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A user's guide to helping services, this section focuses primarily on nonprofit groups that provide direct services to individuals.
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Key:
S indicates special programs for seniors.
V denotes a service that welcomes volunteer assistance.
U see Umbrella organizations for more information
Umbrella Organizations
The following groups support other nonprofits or offer services in a variety of areas. See topical listings in various sections below for specific services.
Ann Arbor Area Community FoundationPermanent community trust that manages $53.2 million in assets, comprising more than 350 charitable funds established by individuals, organizations, and businesses for the benefit of residents of Washtenaw County, Michigan, and the United States. Dedicated to building endowment to enrich the quality of life in our community by providing leadership, making grants, and serving donors. One of the largest community foundations in Michigan due to the citizens who created the Community Foundation and the donors and volunteers. www.aaacf.org.
301 N. Main, suite 300 [map]
663–0401
Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw CountyWide range of human service assistance available regardless of religious affiliation. www.csswashtenaw.org S, V
4925 Packard [map]
971–9781
Jewish Family ServicesProvides individuals with direct and supportive social services, comprehensive case management with services for seniors, the unemployed, family & youth, crisis intervention, transportation, immigration, resettlement, daily ESL classes, and more. info@jfsannarbor.org, www.jfsannarbor.org V, S
2245 S. State [map]
769-0209
Jewish Federation of Greater Ann ArborCreates educational, cultural, and social programs, coordinates community-wide events planning, and raises funds to care for Jews overseas and support more than a dozen local Jewish agencies and programs. info@jewishannarbor.org, www.jewishannarbor.org V2939 Birch Hollow [map]
677–0100
Lutheran Social Services of MichiganProvides services for children, youth, families, refugees, and older adults, including adoption and child care. Foster parents, host families, and mentors always needed. Serves all persons regardless of religion. www.lssm.org S, V2770 Carpenter, suite 200 [map]
971–1944
MSU Extension Washtenaw CountyProvides information and education about agriculture and natural resources, children, youth and families, 4-H youth development, and community and economic development. Programs are open to all. extension.ewashtenaw.org, msuextension@ewashtenaw.org
705 N. Zeeb [map]
997-1678
Nonprofit Enterprise at Work (NEW)Helps other nonprofits succeed. Offers four services: BoardConnect, a board training and matching program; npServe, a nonprofit I.T. service; the NEW Center, an office building housing 20 nonprofits; and ResourceConnect, which offers assistance with general nonprofit issues and fundraising research. new@new.org, www.new.org V1100 N. Main, suite 100 [map]
998–0160
POWER, Inc. (People-Organized-Working-Evolving-Reaching)Offers housing, education, family support services, counseling, and economic development services. www.powerclf.org V4180 Packard [map]
929-6509
SOS Community ServicesProvides shelter, services, and support for homeless and low-income families. www.soscs.org V101 S. Huron, Ypsilanti [map]
485–8730
United Way 211Live operators answer 24-hours a day, 365 days a year. Offers health and human service information, as well as referral assistance. www.washtenaw211.org
477–6211 (Bob Miller, 677-7207)
United Way of Washtenaw CountyMobilizes human and financial resources to help individuals and families build better lives and stronger communities, GIVE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER. LIVE UNITED. info@uwwashtenaw.org, www.uwwashtenaw.org V2305 Platt [map]
971–8200
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