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Matrix huMan services prograM Locations

Barat chiLd and FaMiLy services5250 John R., Detroit, Mi 48202 • 313-833-1525

Bargain counter north north 2741 twelve Mile Road, Berkley, Mi 48072 • 248-541-6100

connecting FaMiLies13560 east Mcnichols, Detroit, Mi 48205 • 313-526-4000

head start Fatherhood initiative13560 e. Mcnichols, Detroit, Mi 48205 • 313-526-4000

LiFehouse450 eliot, Detroit, Mi 48201 • 313-831-2503

Matrix huMan services center13560 east Mcnichols, Detroit, 48205 • 313-526-4000

Matrix QuaLity care450 eliot, Detroit, Mi 48201 • 866-746-6583

oFF the streets680 virginia Park, Detroit, Mi 48202 • 313-873-0678

project transition housing450 eliot, Detroit, Mi 48201 • 313-831-2503

uniQue BoutiQue 13560 east Mcnichols, Detroit, Mi 48205 • 313-526-4000

vistas nuevas head start2051 Rosa Parks Blvd., Suite 1K, Detroit, Mi 48216 • 313-962-5255

WaLter and May reuther senior services450 eliot, Detroit, Mi 48201 • 313-831-8650

Women arise450 eliot, Detroit, Mi 48201 • 313-831-8650

youth assistance prograM450 eliot, Detroit, Mi 48201 • 313-831-7927

centraL oFFice120 Parsons, Detroit, Mi 48201 • 313-831-1000

www.matrixhumanservices.org

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"Touching Hearts Changing Lives"Established 1906


transitions to

SucceSSMiSSion

inspired by its heritage since 1906, Matrix Human Services,

advocates for and serves the most vulnerable in the Metropolitan Detroit community and empowers individuals and families to enhance the quality of their lives

and achieve self sufficiency.

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SucceSSviSion

Matrix, a proven leader in uniting all human service efforts to move

individuals and families toward self-sufficiency in our time with your help…eradicating poverty of the mind, body and spirit

this Annual Report produced in sponsorship with

expetec technology Services #1221teAM Mental Health Services

community central BankMolina Health care

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A Letter from Matrix Human Services

ceo/PresidentMarcella Wilson, Ph.D.

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Dear Friends,

Good news! there is a silver lin-ing to the difficult times we are fac-ing in Detroit, throughout our great country and around the world. the silver lining is an extraordinary so-cial movement impacting citizens all across the globe.

According to the chronicle of Phi-lanthropy: “charities around the world have been inundated with volunteers as the economy has worsened” (3/12/09). A new study by AARP found that baby boom-ers ranked “making a difference by helping others” as one of their most important goals. A survey of lo-cal corporations by crain’s Detroit Business indicated the 91% agreed that skill-based volunteerism - - - ap-plying one’s expertise in areas like technology, business strategy, hu-man resources and financial man-agement to a nonprofit’s operations on a pro bono basis --- sharpened the employee’s professional and leadership skills. nearly 60% of Americans say it is a moral obliga-tion to volunteer, in a poll released by newsweek and nBc. the total number of hours volunteered in 2008 is estimated at 8.1 billion with a minimum value of more than $57 billion. the benefit to the human condition … priceless.

People of all ages, cultures and col-ors have a heightened concern on poverty, racism, war, the environ-ment and the many social issues of our day. We are witness to a social movement of volunteerism, and giv-ing of time, resources and money. Giving back is now standard fare

in the media, further stimulating a greater awareness, a heightened concern and a strong desire to par-ticipate. We are witnessing and are a part of a social revolution.

the revolution, like our country has a new leader, new hope and a new message to the global human race, “Make a Difference”. the revolu-tion places a greater responsibility on government, corporations, for-profits, not-for-profits and each and every one of us to hear this interna-tional call to service. today all or-ganizations have a civic obligation to harness and maximize the collec-tive and individual potential of their human force. the obligation also makes good business sense. For example, 92% of Americans have a more positive image of companies and products that support causes; 84% of Americans say they are like-ly to switch brands, when price and quality are equal, to help support a cause ; employees whose compa-nies support social issues are 40% more likely to say they are proud of their company’s values and nearly 25% more likely to be loyal to their employers than companies that do not have such programs.

- cone corporate citizenship Study, the Role of cause Branding (2002).

now more than ever, we must work together to serve the common good, to find a cause and support it, to find a need and respond to it. through collaboration and partnerships we will maximize this tremendous op-portunity and drive meaningful so-cial change.

Matrix is proof positive that your hard work, your financial contribu-tions, your volunteerism, your do-nations, your time and your com-mitment does change lives, families and future generations. this power to change is seen everyday through the lives our clients and the trans-formation of a community.

each and everyday, Matrix is blessed with the tremendous out pouring of goodness, generosity and compas-sion. in fiscal year 2008, Matrix was blessed with more than 20,000 volunteers providing more than 135,000 hours of service.

there is no doubt these difficult economic times come with a silver lining of hope for our citizens and for our city. From our hardships come life experiences and op-portunities that make us stronger, kinder and more compassionate as individuals, organizations and as a community. With hardship comes the privilege to serve.

on behalf of all Matrix Human Ser-vices, our Board of Directors, hun-dreds of staff and the thousands of volunteers and clients, thank you.

SucceSSBoard oF directors

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Linda Bade

Alicia Biggers

Dianne Bostic Robinson, vice chair

ethriam Brammer

Diane Byrd-Johnson

carla chambers

toria clark

Patricia cornell

Andrew curoe, chair

Mary Foucard, treasurer

Bryant Frank

Dr. Winifred Fraser

Sharlene Gage

Susan Gardynik, treasurer

Linda Garrison

Kay Kress

Dr. Myron Liner, Secretary

Sharon McWhorter

terri Moon

carolyn Patrick-Wanzo

Gordon RodwanLaura Rodwan

William Ross

elizabeth Spooner

terence thomas

David underwood

Kelli van Buren

John villa

Diane Ward, vice chair

Debraha Watson

Deborah Wilson, vice chair

Jennifer Dale Director of Development

Peter Franklin chief Financial officer

Scott Gifford Director of comm.

