We at Alternatives For Girls are, of course, horrified by the events in Charlottesville. We reject and condemn white supremacy and all forms of bigotry and racial injustice. We believe that the human services sector has an important role to play in eliminating inequality and promoting democracy. Today, we renew our long-term commitment to help…
14Aug
Alternatives For Girls Searches for Investment Advisor Services
Alternatives For Girls is accepting proposals from Investment firms to provide investment advisor services for a portfolio of charitable funds benefiting Alternatives For Girls. We invite your firm to submit a proposal to us by August 24, for consideration. For a full description, please see the RFP.
01Aug
Rise N’ Shine’s Mad Scientists: Madonna University students teach campers about science, and that anything is possible
On July 11th, Alternatives For Girls’ Rise N’ Shine summer camp began! The free, six-week summer camp gives girls living in southwest Detroit a safe space to learn new things, improve their reading skills, make friends, and have fun. For three days each week, the campers spend the day participating in fun, educational workshops, and…
01Aug
Eat Your Vegetables: AFG partners with Eat No Evil to teach girls culinary skills and the benefits to plant based eating
This month, two young women from AFG’s Shelter worked alongside plant-based health food company Eat No Evil to learn culinary skills and the benefits of eating a plant-based diet. Eat No Evil makes and sells vegan nutrition bars at local health and wellness centers and hospitals. “Eat No Evil bars are good for your body…
07Jul
July Volunteer Spotlight: Angela Wisniewski
Each month, Alternatives For Girls’ Volunteer Department, highlights one volunteer who AFG staff recognize as being dedicated, passionate, and going above and beyond. This month we spotlight Angela Wisniewski, a volunteer who helps out in countless ways! Angela has been volunteering at Alternatives For Girls for about six months and has made a big impact…
05Jul
Sew Great Detroit Helps Build Confidence: One young woman’s experience learning how to sew
Sew Great Detroit (SGD), Alternatives For Girls’ social enterprise program that teaches participants both sewing and employment skills, has been hard at work the past couple of months. This summer, they are selling their handmade goods at Ponyride Detroit’s Summer Market Series. The five members, who are also participants in other AFG programs, have created…
08Jun
June Volunteer Spotlight: Marie Lowry
Each month, Alternatives For Girls’ Volunteer Department, highlights one volunteer who AFG staff recognize as being dedicated, passionate, and going above and beyond. This month we spotlight Marie Lowry, a volunteer in AFG’s Prevention Program! Marie has been a longtime supporter of Alternatives For Girls and spent the past year volunteering as a tutor for the after-school…
31May
A Graduation Story: One of AFG’s high school graduates shares her struggles and triumphs
This spring, high school seniors everywhere will be counting the days until their graduation day. Graduating from high school is an important milestone for every young adult, but for some, the path to graduating is filled with obstacles, like homelessness or violence in their communities. Despite these challenges, young women in AFG’s programs get the…
23May
Alternatives For Girls accepting applications for AmeriCorps VISTA position
Alternatives For Girls is currently accepting applications for an AmeriCorps VISTA position. The person in this role will support workforce readiness and vocational program coordination, host fairs and establish community partnerships. Interested in applying? Please see the details on this form or contact Melody Moore at 313-361-4000 or mmoore@nullalternativesforgirls.org for more information. Deadline to apply is…
01May
Earth Day Service Project: Girls and young women partner with volunteers to give back to the community and take care of the environment
Alternatives For Girls participated in Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) on Saturday, April 22nd. GYSD is an annual campaign that mobilizes millions of youth to improve their communities each year through service. Celebrated in over 100 countries, GYSD is the largest service event in the world! In an effort to spread the word about this…