duties included working on client case work such as facilitating in person meetings with disaster families or individuals to provide immediate financial assistance. The AmeriCorps members also helped victims with shelter and AmeriCorps Together We Prepare American Red Cross of West Central Michigan (Grand Rapids) Char-Em ISD’s AmeriCorps Program Charlevoix-Emmet County ISD City Year Detroit City Year, Inc. Downriver CARES AmeriCorps The Guidance Center (Detroit) Faith In Youth Partnership Good Samaritan Ministries (Holland and Zeeland) Huron Pines AmeriCorps Huron Pines (Grayling) feeding concerns. O’Neil says Red Cross AmeriCorps members’ general service duties are to respond to local disasters; however, they are often called to different locations nationally, depending on the circumstances surrounding the disasters. In 2008, Red Cross AmeriCorps members responded to 185 local disasters across Michigan consisting of residential fires, tornadoes, floods, and winter storms. Members assisted 757 Michigan residents with their immediate emergency needs. They also responded to 25 national disasters assisting more than 6,000 people in 7 states. Additionally, members taught 521 disaster preparedness and safety classes to 28,377 Michigan residents. AmeriCorps Together We Prepare program is one of the 19 current AmeriCorps programs that are a part of Michigan’s AmeriCorps family. Often described Michigan’s AmeriCorps Grantees Neighborhood Youth Development Camp Fire USA West Michigan Council (Grand Rapids) Jumpstart - Michigan Jumpstart Inc. (Dearborn and Ypsilanti) Michigan Habitat AmeriCorps Program Habitat for Humanity of Michigan (Lansing) MARESA-Michigan’s AmeriCorps Marquette-Alger Regional Educational Service Agency MPCA Community HealthCorps Program Michigan Primary Care Association (Lansing) Superior AmeriCorps B-H-K Child Development Board (Baraga, Houghton, and Keweenaw counties) Michigan AmeriCorps Partnership The Regents of the University of Michigan (Detroit) Michigan Service Scholars Michigan Campus Compact (Lansing) The Smart Choice Project Boys & Girls Club of Benton Harbor Michigan Environmental Stewardship AmeriCorps Michigan Department of Agriculture (Lansing) MSU 4-H Mentor Michigan Initiative Michigan State University Extension (East Lansing) 6 Readetroit Corps Communities in Schools of Detroit Volunteer Muskegon’s AmeriCorps Volunteer Muskegon �as the “domestic Peace Corps,” AmeriCorps is a national service program that engages members in service in communities across the state. The duties of the AmeriCorps members are based on the local needs of the community in which they serve. The mission of AmeriCorps is to get things done, strengthen communities, encourage responsibility, and expand opportunity. Community priorities help determine the service Michigan’s AmeriCorps members will provide in a specific area. In the past year, 1,060 members built housing, recruited volunteers, mentored children, educated individuals on health issues, addressed environmental issues, and much more. The Michigan Community Service Commission supports and provides funding for each program by distributing federal funds from the Corporation for National and Community Service. Michigan’s AmeriCorps members are between the ages of 17 and 72. Each member commits to completing a specified term of service, usually one year. They are provided with a modest living allowance and are placed at nonprofit organizations, Proof 9-2-09 schools, and other agencies. Full-time members are eligible for health benefits while serving. Additionally, some members receive assistance with childcare, which is incomebased. Once the member has successfully completed the year-long commitment, he or she will receive an education award that can be used to pay for future college tuition or for qualified student loans. Michigan’s AmeriCorps members earned $1.6 million in education awards in 2008. Michigan’s AmeriCorps programs also provide training and professional development to members. The topics covered include volunteer management, leadership skills, citizenship, and other specialized trainings. The MCSC works to help members understand their role in their individual program as well as the part they play in the Corps’ overall service strategy, both at the state and national levels. One key component of Michigan’s AmeriCorps program is the annual Member Celebration, which unites members from across the state for orientation and training. Members also join together for the annual Russ Mawby Signature Service Project (SSP). On June 11-12, 2008, more than 250 members from across the state focused on rejuvenating Benton Harbor’s community. As part of the 2008 SSP, AmeriCorps members applied their service skills at Harbor Habitat for Humanity housing sites in the Crystal Estates neighborhood. Projects included landscaping, building sheds, constructing subfloors, and framing. The 2008 Signature Service Project was a partnership between Michigan’s AmeriCorps, Habitat for Humanity of Michigan, and Harbor Habitat for Humanity. The SSP is an annual event serving a different community each year. The Impact MCSC granted $4,916,489 to Michigan nonprofit programs. Additionally, members earned $1,610,000 in education awards. Michigan’s AmeriCorps programs’ local areas leveraged $4,929,457 in match funds. 