Nonprofit Spotlight
Our August Nonprofit Spotlight is on MCHS!
MCHS Family of Services provides individualized treatment, care, advocacy, and permanency to children and families impacted by childhood trauma.
At MCHS, they believe every child deserves safety, stability, and a chance to thrive – no matter their circumstances.
MCHS is a place of healing and hope for children, families, and older adults. Many of the individuals they serve have experienced severe trauma, instability, or separation from their families – and through their programs, they’re given the tools, support, and care needed to move forward.
Whether through foster care, residential treatment, transitional housing, education, or mental health services – their team walks alongside each person they serve with compassion, consistency, and respect.
They want the community to see MCHS not just as a service provider, but as a lifeline and a long-term partner in helping people build stronger, healthier futures.
Details
Events to support MCHS Family of Services
2025 MCHS Light the Way Gala
October 10, 2025
This is the night we return to Ford Field for the 2025 MCHS Light the Way Gala — and you’re invited to be part of the ultimate touchdown for Metro Detroit’s youth and families. For tickets or sponsorship details, click the link or contact Katie Moynihan at [email protected] or (313)283-9506.
Resources
MCHS Family of Services provides a wide range of resources to support children, families, and older adults across Detroit and throughout Michigan. At MCHS Family of Services, they provide life-changing resources across six key pillars including: Child Welfare, Residential Treatment, Education, Mental Health, Housing, and Community Services.
Most individuals are referred to MCHS through schools, healthcare providers, courts, state agencies, or other community organizations. For more information, visit their website at mchsmi.org.
Supporting
There are so many meaningful ways to support MCHS and the children, families, and older adults they serve. Community members can make a difference by:
Donating to help fund critical programs and provide essentials like clothing, hygiene kits, and school supplies.
Volunteering your time—whether it’s helping beautify their campus, mentoring youth, or supporting special events.
Becoming a foster parent or learning more about adoption—opening your heart and home can change a child’s life forever.
Attending their events, like the Light the Way Gala, to learn more about their work and directly support their mission.
Spreading the word—sharing their stories, needs, and successes helps them build awareness and reach more people who care.
Simply learning more about the challenges their youth and families face—and how they’re working to support them—can be a powerful first step.
Every act of support, big or small, helps them create safe, stable, and hopeful futures for those who need it most.
Learn more or get involved at mchsmi.org.
Volunteering
Community members are welcome and encouraged to volunteer with MCHS!
Volunteers play a vital role in helping them create a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for the children, families, and older adults they serve. Whether you're helping with a campus beautification project, mentoring youth, assisting at an event, or organizing a donation drive—your time and heart make a lasting impact.
How to Get Started:
Visit: https://mchsmi.org/volunteer/ to learn more about current opportunities
Contact: Jane Fisher, Development Coordinator
[email protected]
313-591-5175
What to Expect:
A welcoming environment and an orientation to help you understand their mission and how your efforts support community members.
Flexibility in scheduling, with both one-time and ongoing opportunities available.
A chance to make meaningful connections and be part of a community that values compassion, resilience, and growth
Whether you’re an individual, a group, or a company looking to give back—there’s a place for you at MCHS.
Donations
To donate items:
Visit their website at mchsmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MCHS-FOS-2025-General-Wish-List.pdf to view their current needs and donation guidelines.
Contact Jane Fisher, Development Coordinator, at [email protected] or 313-591-5175 to arrange a drop-off time or ask about specific items they’re currently accepting.
Drop-off location: 26645 W. Six Mile Rd., Redford, MI 48240
Host a donation drive at your workplace, school, or community group—they’re happy to help you get started!
Your generous in-kind donations help them provide dignity, comfort, and care to the children, families, and older adults they serve every day.
Thank you for supporting MCHS!
Why Zing Loves MCHS
If you even take one step onto the MCHS campus, you'll become a believer in their mission. The work they're doing is so important to such a tremendous amount of families and children, it's impossible not to want to support them. And you can truly see the love behind what they're doing. There's endless amounts of care and thought put into all of their programming, an array of activities for everyone involved there, and so much support across their entire community, ensuring no one in their care slips through the cracks. That said, we know places like this need our support now more than ever and we invite you to join us in helping out however you're able!