If you have ever talked with Lara Zielin, then you know how enthusiastic she is about writing, about Ypsilanti, about 826michigan, and about living! We are so lucky to have Lara as a long-time volunteer and board member. Many of you will recognize Lara from her recent stint as a…
WDIV’s Local 4 News Anchor Evrod Cassimy visited 826michigan’s Detroit Robot Factory in June 2019. He was able to connect with our Executive Director, Dr. Naimah Wade, and our Community Engagement Manager, Courtney Wise Randolph, on the tremendous impact our programming has in the city. This video, produced by the Local…
“Can I work with Chris?!” In our Ann Arbor After-school Tutoring Program, this is a common greeting shortly after students sign in for the day. Our June 2019 Volunteer of the Month, Chris Engers, is a beloved student favorite. Since January 2017, Chris has been an after-school tutor at…
