Agency Descriptions - 2009

Michigan Association of United Ways - MAUW provides leadership in policy influence and capacity building to affect positive change in local communities.  www.uwmich.org

Children's Leukemia Foundation of MI - Statewide agency that provides information, financial assistance and emotional support to adults and children in Michigan affected by leukemia, lymphoma and other related disorders.  www.leukemiamichigan.org  (800) 825-2536

D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans  - Serves the Michigan veteran population by providing care to veterans and their dependents.  Caring for our American Heroes is our mission.

Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan - Provides education and consultation services, public awareness, camp programs, support services, advocacy, and employment guidance for people with epilepsy, their families and the general public.  www.epilepsymichigan.org

Grand Rapids Home for Veterans - Serves the Michigan veteran population by providing care to veterans and their dependents.  Caring for our American Heroes is our mission.

Hemophilia Foundation of Michigan - HFM strives to improve the quality of life for people affected by hemophilia, von Willebrand's Disease, other bleeding disorders and their complications.  www.hfmich.org

Lutheran Social Services of Michigan - Our programs strengthen communities, inspire hope, and transform lives.  We serve children and families, the homeless, refugees, senior adults, and persons with disabilities.  www.lssm.org

Michigan Association for Deaf, Hearing and Speech Services - A statewide collaborative agency dedicated to improving quality of life for deaf and hard of hearing individuals through leadership in advocacy, education, and services.  www.madhh.org  (517) 487-0066

Michigan Council on Crime and Delinquency - Devoted to assisting local communities in implementing programs and policies that will reduce crime and violence by providing training, research, technical assistance and education.  www.miccd.org  (517) 482-4161

Michigan League for Human Services - Promotes policies and programs that help to ensure the well being of children and families through research, analysis and data-based advocacy.  www.milhs.org  (517) 487-5436

National Kidney Foundation - The Foundation strives to prevent kidney disease and improve the quality of life for those living with it through programs, services and research.  www.nkfm.org

National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Michigan Chapter, Inc. - The Chapter provides over 100 services and programs in the category of Disease, Disorders and Medicinal Disciplines to families and persons with Multiple Sclerosis in the State of Michigan.  www.nationalmssociety.org