1,060 members served through 19 programs located in 82 counties across Michigan. And, members completed 571,802 service and training hours. Michigan’s AmeriCorps Program Highlights Members with Neighborhood Youth Development mentored 1,654 youth through 34-week school programs and eight-week-long summer programs in the Grand Rapids community. When evaluated, more than 80 percent of the youth participants felt they had a support system and learned a great deal from the AmeriCorps members. Huron Pines AmeriCorps members implemented 19,831 linear feet of lakeshore or stream bank erosion control projects with the help of local volunteers in the counties of Missaukee, Grand Traverse, Presque Isle, and Cheboygan. Members of the readetroit corps tutored 501 youth within the Detroit community. AmeriCorps members were often grouped with multiple young people to provide tutoring assistance and to serve as mentors. Members’ Service 24,773 community volunteers were recruited, placed and or supported by Michigan’s AmeriCorps members. Additionally, these community volunteers donated 165,561 hours of service. 19,472 individuals received disaster relief services or disaster education. 32 families prepared and took ownership of new homes. 3,138 students received tutoring services or homework support. And, 10,195 children benefitted from ongoing mentoring relationships. 7 �Proof 9-2-09 Learn and Serve – Michigan Charlevoix Service-Learning Students Participate in Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Be careful what you ask for was probably the phrase furthest from Charlevoix High School (CHS) Construction Technology teacher Brian Certa’s mind when he wrote a letter to Extreme Makeover: Home Edition applauding the goals of the show and tentatively offering assistance in the future. internships and jobs with large construction companies located in North Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee. On Tuesday, March 4, 2008, Certa received a call to bring four of his seniors to New Orleans, Louisiana, to assist the show in building a house and church previously destroyed by Hurricane Katrina. From Friday, March 6 through Saturday, March 14, CHS Construction Program and Learn & Serve students Corey Gotshall, Cliff Jones, Kyle Jones, and Nathan Tripplehorn assisted with framing, installing doors, sheeting, wrapping, and landscaping. “[Service-learning] stretches their boundaries outside of school walls and allows students to recognize the need for education and how useful it is in the real world. Focusing on the needs of others is an eye-opening experience for many young people and transforms them into more thoughtful and compassionate beings,” said Certa. “Volunteers were divided into skilled and unskilled groups. As these young men were in their fourth year of Charlevoix High School’s Construction Program, they were qualified to wear the ‘skilled’ badges that provided access to all project sites. Then it was just a matter of putting those skills to work – and they certainly did. Certa says by the end of the week the students were receiving offers of The Impact MCSC granted $726,062 in school-and communitybased service-learning grants. Additionally, grantees leveraged $775,589 in match funds within their local communities. As a result of these grants, 1,042 teachers engaged 26,386 K-12 students in 8 Despite the work experiences and networking opportunities, Certa believes this trip also summed up the value of service-learning. Learn & Serve – Michigan funds assisted with transportation and housing costs for the CHS students and Certa. Service-learning is a teaching and learning approach that connects meaningful service to the community with classroom instruction that enriches learning, teaches civic responsibility, and fosters personal growth. It helps youth see beyond the classroom and into the community where they learn math, science, language arts, and other required subjects by 538,477 hours of service-learning. They were assisted by 2,713 adult volunteers. They completed 70 community revitalization projects in 2007-2008. Through the community-based grant, Michigan State University Extension 4-H engaged 527 students in 25,842 hours of service through Peer Mentoring and Service-Learning programming. �addressing community needs and solving