Gaming for Good
An Eastern Michigan University marketing student is getting some pretty high-profile attention for a charity he created. Hear more from WEMU's Bob Eccles. Gamers Outreach Foundation
View ArticleJoybox Express Prepares to Roll
Mr. B's Joybox Express is getting ready to bike the length of the Mississippi River, from Minnesota to New Orleans this fall, and WEMU is getting ready to follow the ride. Mark Braun, aka Mr. B., spoke...
View ArticleAnn Arbor Little Caesars Store Brings Corprate Love Kitchen to Help Feed...
This has been a harsh winter for area homeless people and pushed shelters to capacity and beyond.
View ArticleAngel Fund Ending in Detroit
DETROIT - A once-secret fund that allowed an anonymous donor to give $17 million since 2005 to help poor people in the Detroit area is ending this month.
View ArticleIssues Of The Environment: Blight Regulations In Ypsilanti Township
Community donation bins can be of service but, if left unchecked, they can cause blight and become an environmental problem. In this week's "Issues of the Environment," WEMU's David Fair talks with...
View ArticleMaking A Difference Around The World, An Ann Arbor Woman Shares Her Story
I spoke with Sarah Strader about her efforts to help teach children in Africa. Sarah Strader graduated from Ann Arbor's Pioneer High School , where she received an American Field Service scholarship...
View ArticleProfessional Fundraisers Tend To Keep More Than They Donate, Report Shows
The charities you donate to may not be getting all of the money you send to them.
View ArticleCharities Might Be Able To 'Fill The Boot' Again Soon
A ruling that outraged charities in Michigan could be overturned. The state Senate has passed a bill to bring back roadside donation collections.
View ArticleMr. B's Joybox Express Hits The Road Friday With The 'Sprint 4 Flint'
A charitable 240-mile trike ride, swim across the Straits of Mackinac, and a performance at the Grand Hotel. "Ride, Swim, Play, Give." Boogie-Woogie piano legend Mr. B (Mark Braun) , and a Joybox...
View ArticleMr. B Reflects On The Success Of The Joybox Express 'Sprint 4 Flint'
It was a 240-mile, 29 1/2 hour, people-powered tricycle ride from Flint to Mackinaw City . Then, it was a swim from St. Ignace to Mackinac Island , with a 50-foot barge in tow. It concluded with Mr. B...
View Article#OTGYpsi: A local nonprofit provides positive experiences for Ypsilanti area...
In its second year, Ypsilanti youth arts nonprofit "Elevation Youth Corp" is planning to support the community with winter coats for those in need. WEMU's Lisa Barry and Sarah Rigg from On the Ground...
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