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To address this on the local level, organizations like the Ruth Ellis Center prioritize the housing and supportive needs of transgendered individuals as part of a broader strategy of serving the LGBTQIA+ community. You can support this organization by donating at bit.ly/DONATERUTH.
Over 20 million of low to moderate income households benefit from this credit every year. To learn more here before you file your taxes go to the IRS website.
For local help filing taxes & applying for the EITC or other tax credits, Wayne Metro CAA offers free tax preparation services. To book your appointment, either go to Wayne Metro's website, call (313)388-9799 or (313)244-0274.
The United Way for Southeastern Michigan (UWSEM) also offers free and low cost tax preparation services. Preregister for services here.
To file taxes on your own, use this free tool from the UWSEM.
This year, HAND has partnered with Mailchimp for the Give Where You Live campaign. The campaign’s purpose is to fundraise for nonprofits in Detroit and other cities.
You can support HAND in several ways. Purchase a gift card from Texas Roadhouse, present this flyer when you purchase a meal at Texas Roadhouse, or donate to HAND directly.
HAND is seeking letters of intent (LOI) from agencies interested in becoming the new CAM Lead Agency.
Though not required, agencies that think they may apply to become the new CAM Lead Agency are strongly encouraged to submit an LOI. Details on the LOI may be accessed here.
LOIs are due to Amanda Sternberg by December 16, 2022.
For questions or additional information contact Amanda Sternberg at amanda@handetroit.org or 313-380-1714.
Update: Position is filled
The Detroit CoC’s Lead Agency, the Homeless Action Network of Detroit (HAND), is seeking an experienced consultant to help us identify a new Coordinated Entry Lead Agency. We are looking for a consultant/contractor to serve as project manager to oversee the successful transition and onboarding of a new Coordinated Entry Lead Agency. If you feel that your expertise is a good fit for this role, please submit a proposal. View the full job description here.
All submissions are due no later than 5pm on December 19th.
November is Michigan's Homelessness Awareness Month (HAM)! To commemorate this, Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness(MCAH) is hosting events and highlighting the important work of homeless service providers across the state.
To learn more or participate, go to https://bit.ly/MCHAM22.
“LANSING, Mich. – As part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is highlighting Michigan’s new, 24/7 hotline providing live, one-on-one crisis support for all victims, survivors, support people and professionals who serve them. The hotline number is available by calling 866-864-2338 or texting 877-861-0222.
“MDHHS is joining national efforts to educate communities about the lasting trauma domestic violence has on individuals and families,” said Elizabeth Hertel, MDHHS director. “It is incredibly important to provide support services for those experiencing abuse, and we encourage anyone in need to seek assistance.”
The hotline is free and provides local support that is tailored to each unique situation through trained advocates.
Hotline services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year via phone, chat, text or TTY, for those who are deaf or hard of hearing:
Call: 866-864-2338
Text: 877-861-0222 (standard text messaging rates apply)
Chat: MCEDSV.org/chat
TTY: 517-898-5533
Domestic violence is a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control in a relationship. Domestic violence doesn’t discriminate and impacts all races, genders, education and economic statuses. Often, multiple forms of abuse are present. It is important to know behaviors to look for to seek support for self or others.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, Michigan’s Domestic Violence Hotline is a free, confidential, and anonymous resource available 24/7/365. Call 866-864-2338, text 877-861-0222, or chat online by visiting this link.”
YWCA: 313-861-5300
First Step: 734-722-6800
Turning Point: 586-463-6990
HAVEN: 248-334-1274
MCEDSV Sexual Assault Hotline: 855-864-2374
Domestic Violence Hotline: 866-864-2338
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
For additional DV/SA resources, click here
Issues surrounding racial and social equity are gaining more visibility in the public sphere. More people are questioning and challenging these inequities on a systemic level. We want to better understand the racial, social, and demographic composition of our Continuum (including our clients, advocates, agencies, committees, and CoC Board).
We ask that you please complete the following survey. Please note that no personal data will be shared. Data will only be shared in aggregate form