real-life problems. The Learn and Serve - Michigan program administers two types of grants – school-based and community-based. School-based programs are rooted in K-12 classrooms and integrated into the school’s curriculum. Community-based programs are facilitated by non-profit organizations and occur during non-school hours. Proof 9-2-09 The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) administers Learn and Serve at the federal level and partners with states to fund national service programs locally. The Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) in partnership with the Michigan Department of Education administers Learn and Serve - Michigan. Learn and Serve – Michigan Listed below are several highlights about service-learning projects conducted in Michigan schools Science – Water Quality Monitoring Joy McFadyen of Bay City, a 2008 Service Learning Award recipient, and a fifth-grade teacher at Hampton Elementary School helps nurture others in the field expand their service-learning knowledge and skills. In fact, she has involved her students in science-based service-learning for many years. Joy’s students have supported water quality monitoring of the Saginaw Bay through the Global Rivers Environmental Education Network (GREEN). To demonstrate mastery of the content, students presented their water quality findings to community members at the annual River Congress. Joy also makes science relevant by engaging students in the research, development, and maintenance of local rain gardens. They planted nearly 3,000 native plants in the local rain gardens with the help of more than 500 students and community volunteers. (Bay City Public Schools) The Literacy Corps The Literacy Corps at Tinkham Alternative High School in Westland, recipient of the 2008 Innovative Program Award, incorporates key elements of high-quality service-learning and has a sustainable impact on the students and the community. The Literacy Corps enhances students’ academic and personal success and helps them improve their literacy skills by tutoring and mentoring elementary students. Students are trained to create effective lesson plans based on the younger students needs through this service-learning course. The Literacy Corps participants complete a six-week training program before traveling to the elementary school, where they meet with students for 45 minutes, three times per week (Wayne-Westland Community Schools). 2007-2008 Learn and Serve - Michigan Grant Recipients Belding Area Schools Carson City – Crystal Area Schools CASMAN Alternative Academy Charlevoix Public Schools Chassell Township Schools Clarkston Community Schools Copper Country Intermediate School District Grand Blanc Community Schools Inland Lakes School District Kaleva Norman Dickson Schools Kent Intermediate School District Lake Orion Community Schools Lowell Area Schools Marquette-Alger Regional Educational Service Agency Michigan State University 4-H Extension Onaway Area Community Schools Pennfield Schools Renaissance High School Shelby Public Schools Southgate Community School District Traverse City Area Public Schools Wayne Westland Community Schools Williamston Community Schools YMCA Service Learning Academy 9 “Servicelearning has a positive impact on students’ academic achievement, personal and social development, and civic engagement. It provides numerous opportunities for students to apply what they are learning to solve real world community problems.” – Mike Flanagan, Superintendent of Public Instruction, Michigan Department of Education. �Proof 9-2-09 “All across the great state of Michigan there are youngsters waiting for someone to come into their lives and give them some time. We want you on our team – join us today.” Lloyd Carr Former University of Michigan head football coach and Mentor Michigan recruitment spokesman Mentor Michigan Generating Brighter Futures Changing schools every year. Never really having a place to call home. Wondering if anyone cared about her. These are all phrases that describe the first 13 years of Jamie Whipple’s life. However her life changed dramatically in 2004, when she met an individual who would become the one constant in her life – her mentor, Michele – through the Ottawa County Journey 4-H Youth Mentoring Program. Their first meeting occurred at a local coffee shop in Grand Haven where they became acquainted and discovered they had much in common. From that point on, they were inseparable. In 2006, they even participated in the annual Labor Day Mackinac Bridge Run, and Michelle introduced Jamie to a new way of life. Undoubtedly, mentoring has made such a change in her life that she loves to share her uplifting experience with others. In February 2008, Jamie The Impact shared her personal story during a national webinar for mentoring program