Development/outreach

Sharon Jamal vP of Adult/Affiliate Program

ted Lewis chief Strategy officer

Kathleen neumann vP of Youth/Family Program

toya Russell Director of Marketing/community Relations

treska Seay executive Assistant

Debra Spring vP of education

executive Leadership

Dr. Marcella Wilson President/ceo


A Letter from Matrix Human Services Board chair

Andrew H. curoeAs you will see from the 2008 Annual Report of Matrix Human Services, our theme this year is “transitions to Success”. At Matrix we have the opportunity to serve our vast community, from the children in the vistas nuevas Head Start Program, through the various cycles of adult life, as well as our senior citizens. each individual who works with Matrix faces his or her own unique challenges. Fortunately, our clients find more opportunities at Matrix Human Services than a year ago, as evidenced by the success of the Matrix Human Services center. i am confident that Dr. Wilson and her team, with the full support of the Board, will continue to lead Matrix and the community in transitioning families to success.

tolstoy wrote that while happy families are all alike, every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way. For most happy families, the basic needs of life are easily met and they have many opportunities available to them. in order to achieve happiness and fulfillment in life, however more than the basic needs are required. We help clients first obtain basic needs such as shelter and clothing and transition them to success by helping them obtain employment, transportation and education in order to break the cycle of poverty. Matrix Human Services works tirelessly to offer not a handout but a handup to those individuals most at risk in our community by guiding them down a path towards self sufficiency.

now is a time like no other during our lives. We face enormous challenges and see unlimited need in the community. Such times also provide opportunity to focus on those things most important in life, starting with family. When you return to your home, please remember to give thanks for your happy family and rededicate yourself to transition unhappy families into happy ones.

Barat child and Family Services • off the Streets • connecting Families • Youth Assistance Program Head Start Fatherhood initiative • casa Maria Family Services • vistas nuevas LifeHouse • Women Arise • Project transition Housing • Walter and May Reuther Senior Services Matrix Human Services center • Matrix Quality care • unique Boutique • Bargain counter north

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Ms. Deborah MarshMr. Sylvester MartinMarygrove collegeMs. Adele MatthewsMs. Sarah McDanielMs. nakayla McKessonMs. Mazzie MeadowsMercy education ProjectMs. nancy S. MerriweatherMr. Robert G. MilesMr. & Mrs. Kenny MillerMrs. Mary B. MollMrs. Mary Ann MontpetitMs. caroline t. MorinMs. Sarah MorinMs. ethel MorrellMs. Freda MouldenMr. Joseph nadzatowskinew century Home Health care,

inc.new creations community

outreachMs. Fran newmanMs. Laura A. o’BrienMs. Sheila P. o’BrienMs. carole M. o’connorMs. Josephine oneillosborn energy Savers initiativeMrs. Renee D. oswandelMs. Sally owenMrs. Genevieve M. PadalinoMr. David W. PankotaiMrs. Margaret M. ParkerMrs. elizabeth F. PayneMs. cora K. PearsonMrs. Angelika PhillipsMrs. Loma PointerMiss cynthia PolitowiczMs. Sofie PumphreyMr. and Mrs. John M. RadyMs. virginia RadzialowskiMs. Patricia A. RencherMr. Major Reynolds

Ms. edna RichardRight to Life of MichiganMrs. emma RigneyMs. Georgia RobinsonMr. Silverio Rodriguez and Ms.

Maria Aponte-RoblesMr. and Mrs. Grover RudolphMs. Andra M. RushMs. nancy Jo SadowskiMr. Andre SamsSan Paul Group, LLcMs. Patricia K. SargentMs. Lisa H. SchmaltzMrs. Gilda c. SchryerMrs. Barbara L. SchwartzMs. Barbara A. ScottMs. Mary Ann ScottMs. nancy SecordMrs. Jane P. SelwaMs. Martha e. SewellShar Men’s ProgramMs. ellen J. Sharon-JonesMrs. Dorothy J. SheldonMrs. Susan R. ShepherdMs. Graciela SifuentesMs. ella SlaterMr. Anthony SlaughterMr. Steven SlaytonMs. Loretta J. SledgeMr. Jack SleeinskiMr. and Mrs. Albert SmithMs. cynthia J. SmithMs. Dorothy SmithMrs. Joan D. SmithMrs. Katherine P. SmolinskiMs. Alma SnowdenMr. Bryan D. SoboczynskiMs. Dominga SolisMs. Debra SpringMs. crystal A. SpringfieldMs. Louise StanfordMs. Ruby StanisMs. valeria SteenMiss Gertrude M. StraleMr. erik L. Stuessy

Mr. Jose i. telleriaMs. Gabrielle thomasMr. terence A. thomas, Sr.Ms. Sonya A. thompsonMs. Mozella thurmanMr. Arthur tolbertMs. Belen S. torresMrs. Dona A. tracey-GierakMr. Marcus turnerMr. & Mrs. Jeffrey P. tuttleu.S. Senator Debbie StabenowuAW-international unionudonthave2call.comMs. Anita vargasMr. & Mrs. Joseph J. vaughnMr. Jimmy veliuMs. Rosa veraMs. Bernice vernadoMs. emily M. WalkerMs. victoria WallsMs. Louise WashingtonWayne State university college of

Liberal Arts & SciencesWe care About van Dyke Seven

Mile, inc.Mr. charles WellsMs. Janetta WheelerMs. Juanita WhiteMr. thomas WidmerMs. Alexis WilliamsMs. cleva M. WilliamsMs. ella WilliamsMr. Johnny WilliamsMr. Keyon WilliamsMrs. Mozelle WilliamsMs. Patricia WilliamsMs. Willa WilsonMrs. Willie B. WilsonMrs. elizabeth WitherellMs. Monica WoodsonMs. Susan YeghissianZeta Phi Beta Sorority, inc.Ms. Marge Zmuda

SucceSSdonors

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SucceSSBarat chiLd and FaMiLy servicesprograM descriptionBarat child and Family Services is a 24-hour residential treatment program for girls. the program pro-vides a safe and nurturing environ-ment for young ladies, between the ages of 12 and 17 years, who have been victims of abandonment, abuse, and/or neglect.

While residing at Barat, the young ladies; attend schools within the community, actively participate in an array of enriching activities and mentoring, and participate in in-dividual as well as group therapy. the overall goal of Barat is to as-sist the ladies with; making positive choices, relating positively to au-thority figures and peers, learning appropriate social skills, and ulti-mately becoming independent and successful members of society. this is accomplished through the work of the therapists, Youth Develop-ment Workers, other staff, and the “Ladies of excellence” program.

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Written by: Aurora Harris

success story Arreana was initially placed in fos-ter care at the age of 9-years old due to neglect and abuse by her mother, but didn’t arrive at Barat until early 2008.

