June 2020

Matrix Launches New Program to Assist Detroit Residents with Rent and Mortgage Payments

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[et_pb_section fb_built=\”1\” _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_row _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_column type=\”4_4\” _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_image src=\”https://www.matrixhumanservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Screen-Shot-2020-06-30-at-1.52.46-PM.png\” title_text=\”Screen Shot 2020-06-30 at 1.52.46 PM\” _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”] In June 2020, Matrix was awarded a grant from United Way of Southeast Michigan – Emergency Food and Shelter Program to provide direct housing support to those living in Detroit that are in danger of eviction and becoming homeless.    […]

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Matrix Finishes Emergency Food Distribution with Gleaners

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[et_pb_section fb_built=\”1\” _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_row _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_column type=\”4_4\” _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_image src=\”https://www.matrixhumanservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/00100lrPORTRAIT_00100_BURST20200403141923425_COVER-scaled.jpg\” title_text=\”00100lrPORTRAIT_00100_BURST20200403141923425_COVER\” _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”] \”On March 20th, we held our first Food Distribution Day at The Matrix Center alongside Gleaners Community Food Bank in response to the Coronavirus crisis. We weren’t sure what to expect, but that day over 300 people came to The Matrix Center while remaining in

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Matrix Receives $10,000 Donation From Southwest Airlines for the 2020 LUV Classic

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[et_pb_section fb_built=\”1\” _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_row _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_column type=\”4_4\” _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_image src=\”https://www.matrixhumanservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/105413455_10157338830436074_7893694609527848242_o.jpg\” title_text=\”105413455_10157338830436074_7893694609527848242_o\” _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.4.8\” hover_enabled=\”0\”] On June 24th, 2020, Matrix was awarded the Southwest Airlines 2020 LUV Classic award which provided a $10,000 unsolicited donation to be used however is needed and to serve our mission to uplift families and communities throughout Detroit.   Since 1985 Southwest Airlines has

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Matrix Stands for Diversity and Equality

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[et_pb_section fb_built=\”1\” _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_row _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_column _builder_version=\”4.4.8\” type=\”4_4\”][et_pb_image _builder_version=\”4.4.8\” title_text=\”Collage3 (1)\” src=\”https://www.matrixhumanservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Collage3-1.png\” hover_enabled=\”0\”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.4.8\” hover_enabled=\”0\”] As an organization that is now 114 years old, Matrix has learned the value of diversity and how it makes us stronger. We choose to lead by example of how equality and diversity brings together the best ideas while making sure no

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Matrix Distributes Hundreds of Care Packages to Head Start Families

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[et_pb_section fb_built=\”1\” _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_row _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_column type=\”4_4\” _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_image src=\”https://www.matrixhumanservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/83581537_10157315918866074_1257603306506430308_o.jpg\” title_text=\”83581537_10157315918866074_1257603306506430308_o\” _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.4.8\” hover_enabled=\”0\”] On June 17 and 18, our Matrix Human Services Head Start Care Package Distribution took place at our downtown, Woodbridge headquarters location. As the largest Head Start provider in the City of Detroit, we wanted to make sure our families at home have all

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Matrix Staff Marches for Racial Justice and Equality

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[et_pb_section fb_built=\”1\” _builder_version=\”4.4.7\”][et_pb_row _builder_version=\”4.4.8\”][et_pb_column type=\”4_4\” _builder_version=\”4.4.7\”][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.4.8\” hover_enabled=\”0\”] On June 11th, roughly 200 Matrix staff marched for racial equality, for justice, and for the lives of those lost including George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and many more. As a diverse organization that has been serving Detroit for 114 years, we strongly believe diversity and equality

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Detroit Police Officer and Matrix Center Partner Provides Example of Positive Community Engagement

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Mother in Need Receives Delivery of Pull-Ups for Daughter

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Matrix Youth Stay Connected Online with New Tablets

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[et_pb_section fb_built=\”1\” _builder_version=\”4.4.7\”][et_pb_row _builder_version=\”4.4.7\”][et_pb_column type=\”4_4\” _builder_version=\”4.4.7\”][et_pb_image src=\”https://www.matrixhumanservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/IMG_20200602_150319_01-1-scaled.jpg\” title_text=\”IMG_20200602_150319_01 (1)\” _builder_version=\”4.4.7\”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.4.7\”] In late April through mid May, our Matrix Youth Assistance program was excited to connect with youth clients again via a delivery of 150 tablets to their homes after schools closed for the year on March 16th due to Coronavirus. With the delivery of

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