staff who work with at-risk youth. And, at the October 2008 Michigan Dropout Prevention Summit, Jamie explained the positive effect mentoring has had on her views about the importance of education. “When things were bad at home my grades would fall,” explained Jamie. “If I’m ever having a problem in English or History, sometimes Michele will come over, pick me up, and help me with my homework. She always helps me focus.” Jamie and Michele’s participation in the Ottawa County Journey Youth Mentoring Program will end in late 2009 once Jamie turns 18 – but that doesn’t mean they won’t continue their mentoring relationship in the future. “We’ve set a goal that we’ll continue to meet once a month for coffee after I turn 18,” said Jamie. A 2008 survey of 143 mentoring organizations in 47 Michigan counties concluded: 22,916 children were mentored in 2008. A number of these youth are disadvantaged, including 730 that live in foster homes; 607 who have been diagnosed with a cognitive disability; 168 have a physical disability; and 1,245 have an incarcerated parent. 227 Michigan mentoring organizations registered with Mentor Michigan. The state has 17,051 active mentors. Of those, 36 percent are male while 64 percent are female. 10 �“Every day I keep thinking about how grateful I am to have Michele in my life. She is the only stable, adult role-model in my life and, she gives me the strength to keep going forward,” said Jamie Following her high school graduation, Jamie hopes to attend Muskegon Community College to study Automotive Technology. Michele supports her and encourages her to reach that goal. One hour a week can make a big difference in a young person’s future. Mentor Michigan supports more than 225 organizations around the state that are changing lives by matching mentors with young people. And, Mentor Michigan provides those organizations with training and research. It fosters partnerships with businesses, faith-based and nonprofit organizations, schools, colleges and universities, and state and local government to Proof 9-2-09 support mentoring. Mentor Michigan also builds public awareness about the importance of and the need for mentors by urging caring adults to “pass it on,” because sharing a little of yourself with a young person can reward both of you with lifelong benefits. This year, Mentor Michigan also launched Mentor PRO, an online case management system that allows programs to manage their matches more efficiently. Eighteen mentoring programs are now using this system to track 719 matches. Additionally, Mentor Michigan aims to recruit 10,000 new mentors by 2010 through several campaigns: Men in Mentoring, Mobilizing Mentors: Hometown Heroes Mentoring Hometown Kids, The State Employee Recruitment campaign, and the Michigan Municipal League. Mentor Michigan helps provide financial support to mentoring organizations throughout the state. • 28 Michigan Mentoring Month mini grants valued at $19,000 were awarded to recruit and recognize mentors. • Over $90,000 was awarded in Volunteer Investment Grants to six mentoring organizations in the state. • $6,692 in Meijer mini grants were awarded to 15 mentoring organizations in the state. • The six Men in Mentoring pilot sites received $60,000 in funding to support their male mentor recruitment efforts. • The Michigan State University Extension: 4-H Mentor Michigan Initiative utilized $700,638 in federal funds and 55 Michigan’s AmeriCorps members to expand and strengthen mentoring programs in the state. In 2008 Mentor Michigan... associate athletic director Lloyd Carr, who will work to recruit more male mentors in the state. Partnered with the Michigan Army & Air National Guard to better serve Michigan youth in need of mentors by recruiting 500 Michigan National Guard members to serve as mentors by 2010. Joined with the Michigan Municipal League to encourage city officials to support mentoring through serving as a mentor, recruiting or recognizing mentors, increasing awareness about mentoring, serving as a board member of a local mentoring program, or supporting the annual Michigan Mentoring Month. Introduced its newest recruitment spokesman, former University of Michigan head football coach and current 11 “Mentors are everyday heroes who transform a life or even a community through their simple commitment to make a difference.” — Daniel G. Mulhern First Gentleman �Proof 9-2-09 Michigan’s Volunteer Investment Grants Increasing Community Capacity through Volunteerism Communities across the state continue to struggle to identify lasting solutions to pressing issues affecting public health, economic vitality, clean and safe environments, and education. And, they continue to rely upon nonprofits to play a critical role in mitigating these issues with some measure of success. Developed in 1998, Michigan’s