Great organizations are shaped by people who believe in the power of others. Leaders who didn’t get where they are alone. People who understand that success grows when it’s shared. That’s why we’re proud to welcome three new members to our Board of Directors: Megan Fisher of Autoliv (left), Drew … Read More »
January is National Mentoring Month, a time to recognize the people and organizations that quietly change the direction of lives. For us, that means celebrating our volunteer Career Mentors and the companies and organizations that support them. Video: Meet some Career Mentors Learn more about being a Career Mentor Learn … Read More »
In 2024 we asked ourselves, “how can we make our annual golf event more inclusive, more fun, and more beneficial for our guests and students?” The answer was The Golf Social at Topgolf. So, how’d we do? On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, we welcomed more than 200 guests for an … Read More »
When Carl McAllister II first heard about our Workforce Prep Mentoring Program, it was through a simple email forwarded by his own mentor, Andrew Moore. “I immediately jumped on it,” Carl said. “Mentoring is a big part of my life already, but this felt different. It was more structured, longer-term. … Read More »
At Hazel Park High School, two sophomores found their voices and their futures, thanks to a powerful combination of structured curriculum, heartfelt mentorship, and a few moments that changed everything. Autum and Yasmin met in our 10th grade (Year 1) Workforce Prep Mentoring Program, an experiential program focused on helping … Read More »
When Mohammad Zaman joined our Workforce Prep Mentoring Program at Warren Mott High School, he was like many 11th graders; bright, capable, and just beginning to grasp what the future might hold. What he didn’t know then, and what few high schoolers truly understand, is that success in life doesn’t … Read More »
When Principal Tiffany Cox got the call that we might be coming to her school, she didn’t hesitate. “I literally pulled over on the side of the road,” she laughed. “I was super over the moon.” That kind of enthusiasm isn’t rare from Ms. Cox. As the proud Principal of … Read More »
What happens when more than 250 students, mentors, sponsors, and supporters come together to celebrate success, achievement, and a shared commitment to empowering tomorrow’s workforce? You get an unforgettable evening filled with pride, joy, and a whole lot of applause. “Our 2025 Awards Celebration was just that—a powerful reminder that … Read More »
On March 8, 2025, the ballroom at The Townsend Hotel shimmered with elegance as we hosted our 17th annual Corks & Forks gala. This year’s event, chaired by Teresa Thiele, Senior Vice President of Global Purchasing Programs at Stellantis, brought together community leaders, business professionals, and passionate supporters to celebrate … Read More »
When Shanaz Munni joined our Workforce Prep Mentoring Program at Warren Mott High School in 2018, she thought she had it all figured out—she was going to be a doctor, but she really didn’t know how to make that dream a reality. Now, at 22, she’s preparing to graduate from … Read More »