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Alumni Gifts Fund Two Major Learning Initiatives at Michigan Tech

Michigan Technological University is launching two major initiatives aimed at improving student success and providing faculty with new tools for enhancing student learning. Both efforts are made possible through generous gifts from alumni.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2013/05/05

Some Mich. Charities Say Tax Changes Hit Donations

Some charitable organizations in Michigan have reported a decline in donations following tax changes that eliminated state credits for financial gifts to food banks, homeless shelters and certain nonprofits.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2013/04/24

Lindsey, 12, is among the 80 percent of Michigan wish kids who travel as part of their wishes. Her destination? Hawaii. (Credit: Make-A-Wish Michigan Facebook Photo)

New Make-A-Wish Campaign Aims To Raise 2 Million Air Miles

Make-A-Wish Michigan on Wednesday kicked off Wishes in Flight, a campaign designed to raise more than two million air miles during the months of April and May to support wishes involving domestic and international travel.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2013/04/03

Report: Charities See Only 35 Cents For Each Dollar Raised

A new report from the State Attorney General’s Office says the middleman that charities use to solicit donations is actually getting more money than the charities themselves.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2013/03/08

THAW Me Out!

During the 10th annual Winter Survival Radiothon to benefit THAW, The Heat and Warmth Fund, we are inviting participants to take a seat in WWJ’s Ice Lounge in the Art Van Furniture parking lot and fund raise for THAW.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2013/01/22

(Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Happy Hookers In Detroit To Shed Light On Homelessness

They draped the scarf around a statue at One Woodward Avenue to raise awareness for the need for warm clothing donations to homeless Detroiters this winter

WWJ Newsradio 950–2013/01/05