Volunteer Investment Grant (VIG) Program was founded on the premise that volunteers provide a vital-problem solving resource to communities. Michigan’s VIG is designed to build organizational capacity to increase the number of citizen volunteers involved in community problem-solving. Using service at multiple age levels as a strategy provides nonprofit organizations with additional human capital to help tackle their mounting challenges. The The goal of the VIG program is to increase and sustain the number of volunteers addressing one of three critical focus areas: mentoring children in need, mobilizing Baby Boomer volunteers, or engaging youth from disadvantaged backgrounds in service. The following are several examples of VIG grant monies at work: The United Way of Northwest Michigan (UW) leveraged a local partnership with Michigan State University to create an outreach campaign to attract young volunteers during 2008. Efforts included increased use of the Internet in UW’s outreach efforts including the development of a “young volunteers” blog. 13 Volunteer Investment Grantees supported 24 counties in Michigan. Impact MCSC provided $250,000 in state funds to grantees. And, grantees leveraged $200,000 in match funds within their local communities. 12 �The Human Development Commission established a complete directory of non-profit organizations in Sanilac and Huron counties. Once completed, the Commission surveyed each organization to determine its volunteer needs and helped each refine its volunteer recruitment strategy. Kalamazoo Communities In Schools produced 100 “Work-Life Balance How-To” kits to aid businesses in promoting a more family-friendly atmosphere for company employees. The Kits featured practical suggestions that benefited students and provided employees with opportunities to give back to the community. And, the Kits helped increase the number of volunteers in Kalamazoo schools as businesses begin to adopt work-life balance policies. Proof 9-2-09 The United Way Volunteer Center of Chippewa County launched an Everyone Can Serve project. The project trained 24 educators to incorporate service-learning opportunities within their schools. The educators initiated 14 projects, which engaged 881 Upper Peninsula students. Collectively, the students, teachers, and additional volunteers yielded 2,984 hours of service. 2008 Michigan’s Volunteer Investment Grant Recipients Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living (Washtenaw County) Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint (Genesee County) Camp Fire USA West Michigan Council (Kent County) Catholic Services of Macomb (Macomb County) Communities In Schools of Detroit, Inc. (Wayne County) Human Development Commission ( Huron and Sanilac Counties) Kalamazoo Communities in Schools (Kalamazoo County) Little Brother - Friends of the Elderly Oak Park Business and Educations Alliance (Oakland County) United Way of Northwest Michigan (Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, and Leelanau Counties) United Way Volunteer Center of Chippewa County (Chippewa, Luce, and Mackinaw Counties) Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan, Inc. (Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren Counties) Volunteers in Prevention, Probation and Prisons, Inc. (Wayne County) (Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw, and Ontonagon Counties) 13 �Proof 9-2-09 Governor’s Service Awards Honoring Community Heroes The Governor’s Service Awards recognizes volunteers who work tirelessly on behalf of others, quietly improving their communities and touching lives, never expecting a word of gratitude or recognition for their good deeds. 90, has been active in the Zonta Club of Saginaw since 1947, and, she helped organize the Saginaw Women’s Council, volunteered at St. Francis Home for 24 years, and is an active member of St. John Lutheran Church in Saginaw. These heroes used their time and talent to tackle some of the communities’ most pressing challenges. And, each was honored at the 2008 Governor’s Service Awards at the Fox Theatre in Detroit. Michigan’s own American Idol contestant LaKisha Jones performed for program attendees and Governor Jennifer M. Granholm and First Gentleman Daniel G. Mulhern presented the awards. Olivia Thomas – Youth Volunteer of the Year The 2008 Governor’s Award Winners included: Kalamazoo native Olivia Thomas has been volunteering since age 11. She has been actively engaged in planning and executing a local park clean up, a paint-by-number mural for the city of Kalamazoo, a community block party, and hurricane relief work in Florida. This Kalamazoo Central High School student has devoted more than 556 hours to community service. Lois Herbage – Governor George Romney Lifetime Achievement Award Medical Care Access Coalition of Marquette – Outstanding Volunteer Program Award When people mention the name, Lois Herbage, Saginaw natives get excited. Herbiage, at age The Medical Care Access Coalition of Marquette responds to the medical needs of uninsured Publicly recognized the diversity of Michigan volunteers and the impact of their work across the state. The Encouraged volunteerism in local communities. Impact Highlighted local service corporations and community needs. Identified and recognized Michigan’s good corporate citizens. 