Pope Francis Center

Reroot Pontiac is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 2016, dedicated to transforming blighted properties in Pontiac into interactive spaces that focus on nature, sustainability, and environmental topics. The organization engages the community through various projects, fostering conversations on environmental and social issues while encouraging volunteer participation. With initiatives such as gardens, permaculture, and aquaponics, Reroot Pontiac aims to promote sustainability and environmental awareness. The organization welcomes everyone to join in their efforts, whether through volunteering or financial support, to help maintain and grow their impactful projects. Generated from the website

Founded in 1998, Family Tree in Detroit, MI, is dedicated to empowering individuals and families by providing essential support services aimed at fostering self-sufficiency and stability. With a successful track record that includes housing placement for over 1,075 individuals and families, they focus on transitioning clients to independent living. The organization's comprehensive programs encompass home ownership assistance, foreclosure prevention, financial coaching, and youth workshops. As a MSHDA participating agency and a H.U.D. certified counseling agency, Family Tree works closely with partners such as the United Way to enhance the well-being of the community. Generated from the website

The Heat And Warmth Fund THAW is an independent non-profit agency that provides low-income individuals and families with emergency energy assistance and advocates for long-term solutions to energy issues. Charity Navigator has rated THAW a FOUR STAR charity ( the highest rating available ) for six years in a row. This means that THAW "exceeds industry standards and outperforms most charities." Last year only 8 percent of THAW's budget was spent on administrative and fundraising costs, while 92 percent of every dollar THAW received directly helped those in need. Since its inception, $90.4 million in assistance has been distributed to more than 143, 000 Michigan households, including elderly, unemployed, underemployed, disabled individuals who found themselves in temporary crisis. During the 2009-2010 heating season, THAW distributed more than $7.4 million in energy assistance to more than 8, 700 households.The Heat And Warmth Fund ( THAW ) is an independent non-profit agency that provides low-income individuals and families with emergency energy assistance and advocates for long-term solutions to energy issues.