A longtime Wyandotte teacher celebrated this year's grads with 30K in gift cards
How did a storied educator with more than 30 years of experience in Wyandotte celebrate this year's graduates? WIth 30,000 dollars in gift cards to local businesses dispersed among the seniors. All from his savings.
The Brown Program celebrating 20th anniversary
It takes a special person to bring joy to the lives of those battling dementia. The Brown Program, a day program for individuals living with dementia, has been doing just that for 20 years now. Jennifer Kellman and Dorothy Moon join us in studio to tell us more.
8th annual Cheers for Children event Jan. 25
The 8th annual Cheers for Children event to benefit the Children's Foundation is happening Saturday, January 25, 2020. Greg Bockart Jr. joins us in studio to tell us more.
Chesterfield Twp. foster dad to 17 boys receives Art Van award
A man who's fostered numerous children is being recognized for making a difference in the lives of more than a dozen kids.
Art Van awards foster dad money for home makeover
Foster parent Ken Baggallay and Diane Charles from Art Van join us in studio.
The Runway of Hopes and Dreams gala Jan. 10
Kids who have been diagnosed with a life-threatening medical condition will be showing us their courage on stage at Wish Upon a Teen and Motor City Movement's second annual gala.
Amy's Angels on The Runway of Hopes and Dreams gala
Nancy Sovran from Wish Upon a Teen and Joey from Channel 955 join us in studio to tell us more about the special gala.
Hospice of Michigan volunteer and her dog bring family peace and comfort
Leslie White is a pediatric volunteer for Hospice of Michigan and along with her labrador retriever, Khalessi, she brings love and encouragement to a 6- year-old who's been diagnosed with a terminal illness.
Mich. teen raises record-breaking amout of money for St. Jude
A 16-year-old from metro Detroit raised a record-breaking amount of money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Mom and son run together at St. Jude Memphis Marathon weekend
Travis and Kelle Ilitch join us in studio after running together and raising a record amount of money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Empowerment Plan's Spread the Warmth Campaign
Empowermant Plan is a nonprofit that focus on breaking the cycle of homelessness. CEO and founder Veronika Scott joins us to tell us about their latest campaign. Learn more at www.empowermentplan.org.
Celebrate 12 days of GRiZMAS with the Michigan artist himself
The electronic funk producer GRiZ is back in Michigan to celebrate his annual GRiZMAS and needs your help to celebrate with him. While the DJ has become nationally known for his music, his charitable efforts have made waves as well. His sixth annual 12 Days of GRiZMAS goes from December 3-14 across downtown Detroit. You can learn more here: https://12daysofgrizmas.com/
Haven's Gift Giveaway 2019
Hundreds of volunteers come together every December at HAVEN for the Gift Giveaway. Christina Ramsey and volunteer Virginia Vartanian joined us in studio to tell us more. Learn more at www.haven-oakland.org.
Family oriented man starts Cardinal Foundation in memory of his mother
Ronald Cannon, a native Detroiter has started a nonprofit in honor of his mother. With initiatives toward engaging youths to be meet and bond with community professionals, Cannon has worked to ensure the safety of area students by providing safe routes to school and partnering with other organizations.
Hope Network's A Night to Honor Hope's Heroes Nov. 7
Eddie Murray with Hope Network and honoree Ken Daniels joins us in studio to tell us more about the big night. For more information visit www.hopenetwork.org.
This year's Detroit Light the Night on Oct. 5
Anne Bradley from the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society joined us in studio, along with Melissa Crowe, a Mother of Honors Hero, to tell us more about this year's walk.
Out of the Darkness walk this weekend at Hart Plaza
Thousands will walk awareness this weekend to raise awareness and help stop suicide in our community. Leaders from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention joined Amy's Angels Thursday to discuss what to expect at this year's walk.
Jewelry collection by Rebel Nell pays homage to Joe Louis Arena
Amy Peterson and Delores Jackson from Rebel Nell join us in studio, along with Kevin Brown from the Red Wings Foundation, to tell us more about their new jewelry collection.
Kids Kicking Cancer 3rd Annual Golf Outing Sept. 23
Kids Kicking Cancer is an organization that empowers kids to heal physically, spiritually and emotionally through martial arts.
Teen undergoing bone marrow transplant surprised with hospital room makeover
As most 13-year-olds prepare to head back to school this year, Kennedy Evans was preparing for the fight of her life.