14 �families and individuals in Marquette, Schoolcraft, and Alger Counties in the Upper Peninsula. The program engages volunteer physicians and pharmacy services to provide healthcare and medications to those in need. Each year, the program serves nearly 1,000 uninsured adults. In 2006, volunteer providers donated more than $790,000 in healthcare services and prescriptions to the uninsured. Great Lakes Capital Fund of Lansing – Corporate Community Leader Great Lakes Capital Fund of Lansing employees focus on supporting the growth of quality affordable and other economic and social opportunities for the economically disadvantaged. To date, employees volunteer with Think Detroit, Habitat for Humanity, American Cancer Society, St. Ignatius Nonprofit Housing Corporation Board, Michigan Avenue Business Association Board, Proof 9-2-09 Special Olympics, and Kids in the Kitchen. In 2007, employees contributed $1.1 million through donations and grants toward these efforts. Nearly 180 nominations were submitted and awardees were chosen by a peer review committee, the Michigan Community Service Commission staff, and its board of commissioners. “Michigan is a stronger state because of our committed volunteers,” Governor Granholm said. “These heroes give of themselves to help make life better for our children, families, neighbors, and friends. The Governor’s Service Awards are just one way we can thank them for all they do to help others.” “Volunteers are the heart and soul of our communities,” said Jones who flew in from her home in Houston for the celebration of volunteers. “They give and give and give of their time and talent without expecting anything in return. Michigan is fortunate to have so many dedicated volunteers and I am blessed to have the opportunity to honor and thank them for their commitment.” 2008 Winners of the Governor’s Service Awards Lois Herbage of Saginaw, Governor George Romney Lifetime Achievement Award for Volunteerism This award honors individuals who demonstrate a lifelong commitment to community involvement and volunteer service. Leon Judd of Northville, Volunteer of the Year - This award recognizes individuals who strive to improve the lives of neighbors, friends, community, or congregation. Medical Care Access Coalition of Marquette, Outstanding Volunteer Program Award - This award acknowledges the importance an organization or club makes in community life. Olivia Thomas of Kalamazoo, Youth Volunteer of the Year - This award honors individuals age 21 or younger who take action to make his or her community a better place to live. Sarah Brooks of Grand Rapids, Senior Volunteer of the Year - This award honors individuals age 65 or older who have worked to improve his or her community. Great Lakes Capital Fund of Lansing, Corporate Community Leader Award - Corporations and businesses receive this award for efforts generated through corporate volunteer programs, monetary contributions, in-kind gifts, and employee-driven volunteer service. Cary Levy of Troy, Mentor of the Year - This award honors individuals who make a significant difference in a child’s life through mentoring. Carson City-Crystal Mentoring Program of Montcalm County, Outstanding Mentoring Program Award - This award honors mentoring programs for developing and maintaining high-quality experiences for both adults and youth. 15 �Proof 9-2-09 The MCSC’s 2008 Advisory Committees Michigan’s AmeriCorps Member Council The Member Council provides a statewide network in which Michigan’s AmeriCorps members share ideas, experiences, and a spirit of service while taking a leadership position in their AmeriCorps program. Each Council representative plays a significant role in promoting AmeriCorps by giving at least two outreach presentations and organizing at least one local service project. They also assist in the development of a Michigan’s AmeriCorps Member Newsletter and serve as liaisons between AmeriCorps members and the MCSC. Each program has the opportunity to select one member to serve as a representative on the Council. Rachel Cush Camp Fire USA AmeriCorps LaShauna Horton Cherry Street Health Services Yasmine Lennon Superior AmeriCorps Christine Sisung 4-H Mentor Michigan Initiative Bridget Ferrigan Michigan Campus Compact Colette Jenkins readetroit corps Jessica Murphy