While at Barat Arreana continued in regular education at the De-troit Academy of Arts & Science High School where she received good grades. Her favorite subjects were english, Science and Drama. She wanted to have a good future, job and a family. While at Barat House, Arreana was very outgo-ing, smart in school, a nice dresser and always kept herself looking very presentable. Arreana was very co-operative and respectful to staff and peers. She completed Semi-independent Living (SiL) classes at Youthville and worked as a “Peer educator” for the Alternative for Girls Program. She advanced to the highest level, excellence, at Barat House.

Arreana achieved her goal to com-plete the program at Barat House and went to a SiL program. She is currently in the same SiL placement and is still working with Alternative for Girls as a “Peer educator” and a “teen Mentor”.

Arreana made great accomplish-ments in her life and continues to strive for success. She plans on go-ing to college and aspires to be a Fashion Designer.

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We are making a difference 90% of the Barat ladies attended school on a consistent basis

Ms. carmine Buffone, tteeMs. Gussie BullockMr. Mark BurnsMs. Bessie BusbeeMrs. Mary ellen BuschMs. erica BushMs. Helen caldwellMs. Lenore canadyMs. Juanita carreonMs. Junita carreonMs. Priscilla cartercatholic Social Services of Wayne

countycesar chavez AcademyMs. Jamie A. cheeleyMs. carol J. christocity of Detroit - Department of

Human ServicesMs. Helen coldwellMs. Janet collinsMs. charlotte M. comstockMs. carmen constanMs. Doree J. cookMs. Jessie corbinMs. verlandis corbinMs. Patricia K. cornellMs. Georgette c. cothranMs. Desiree cottrellMs. Mary e. courtneyMs. elaine cousinoMs. Kimberly A. craftonMs. Dinah crowellMs. Alma curry

Mr. terrance L. curryMs. olive M. Danielst. DaoudMs. Burnell DavisMr. orlando J. DeJesusDetroit community Health

connectionDetroit Historical SocietyDetroit Public LibraryDetroit Recovery Project, inc.Mrs. Jean K. DevliegMs. Kathleen A. DiluciaMr. & Mrs. Michael DixonMs. Sophie DoddDonationsink, LLcDoorway to RecoveryMs. Jennifer DukesMs. Pauline eatmonMs. Kathleen M. emmettMs. emma escobedoMs. Garza eustoliaevangelical Manor StaffMs. thelma evansMs. Mary Kaye FerryMs. Dorothy FlakeMiss Mary e. FlecksteinerMrs. virginia M. FloranceMs. carol FougerousseMr. & Mrs. Peter FranklinDr. Winifred D. FraserMs. Susie GanttMs. celia GarciaMs. Jane c. Garcia

Ms. eustolia GarzaMs. Annie Mae GillardMs. Janet GilttensGinsberg centerMr. Alejandro GonzalezGreat Lakes Health PlanMs. Addie M. GreenMs. veronica GreenMrs. valerie B. GuentherMs. Petra GuerraMs. Juanita GunnMs. Maricela GutierrezMs. opal A. Hamilton-MayeMs. virginia HardinMs. Florence HarrisMs. Willie Mae HawkinsMs. Ruby HearnsMs. estee HillMr. Richard L. HirschMs. Kathryn R. HoardMrs. Jeanette HoganMrs. Susan L. HopkinsMs. emma HortonMr. Michael HorwitzMs. Kathleen G. HoustonMs. Selena HowtonMs. Bertha HuffMs. eloise ingramMs. cheryl P. JohnsonMs. Genevieve v. JohnsonMs. Monique M. JohnsonMs. celia JonesMs. Lucy JonesMr. & Mrs. Harry R. KansmanMs. Gail KingMs. essie KirbyMs. Jean KissJoe and ida KnottMr. vincent L. KountzMs. Mary KozachukMs. terry KruegerMrs. Mary LafataMrs. Stefanie e. LawlerMs. Artri n. LeeMs. catherine LindmanMrs. eileen H. LockeMs. Shirley LollesMs. Alma R. Lowery-DunnMs. concepcion LunaMs. Maria LunaMrs. Marilyn F. LundyMrs. June M. LyndenMs. Maddlyn LyonsMs. Regina MangoldMr. clifton v. ManusMs. Sheila MarableMrs. carol L. Markley

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SucceSSBargain counter north

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Bargain counter north is located in Berkley, Michigan. operated by the League of catholic Women, the Bargain counter north sells new and used clothing and small household items, including vintage items, at reasonable prices to benefit Matrix programs.

Margaret Walker, Manager, explains,” We have racks of clothes; new styles and vintage, and you know so many are into that. our clientele is very loyal and are mostly working women who want to dress nicely.” League volunteers continue to donate their time to staff, the shop, and make a difference in the community.

We are making a difference• Bargain counter north

contributes 100% of its gross income to Matrix programs.

Mr. and Mrs. Gary R. MarkwardtMr. James F. MartinMr. Mario t. MatthewMs. Denise MccammonMs. Melissa McclellenMs. Susan McGonegalMs. Brenda McLarenMs. Sharon L. McWhorterMr. & Mrs. Francis MicallefMichigan Business & Professional

AssociationMichigan office Design, inc.Mr. Miguel MillerMs. Madaline MitchellMs. Farai L. MoyoMurray’s Discount AutoMs. Marn G. MyersMr. Marc nakisherMs. Mary L. nebelMr. chris neumannnew Dimension Group, LLcnexcelerate, LLcnortheast Guidance center -

Samaritan centeroakland county ParksMs. Sharon D. oglesbyDavid olivenciaMs. Francine PeguesMr. Jeffery S. PeguesMr. and Mrs. Henry PerryPiston GroupMs. Dianne PohlMs. Jennifer PolitiMs. Allison D. PollardMrs. Margaret i. RashidMs. Beth RobertsMs. Mary B. RobinsonMs. Guadalupe SalazarSanders Management Group, LtDMs. Roberta v. SandersMs. Lorianne L. SaundersDr. Anna Saylor-WitherMr. & Mrs. Paul ScarcelloSenator Martha G. ScottMs. Gwendolyn SealsMs. treska M. SeayMs. Barbara ShannonMr. tyrone M. SimmonsMr. Michael o. SmithMrs. cecelia Smothers-ReeseSoave enterprisesSpain elementary-Middle SchoolSprint nextelState of Michigan M.D.o.cMr. Michael W. taylorMs. Renita taylorMr. James L. tesen

the Bilingual Fun company, LLcMs. Lillian thimesMs. tracy L. thomasMrs. elizabeth tillanderMs. vibha trivediuAW Local 22uAW Local union 160unique expressions, LLcuniversity of Michigan (Dearborn)university of Michigan Women’s

