Walsh College is committed to giving back to the community. Learn more about what Walsh is doing to serve and LIVE. BREATHE. BUSINESS. in the metro-Detroit area and other communities. Students, alumni, staff, friends, and family are welcome to volunteer in any of the activities below. Click on the links below to learn more about what Walsh is doing for the following individuals and organizations in the community.
*Upcoming scheduled volunteer activities.
APT to Succeed (Troy Chamber of Commerce & Troy Middle Schools)
May
This program is organized by the Troy Chamber of Commerce and Troy Middle schools. Local business professionals conduct mock interviews with eighth grade students. This program was created to prepare the students for high school and to learn the basics of interviewing (i.e., hand shakes, eye contact, proper attire, and answering basic interview questions).
During the meeting, the student presents their academic and personal portfolios to their interviewer. The portfolios focus on academic achievement (A), personal time management (P) and teamwork (T). This year seven Walsh employees participated in APT to Succeed.
Questions? Contact Vita Romberger at vromberg@walshcollege.edu.
Children's Tutoring (Blackwell Institute)
Wednesday, May 22
Blackwell Institute
9330 Shoemaker
Detroit, Mich.
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Register
Topic: Reading and spelling
The connection initially started in December 2008 by collecting 21 boxes of supplies for a classroom. Since then it has grown with a tutoring program with the second grade classes, special visits at the school, field trips to the Troy campus, and more. Every session has an assigned topic. Volunteers work with the students in small groups or individually with students. Carpooling from the Troy campus is available.
Check out the following short videos from these academic school years:
Video 1: 2010-11
Video 2: 2011-12
For more details, contact Jessica Knapik at jknapik@walshcollege.edu.
Food Fight to Tackle Childhood Hunger (Gleaners Community Food Bank)
July
When school is out, more than 250,000 children in southeast Michigan go without free and reduced-fee school lunches. In an effort to keep kids fed thru the summer, "Food Fight to Tackle Childhood Hunger" collects food and money donations to feed local children.
This is a contest between local businesses who can collect the most food. Companies are split into four categories based on number of employees. The companies with the most donations for that category wins the Madeline Kafoury Traveling Trophy!
Click here for more details.
Questions? Contact Rose Zook at rzook@walshcollege.edu.
Hunger Heroes Neighborhood Food Drive (Gleaners Food Bank)
July
The goal of this project is to collect food from residents’ porches. Volunteers are placed in groups of six: two cars with drivers (must be 18 or older) and four walkers. Each group must have at least one cell phone and be able to work from 10-2, with time for breaks/lunch.
This year, five Walsh staff and friends drove thru Troy neighborhoods on a Saturday picking up food on porches. In addition to the food collected for the Food Fight drive, Walsh earned a credit of 100 days of food for the contest.
Click here for more details.
Questions? Contact Rose Zook at rzook@walshcollege.edu.
Meal Deliveries (Focus: HOPE)
December
Focus: HOPE Central Warehouse
1300 Oakman Boulevard
Detroit, MI
Register at alumni@walshcollege.edu
Join fellow alumni and friends for the annual Focus: HOPE holiday meal delivery. Volunteers will be delivering nutritionally balanced meals to homebound seniors in and around Detroit. Donuts, coffee, and hot chocolate will be provided.
Questions? Contact alumni@walshcollege.edu
Meal Serving (Capuchin Soup Kitchen)
4390 Conner
Detroit, Mich.
The Walsh College Alumni Association helped prepare and serve lunch for those in need at the Connor Street location.
Questions? Contact Cindy Kot
MLK Day: A Celebration of Freedom (Troy Athens High School)
January
Walsh participates in a tribute to the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The program takes place at Athens High School and includes a unity walk, musical presentation, art exhibit, and essay contest. It is free and to the public.
Questions? Contact Rose Zook at
rzook@walshcollege.edu.
Take Charge Workshops (Ford Motor Company & Walsh College)
2009-2011
With today's economic times and job market, Walsh realized the need to assist the community. In January 2009, Walsh started
free Take Charge workshops open to Michigan displaced workers.
Walsh has offered over 50 workshops to date in two workshop series:
- Series one: January-May 2009 with 18 workshops
- Series two: Launched June 1, 2009 with 34 workshops (sponsored by Ford Motor Company Fund and Community Services)
Toys for Tots (U.S. Marines)
December
Each year Walsh collects toys for the Toys for Tots program that is sponsored by the U.S. Marines. Every year the U.S. Marines collect toys and distribute them as gifts around the holidays to needy children. Their main goal is to deliver a message of hope that will motivate them to grow into responsible, productive, patriotic citizens, and community leaders. The toys are distributed to the community in which the campaign is conducted.
Click here for more details.
Questions? Contact Jessica Knapik at jknapik@walshcollege.edu.
Various Activities (Michigan Veterans Foundation)
Walsh respects those that have provided service and sacrifice for our country. The Detroit based organization focuses on providing transitional housing, life/job skills, shelter, clothing, and much more.
Questions? Contact Jessica Knapik jknapik@walshcollege.edu.
Walk and Diversity Festival (Focus: HOPE)
October
Each year, the WALK brings together people of various races, religions, and cultures to celebrate the diversity in our community. The event also raises money for Focus: HOPE's Success Scholarship Fund which gives many talented men and women the opportunity to advance their education and job skills. This year's walk includes a 4-mile walk through the neighborhood, food, entertainment, and children's activities.
Click here for more details.
Questions? Contact Rose Zook at rzook@walshcollege.edu.