MARESA – Michigan’s AmeriCorps Rosie Villarreal Faith In Youth Partnership Christy Fieber Volunteer Muskegon’s AmeriCorps Beth Leonard MPCA Community HealthCorps Raymond Murry Michigan AmeriCorps Partnership Savanah Zednicek Char-Em ISD AmeriCorps Kathleen Grandy Downriver CARES AmeriCorps Asa Lockette City Year Detroit Matt Reaume Huron Pines AmeriCorps Josh Meyers AmeriCorps Together We Prepare 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. Thomas E. Barnum Big Brothers Big Sisters Peg Cramer Kentwood Public Schools Janelle Hill Arbor Circle Dara Munson Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Detroit Sarah Bolman Bethany Christian Services Jerry Dash Volunteer in Prevention, Probation and Prisons, Inc. Ginna Holmes Alma College Chris Reinsma KIDS HOPE USA Lisa Bottomley MSU Extension – 4-H Youth Development Trish Fiebing Traverse City Area Public Schools Michelle Malamis Jewish Family Services Mary Schusterbauer Oakland County Circuit Court – Family Division Julie Chapin MSU Extension – 4-H Youth Development Alex Gossage Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living Kris Marshall Winning Futures Michelle Soucy Big Brothers Big Sisters Michigan Capital Region Frank Cox MSU Extension – Muskegon County 4-H Programs Edward J. Hagan Big Brothers Big Sisters Michigan Capital Region Maggie Munch Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Western Upper Peninsula Reta Stanley Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint 16 �2008 MCSC Supporters Acheson Ventures Blue Cross Blue Shield/Accident Fund CMS Energy Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Michigan Comcast Comer Holdings Comerica Corporation for National and Community Service Council of Michigan Foundations DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund Delta Dental DP + Company DTE Energy Fifth Third Bank Ford Motor Company Fund and Community Services Health Alliance Plan Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation Hudson-Webber Foundation John Hancock Financial Services Kellogg Company Lear Corporation MASCO Corporation Foundation Mawby Family Fund Meijer MENTOR Michigan Nonprofit Association Multicom Media Oakwood Healthcare System Olivet College Olympia Entertainment, Inc. Pace & Partners Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan State Farm Insurance W.K. Kellogg Foundation Proof 9-2-09 MCSC Staff Musette A. Michael, Executive Director Paula Kaiser VanDam, Deputy Director Janice Harvey, Executive Assistant Michigan’s AmeriCorps Marcy Bishop Kates, Program Officer Jeanine Yard, Program Officer Megan Sargent, Training and Inclusion Coordinator Michelle Mackie, Administrative Assistant Learn and Serve – Michigan Angelia Salas, Program Officer Tara Gilman, Administrative Assistant Mentor Michigan Amber Reiss, Mentor Michigan Coordinator Kathie Vasilion Robinson, Administrative Assistant Ben Gulker, Mentor Michigan AmeriCorps*VISTA Finance and Administration Garry Gross, Director of Finance and Administration Kevin Reeves, Grants Coordinator Carole Rush-Witt, Grants Coordinator Communications Chawn Greene-Farmer, Public Relations Director Elyse Ver Berkmoes Walter, Communication Specialist 17 �Proof 9-2-09 Financial Statement September 30, 2008 Federal Funds $7,017,625 Michigan’s AmeriCorps $5,497,827 Learn and Serve – Michigan $938,363 Program Development and Training $120,000 Disability and Inclusion $72,000 Commission Administration $389,435 State Funds $1,308,000 State Appropriation Volunteer Investment Grants $1,058,000 $250,000 Total MCSC Revenue $8,325,625 18 Fiscal Year 2008 Expenditures Grants Program Training Operations and Administration $4,575,498 $176,474 $1,110,020 Total Expenditures $5,861,992 �Proof 9-2-09 Inside back Blank �Proof 9-2-09 1048 Pierpont, Suite 4 Lansing, Michigan 48913 (517) 335-4295 • Fax (517) 373-4977 www.michigan.gov/mcsc Photos used in this publication are courtesy of the ©Corporation for National and Community Service Office of Public Affairs, CNCS Photo Office. 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In this check list tool, you will find a list of actions you can and should take as a member of the MCSC. The items in italics and bold are required and the items in bold only are areas you may wish to consider a personal commitment. Please use the numbering system below to indicate your preference. Staff and your fellow commissioners will use this tool to monitor activities and ensure that you are receiving the support you need to fulfill your role as a leader and promoter of volunteerism in Michigan. Please use the following number system to indicate your response to the following questions. I have marked with a "1" those items I have accomplished this year of service. I have marked with a "2" those things I wish to accomplish next year. I have marked with a “3” those things I did not know were an expectation. I have marked with a “4” those things I do not believe I can accomplish. I have marked with a “5” those things I want assistance in accomplishing. 