Associationuniversity of PhoenixWagon Wheel AntiquesMs. Renee L. WalkerMrs. Diane e. WardMr. edward WashingtonDr. Debraha WatsonWayne county commissionWayne county Department of

children and Family ServicMs. Louise WeaverMs. Jean M. WerschingMs. Bridget e. WilliamsMs. Herdicine WilliamsMs. teresa Williams-JohnsonMr. & Mrs. edward A. WolkingMs. Barbara WoolseyMs. Kristine WoolseyMr. James c. WyattMr. tom owens

Friends - ($1.00+)Mr. Jerry AbbruzzeseAcademy for Business &

technology elementary

Ms. Brenda c. AcostaMs. Martha AdamsMs. nannie AlbrittonMs. Maria AldapeMs. nadine AllenMs. Amy AmadorMs. emily M. AndersonMs. Denise Anderson-McGruderMs. Marisol AngelMs. tamilyn ArreguinAssociation For children’s Mental

Health, inc.Mrs. corrine M. AutyMs. Linda M. BadeBagley Housing Association, incMrs. Kathleen K. BalaiMs. carrie Banks-PattersonMrs. Bozena BaranowskiMs. Frances BartlettMs. Helen BartleyMr. Joseph P. BarzottiMs. Lavonia BattleMs. Deborah Bayley-SmithMrs. Maria L. BeauvaisMr. Sammie BellMs. nancy L. BiehlMr. James e. BlackburnMr. William BlakeMrs. Georgette F. BorregoMs. viretta M. BoydMs. Mattie BrayMs. Fannie BrownMrs. Josephine BrownMs. Lynette BrownMr. Dennis BrozesMs. Rose Bryant

SucceSSdonors

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prograM descriptioncasa Maria Family services was a community-based agency that sought to strengthen families by providing healthy alternatives for young people, and by promoting stability, and self-sufficiency, in the citizens of Southwest Detroit.

casa Maria served a diverse com-munity and continued to modify and improve the services and pro-grams offered in order to meet the changing needs of families. through diverse partnerships and communi-ty development, casa Maria Fam-ily Services impacted the lives of Detroit residents, through a never-ending commitment to children.

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We are making a difference

• 73.3% of youth

increased their G.P.A

success storyJoey did not appear to be enjoy-ing his time playing baseball. ev-ery time casa youth would go to practice he sat alone and had a sour look on his face. the coaches encouraged him to run the bases, practice his throwing, and field-ing. He would try, but not put his all into the game. After about one month of working with Joey, the coaches made a decision to ask him what he thought about base-ball. He shrugged his shoulders and said “it’s okay”. over the next week or so the coaches paid close attention to him at practice, how-ever this time around, casa staff asked him if he would like to work one on one with one of the staff. Joey was shocked but agreed. casa staff told him to pick out a baseball technique, meet at the field and they would work together. to the staff’s delight, he showed up, glove in hand. it was during this discus-sion that Joey began to open up and express his love for baseball but explained that it was hard for him to play with the other kids because he was small and was very coordi-nated and he didn’t have anyone to practice with. From that moment on Joey worked with the coaching staff and by the end of year three he was one of the star players that led the casa Maria cubs to winning the championship.

SucceSScasa Maria FaMiLy services

casa Maria Family Services provid-ed a caring and nurturing environ-ment for the youth and children of Detroit, as a positive alternative to the streets; with after-school & sum-mer programs that enriched their lives and encouraged academic, athletic and artistic achievement; giving children guidance in devel-oping long-term decision-making skills improved their quality of life.

Studies show that quality after-school programs help keep kids out of trouble. children who participat-ed in casa Maria’s programs were one-third less likely to become a teen parent, more than twice as likely to stay in school and further their education, as well as one-sixth less likely to be convicted of a crime during high school.

supporters - ($500.00 + )Advanced care Pharmacy Services

of Metro DetroitAntioch Managment Group, inc.Applebee’sMs. eugenia BallardMs. Janice BibbsMs. Lisa Brancato-MauckMs. Annetta M. Byrnecambridge underwriters, LtDMs. Jacqueline cleaverMrs. Mary ellen Darin-tarpleyDetroit institute of ArtsDiamond Life clothingMs. camilla DoniverMs. crystal ervinexpetec technology Services

#1221Mr. & Mrs. charles t. Fisher iiiMs. Mary A. FoucardMs. Sharlene F. GageMs. Susan R. GardynikHenry Ford Health SystemsMs. Deborah HnatiukMs. Joyce HolbdyJ.S. clark Agency, inc.Ms. Shannon JacksonMs. Jennifer L. LauerMr. theodore A. LewisMs. Kathleen McvayMGM Grand Detroit casinonational city Bank corporationMr. Pete Douglas & Ms. Kathleen

M. neumannMs. Jennifer PadyiasekSania’s charm & etiquetteMr. Robert SchumakeMs. cynthia SpencerState Bar of Michigan/Young

Lawyers DivisionStrategic Staffing SolutionsMs. Debra taylorthe Auto club Groupthe Bartech Groupthe national community

Development instituteuAW DaimlerchryslerMr. and Mrs. John J. villaWachovia insurance ServicesMs. Deborah R. WilsonDr. Marcella M. Wilson and Mr.

Joseph F. HurlbertWish Ministries, inc.

donors - ($100.00+)Mr. & Mrs. David AdamsMs. Louise AdamsAlsar companyAmerican Red crossMrs. Patricia AntonelliArab community center for

economic and Social ServicesMs. Melba v. BaileyMs. cereatha BakerMs. carol Banks WilliamsMs. christine A. BellMs. Janine BennettMrs. Anne BlakeMr. William L. BlakeMs Laura BloomBooker t. Washington Business

AssociationMs. Dianne Bostic RobinsonBra WorldBridgewater interiors, LLcBrooks Kushman, P.c.Mr. & Mrs. Kennyon BrownMs. elizabeth BrumlowMs. Jo Ann BrunoMrs. Denise M. BullMs. Beth calcateraMs. Judith e. caliman, esq.Mr. tim cannaneMrs. Helen Ann careyMs. Susan cartercharles H. Wright Museum of

