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CITY GUIDE

Community Services
A user's guide to helping services, this section focuses primarily on nonprofit groups that provide direct services to individuals.


Key:

S indicates special programs for seniors.
V denotes a service that welcomes volunteer assistance.
U see Umbrella organizations for more information


Umbrella Organizations

The following groups support other nonprofits or offer services in a variety of areas. See topical listings in various sections below for specific services.




Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation

Manages more than 350 charitable endowment funds and scholarships set up by individuals, organizations, and businesses. Makes grants to nonprofits in Washtenaw County in education, social service, the environment, arts and culture, community development, and health and wellness. info@aaacf.org, www.aaacf.org

301 N. Main, suite 300 [map]
663–0401


Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County

Wide range of programs and services available regardless of religious affiliation. info@csswashtenaw.org, www.csswashtenaw.org S, V

4925 Packard [map]
971–9781


Jewish Federation of Washtenaw County

Creates educational, cultural, and social programs, coordinates communitywide events planning, and raises funds to care for Jews overseas and support more than a dozen local Jewish agencies and programs. info@jewishannarbor.org, www.jewishannarbor.org V

2939 Birch Hollow [map]
677–0100


Lutheran Social Services of Michigan

Provides services for children, youth, families, refugees, and older adults, including adoption and child care. Serves all persons regardless of religion. www.lssm.org S, V

2770 Carpenter, suite 200 [map]
971–1944


Nonprofit Enterprise at Work

Helps other nonprofits strengthen their management. Offers workshops, consultant referrals, technology assistance, a board development program, and a public library on nonprofit issues. Operates the NEW Center, where 20 nonprofits share workspace. new@new.org, www.new.org V

1100 N. Main, suite 102 [map]
998–0160


SOS Community Services

Provides shelter, services, and support for homeless and low-income families. www.soscs.org V

101 S. Huron, Ypsilanti [map]
485–8730


United Way 211

Operated by Washtenaw United Way (see below), this 24-hour regional call center offers information and referrals to human services organizations countywide. miller@wuway.org, www.washtenaw211.org


477–6211


Washtenaw United Way

Generates and allocates resources to help individuals and families build better lives and stronger communities. info@wuway.org, www.wuway.org V

2305 Platt [map]
971–8200


 
 
 

 

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