1. Read and Understand the Commission’s Mission, Purposes and My Responsibilities: ____ ____ ____ ____ Read, signed and returned my Oath of Office and Conflict of Interest forms. Read printed materials about the Michigan Community Service Commission. Read my Commissioner Key Information Binder. Understand the constituency I was appointed to represent. 2. Supported the Chair, Fellow Commissioners and the Executive Director: ____ Met personally with the Executive Director to learn more about the Michigan Community Service Commission and to see how I might serve. ____ Attended at least two meetings of the Michigan Community Service Commission 3. Helped Ensure Adequate Resources for the Michigan Community Service Commission: 1 �____ ____ Made a “stretch” contribution to the Governor’s Service Awards Fund, MCSC Leadership Development Fund or a payment to the ConnectMichigan Alliance Campaign on your pledge. Made ____ cultivation/solicitation visits on the following: Policy Makers: __________________________________________________________________ Individuals: __________________________________________________________________ Corporations/Foundations: ____ ____ I have approached friends and colleagues to learn about our work when it was appropriate. I have written notes on invitations to special events and fund appeals to the following people: ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ____ I have given the names of the following individuals to be added to the Michigan Community Service Commission mailing list: ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ 4. Monitored Our Organization's Programs and Services: ____ ____ ____ ____ I have reviewed staff recommendations for funding and provided my input. I have reviewed grant proposals or Governor’s Service Awards nominations. I have attended programs and observed services provided by the Michigan Community Service Commission. I have visited programs funded by the Michigan Community Service Commission. 5. Helped Enhance Our Organization's Public Image: 2 �____ ____ ____ ____ Gave media contact and public event information to the Executive Director to forward to the development, public relations, or other appropriate committee or staff for press releases and/or public appearances. Kept brochures, fact sheets, etc. in my home, car, and office to give to people when we discuss the Michigan Community Service Commission. Left same material at libraries, schools, and businesses as appropriate. After clearing with the chairperson and the executive director, I have talked about the Michigan Community Service Commission with the following groups: Church:___________________________________________________________ School:___________________________________________________________ Business:__________________________________________________________ Media:___________________________________________________________ Government:_______________________________________________________ 3 �____ I serve on the following adhoc board committees: __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ ____ ____ ____ ____ I regularly attend board and committee meetings, except for compelling personal or business reasons. If I am unable to attend, I notify the chairperson. I read material before meetings; draft agenda, minutes, etc. I attended conferences or workshops on: Executive Committee:_______________________________________________ Board Development:_________________________________________________ Fund Raising:______________________________________________________ Subject area of the Michigan Community Service Commission:______________________________________________________ 6. Areas I Personally Initiated: ____ Thought of and discussed the following ideas with the board chairperson and/or the executive director. __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ ____ With those that were approved, I helped to develop and execute those marked with a star. ____ Other: _____ Made my commitment to mentor a child. _____________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ Date: _________________________ 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. 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_Annual-Checklist-of-Goals-for-Commission-Member-draft Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission annual checklist of goals for commission member draft Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission annual checklist of goals for commission member draft. 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, 49422 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>