We are excited about building many positive relationships this year through mentoring. Winning Futures students will benefit greatly from working with a diverse group of mentors representing a wide variety of occupations, ages and ethnicities. Volunteers throughout metro Detroit are demonstrating their compassion for youth by taking one hour a … Read More »
All students, no matter what age, can benefit from starting the school organized and focused. Here are a few tips you can share with your child or youth in your program. Good Study Habits • Find a good, quiet place to study • Turn off all technology to stay focused … Read More »
August 28th 2013, marks the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s “I Have A Dream” speech. In this monumental address Dr. King spoke of peace, justice and equality. Every child deserves the opportunity to attain an excellent education and getting an excellent education isn’t just about books and … Read More »
Every parent wants their child to be successful in school. Now is the perfect time to start talking to students about their goals and how to best accomplish them. Begin talking with students about their dreams or their vision for the future. Knowing what he/she wants to achieve in life, … Read More »
Our weekly program (just one-hour per week for 15 or 25 weeks) is unique in that it has a fun, structured curriculum where mentors teach students though hands-on activities, written exercises, and group discussions. We train you and our staff are onsite to lead the sessions and support mentors. We focus … Read More »
Winning Futures just honored 10 Michigan citizens with the RARE Everyday Hero award, along with awarding five Michigan high school seniors with $2,500 scholarships. Our RARE Night of Heroes event at the Paladium in Birmingham was a night to remember for the award winners, their friends, families, and co-works. Congratulations … Read More »
Thank you to Powerlink Facilities Management for supporting Winning Futures and the Greg Kelser Basketball Camp. Each day this week, students will participate in basketball activities along with the Winning Futures mentoring, goal setting, and life skills program. To find out how your company can become a Greg Kelser Basketball Camp partner, … Read More »
Nabisco employees turned out to help students “shoot for their goals” at this week’s Greg Kelser Basketball Camp. Each day this week, students will participate in basketball activities along with the Winning Futures mentoring, goal setting, and life skills program. To find out how your company can become a Greg Kelser Basketball … Read More »
Thank you to Kellogg’s for supporting Winning Futures and the Greg Kelser Basketball Camp. Each day this week, students will participate in basketball activities along with the Winning Futures mentoring, goal setting, and life skills program. To find out how your company can become a Greg Kelser Basketball Camp partner, contact kris@winningfutures.org.
Thank you to Walmart for supporting Winning Futures and the Greg Kelser Basketball Camp. Team members from Walmart volunteered at the camp yesterday, June 17, to join students in basketball activities and Winning Futures’ mentoring, goal setting, and life skills program. To find out how your company can become a Greg Kelser … Read More »