Our History 1995

February 5, 2014 by Winning Futures Uncategorized

In the fall of 1995, Sam assembled a team of outstanding educators from Warren Mott High School who were passionate about student development and shared Sam’s vision.  With the dedicated assistance of Dominic LaRosa, Marilyn Haley, and Richard King the program took flight.   That year 13 Scholarships were awarded totaling… Read More

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Our History 1994

January 30, 2014 by Winning Futures Uncategorized

  The Winning Futures mentoring program was launched at Warren Mott High School in 1994 with 50 marketing students and recognized for its unique scholarship program by the United States Secretary of Education, Richard E. Riley.  That year, a bright eyed, ambition senior by the name of Kristina Sobczynski (now… Read More

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January Is National Mentoring Month?

January 22, 2014 by Winning Futures Uncategorized

January is a very unique month, it signifies the start to a new year, as well as the traditional commitment to a resolution or two, and the remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy. However, what very few people know about January is that it is also National Mentoring Month.… Read More

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Why Are Strengths Important?

January 16, 2014 by Winning Futures Uncategorized

How many times have you been told you need to turn your weaknesses into strengths?  Traditionally, choosing to focus on improving weaknesses has unfortunately become all too common for high school and college students.  The factors of peer pressure, siblings, parents, and media have shaped students’ future too much.  What… Read More

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Challenge Conquered!

January 10, 2014 by Winning Futures Uncategorized

Did you know "A goal that is not written down is just an idea"? As 2013 came to a close Winning Futures once again demonstrated the importance and value of goal setting. The 20 Year Challenge, the goal was to raise $20K starting in September and ending in December. Showing… Read More

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We are Honored!

December 16, 2013 by Winning Futures Uncategorized

Crain's Best Managed Nonprofit contest focused on good management practices of nonprofits with budgets of $3 million or less. It was Winning Futures' mentoring program outcomes, entrepreneurial model, strategic growth process, fiscal responsibility, and innovative approach to fund development that helped secure the title. This award acknowledges that Winning Futures… Read More

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New Year’s Resolution: Mentor

December 16, 2013 by Winning Futures Uncategorized

Tired of the same old New Year's resolution? How about volunteering as a mentor with Winning Futures?  Unsure if you're mentor material?  In truth, it's a lot easier to be a mentor and impact a life than you think!  There's not a certain mold that mentors need to come from.… Read More

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Chrysler Foundation Awards $65k

December 7, 2013 by Winning Futures Uncategorized

Chrysler Group Expands Commitment to Winning Futures Grant of $65,000 from The Chrysler Foundation supports scholarship and mentor programs December 2, 2013 , Warren, Mich. - Last Tuesday (Nov. 26) at a breakfast hosted by Winning Futures, Mark Chernoby, Senior Vice President, Engineering and Vice President - Product Committee Coordinator… Read More

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GivingTuesday

December 3, 2013 by Winning Futures Uncategorized

Giving Tuesday is a day set aside to remind us to give back, be generous, volunteer for a local charity or donate to a local cause. Over 6,300 charities, corporations, politicians and foundations from around the world have come together on this day to celebrate the idea of compassion, giving… Read More

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Hiring a part-time clerk!

November 27, 2013 by Winning Futures Uncategorized

We are hiring a part-time clerk starting in January.  Please see the attached job description for details including how to (and not to) submit your resume!   https://winningfutures.org/include/WF-Clerk-Job-Description.pdf     Read More

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