At this unprecedented time,
when not long ago no one knew what Coronavirus was, we have now seen this crisis unfold so fast, no one could have prepared for it. That includes, of course, the people in our own community, our own family, friends, and neighbors. In lieu of the cancellation of the Barrister’s Ball, many have asked how the Wolverine Bar Association can be involved with assisting those who have been hit the hardest.
With your help, we will continue to answer the call of our community
Since March, Matrix Human Services has successfully converted all of our programs and services previously offered to virtual experiences to continue to meet the need of our clients and the community.
Programs that we continue through safe, social distancing parameters are:
Real People. Real Impact
Matrix Manufacturing Bootcamp Graduate Finds Life Line During COVID-19 Pandemic
"More than two months after the coronavirus pandemic hit Detroit, nearly half of all Detroit residents have lost their job." - according to a new University of Michigan Detroit Metro Area Communities (DMACS) survey....
Matrix Head Start Continues to Serve Families At Home While School is Closed
Matrix Human Services Head Start Program is the largest Head Start Program in the city of Detroit as well as throughout the state. When schools closed across Michigan on March 16th due to COVID-19, Head Start closed as...
Matrix + Gleaners Food Distribution Day Makes News and Draws Over 500 Families
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...
The Wolverine Bar Association support will continue to fund services for our children, youth, adults, seniors, and families, who are counting on organizations like ours to provide not just hope, but real answers.
Join us as we partner with Matrix Human Services to impact Detroit by giving a meaningful gift.
$5,000 USD
Help bridge the digital divide among youth and teens. Ensure more than 150 youth have the technology to participate in summer programming that includes life skills, workforce development training, and mentoring.
$1,000 USD
Help provide food distribution, delivery, and essential transportation to 100 seniors in the metro Detroit area.
$500 USD
Assist with diapers, formula, essential products, and case support for early and head start families.
$100 USD
Resources for pregnant moms and children birth to 5. As well as, workforce development resources and support for adults.
$50 USD
Continue bi-weekly food distribution for over 600 families.
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A gift from the heart is appreciated by the families we serve.