African American HistoryMs. christion chubenkocity of Detroit - city council unitMs. Dolores H. clarkMs. Janice cleinMs. Mary M. clementMs. tracie conleyconsulate of MexicoMs. Lorraine cookeMs. Annette cusenzaMr. and Mrs. Dominic DaleMr. Josh DaleMs. Beatrice D’AmbrosioMs. Laytha c. DanleyMs. Jeannine DawsonDetroit HurricanesDetroit institute for childrenDetroit Lions inc.Ms. Linda D. DigglesMs. Jennifer M. DixonMr. Millard DoanMs. Rennia DombrowskiMs. Felicia DouglasMrs. Susan DoyleMrs. Doreen L. D’Souza

DuMouchelle Art GalleryMrs. Rose H. DykasMrs. Wanda c. DylaeBc Detroit, inc.Mr. & Mrs. Wayne elliottMs. Audra erby-LeakeMs. Renee D. erveMs. tami t. erveMs. Mary L. FergusonFifth third BankMs. tissua S. FranklinMrs. Leslie J. GeogheganGeorge Johnson & companyGeorge’s Livonia GardensMs. Janet GittensMr. John J. GouloozeMr. & Mrs. Mark A. GrierMs. Rose GrierMr. David Gubbini and Ms. Leslie

LamphearMs. tonya M. HallMrs. Rosemary Hasse MyersMr. & Mrs. James t. HeimbuchDr. Bob HellerHoldby’s ServicesMs. Jill Hurwitzilitch charities for children, inc.Ms. Alice JacksonMr. Gregory P. JacobyMs. Sharon L. JamalMs. carolyn D. JamesMs. charmaine J. JamesMs. Kathy JamesMs. cynthia JohnsonMrs. Marge JohnsonJonathan Witz & AssociatesJonesboro investments corp.JunaPa Marketing, LLcMs. Anita KanakarisMs. Sherry KellyMrs. Shelly KempMr. timothy P. KilleenMayor Kwame KilpatrickMr. Jeff KingRichard and elizabeth KingMs. versie KingMs. Peggy KingstonKresch Legal ServicesLA SeDMs. nellie B. LaGardeMr. Rogelio LandinMr. Kevin LaPlenaMr. tal S. LeverMr. & Mrs. Bernardo e. LiceaDr. Myron L. LinerLotus BankMs. Gina Mangold

SucceSSdonors

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success storyA lack of education is a major problem in many of America’s low income areas and the osborn community on Detroit’s eastside is no exception. the connecting Families Program provides GeD training, computer training and tu-torial services for youth in an effort to tighten this gap. the emphasis is on literacy and illiteracy, atten-dance, homework and visible re-sults from ongoing testing and re-port cards. the “D” family like so many oth-er families was bombarded with the struggles of daily survival. the

SucceSSconnecting FaMiLies

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prograM descriptionconnecting Families is located in the Matrix Human Services center, connecting Families offers fami-lies, individuals and youth an array of supportive services that include Casa Maria, a safe after school pro-gram for youth ages 5-16, adult employment & educational skill building, family activities and re-ferrals to outside agencies.

A recently awarded Skillman grant allows connecting Families to pro-vide comprehensive support servic-es, needs assessments and referrals designed to break the cycle of pov-erty. connecting Families directs youth, families and adults to pro-grams, both in the Matrix Human Services center and the osborn community, specific to their needs. connecting Families uses the Ma-trix invented, transition to Success model, a comprehensive model providing an integrated approach that engages, connects and sup-ports clientele with an extensive ar-ray of supports and services in and outside Matrix

We are making a difference• 81.25% of youth have

increased their GPA

connecting Families Program not only provided a safe haven for the children; the tutoring services has provided an avenue for her two children and one niece to maintain a B+ average while simultaneously working towards her GeD. the structure and stability the connect-ing Families Program has provided for the “D” family over the past year has given them the foundation not only to continue their goals but to add new goals such as art, cheerleading, music, employment and better housing. “KD” has been a dedicated and committed mom making sure she and her family ac-quire the proper tools for success.

charity Motorscircle of Life Hospitalcity of Detroit - Recreation

Departmentcofinitycommunity Foundation for

Southeastern MichiganDad’s clubMr. Robert e. DayDetroit Free Press charitiesDetroit international Bridge

companyDetroit PistonsDetroit tigers, inc.Dreams in Progress Foundationeducation training Research

Services (etRS)Foley & Lardner, LLPMr. & Mrs. Bryant M. FrankMs. Linda GarrisonGateway community HealthGeneral Motors - north American

operationsGeneral Motors - Supplier

DiversityMr. Scott GiffordMs. LeWanda GipsonMs. Judith Hillockideal Group

Junior League of Detroit, inc.Ms. Kay S. KressLochmoor clubMs. Regina LoveMarathon Petroleum company

LLcMarcile’s FashionsMichigan Women’s FoundationMidwest Health Plan inc.Mt. Zion Lutheran church

Foundationnew vista, LLconce Again Bridal ShopMs. carolyn Patrick-WanzoPlymouth community united WayMrs. elizabeth SchmidtStatewide Disaster RestorationMs. Joanne Swatowskitarget community RelationsteA, LLcthe nRP Group, LLctotal Health caretoyota Motor Sales, uSA, inc.united Methodist WomenMr. & Mrs. John K. villaWestside Business Alliance, inc.

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Major Benefactors - ($100,000.00+)Detroit Auto Dealers Association

(DADA)Hudson-Webber Foundationthe Skillman Foundationunited Way for Southeastern

Michigan

Benefactor - ($50,000.00 +)city of Detroit-noF/Planning and

Development

patrons - ($25,000.00+)Mr. cory HamiltonSysco Food Services of DetroituAW - Solidarity House

partner - ($10,000.00+)Mr. & Mrs. Andrew H. curoeMs. Kathleen B. Mccannthe elizabeth, Allan and Warren

Shelden Fundthink Detroit PALt-Mobile uSA, inc.uAW Region 1AYouth Development commission

contributor - ($5,000.00+)Bank of Americachrysler corp, LLccollege for creative Studiescompuware corporationDte energy corporate Services,

