Women, Children & Families United is committed to taking pro-active measures to create living conditions that are favorable to the safety and well-being of thriving neighborhoods, communities, and most importantly, children and families.
STOP. THINK. DIS-ARM. (S.T.D.A.) Coming Soon!
Developed with the safety and well-being of children, youth, and families as the #1 priority, Stop. Think. Dis-arm. (S.T.D.A.) has been in the making since January 2020. It is a city / state / nationwide, comprehensive call-to-action intervention program focused on addressing the epidemic of crime and violence in our neighborhoods, communities, and nation. It is a sensory influenced, modern day innovative approach designed to bring people back to their senses (humaneness) before they reach the point-of-no-return from emotional disturbance, aggressive behavior, or worse yet, taking the lives of others. The mechanics of STDA proactively interrupt cycles of violence. It is a pro-active measure to diffuse aggressive behavior by spurring on action steps of de-escalation on the fly. To diminish acts of violence and stop the untimely loss of life for far too many, we must pivot in our approach to solving these complexities; and STDA gives us that transformative edge that aligns with today’s technologically driven society. Contact our office to learn more about how you can help.
Saving Lives! Ensuring Safety! Improving Outcomes!
LEGACY of LOVE (L.O.L.) CAMPAIGN 2024
IMPACT IN ACTION – 6th Annual Hope for Coats Drive
5th Annual Hope for Coats Drive & Holiday Cheer Event 2023!
4th Annual Hope for Coats & Holiday Cheer Event 2024!
“FREE” PROGRAM
W.C.F.U. ADVOCATES FOR AND ACTIVELY ENGAGES IN STRATEGIES TO ENSURE EQUITY AND INCLUSION!
PAST EVENTS
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Please Support Our Summer School Enrichment Program
Beginning June 28, 2022 – August 3, 2022
K – 8th Grade DPS Students
Pandemic learning has been particularly difficult for low-income Detroit Public School students, many of whom were already struggling academically prior to the Coronavirus Pandemic. According to Katharine Strunk, director of Michigan State University’s Education Policy Innovation Collaboration, “the learning gaps got bigger, and this is a major equity problem.” The report also found that Black, Latino, and economically disadvantaged students began last school year behind their peers academically and ended it even further behind, according to the report. “This data makes clear what we feared: The children whose learning was most impacted by the pandemic are the students who are often the most underserved, including Black and economically disadvantaged students,” said Jennifer Mrozowski, director of communications for the Education Trust-Midwest, a Royal Oak-based nonprofit education advocacy group.
Your Gift will go a long way in helping W.C.F.U. provide a safe space for students to learn, grow and flourish. Students will engage in activities including but not limited to “Reading for Success”; “Math Matters”; practicing Mindfulness; anti-bullying strategies; field trips; and much more! Lunches and snacks will also be provided!
This program is critically necessary for several reasons. Not only will it help to lessen the learning gaps brought on by COVID-19, but just as importantly, it will keep our youth safe by helping them avoid the pitfalls of idleness that usually occurs during the hot summer months. The future of every child/youth is dependent upon equitable access to a good education. At Women, Children & Families United our programs are focused on empowering people to make sustainable change for successful outcomes. I hope that we can count on you to help us provide 15 – 20 K – 8th grade students with the support and resources they need to get back on track, recover some of the lags they’ve suffered, and bolster their education.
Please send your tax deductible (37-1863023) donation payable to: W.C.F.U., 8000 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202 or W.C.F.U., P.O. Box 442196, Detroit, MI 48244. Donations can also be made here on our website or via Cash App @ $WCFU. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Your support makes a BIG impact today, tomorrow, and always! We are deeply grateful for your generosity! Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or need additional information.
COVID-19 EMERGENCY RELIEF INITIATIVE
Join the ranks of kind, generous and supportive individuals from the Metropolitan Detroit community and help us deliver Hope and Care to marginalized families during these challenging times. Help Women, Children & Families United provide 100 emergency preparedness packages (Motor City Safety & Survival Bags) to 100 Detroit families in need by making a cash or essential supplies donation today! Each donation will help us ensure the health, safety and well-being of our children and families; significantly reduce the risk of exposure and spread of this deadly virus; and empower our families by providing them with the knowledge, resources and tools they need to protect themselves, their families and others from the deadly impact of COVID-19. Please contact us at 313-355-2678 or 313-574-5290 to arrange pick up or drop off of your donation. Due to complications associated with COVID-19, we are unable to accept clothing donations at this time. Thank you for your support!
Impact in Action: Please Donate
- Cash (no amount is too small or insignificant)
- Meijer, Kroger, Target gift cards
- Toilet paper
- Paper towel
- First aid kits
- Hand soap
- Bath soap (full-size)
- Rubbing alcohol
- Non-perishable snacks and beverages
- Baby diapers/wipes
- Feminine products
- Toothpaste/toothbrushes
- Laundry soap
- Disinfectant sprays and wipes
- Deodorant
- Etc.
W.C.F.U. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and donations are tax- deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Coming soon…S.T.D. A Crime and Violence Prevention Program
2020 EVENTS
1st ANNUAL WELLNESS EVENT
On August 1, 2020, W.C.F.U. provided immediate COVID-19 relief to just over 100 Detroit families who are disproportionately affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic. Just over 100 Emergency Preparedness Bags filled with essentials and basic necessities, such as first aid kits, bath and hand soap, hand sanitizer, assorted face masks, laundry soap, bleach, disinfectant wipes, diapers, grocery gift cards, bath towels, wash cloths, etc. was distributed in a drive up event. A “BIG” Thanks to our Sponsors, Wayne Metro Community Action Agency and DTE Foundation, “Impact-in-Action” was in full force as families were very grateful and moved with emotion by all the contents of these essential bags.
PAST (2019) EVENTS:
Hope for Coats Drive & Holiday Cheer Giveaway Event
“Breaking the cycles of generational poverty” by providing a safe place for at-risk marginalized youth to receive additional academic support and life-long learning strategies in order to help them navigate life successfully. Service provisions include but are not limited to math, reading and writing literacy; leadership development (mentoring); study groups; free lunch; enriching and fun activities; anti-bullying; and exploratory sessions focused on positive self-image and pro-social behavior.
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