Friends of the Children - Detroit

Our annual Open House was a hit! Huge thanks to Playworks Michigan for keeping the kids engaged in endless fun while the adults got a glimpse of the magic happening every day. Shoutout to @Kidchemist for the cool science demos, and even our Executive Director joined in to share a talent our kids will soon explore in their entrepreneurial journey of designing and making products! Exciting times at Friends-Detroit—join the fun by donating today! https://lnkd.in/gmR9wZHr hashtag #kidsfirst #mentoringmatters #futureentrepreneurs #ignitethespark

Our paid, professional mentors; "Friends" are dedicated, committed and a trusted presence in the lives of our children. Through every challenge and triumph, they show up with unwavering support and care. Together, we're building brighter futures, and we need your help to continue this important work. Donate today and make a lasting impact! https://lnkd.in/gmR9wZHr #ignitetheirspark #mentoringmatters #kidsfirst #Friendsdetroit? #donate

The countdown is on!?? As we approach the end of the year, let's ignite their spark with every donation and every dollar. Your generosity can light up lives and create a wave of hope that lasts far beyond this season. This is the time to give from the heart and make lasting impact for our children. #yearendgiving #ignitetheirspark #Friendsdetroit #Donate #seasonofgiving #giveback

When we launched our Spark Innovation STEAM LAB in May, we had no idea just how many amazing passions we’d ignite in our kiddos! Our mentees are hard at work crafting an original song titled "School Work"—here’s a sneak peek of one mentee recording the background track! They’ll be performing it live at our Spring Concert, so make sure to be there for a night you won’t forget! #kidsfirst #mentoringmatters #friendsofthechildrendetroit #sparksflying #sparkinnovationsteamlab

?? Join us at our Open House! ??? We invite you to explore our mission and discover how we’ve redefined the youth mentoring field.? ? ?? Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024 ?? Time: 5 pm- 7 pm? ?? Location: Friends Detroit offices at Durfee Innovation Society: 2470 Collingwood #309, Detroit, MI 48206? ? At our Open House, you’ll get a chance to meet our passionate team, learn about our impactful projects, and see professional mentorship in action ??? ? Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, share ideas, and be a force for generational change. Send your RSVP now to [email protected]! ? ? #OpenHouse #PutChildrenFirst #FriendsDetroit #JoinUs

We're excited to introduce Hollie Heikkinen, a Thoughtful Disruptor and Advocate for Inclusivity, to the Friends of the Children-Detroit Board! With her mindful approach to leadership and dedication to diversity, Hollie is a wonderful addition to our team. Learn more about her impressive background and meet our other remarkable board members through our link in bio. Please join us in giving Hollie a warm welcome! #BoardMember #Leadership #FriendsoftheChildren #FriendsDetroit #MentoringMatters #KidsFirst

?? Calling all friends of Friends of the Children-Detroit! Our roster of amazing kiddos is growing, and so are their appetites! ???? We’d love your help keeping their snack bags stocked! You can support by: Shopping from our curated list on Amazon ?? (click QR code) OR Scheduling a drop-off time for non-perishable items you purchase yourself ?? Together, let’s keep those growing bellies full and those growing minds fueled! ?? Thank you for helping us make a difference, one snack at a time! #FriendsDetroit #Friendsofthechildren #SupportOurKids #FriendsOfTheChildrenDetroit #SnackDrive #mentorinmatters #kidsfirst

????Science is SO cool!?Last week, our kiddos got to explore the wonders of dry ice with?Kid Chemist! ???????? They were amazed to see how dry ice magically turns from a solid into a gas—cue the smoky, bubbling fun! ???? Not only did they get to see science in action, but they also learned about the fascinating properties of matter in a super hands-on way. ???? Big smiles, lots of curiosity, and plenty of "WOW" moments filled the room! We love bringing exciting experiences like this to our kids to spark their love for learning! If you'd like to contribute to the learning happening in the Spark Lab by way of facilitating a STEAM workshop or supporting financially so that we can continue this great learning, contact us today www.friendsdetroit.org #FriendsDetroit#ScienceRocks #HandsOnLearning #FutureScientists #KidChemistMagic

We’re excited to introduce our two newest board fellows, Rachel Barra and Gargi Patel, both students at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor! ??Their fresh perspectives will play a key role in strengthening our governance and supporting our Board of Directors.?Welcome to the Friends-Detroit family, Rachel and Gargi! ?? #BoardFellows #Welcome #FriendsOfTheChildrenDetroit #UMichAnnArbor

We were absolutely blown away when we received the most heartfelt surprise—a beautiful card from one of our caregivers, thanking us for the work we do, along with a $50 donation! ?? What made it even more incredible is knowing that this family doesn’t come from the greatest means, yet they chose to share what they could with us. The message in the card touched our hearts, and we’re so grateful for their generosity and support. It’s moments like these that remind us why we do what we do. ?? Thank you to all of our families for trusting us with your children and for being a part of the Friends-Detroit community! #Gratitude #CommunityLove #FriendsOfTheChildrenDetroit #Impact