LLcMs. Roseann KovalcikMolina Healthcare, inc.Studio Michiah

associates - ($1,000.00+)Alliance for children & FamiliesMr. & Mrs. Scott D. BestBlack united Fund of Michigan,

inc.Blue care network of MichiganBlue cross Blue Shield of

MichiganMs. Robin BrumlowMs. carla M. chambers


success storyRoosevelt Bell came into Head Start in 2007 with an open mind, not ful-ly understanding what the program was all about. He was willing to always serve in whatever capacity he was needed. At the center level he started out as chairperson at the citadel site, them moving forward to Policy committee chair, and then on the Policy council. through-out this time Roosevelt became a trusted and dedicated parent which exemplified his strong ambition to develop a reading dad’s group at the citadel center. Although this sounds like a remark-able story about a dedicated dad, it is not as nearly remarkable as Roosevelt’s’ humble beginnings. this man was once homeless for two years, and went from place to place eating from dumpsters, and nearly dying from drug addiction. After receiving numerous honors and awards, Roosevelt came back to new St. Paul Head Start Agency and was named Parent Ambassador for the Agency. He credits new St. Paul Head Start Agency and the Fa-therhood initiative for not just mak-ing this possible , but giving him a second chance at parenting! As a husband and proud father of three he also was just ordained as Assis-tant Pastor of his church, spreading the message of the importance of family, community, and father-hood.

prograM descriptionhead start Fatherhood initiative nurtures meaningful connections between children and their fathers or other loving father figures, re-alizing that a healthy, intimate, responsible connection between father and child can counter the social problems created by father absence.the Head Start Fatherhood initia-tive is dedicated to engaging fathers of the Head Start children in a posi-tive way in their child’s education and life. the Fatherhood initiative nurtures meaningful connections between children and their fathers, and is focused on changing the so-cial challenges of children without fathers.upgrading the general quality of life in the community requires re-connecting fathers to their chil-dren in a way that enables those children to successfully reach their fullest potential.

SucceSShead start Fatherhood initiative

We are making a differencethe Annual Father and Daughter Dance had more than 350 fathers and daughters in attendance.

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direct program expense:13,249,589

(89%)

administrative expense: $1,327,677

(9%)

Marketing & development expense: $293,648

(2%)

SucceSSFinanciaL report


SucceSSLiFehouse

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prograM description

Lifehouse our shelters for women offer safe, nurturing 12-step home environments focused on recovery and stabilization. Residents with histories of substance abuse, do-mestic violence, incarceration and homelessness receive supportive, wrap-around services that promote recovery and aid in developing the skills and stability needed to regain their independence, reunite with their families, and progress to per-manent employment and housing.

LifeHouse staff and volunteers en-sure that house rules are followed and a zero-tolerance policy for drugs, alcohol, and violent be-haviors is enforced. As part of the recovery process, residents are re-quired to secure employment and pay a residence fee.

Support services include informa-tion, referral, education, shelter, permanent housing and prevention services to support self-sufficiency.

We are making a difference100% of LifeHouse residents maintained their substance abuse recovery

success storyMs. Young entered LifeHouse after ninety days of residential treatment at SHAR east Women and children Program. During Ms. Young’s initial intake at LifeHouse she was asked about one of her biggest fears. Her reply was, “finding a job,” because she has a felony on her record and felt it would be hard for a company to hire her. Ms. Renee turmon, ca-reer coach for the transition to Suc-cess program, invited Ms. Young to a Job Fair held through triumph church; the church sponsors a program called Second chance to assist individuals with felonies on their records. there were over 300 people in attendance and 15 com-panies to interview potential em-ployees. A month later Ms. Young received a call from commerce Fi-nancial regarding a interview, and today Ms. Young is employed there as a Benefit Specialist. When asked how it feels to face your fears and win, Ms. Young stated, “i am very grateful, happy and i thank God every day for bringing Matrix Hu-man Services and LifeHouse into my life.”

success storyin March 2008, A.c. was referred to YAP from the third Judicial court to receive services to address her at-risk behaviors and academic challenges. A.c. is a female middle school student who appeared to be unmotivated about education. ini-tially, A.c. refused to bring in her school and / or home work to re-ceive academic assistance. She is a quiet and shy young lady who had reservation about speaking openly with her YAP Social Worker.

the YAP Social Worker and educa-tion Specialist work in a collabora-tive manner to assist A.c. the staff dedication and persistence demon-strated to A.c. that they were work-ing in her best interest and there for the long haul. As a result, A.c. be-gan to talk about the problems she faced at home, school and in the community. Within several weeks, A.c.’s grades began to improve and she gleemed as she received posi-

SucceSSyouth assistance prograM

tive reports from her teachers. the teachers reported on her grades, at-tendance and behavior.

A.c.’s grandmother stated, “Be-cause of her involvement in the Youth Assistance Program, i am extremely pleased with her posi-tive adjustment in the school envi-ronment. She has learned how to take responsibility for her actions.” A.c. proudly told YAP staff about her school accomplishments. She received certificates in Science, Music, citizenship, and Most im-proved citizenship, as well as a trophy for her achievement on the Writing section of the MeAP test.

in mid-June, A.c. successfully com-pleted the Youth Assistance Pro-gram. A.c.’s grandmother, teachers and YAP staff are proud of her hard work and accomplishments!

prograM description the youth assistance program (yap) provides prevention and early intervention services to youth age 7 to 17 to enhance their qual-ity of life, build confidence/self-es-teem, improve their academic per-formance and otherwise provide life experiences that will prevent involvement with the juvenile jus-tice system.

YAP supports Wayne county child & Family Services commitment to reducing youth crime and early entry into the juvenile justice sys-tem by offering research evidence based programs that address the at-risk and diversion youth residing in central and Downtown Detroit.

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We are making a difference99.84% of the youth increased in grades and/or grade point average


prograM description

the Matrix human services cen-ter encompasses a collaborative network of human services de-signed to meet the social, physical, spiritual and educational needs of northeast Detroit residents. there is an underlying philosophy and spirit that leads to collaboration on projects and delivery of services to customers.

Mission partners are community organizations who partner with Matrix to provide programs and services to the osborn neighbor-hood.

Mission partners at the center include:

• Detroit Public Schools - GeD / ABe classes

• united children and Family Head Start - Mt. Zion center

• Walter and May Reuther Senior Program

• Accounting Aid Society

• college for creative Studies

• Academy of Warren - (physical education classes and after school program)

• John Seay center

• R & R Domestic Services

• northeast Guidance center

• narcotics Anonymous groups

• think Detroit / PAL

• Detroit Mosaic Youth theatre

• insideout Literacy Arts

• YMcA Metropolitan Youth collaborative

• connecting Families Program

• neighborhood Services organization

success storythe number of Mission Partners and organizations using the cen-ter increased to 134. new Mission Partners and tenants included the employment institute, children’s Hospital, northeast Guidance center, Pewabic Pottery, Account-ing Aid Society, thinkDetroit/PAL, neighborhood Services organiza-tion, university of Phoenix, Detroit Parent network, Homeless Action network of Detroit, Advantage Health centers, Wayne county-Michigan Youth opportunities ini-tiative, Spinix organization, city Year of Detroit and First children’s Finances

city Year coordinated a service project in August 2008 for 150 t-Mobile employees at the cen-ter. enthusiastic and industrious, t-Mobile employees completed landscaping, mural and painting projects, including the completion of the t-Mobile Huddle up Room in the center’s lower level. there was further excitement at the end of the day, with the presentation of an unexpected $10,000 t-Mobile donation check to Matrix Human Services.

other large scale center service projects were completed with the planning and participation of MBA students at the university of Michi-gan Ross School of Business and Deloitte employees. these projects generated over $15,000 in cash and in-kind donations to the center.

