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Matrix Secures Replacement Furnace For Woman In Need Before Winter

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[et_pb_section fb_built=\”1\” admin_label=\”section\” _builder_version=\”3.22\”][et_pb_row admin_label=\”row\” _builder_version=\”3.25\” background_size=\”initial\” background_position=\”top_left\” background_repeat=\”repeat\”][et_pb_column type=\”4_4\” _builder_version=\”3.25\” custom_padding=\”|||\” custom_padding__hover=\”|||\”][et_pb_image src=\”https://www.matrixhumanservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/PXL_20201006_161626947.PORTRAIT-01.COVER_.jpg\” title_text=\”PXL_20201006_161626947.PORTRAIT-01.COVER\” _builder_version=\”4.6.5\” _module_preset=\”default\”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.7.0\” _module_preset=\”default\” hover_enabled=\”0\” sticky_enabled=\”0\”] Jackie was living in Alabama when her husband passed and she decided she wanted to move back home to Detroit to be closer to friends and family. That was right before Christmas in 2018 […]

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Amazon Gives $33,000 to Matrix Human Services For Community Coronavirus Support

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[et_pb_section fb_built=\”1\” _builder_version=\”4.6.5\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_row _builder_version=\”4.6.5\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_column type=\”4_4\” _builder_version=\”4.6.5\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_video src=\”https://youtu.be/u5RIZg10hNA\” _builder_version=\”4.6.5\” _module_preset=\”default\”][/et_pb_video][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.6.5\” _module_preset=\”default\”] On October 6th, 2020, Amazon employees from distribution and fulfillment centers in Hazel Park and Livonia visited The Matrix Center during our bi-weekly Food Tuesday distributions to present Matrix Human Services with a check for $33,000! We are beyond grateful to

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Woman in Need of a Refrigerator Receives Assistance From Matrix

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[et_pb_section fb_built=\”1\” _builder_version=\”4.6.0\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_row _builder_version=\”4.6.0\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_column type=\”4_4\” _builder_version=\”4.6.0\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_image src=\”https://www.matrixhumanservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/00100lrPORTRAIT_00100_BURST20200904123546408_COVER-1-scaled.jpg\” title_text=\”00100lrPORTRAIT_00100_BURST20200904123546408_COVER\” _builder_version=\”4.6.0\” _module_preset=\”default\”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.6.0\” _module_preset=\”default\” hover_enabled=\”0\” sticky_enabled=\”0\”] In early September we spoke to Elaine whose refrigerator had gone out 2 weeks before. After being referred by DTE Energy to contact The Matrix Center, that is where she learned more about our Adult Resource Center program

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Donates To Matrix Human Services COVID-19 Relief Programs

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[et_pb_section fb_built=\”1\” _builder_version=\”4.5.4\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_row _builder_version=\”4.5.4\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_column type=\”4_4\” _builder_version=\”4.5.4\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_image src=\”https://www.matrixhumanservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/00100lrPORTRAIT_00100_BURST20200121132350982_COVER.jpg\” title_text=\”00100lrPORTRAIT_00100_BURST20200121132350982_COVER\” _builder_version=\”4.5.4\” _module_preset=\”default\”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.5.4\” _module_preset=\”default\” hover_enabled=\”0\”] On August 25th, 2020, Matrix Human Services received a generous donation from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) located in Auburn Hills, which will be used to continue our COVID-19 Relief programs and efforts across the organization.  Matrix has been providing food

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Matrix Online High School Diploma Graduates Complete Program From Home During Coronavirus

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[et_pb_section fb_built=\”1\” _builder_version=\”4.5.3\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_row _builder_version=\”4.5.3\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_column type=\”4_4\” _builder_version=\”4.5.3\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_image src=\”https://www.matrixhumanservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/image00013-scaled.jpeg\” title_text=\”image00013\” _builder_version=\”4.5.3\” _module_preset=\”default\”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.6.0\” _module_preset=\”default\” hover_enabled=\”0\” sticky_enabled=\”0\”] On August 3rd, 2020, we were pleased to celebrate our three graduates of the Matrix Online High School Diploma Program! Two out of three graduates also completed the program within 6 to 8 months, which is up to

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Matrix Human Services Raises $50,000 With a Virtual House Party for Annual 313-in-the-D Party Fundraiser

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[et_pb_section fb_built=\”1\” _builder_version=\”4.5.1\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_row _builder_version=\”4.5.1\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_column type=\”4_4\” _builder_version=\”4.5.1\” _module_preset=\”default\”][et_pb_image src=\”https://www.matrixhumanservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/thankYou_HousePartyEdition_web-header.png\” title_text=\”_thankYou_HousePartyEdition_web header\” _builder_version=\”4.5.1\” _module_preset=\”default\”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.5.4\” _module_preset=\”default\” hover_enabled=\”0\”] After Coronavirus came to Detroit in March, plans throughout the organization were disrupted for safety concerns. This ultimately required Matrix Human Services to reconsider each of our annual fundraiser events, including our annual rooftop party, 313-in-the-D. Normally hosted

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

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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_20200605_123439_01.jpg\” title_text=\”IMG_20200605_123439_01\” align=\”center\” _builder_version=\”4.4.7\”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.4.7\” hover_enabled=\”0\”] From left to right: Detroit Police Officer Brad Hawkins, Detroit City Councilman Scott Benson, Detroit Police Officer Jay Dantzler Detroit Police Officer Jay Dantzler (pictured on the right) has been volunteering with Matrix Human Services for over 5 years to help maintain positive

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Matrix Officially Partners with The Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA) Housing Buy-Back Program

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[et_pb_section fb_built=\”1\” _builder_version=\”4.4.6\”][et_pb_row _builder_version=\”4.4.6\”][et_pb_column type=\”4_4\” _builder_version=\”4.4.6\”][et_pb_image src=\”https://matrixhumanservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/DLBA-Partners.jpg\” title_text=\”DLBA Partners\” align=\”center\” _builder_version=\”4.4.6\”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\”4.4.6\” hover_enabled=\”0\”] Matrix Financial Literacy Trainer, Tracy Burress, and two participants of the DLBA buy back program The Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA) \”Occupied Buy Back Program\” has been giving a second chance to Detroit residents who wish to own a home since 2015.

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