Benjamen Grant Candidates
Hot Pink Helpers 9/9/24-1
Michigan based 501(c)3 Cancer Foundation that provides financial and emotional support to families affected by cancer with a primary focus on breast cancer. Hot Pink Helpers is 100% volunteer run since 2011. Every dollar raised goes directly towards helping families in need during their cancer journey. We rely on the generosity of the community to continue our mission of assisting financially burdened families battling breast cancer.
Contact: Karen Pinagel 248.245.9852 kpinagel@yahoo.com
Milford Independent Cinema 9/9/24-1
The mission of the Huron Valley Film Organization, a nonprofit established in September of 2020, is to become a center for film and allied arts in the Huron Valley Community by maximizing the potential of the Milford Cinema as a cultural and social hub. Uniting the community through film, art, and culture.
Contact: Bryan Gutierrez Board Member info@milfordcinema.org
Zonta of Milford 9/9/24-1
Helping women reenter the workplace! Zonta Club of Milford provides support to women in our community who want to improve their life. Zonta provides high school scholarships within the Huron Valley area and women who want to return to school by going back to a community college or a trade school to get a degree. Zonta adopts a family every year that is a single Mom with children to enjoy the holidays with gifts for the children. Our mission is: Women working together to improve the legal, educational, economic and professional status of women through projects and programs, locally and globally.
Contact: Mary Fassett mfnewton1414@gmail.vcom
Milford Police Department 12/2/24-1
Milford Police Officers Assoc. Soon to have a 501C-3, our local police help fund the Wigs 4 Kids program that provides hair replacement and support services to Michigan Kids undergoing Cancer treatment. Our police officers also enjoy the annual Shop with a Cop, Christmas shopping for kids that need financial assistance to purchase gifts for their families. Milford PD also is a 50% partner with our Village Elves group. They currently are self funded by our officers.
Contact: Scott Tarasiewicz, Chief of Police 248 684-1815 Spencer Swadish
Saint Mary’s - Giving Tree program 12/2/24-1
Our local Catholic Church, provides support to families with holiday meals, school children with back packs and seniors with outreach services.
Contact: Judy Vance (Christian Services) 248 842-0570
Village Elves 12/2/24-1 The Elves began in 1997 when a group of neighbors in the Village of Milford wanted to adopt a family who need assistance giving their children a traditional special Christmas morning they could cherish. Retired-Milford Police Officer, Rick Sharp found the first family for the Elves and The Village Elves were formed. Since that very special Christmas morning in 1997 the Elves have grown to over 400 Elves who are from all communities surrounding the Huron Valley area. Twenty-five years later The Elves work under the direction of The Milford, Michigan Police Department in conjunction with Huron Valley Schools & Papa Elf with his keepers- Joyfully helping area families in need enjoy memorable Christmas.
Contact: Greg Brainer 248 921-3658 villageelves@gmail.com
Michigan War Dog Memorial is a remarkable site. It serves as a resting place and a tribute to canine heroes who have served alongside their human counterparts in various capacities, including military, police, and search and rescue operations. Among the various war dog memorials across the country, the MWDM is one of only two sites that offer burials for these heroes, alongside a similar facility in Hartsdale, New York. This distinction underscores the memorial’s vital role in providing a dignified resting place for K-9 veterans. Contact: Clint Symons mwdmk9@gmail.com
The Five Points of Hope Cancer Care fund assists Michigan residents diagnosed with cancer and facing financial difficulties. Approved grants can relieve debt such as: healthcare costs, prescriptions, utilities, rent and other expenses to allow the recipient to focus on healing, opposed to having the stress of unpaid bills. 501c3
Contact: info@fivepointsofhope.com
A 501c3, serving Livingston and Western Oakland counties. 100% of donations go to our senior citizens. Serving 1,600 seniors daily, 30,000 meals monthly, with over 600 volunteers. Meals on Wheels operates in virtually every community in America to address senior hunger and isolation.
Contact: Candie Hovarter 810 632-2155 or 810 632-2105
Huron Valley Goodfellows
All are a 501c-3The Old Newsboys Goodfellows' mission is “No Kiddie Without a Christmas” centered around assisting families in need during the Christmas season. Their primary objective is to provide essential food supplies and thoughtful gifts to these families. Their mission reflects a commitment to alleviating hardships and spreading holiday cheer within their community.
Highland Township Goodfellows 248 887-9050 contact: Shawn Bell firemarshal@htfd.com
Commerce Township Goodfellows 248 318-5687 contact: Dawn Macfarlane Willis macwillis33@gmail.com
White Lake Township Goodfellows 248 698-3000 ext7 contact: Anthony Noble or Onalee Elections@whitelaketwp.com
Milford Township Goodfellows 248 684-2335 contact: Chief Thomas Moore https://milfordfiremi.gov/
Milford High School Performing Art’s
A 501c-3, A non-profit corporation dedicated to the support of students of Milford High School who mare interested in planning and preforming live shows in the area of theater, choir, music and related performance arts.
Contact: Megan Weeks – 248 787-6418
Haven of Western Oakland County
As Oakland County’s only comprehensive program for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, HAVEN provides shelter, counseling, advocacy and educational programming to nearly 30,000 people each year.
HAVEN has helped domestic violence and sexual assault victims and their families escape abuse and create safer lives for over 40 years. Our survivor-centered services honor survivors as experts of their own experiences.
If you are in a crisis, need to process an emotional issue related to domestic/sexual violence or need immediate help, please call the Crisis and Support Line at 248-334-1274
If you have a general inquiry, fill out the form below and someone will get back to you within 5-7 business days.
Mailing Address Phone Number for General Inquiries - 248 334-1284
801 Vanguard Drive
Pontiac, MI 48341
Started in 2011 with the mission of preparing students for college or trade schools, and assisting families to save for their child's post-secondary education. The Promise recognizes the vital role that education plays in the future well-being of our children and economic vitality of our communities. The leaders of this group are formed from local business, educational, governmental, and civic leaders to create vibrant K-16 educational opportunities for the children of our district. Since the program's inception we have funded over 180 grants.
Contact: Jack Shubitowski, President and CEO Of Huron Valley State Bank, 248 684-9626
The Suzanne Haskew Arts Center (The SHAC) & Village Fine Arts Association (VFAA). The Village Fine Arts Association is Milford's only arts and culture nonprofit and operates the Suzanne Haskew Arts Center (The SHAC). The SHAC provides a welcoming space where creativity, education, and community connection come together in the Huron Valley area. Through classes, workshops, exhibitions, and special events, The SHAC makes the arts accessible to all ages and skill levels. Our organization engages with over 19,000 individuals annually, hosts over 600 educational classes, provides a social outlet for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, provides free lectures from professional artists, and hosts several public events that bring people from all over southeast Michigan to enjoy the Milford community, such as artist markets and festivals. In addition our year-round programming in a variety of mediums allows everyone to connect with the arts. 501c3
Contact: Andrea Perry, Chair person 248 797-3060