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Mission partners collaborate with Matrix on programs and services to the osborn neighborhood. these collaborations include the color Me Healthy community expo (Au-gust), children and Youth expo (February), Family nights, Hal-loween Party, field trips, food pan-try, computer lab, workshops and clean-up projects

We are making a differencethe Matrix Human Services center has more than 1700 visitors a week.

success storyAfter serving a prison term of 6 ½ years for a crime i did not commit, with a history of substance abuse and domestic violence, i began to see myself, after my release back into the community, in a state of des-peration and in grave need of some sort of assistance from someone to help me re-established my life, a strong urgency and desire rose up in me to restore and re-defined my life and self to a position that it had never been before, i began to press on in that endeavor. Determined as i was with discouragement, dis-appointment and despair trying to creep in, i began my quest, to not let the blemish on my once credi-ble name hinder me in my progress in restoring my life. With that goal in mind to obtain gainful employ-ment, my freedom, and housing for myself and my children, i became involved in a program that did just that. Women ARiSe.

Women ARISE, meaning Anne ARISE is what the program in Ma-trix Human Services did for me. With their support in conjunction with my desire in ARiSinG from my once unjustly circumstances i had obtained the assistance i was looking for. i went from several months of unemployment to the Secretary of the Women’s Program, including Women ARiSe.

Being in the program as a client was a great program to be apart of. the kindness, respect, compassion and assistance i received from the program staff was what my heart, mind and soul needed. it gave me a sense of independence i thought i had lost or was discarded due my incarceration. You see, i once was lost and now i have been found. i was blind and now i see that despite my circumstances i was worth something. i was some-body. A woman with potential.

A woman who deserved another chance, another opportunity. tHAt is what the Women ARiSe Program in Matrix Human Services did for me. the compassion, understand-ing and support i received through the Women ARiSe program melted away the blemish, the stigma that was once on my person when i was offered employment within their organization.

Matrix placed me in another cate-gory, the category of the successful, the category of the worthy and ac-ceptable despite my past and short-comings. Matrix Human Services made it possible for me to be an acceptable person in society again. And with that, i am truly grateful. i was able to regain, refocus and re-vision parts of my life that had been dormant due to my incarceration. Because of the opportunity granted to me by the program within Matrix Human Services, Women ARiSe, this gave me the opportunity to ex-perience life in a totally different way than i had ever before, and for that reason alone, i am truly grate-ful.

You see, when one has been re-leased from prison, its a very over-whelming experience. Your being becomes cloudy, unsure, uncertain and a bit fearful of what is to come or what will happen because you do not know what to expect from yourself and others because your seem to be thrown back into this “rat race” called life and you have to fend for yourself.. Well, Matrix Human Services tremendously as-sisted me in my awkward transition back into society and that was done in more than one way. First as a cli-ent and now as an employee and for that i am truly grateful that God saw fit to place this organization in my life for such a time as this.

And with that, heartfelt gratitude goes out to Matrix Human Servic-es.

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prograM descriptionWomen arise, provides women involved in the criminal justice sys-tem with the education, training, counseling, social interaction and environment necessary to become productive members of society. the program aims to reduce recidivism through supportive services that include higher education, targeted job training, enhanced community supports and stronger familial rela-tionships.

Women ARiSe meets the needs of women involved in the criminal justice system including proba-tion, parole and re-entry. Women ARiSe provides women with the skills, support and encouragement needed to break the cycle of incar-ceration.

With a 21-year history of comprehensive programming, Women ARiSe came to Matrix as an affiliate in 2007. All clinical, fiscal and management operations were transferred to Matrix to assist the organization in achieving maximum cost effectiveness. in 2008, the Women ARiSe Board voted to merge operations.

We are making a difference98% of women in the WA program maintained their substance abuse recovery


success storyMs. t is an 80-year-old client. She is visited weekly by a Home care Assistance worker for housekeep-ing and personal care assistance.

Ms. t has had a difficult time over the past months as her only son died recently and she had depend-ed on his assistance. “i’m not well and i can’t go up and down the

SucceSSMatrix QuaLity care

prograM descriptionMatrix Quality care (est. 2008), is a social enterprise program that offers light housekeeping, chore services, personal care and trans-portation to the Metro Detroit com-munity for a fee.

the revenue derived from Matrix Quality care is used to support programming for low income se-niors through the Walter and May Reuther Senior Services program of Matrix Human Services.

Matrix Quality care services are affordable and provided by pre-screened, qualified, trained and re-sponsive professionals who design your care program to meet your needs.

Whether you would like help for a few hours a day or need us 24 hours a day, a caregiver is available.

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stairs to do the wash any more. i need help with keeping up with the house chores and i have a hard time getting my shopping done. tracey is such a godsend. Without her, i don’t think i could manage. She helps me with my bath and makes everything easy for me to get to. She’s a beautiful person.”

success storyMs. LW is a 97-year-old client who lives independently. She is visited weekly by a Home care Assistance worker for personal care help.

Ms. W has been a client for many years, and since 1989, and her health has unfortunately deteriorat-ed. While she was only receiving help with home chores and light housekeeping in the beginning of her relationship with RSS, she now needs help with her own personal care. Ms. W is diabetic and has high blood pressure and heart dis-ease. Her arthritis and frailty make it hard for her to safely manage some parts of her personal care.

“i’m old now. i can’t get in and out of the bathtub and i need help.

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prograM description

Walter & May reuther senior ser-vices (rss) was founded by the united Automobile Workers as a social program to meet the needs of all retired men and women. Af-ter more than 55 years of services to tens of thousands of older adults, RSS continues to promote physical and mental well-being, and finan-cial stability for vulnerable low-in-come seniors.

clients’ basic needs are met by proven case management interven tions that provide food, in-home services of homemaking, personal care and chores, as well as medical transportation, and access to vital self-sufficiency supports, RSS is ex-tending the ability to live indepen-dently for our at risk elders.

We are making a difference95% of seniors reported improved/maintained physical or mental well being

My daughter is sick and my grand-daughter helps when she can, but without Beatrice, i don’t know what i would do. She’s kind and i really depend on her.”


prograM description

oFF the streets is a voluntary, community-based program pro-viding crisis intervention services to families and youth. Shelter ser-vices (Safe stay, counseling, case Management, transportation to/from school, Life Skills, opportu-nities for recreation) are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to youth ages 12 to 17 who are run-away, potential runaway, homeless, or facing possible at risk/crisis situ-ations. other services provided by ots are non-Residential counsel-ing, Parent Support/Skills classes, Prevention and community educa-tion groups. All services are pro-vided by trained and professional staff at no cost to the youth or the family. ots operates with a diver-sified funding base representing funds from federal, state and local sources.

success storyin May 2008, Ron came to otS with his father who was fed up with Ron’s “negative behavior”. Ron was almost 18 years old, and was not attending school consistently, had started smoking marijuana and did not know what he wanted to do with his life. At otS Ron stated that he needed someone to spend time with him, showing him what he needed to do in order to be ready for independence. Staff at otS worked with Ron to secure his State identification, to develop

SucceSSoFF the streets

healthier living habits (going to bed/waking at a consistent time, eating healthy meals, not smok-ing) and to attend school and his part-time job consistently. While at otS, Ron decided to join the unit-ed States military. otS helped Ron to connect with the Armed Forces Recruiter, supported him to take the readiness test and participate with other recruitment processes. He reports that he is doing well and he thanks otS for “being there for me.”

We are making a differenceü85% of youth who stayed at the shelter

did not run away from home within 90 days of leaving the program.

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prograM descriptionvistas nuevas Head Start (vnHS), operates in Detroit’s Southwest Head Start service area, and has grown to be the largest Head Start provider in the city. currently, op-erating from multiple program sites, vnHS provides high-quality comprehensive services.

vnHS is an integral part of the com-munity and in the lives of children and families. it is a federally fund-ed, comprehensive program serving low-income children three to five years of age, special needs children and their families. the focus is on parents in order to empower them to provide for themselves and their families while preparing for the fu-ture. We are prepared to meet the challenges and changes faced by the children, families, and commu-nity we serve.

As a bilingual, multicultural pro-gram, vnHS is sensitive to the cultural differences, strengths and uniqueness of our community. the traditions and celebrations, which bring hope, joy, and unity to the families served, are respected.

the goal of vnHS is to continually develop collaborative projects to integrate services and more effi-ciently utilize community resourc-es and funding. the multifaceted program approach, which includes

training opportunities and shared facilities, establishes us as an au-thority in early childhood educa-tion and childcare in Southwest Detroit.

our vision is that vnHS will re-main at the forefront of innovative service delivery and a true leader in the community for children and families. As a little girl, i grew up with a single mother, and two sib-lings in Southwest Detroit. We were on welfare and wore hand me downs and sometimes with very little food to eat. We struggled, but my mother always pushed us to finish school so we could become someone important. to her a high school diploma was sufficient be-cause she herself was a high school drop out.

SucceSSvistas nuevas head startsuccess story i went to High school with the in-tention of going to college, but my life took a detour. i was married, became pregnant at 18 years old and graduated high school, all in less that a year. As a single mother i saw myself following my mothers foot steps.

then i found vistas nuevas Head Start or i should say vistas found me. i was hired in 1996 as an as-sistant teacher, and found out i was pregnant a few months later. i learned many things at vistas. i learned to be a better parent by becoming aware of the impor-tance of a child’s nutrition, health, and education. i became a better person by involving myself in my children’s education, being more responsible at work, and so forth, things you learn along the way of living life.

i wanted to be a good role model for my sons, so they wouldn’t live a hard life as i did, as my mother did and my grandmother did.

i graduated in 2006 with a BA in child Development. i became a teacher, and worked very hard and i was surprised when i counted the years i’ve been in vistas.

in october it will be 13 years i’ve worked here. there has been ups and downs, but this job is fulfill-ing, it serves a purpose, and i’m living proof that it works. now i am cA to Ss. Peter and Paul. there are caring people here that helped me by reaching out their hands, and bringing out the motivation i needed, when sometimes i gave up on myself. i am proud to be part of vistas nuevas Head Start and Ma-trix Human Services, because i can tell my story and i now can be the motivator.

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We are making a differenceWe served 417,119 meals for the program year; had 4,040 parents utilize our literacy services


success storyi am cJ, i was a homeless/jobless mother for many years, and this Program built up my self esteem, encouraged and supported me when i didn’t even think i deserved it. Ms. Berry breathed life into me and Ms. Muir continued the path.

Project transition has provided us with so many Resources for Food assistance, clothing assistance, utility assistance, christmas gifts and thanksgiving Baskets, Beds and Linen when we first moved in.

At our monthly meetings Project transition always provides us with a Speaker from an Agency to assist us with income tax info, Hiv/Sex-ual Disease information, Domestic violence, expungement of Felony information, the list goes on and on.

this program has helped me and women like me become produc-tive members of Society, because they breathed life into me, and told me i could do anything i set my mind to, i have become a Parent Advocate . . .

i now help Birth Parents get their children out of Foster care. i am a college student, i am a mother again, i am a sister again, i am a daughter again, and i am help-ing other families to be reunified. See because these 2 women came into my life and helped me, i am now helping others, it is called the “trickle effect”. . . ”


5 women were reunited with their children who had been in foster care

14 clients improved their income

16 clients returned to school

4 clients received bachelors’ degrees

6 children of clients received college scholarships

prograM descriptionproject transition housing (pth) provides housing for low income women with children who have been homeless with histories of substance abuse, domestic vio-lence, and/or incarceration. the program receives referrals from community agencies and clients complete a thorough assessment to determine eligibility.

PtH supportive services include parenting skill workshops, living skills workshops, and mandatory monthly meetings. employment assistance, emergency needs, and referral assistance are also offered to clients. Household goods, cloth-ing and furniture donations are arranged through collaborating programs. the ultimate goal of this program is for the families served to become self-sufficient and produc-tive members of the community.

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uniQue BoutiQue

unique Boutique, sells snacks & new and gently used items at reasonable prices to benefit Matrix programs. Located inside of the Matrix Human Services center, we offer a volunteer Retail training Program to those interested in gaining experience in the retail industry.


• Proceeds from unique Boutique benefit Matrix programs.

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